USB Hubs For Mac Explained: Don't WASTE your MONEY!

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Don't buy just ANY USB hub for your Mac! Going over what to look out for, breaking down USB docking stations and hubs for Apple computers.
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I recently went through the painstaking process of finding the perfect hub for my M2 MacBook Air, and my M1 Mac Mini, and learned a lot during the process. There are so many USB docks and hubs out there, and so much JUNK. In this video, I want to break down what to look out for, and help you find the best usb hub for your Mac (or really, any PC or laptop).
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0:00 Intro
1:41 Low-End/Inexpensive Hubs
2:31 Why Choose USB 3.0?
2:48 UGREEN USB Hub
3:24 Mid-Tier USB Hubs
3:39 What Is Passthrough Power?
4:46 USB Versioning Explained
6:37 Hub Display Output
7:08 SD Card Ports And Readers
8:40 Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB Hub
9:28 High-End USB Hubs and Docks
10:50 Orico Thunderbolt 3 Dock
11:23 Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock
12:02 Wrapping Up

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@KyleErickson Жыл бұрын

Hey everyone! There's a few follow up videos I made to this one: 2023 USB Hubs Explained Refresh is here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p9WSo5aIzce4fIE.html (all new USB hubs in this one!) Premium USB Hubs Explained is here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q72qrLVovq7KYGg.html (all thunderbolt drives!)

@Mark-kq6ch 8 ай бұрын

Do you think I'm playing Russian Roulette with an Anker Hub with passthrough power? I opted to get one without passthrough because of all the warnings, but a hub wit passthrough power would certainly be easier. Thanks for the video.

@dreaddshorts 15 күн бұрын

If you come before GOD humbly and confess your sins and forgive those who are in debt to you then GOD too says that He is faithful and just to forgive your debts and sins and evils. If you come to Him, even if you have done wrong for months or years, just come to Him . Learn the teachings of the one true Orthodox Church to understand the scriptures. ☦

@oneway23 Жыл бұрын

This fella is great...no hyperbole, no yelling, very pragmatic and down to earth. Not everyone needs the fastest and bestest, at all times, in every scenario. I'm convinced half of these KZfaq reviewers (at least the ones who actually have to buy the products in their videos) spend more than they actually need to and then make videos telling their viewers that they absolutely NEED to run out and buy XYZ as soon as they possibly can, when, 95% of users likely don't need half of the performance on offer and could've saved themselves some money. Anyway, great job...keep it up!

@thesoundmajors9858 Жыл бұрын

Bruh what 😂 you need to watch more adults on KZfaq LMAO

@dreaddshorts 15 күн бұрын

@tlingit Жыл бұрын

Wow. Great video. You gave just enough detail to let us know where you are coming from and why you recommend what you recommend, and it definitely evoked trust. Thank you for this.

@albyx Жыл бұрын

I own that mid-tier Anker hub (the 8-in-1) and honestly my goal was to have the best hub for travel. You definitely don't need that expensive Razer dock when you're traveling. Kudos for highlighting the Anker.

@mrjenybean Жыл бұрын

you're lighting is incredible man! well done! super slick

@dalerrogers Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to review all the gear.

@AlppleJuice 8 ай бұрын

This was extraordinarily helpful. Thank you

@UsmanAsadIsKing Жыл бұрын

A nice high quality video, straight to the point with good content. Keep it up!

@colleenmeas1996 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for sharing relevant information and real life scenarios and various options to go with each. We need more videos like this!

@fooboomoo Жыл бұрын

Nice overview and mirrors my journey for finding the expandability for my M1 Macbook Air. I also have an ORICO dock (diff. model than you) and I have noticed that it, just like yours, the power supply outputs 65W while at the same time can charge the mac at 60W and also has a TB port with 15W output. That would be 75W already, more than the power supply can deliver. What is your experience with attaching the ext. Nvme drive to the TB port at the dock while also charging the mac? Will the mac charge with less amps or what are the side effects? Thx

@slwtgf Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much- I can’t believe I bought a refurbished iMac Pro book, initially a 2017, so it’s exactly as ya describe. I was (and still am) confused slightly , but more knowledgeable! And you saved MUCH trouble, so this is greatly appreciated info this past weekend..

