Curated Picks
Desk Docks & USB Hubs
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These searches cover evergreen desk connectivity: USB-C docks, Thunderbolt docks, travel hubs, DisplayLink (for tricky multi-monitor laptops), and KVM switches.
USB-C docks (dual monitor + Ethernet)
The ‘single cable to your laptop’ upgrade for most people.
- Look for 100W pass-through
- Ethernet helps stability
- Check monitor output specs
Thunderbolt docks (CalDigit / OWC / Kensington)
Premium docking for higher bandwidth and fewer headaches.
- Best for pro setups
- More reliable bandwidth
- Great used market on eBay
Anker / Plugable desk docks (popular reliable picks)
Mainstream brands with lots of compatibility feedback online.
- Easy to find support
- Common compatibility
- Great value options
USB-C travel hubs (compact essentials)
For laptops that need HDMI + USB + Ethernet in your bag.
- Cheap + useful
- Great backup hub
- Avoid ultra-no-name hubs if possible
DisplayLink docking stations (multi-monitor workaround)
For laptops that struggle with multiple external displays natively.
- Solves ‘won’t do 2 monitors’ issues
- Driver-based
- Great for office laptops
KVM switches (one keyboard/mouse for 2 PCs)
Perfect if you swap between desktop + laptop or work + home rigs.
- Huge productivity win
- Match HDMI vs DP
- Confirm resolution/refresh support