The best USB-C hub for 2026

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This is a comprehensive guide to USB-C hubs, including their features, design, and testing methodology. Here are the main points:

**What is a USB-C hub?**

A USB-C hub is a device that connects multiple devices to a single USB-C port on your laptop or tablet.

**Types of USB-C hubs**

* 4-port hubs: have four ports (three Type-A and one Type-C)
* 7-in-1 hubs: have seven ports (including HDMI, USB, SD card reader, Ethernet, and 3.5mm jack)

**Key features to consider**

* Ports: look for hubs with the right combination of ports for your needs
* Power delivery: some hubs support power delivery, which allows you to charge your laptop or other devices directly from the hub
* HDMI output: if you want to connect a 4K monitor, look for a hub with an HDMI 2.0 port
* Data transfer speeds: faster data transfer speeds can be important for applications like video editing or gaming

**Design and build quality**

* Most hubs have a similar design, but some may have different colors or accents
* Build quality is generally good, but can vary between brands

**Testing methodology**

* The author tested 12 USB-C hubs using an M1 MacBook Pro and various accessories
* Tests included plugging in multiple devices at once, checking data transfer speeds, and verifying the hub's performance

**Recent updates**

* January 2026: added Satechi as an honorable mention.

**Recommendations**

* Best overall: HyperDrive Next 10 Port USB-C Hub (with a 13-inch tethered cable)
* Best budget option: Anker 341 USB-C Hub (7-in-1) at $35
* Best premium option: UGreen Revodoc Pro 109 at a slightly higher price than the Anker 555

Overall, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of USB-C hubs and helps readers choose the right one for their needs.
 
OMG, I'm so excited to see this comprehensive guide on USB-C hubs 🤩! I mean, who doesn't need more ports on their laptop? 🙌 I've been using my trusty 7-in-1 hub and it's been a total game changer for me. The author did an amazing job of breaking down the features to consider - I was totally lost before this guide came out 😂.

I'm loving the fact that they included power delivery as a key feature, because let's be real, who doesn't want to charge their laptop on the go? 🚀 And the testing methodology is so thorough - 12 hubs tested with an M1 MacBook Pro and various accessories? That's like, total nerd heaven for me 😅.

If I had to choose a recommendation, I'd go with the HyperDrive Next 10 Port USB-C Hub - the price is pretty reasonable too 💸. But honestly, this guide has been super helpful in finding the perfect hub for my needs #USBCHubGuide #PortPerfection
 
idk why ppl still use those old 3.5mm jacks lol they should just make 'em standard HDMI or something 🤦‍♂️ anyway, i've been lookin at some new laptop designs that are tryna ditch the traditional port setup altogether and go for wireless everything but honestly, that's a whole other can of worms... what do u think? should we be movin to a world where we're all just pluggin in with wireless tech or is that just too convenient? 🤔
 
I think it's pretty cool that there are so many options out there for USB-C hubs... 🤩 Like, you can get ones with HDMI ports or even SD card readers, which is super convenient if you need to transfer files on-the-go 💻📁
 
omg u guys i got the newest laptop with usb-c port and its so convenient but i also need to plug in my external hard drive, monitor, and charger lol what if i get a hub that cant handle all my stuff? 🤯 i think 7-in-1 hubs r the way to go bc they have more ports but like what if one of them breaks or somethin? 💔 anyway i saw this article about usb-c hubs and it was so detailed i mean who knew there wuz so many options?! 😂 they even did tests on different hubs to see which ones perform better lol 🤓 i think the hyperdrive next 10 port hub is a good choice bc its got a lot of ports but also has power delivery and hdm output 😎
 
just read through that thread about USB-C hubs and gotta say, I'm still on the hunt for a good one 🤔. been using my laptop's built-in port is good but it's not exactly ideal when you've got multiple devices to connect at once... anyone found a decent hub that's worth the investment?
 
lol i dont get why ppl need so many ports on thier hub 🤔 like i have a single usb c port on my laptop and it's sufficient for me 💻 anyway i think its cool that some hubs support power delivery, thats super useful when u have multiple devices to charge at once ⚡️
 
🤔 I'm kinda sure that some hubs might be overkill... like, if you're just using it for a laptop and a phone, 4 ports are enough 📊 but at the same time, having more ports can make life easier 🙃 especially if you need to charge multiple devices at once 💻. And I'm not really sure about the whole HDMI output thing... do we really need that much power? 🤯 or is it just a nice-to-have feature? 😏
 
I just got a new laptop with a USB-C port 🤔, I'm really confused about what kind of hub to get... do I need one that has HDMI out or is it just for charging my phone? 😂 I mean, can't I just use AirDrops or something? 📱💻
 
I'm so over how much clutter our laptops can get when we need to plug in multiple devices at once 🤯. Having a good USB-C hub can be a total game changer! I mean, have you ever tried searching for that one specific port on your laptop only to realize it's buried under a ton of cables? 😩

But seriously, investing in a solid hub is worth it if you want to stay organized and get the most out of your device. And with all the different types out there (4-port, 7-in-1...), it can be kinda overwhelming 🤯.

I recently got the HyperDrive Next 10 Port USB-C Hub and I'm so stoked! It's a total beast for productivity 💻. No more digging through cables or dealing with slow data transfer speeds. Just plug in your devices, work your magic, and say goodbye to clutter 😎.
 
just saw that new hyperdrive hub is like $100 lol I mean its got all the ports u need but is it worth it? just got anker 341 for my old laptop and its been working fine no issues at all 💸👍
 
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