@dr.alihanoosh5763 Жыл бұрын

I’m new to this channel, but so far I’m liking it a lot. Simple, practical and to the point. Keep up the good work 👍🏻 Also, would love to see your take on some hub-SSD enclosure combo. I see conflicting views on the Acasis 10 in one hub. I would trust your views on it (or similar products). Thanks

@linpray 11 ай бұрын

We provide USB4 20V 5A 240W 100W PD Fast Charging USB3 Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 VR cable ! HDMI/Thuderbolt4 Thuderbolt3 Cable/DP2.1 DP2 / VR Cable/9 in 1 HUB 9 in 2 HUB with dual/single Type C.

@dreaddshorts 15 күн бұрын

@ramblingsofacaticorn497 Жыл бұрын

I really loved how efficiently you broke down the information, thank you for this video, I am the type of person who would have gone with something low end without knowing the pros and cons and regretted it later.

@dreaddshorts 15 күн бұрын

@alrichmond4341 Жыл бұрын

Excellent wrap, brilliantly well presented. Well done you and thank you.

@masterspam3007 Жыл бұрын

Great Video! Really! I love that you went over the whole spectrum. But I got a Question... So I am going to buy atleast 2 (maybe 3) 4k Monitors which have thunderbolt 3 with daisychain function. Do you think something like the dock you have will do the job? Because I only want one single cable into my Mac... and it should charge it, display two/three monitors and should get Network via Ethernet. Or is there a better option?

@tf2694 Жыл бұрын

Great, well formatted Video. Thank you!

@paracordwizard Жыл бұрын

Excellent video on a very important topic, prepared and delivered professionally and quality. Considering how fast the standards and the technology have. progressed in the past 5 years I decided to future proof to some degree my choice of hubs and docking stations today, which does mean a compromise on the higher cost. I decided to go with the Kensington SD5700T Thunderbolt 4 dock. While it has fewer ports (11) than some other brands, it is reliable, robust, and well made. While some users might complain about it not having an HDMI connector, it really should not be a concern because all the quality monitors since 2019 have come with USB-C outputs. For older monitors, there are zillions of low cost video adapter connectors. *One important note I have for users considering the Caldigit TS4 docking station: It has a significant issue with Mac M1 computers where external drives and other peripherals are unmounted when the Mac comes out of sleep mode. The problem has been acknowledged by Caldigit which is working on a fix.

@bryans8656 Жыл бұрын

For a while I was triple booting between a Mac PC, a Windows PC, and a Raspberry Pi 4. I found the easiest way to access all my peripherals (keyboard, mouse, storage, etc.) was to have them all connected to an 8-port powered USB 3 hub. That way all I had to do was swap one cable from the hub to the PC I wanted to use, giving me access to everything.

@GiffMeChakraMagic Жыл бұрын

Which one did you buy. I sometimes have problems with these junk ports… not everything worked there like plugging them directly on the PC-USB

@bryans8656 Жыл бұрын

@@GiffMeChakraMagic I got the Atolla 7-Port USB Data Hub Splitter from Amazon in March of 2021 and it still works fine.

@linpray 11 ай бұрын

We provide USB4 20V 5A 240W 100W PD Fast Charging USB3 Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 VR cable ! HDMI/Thuderbolt4 Thuderbolt3 Cable/DP2.1 DP2 / VR Cable/9 in 1 HUB 9 in 2 HUB with dual/single Type C.

@bacon_girl1155 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kyle! Very helpful and explained clearly.

@james804pierce 4 ай бұрын

Incredible video that saved me A LOT of time. This is a perfectly executed YT video!! Thank you Kyle! I am now a subscriber to your channel!

@stevengoossen6019 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video and for showing me the many choices in USB hubs. I have an iPad Pro and was wondering your opinion is the Anker PowerExpand would work on the iPad. I will be doing a lot of video editing on it the Anker hub looks very attractive. Also, I want to attach an SSD to transfer my files. Thanks for your response

@JohnMitchellCalif Жыл бұрын

new to the channel. Your material is extremely clear! I love you give opinions. Subscribed!

@roberttorres15 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video as always bro! USB Hubs are a must have💯

@slickfiz Жыл бұрын

@KyleErickson nice video and i learnt alot from this, thanks! Love the wallpaper on your laptop, how can I get it?

