As laptops get thinner and lighter, one of the big sacrifices that's often made is in the ports. Many premium laptops nowadays only include USB-C ports and not much more than that. While we agree that USB-C is the future, relying on USB Type, HDMI, Ethernet, and others is still a reality for many of us. That's where USB-C hubs come into the frame, and we've rounded up the best ones to help you out.

USB hubs bring back some or all of the missing ports and allow you to connect a multitude of devices to your laptop. They give you back the versatility some laptops may be lacking, but they allow you to still travel light if you don't need all those extra ports. If you want even more connectivity, you may also want to consider the best Thunderbolt docks you can buy right now. Those offer even higher speeds, but not every USB-C port supports Thunderbolt. The ones on this list will work with just about any laptop.

  • Satechi Multi-Port Adapter V2
    If you don’t need all the ports present in Satechi’s other USB hub, this hub can probably entice you. The slim USB hub from Satechi is also made of aluminum, and comes with two Type-A ports, one Type-C port for power delivery, and one HDMI port.
    Satechi Slim Multi-Port Adapter

    If you don’t need all the ports present in Satechi’s other USB hub, this hub can probably entice you. The slim USB hub from Satechi is also made of aluminum, and comes with two Type-A ports, one Type-C port for power delivery, and one HDMI port.

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  • Hiearcool 7-in-1 USB-C hub
    If you really just need a few extra ports and don't want to spend a lot, this small USB-C hub from Hiearcool has all the basics - two USB Type-A ports, a microSD and full-size SD card reader, and HDMI, plus it supports passthrough charging. It even comes in a few fun colors to choose from.
    Hiearcool 7-in-1 USB-C hub

    Having a bunch of ports is important, but so is style, and the Hiearcool USB-C hub gives you seven ports including a couple of USB Type-A ports, USB-C power delivery, HDMI, and more. It comes in a few colors to choose from, so you can get something that looks a bit more unique.

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  • Anker 655 8-in-1 USB-C Hub
    TheAnker PowerExpand USB-C Hub features a number of useful ports, including USB-C power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, a headphone jack, and even RJ45 Ethernet for wired internet access. It's got a fairly unique design compared to most other hubs, and it has a nice nylon cable built in so it feels really well built.
    Anker 655 USB-C Hub

    TheAnker PowerExpand USB-C Hub features a number of useful ports, including USB-C power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, a headphone jack, and even RJ45 Ethernet for wired internet access. It's got a fairly unique design compared to most other hubs, and it has a nice nylon cable built in so it feels really well built.

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  • Totu 9-in-1 USB-C Hub
    If you're planning to connect multiple displays to your laptop, this aluminum Totu Hub can be very useful. It packs two HDMI ports and a VGA port. The HDMI ports support up to 4K 30Hz output, whereas VGA supports up to 1080p. You can also get three USB 3.0 Type-A ports, an SD card slot, a microSD card slot, and a Type-C port for PD.
    Totu 9-in-1 hub

    If you're planning to connect multiple displays to your laptop, this aluminum Totu Hub can be very useful. It packs two HDMI ports and a VGA port. The HDMI ports support up to 4K 30Hz output, whereas VGA supports up to 1080p. You can also get three USB 3.0 Type-A ports, an SD card slot, a microSD card slot, and a Type-C port for PD.

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  • Anker PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
    If you only need a few extra ports without too many bells and whistles, this 7-in-1 hub from Anker is a great choice. It has USB Type-A ports, HDMI, and even supports up to 85W of power delivery. It's pretty small, too, so it's easy to take with you so you can have more ports at the ready.
    Anker 341 USB-C Hub

    If you're looking for a decent Type-C hub with multiple ports and an affordable price-tag, this Anker hub is your friend. It has a good selection of ports and slots, like two Type-A 3.0 ports, a Type-C port for data transfer, a Type-C port for power delivery (up to 85W), an HDMI port, microSD card slot, and a SD card slot.

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  • Baseus 17-in-1 USB-C Docking Station
    With all the ports you could ever want, this Baseus USB-C hub is one of the best option to have at your desk. It has 17 ports, including three HDMI ports, five USB-A ports, three USB-C ports (one for power delivery), and Ethernet.
    Baseus 17-in-1 USB-C Docking Station

    With all the ports you could ever want, this Baseus USB-C hub is one of the best option to have at your desk. It has 17 ports, including three HDMI ports, five USB-A ports, three USB-C ports (one for power delivery), and Ethernet.

