

Even the most port-heavy MacBook Pros in history have been no match for these portable add-ons, which offer unparalleled connectivity without sacrificing speed. Most important would be more TB4 ports (USB-C does not cut it). As cool as the Henge Docks unit at out number-one spot is, nothing beats a more traditional external hub when it comes to port functionality. Knowing now what I do for my requirements, the perfect hub for me would add a single HDMI port, an ethernet port and a single USB-A, have more TB4 ports and have a higher power delivery to a MBP. Kingston’s elegant Nucleum USB-C hub delivers 100W of power, enough to keep a large laptop.
#BEST USB HUB FOR MAC BOOK PRO PRO#
It has two USB-A ports, an HDMI port, a micro SD and SD card reader, a USB-C port for high-speed information switch. USB-C hubs: 6 of the best to pair with your MacBook or iPad Pro HyperDrive Power 9-in-1 USB-C hub What it is: This 99 hub offers nine connections from one port: three full-size USB 3.0, one gigabit Ethernet, 4K 30Hz HDMI, USB-C Power Delivery up to 60 watts, and microSD and SD 3.0 UHS-1 card readers. It is practically as highly effective as a docking station however prices a fraction and does not take up virtually as a lot house. Other than that though it is good, and I might buy a second one to daisy chain it - in which case I might see about getting the current one exchanged (but I can’t live without it in the meeanwhile). Kingston Nucleum 7-in-1 USB-C Hub (48.99, originally 79.99 ) Kingston Nucleum. Nice worth:Anker USB C Hub for MacBook, PowerExpand Direct. When I bought it it was a long wait time so didn’t return it. It randomly disconnects and reconnects - maybe once a week - and I know it is this port to blame - if the cable gets knocked then it happens too. I have one niggle, and that is the TB4 port to the Mac seems to be not perfect, as in not a very great and snug fit for the cable. The three USB-A ports and HDMI port means you can plug in all your storage devices and an external monitor without any issues.

It is well built - I also got some CalDigit TB4 cables and they are all really good quality. The AorZ USB-C Hub is ideal for anyone who is looking for a cheap USB-C dongle for their MacBook Pro containing all the frequently used ports. It was released before the new MBPs and I was expecting the new MBPs to have ethernet - so it would have made me happy too if this had an ethernet port - but I can just get a dongle so no problem really.

I bought one of these for my M1 Mac Mini, intending to use it on my MBP (if it ever arrives).