@SaltPapiii Жыл бұрын

I was about to buy a device that I didn't know it only supports 60hz. Good thing I came across with this vid. I'll just be sticking with HDMI instead. You helped me saving few bucks. You deserve a subscribe and a like for this vid!

@vlad_o_sh Жыл бұрын

Excellent Video Kyle. I am a kind of techy person but the USB Hub thing always confused me. Your video is well-made and I feel like now I know everything I need to know to make an informed decision. Thumbs up for your good work!

@gregallenphoto Жыл бұрын

Great content mate. Excellent production quality.

@bmiller949 Ай бұрын

Your approach is spot on. Break it down to components and buy the components you need. Establish the core needs and discard what you can. This is where the savings is located.

@jeffdrew625 Жыл бұрын

Features & ports, oh my! Nice & helpful video, thx! Subscribed!

@bussaskeet Жыл бұрын

You have to love this guy live and direct keep up the good work

@Lauti-10 Жыл бұрын

Sweet video man, thanks for the heads up! going to Best Buy today to pick one up!

@LeChimp-jg6fh 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Kyle. Awesome vid. I was super confused before watching this.

@ZabaduTube Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks! Super helpful - appreciate your content!

@scootdub Жыл бұрын

Super informative. Thanks for sharing!

@MrDodavis61 Жыл бұрын

Thanks never did understand this stuff, but more educated on it now. Great job 👏!!

@iu1191 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video. Incredibly helpful. Thanks for doing it.

@DaveSoltura 9 күн бұрын

Saved many of us hours/days of research. Thank you!

@maddoxtom Жыл бұрын

Excellent vid, just what I was looking for thanks from 🇬🇧

@RossNavalRandom 3 ай бұрын

Dude, u have helped me a lot. Thank you so much!

@jlozmultimedia Жыл бұрын

You are correct stuck in a whirlwind of different USB hubs and shopping.. Thank u, some Important and Great key points..

@mehradghast775 Жыл бұрын

Thx .Nice easy beginners guide. helped plenty!

@markdjolly Жыл бұрын

Clear, thorough, useful. Thank you.

@Allenvisuals 8 ай бұрын

Best video out there on this topic… awesome!

@Soulsorts Жыл бұрын

what a great help this has been, Kyle, many many thanks!

@skesinis Жыл бұрын

Great video!! I had the same experience when I was trying to get two hubs, and I was looking for a multi-port with 10Gbps USB 3.1, Thunderbolt for an external raid NVMe SSD enclosure, Ethernet, HDMI, UHS II SD card reader if available, power delivery, and so on… Most of them would go up to 4K/30FPS instead of 4K/60FPS, 5Gbps on USB 3.0 etc… I finally compromised for the 5Gbps USB 3.0 but at least the USB-C SSDs that I have connected to this, would go around 430MB/s instead of about 550MB/s directly on my MacBook Pro 2019, so it’s not a big drop in speed vs comfort. One of the two had a 4K/60FPS and Ethernet, while both of them had a Thunderbolt 3 with power delivery, so I’m using one to power my MacBook and the other to connect the Sabrent raid NVMe SSD enclosure, giving me about 3GB/s transfer speeds.

@mohawk14616 Жыл бұрын

Here’s one for you, I would like one with no dongle. I want to use my own cable. Great video. I subscribed. KZfaq recommended you. Luckily! Thanks for what you do for our community.

@theyeshhh Жыл бұрын

Great explanation. Awesome video. I subbed :)

@russmaleartist Жыл бұрын

Very good video . . . clear, precise, well thought through presentation!

@lifeisthatshort Жыл бұрын

You nailed the thumbnail man. Thanks for this great video👍

@michaltaraldset Жыл бұрын

LOVE this content! I have a Macbook pro M1 2021, would the Orico Thunderbolt 3 docking station work for this aswell? ❤️

@servusdedurantem Жыл бұрын

bought the Anker one and am satisfied with the purchase works flawless

@KianSh Жыл бұрын

Kyle this is the first video I watched from you and it is amazing, I've never knew anything about all these info before and wasted couple hundreds bucks so far, but now I know what to buy, thank you :)

@MikeXMorgan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kyle, this is a brilliantly helpful video. I appreciate it!

@WalkThePlanet4K 7 ай бұрын

Super helpful video!

