We’ll say it time and time again, but a docking station is one of the best upgrades if you’re looking to expand the functionality of your laptop or similar products. You get a concise piece of hardware that not only adds ports, but it also makes connecting additional devices a breeze.
Plus, you can power it all using the docking station, which can keep cable clutter to a minimum. The only thing we don’t like about this accessory is that the price for some models can be quite high. And while this one from Anker isn’t cheap, it is seeing a sizable discount that makes it worth taking a look.
All the ports you’ll need
The most important thing about any docking station is going to be the port selection. If it doesn’t have what you need, then you can easily move on to something else. With that said, we don’t think you’ll be disappointed here, with the front panel featuring SD and microSD card slots, two USB-C ports, one USB-A and a 3.5mm audio jack.
The rear houses two USB-A ports, two HDMI, a DisplayPort, Ethernet, and USB-C with power up to 85W. All in all, we think that this is a pretty comprehensive set of ports, which should satisfy most people. When it comes to outputting to multiple monitors, you’ll get the best support using a Windows device.
With Windows, you’ll be able to get a true triple display setup going, and with Mac, you’ll only be able to output the same image to multiple monitors. While this docking station is perfect for a laptop, it can also be used for phones, tablets, gaming consoles, and more. It really is a versatile piece of hardware.
The $140 price is a lot to invest, but it can easily expand the functionality of any device you own. While the price has dipped just a touch lower in the past, this current discounted price is one worth taking a look at.
