Best USB-C hubs and dongles: Add ports to your laptop or tablet
The article reviews various USB-C hubs and dongles that enhance connectivity for laptops and tablets. It highlights options ranging from budget-friendly to premium models, catering to different user needs. Recommendations include specific products based on their features, performance, and pricing.
- ▪USB-C hubs allow connection to legacy devices such as mice and keyboards.
- ▪The Anker 555 8-in-1 USB-C Hub is recommended for its excellent build quality and power supply.
- ▪Budget options like the Hiearcool USB-C Hub provide basic functionality at a low price.
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Updated Best USB-C hubs and dongles: Add ports to your laptop or tablet We'll tell you how to connect all your legacy devices to your laptop with these USB-C hubs and dongles. By Mark Hachman Senior Editor, PCWorld May 25, 2026 10:30 am PDT Image: Mark Hachman / IDG The best USB-C hubs add ports to your PC, providing connections to legacy peripherals like mice, keyboards, printers, or more. If you follow my advice, you shouldn’t pay that much for a hub, either. Most users will probably be happy with any of my standard hub recommendations. But if you want to go further, I have additional options for more specialized purposes. Those include USB-C docking stations that sit on your desk, plus some higher-end alternatives: DisplayLink docks, as well as the best Thunderbolt docks.
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