@simpleedge Жыл бұрын

This was super helpful. I have wasted so much money over the years buying these hubs only to find out that it didn’t solve all of my requirements. I ended up landing on the Anker 8-in-1 and I’m very happy. Thanks!

@vag4lvevo22 Жыл бұрын

For me to use the device does it needs to be plug in to the outlet? Or i can just plug it into the computer and use it?

@jc3209 Жыл бұрын

I'm seeing reviews about the Anker hub frying laptops/macbooks. Any experience with this?

@urumps9922 Жыл бұрын

The video I am looking for! Thanks!

@AlexeiAnisimov 9 ай бұрын

Awesome review mate - thanks 🙏

@ce9916 Жыл бұрын

Only 9000 subscribers? Wow I’m catching you early. I was sure you were one of these KZfaqrs with 1,000,000+ subscriptions. Thanks for the great and thorough content

@geoff4705 Жыл бұрын

Super-helpful, and well-produced video!

@captdave-vh3xp Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your advice, Sir!

@loganrunaways Жыл бұрын

Been using that Anker one for a couple months. It’s great, and transfers between my iPad Pro and MacBook without issue.

@sriramgiri3807 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thank you and just what I needed to decide on a USB hub

@KyleErickson Жыл бұрын

No problem! I’m dropping a video next week as well talking about some premium ones as well if you’re still unsure!

@heitorlipsky7512 Жыл бұрын

FIrst time I see one of your reviews. Nice job delivering useful information and doing eviews that do add value and are worthwhile to follow.

@lutfymairizalputra288 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your review kyle. btw, do you ever plug 2 external harddisk through anker 8-in-1 usb c-hub? is it possible? i have ugreen hub but it can't read 2 external hdd at the same time

@humbertooliveira7017 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video and information, just need your advice I have one macbook air m1 that by default only supports 1 extra screen but I know that is possible to have a second screen what is your advice ?

@kiwictor3752 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank U very much 4 this detailed review!

@Nikolatetios 4 ай бұрын

Many precious data. Thank you!

@UlfBjorlin 11 ай бұрын

Tack! Mycket omfattande och bra video.

@JAngelaCarter Жыл бұрын

Great Job! Thank you for doing this.

@TheSeanboy22 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Kyle great video. What would you recommend for - I'm trying to setup 2 monitors on 2019 Macbook Pro M1 - really just for work-from-home setup (finance work), logging into remote cloud desktop. doesn't need to be special just need the extra screen space - appreciate any suggestions...The Hyperdrive 10-in-1 seems like a simple setup that works with some small drawbacks

@danielmahathir4001 Жыл бұрын

hey kyle. subscribe. a refreshing take on how u put across reviews. very mkbhd. love it. cheers from malaysia

@andrelabbe5050 Жыл бұрын

nice and clear video. Straight to the point with just the right amount of information. One point to may be consider for Mac users as it is for me. At time, I have to use Windows Machines and not all do have Thunderbolt ports. Therefore my choice was USB-c only. May be not the fastest but the most versitile when you have to work with both eco-system.

@majcyy Жыл бұрын

hey Kyle awesome video, thanks so much for making it, quick question - I'm trying to understand that whole pass-through PD, so the 16 inch M1 Pro comes with 140W charger, can I plug it into something like that Anker recommended by you, then plug in couple of external SSD/HDD, and the whole thing will be powered, drives will be fine and also MacBook will get enough juice despite the hub delivering only 100W? Or do I need something that comes with dedicated power supply

@tjtrolley719 10 ай бұрын

You're really smart! Very helpful! Thank you!

@Le_Lys_Eclectique Жыл бұрын

Thank you HEAPS for the GREAT video! So good and clear!!! Actually I'm after a HUB that has 4 USB A ports, one HDMI and the slots for micro SD and SD cards and passthrough power. My budget around 100 bucks. Any suggestion? I saw your link to the Anker 555 but it has only got 2 USB A ports and need at least 3 (better 4) to connect different MIDI instruments. Thank you heaps!!!! 🙏

@isaacledz Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel man, great video! def going to sub and stay connected with your content.

@montyksycki4092 Жыл бұрын

Thanks For Sharing!!! Have a GREAT DAy!!!