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  • Plugable USB-C 4K Triple Display Docking Station
    This Plugable dock is special because it's the only one that can support up to three 4K displays on the 13-inch M1 and M2 MacBook Pro models, and you can choose HDMI or DisplayPort for each one. Plus, it has USB Type-A, Ethernet, and other ports.
    Plugable USB-C Triple 4K Docking Station

    This Plugable dock is special because it supports three 4K displays at 60Hz, even on Apple M1 and M2 Macs. Plus, it has a ton of other ports, including power delivery to your phone and laptop, Ethernet, and more.

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  • Cable Matters USB-C Hub
    This compact Cable Matters USB C Hub comes with five ports to cover most basic needs, including a Type-C port for power delivery (up to 60W). The other four ports include Ethernet, two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, and HDMI with support for a 4K display at 60Hz.
    Cable Matters USB C Hub

    This compact Cable Matters USB C Hub comes with five ports to cover most basic needs, including a Type-C port for power delivery (up to 60W). The other four ports include Ethernet, two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, and HDMI with support for a 4K display at 60Hz.

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  • Microsoft Surface USB-C Travel Hub
    This compact hub from Microsoft carries the modern disng language of the Surface line and gives you a solid supply of ports. It includes USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI, VGA, and gigabit Ethernet. However, it doesn't support passthrough charging.
    Surface USB-C Travel Hub

    This compact hub from Microsoft carries the modern disng language of the Surface line and gives you a solid supply of ports. It includes USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI, VGA, and gigabit Ethernet. However, it doesn't support passthrough charging.

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  • Anker 565 11-in-1 USB-C Hub
    For the same price as the Microsoft Travel Hub, Anker's alternative gives you a lot more ports, including three USB-A ports, USB-C, display outputs, Ethernet, SD card readers, and a headphone jack.
    Anker PowerExpand 11-in-1

    Packing a total of 11 ports, the Anker PowerExpand+ is a very versatile hub. It includes HDMI, DisplayPort, three USB Type-A ports, two USB-C (one for 85W charging), a headphone jack, and SD and microSD card readers. It even has RJ45 Ethernet if want wired internet access.

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  • Mokin 5-in-1 USB Hub
    This Mokin USB-C hub is extra compact and affordable, but it doesn't miss out on ports. You get one USB Type-C port for power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI, and microSD and SD card readers. It's very compact and affordable, so it's a no-brainer.
    Mokin USB-C Hub

    This Mokin USB-C hub is extra compact and affordable, but it doesn't miss out on ports. You get one USB Type-C port for power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI, and microSD and SD card readers. It's very compact and affordable, so it's a no-brainer.

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  • Belkin 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
    Belkin is one of the more well-known peripheral brands, so you know what you're getting. This hub includes two USB Type-A ports, two USB Type-C ports (one for power with 100W Power Delivery), HDMI, and SD card readers.
    Belkin USB-C Hub

    This Belkin offering is similar to a lot of other USB Type-C hubs in this list, but Belkin is a reliable brand you may prefer. It packs two USB Type-A ports with up to 5Gbps data transfer speeds, an audio jack, HDMI port, Type-C port capable of delivering 85W power, and card slots.

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  • Targus USB-C Multi-Port Hub
    If you don’t want to spend too much on a USB-C hub and you only want USB ports, Targus may have something for you. This super affordable USB Type-C hub packs three Type-A ports as well as a Type-C port for up to 100W power delivery.
    Targus Multi-Port Hub

    If you don’t want to spend too much on a USB-C hub and you only want USB ports, Targus may have something for you. This super affordable USB Type-C hub packs three Type-A ports as well as a Type-C port for up to 100W power delivery.

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  • Anker PowerExpand 6-in-1 USB-C Hub
    The Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub is one of the most compact multi-port hubs around. Despite its slim form factor, it packs two USB Type-A ports, Ethernet, HDMI, and two Type-C ports. One of the Type-C ports is meant for power delivery up to 65W.
    Anker PowerExpand 6-in-1

    The Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub is one of the most compact multi-port hubs around. Despite its slim form factor, it packs two USB Type-A ports, Ethernet, HDMI, and two Type-C ports. One of the Type-C ports is meant for power delivery up to 65W.

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And those are what we'd consider the best options for USB-C hubs right now. As you can see, there's plenty of choice with different designs, features, and price points. Anker particularly has some great hubs, with the PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB C hub being a good option on the affordable side and the Anker 565 packing a large selection of ports. If you want to organize your desk setup, the Plugable USB-C Triple 4K Display Docking Station is probably the best option you can find.

Which USB-C hub are you planning to buy? Let us know in the comments section. Meanwhile, if you’re looking for a new laptop, we’ve selected the best laptops with USB Type-C ports and the best laptops with Thunderbolt 4 ports, which will pair nicely with the hubs on this list.