@aumemusic3 Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for the video ! I have a Mac M2 and building my home studio ; do you think a single hub usb c could handle an audio interface, an external HDMI monitor, a midi keyboard ? Read somewhere an external sound card was very demanding and should be plug alone to be safe. Many thks !

@GuitarsAndSynths Жыл бұрын

Subbed! Excellent tips and need some USB C to USB hub for new MBP computer.

@somebody88888 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your great review!

@collectitbydiyversity2442 9 ай бұрын

Great in depth video. Thanks. I have a music studio with loads of MIDI devices/controllers. I have a few hubs but they dont always power the midi devices (Audio interface, midi keyboards/synths, APC40, Push3, Novation MkII and more. ). Hubs I already have include HDMI, and more but all I need is a hub or doc only with 4 to 8 USB ports that will work with my midi devices. Any help would be appreciated.

@Bonjour-World 8 ай бұрын

I do not have a MAC but the video proved useful as I just ordered a used Dell XPS 17 with four TB4 ports. When I went to look at connecting my HDMI KVM, monitors and wired LAN things started getting very confusing. What I really wanted was something that I could attach to the back side of a monitor and just run one TB4 cable from the laptop to the monitor.

@RayFusco Жыл бұрын

Super helpful - thank you!

@aplanebagel Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info ! cheers!

@MichaelLonetto Жыл бұрын

This was useful. I went through a similar process and ended up with a variant on the Anker you endorsed. It works great with my single 4K monitor via HDMI, but it only has one usb3 that can do either power(in) or high speed out, so no way to use the USB -> DisplayPort cable I bought for anything beyond Mario Brothers. Verdict is OK, but could be better.

@tomguthrie4218 7 ай бұрын

Kyle: i have an ipad air 5th generation. I would like to use it for podcast connecting a shure mv7 microphone. What hub do u recommend to connect from the mic to the ipad?

@carlosprovyrivera8522 Жыл бұрын

Great overview - thx! I have a MacBook Air M1 which I used in clamshell mode connected to an LG display 27" display via USB-C which powers the MacBook. I was wondering what can I use in the second available USB-C port on the MacBook that will allow me to connect two SSD hard drives. One for Time Machine and the other for Final Cut Pro libraries? Your help is appreciated.

@SebVEVO Жыл бұрын

Thx for honest review. Even with good brands, I am still afraid of that passthrough charging option but I might go with the Anker option I think.

@samuelthabik116 Жыл бұрын

hei sir amazing review i have one question ( Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock for Mac ) can i USE in in my Ipad Pro. Thanks you.

@sulogno Жыл бұрын

An important topic brilliantly done!

@roccosarli6939 Жыл бұрын

Hi, great video gave me a lot of info. I recently purchased a wav link for my mac book pro(2015). My mac does not have an usb-c port. My question is , can I use an adaptor such as a usb-c to usb? and if so will it work properly? I watched your video and I realize I must pay attention to the speeds listed on the adaptors. I was going to purchase a gold plated adaptor from amazon at $12.00 but this adaptor was showing the interior construction and it uses micro chips and seems pretty complicated so I have held back ordering it. I really only use my Mac ports for my iPhone a mouse and external hard drive. what type of adaptor would you use? Thanks!

@laurielyon7740 Жыл бұрын

Another great clip! Info galore.

@bcmprgraphics6378 Жыл бұрын

I went with the OWC Thunderbolt Hub, OWC Dual HDMI, and the OWC Travel Dock. This has given me all the expandability I need for a 2-monitor studio setup running a midi controller and audio interface while still handling external drives and memory cards. I'm really happy with the quality. My first hubs from amazon felt cheap and they would overheat. These OWC docks are built solid and are fast. Pricey though. Total cost was just under $350.

@Cruzan9 Жыл бұрын

That brand was my first choice but my wallet cried bloody murder. I kept it under $100. As for pricier accessories, I got an an NVMe drive I otherwise wouldn't have gotten were it not for Cyber Monday sales.

@sidensvans67 11 ай бұрын

I too have bought from OWC . Excellent equipment Imo .

@forbiddendonut Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great information.

@samuelcarrara9473 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Very helpful

@laurielyon7740 Жыл бұрын

Good clip……well presented…….good info…….thank you!

@gregorydamian4802 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great video. Do you know a great hub/dock that work great with a M2 MacBook Pro that supports dual hdmi monitors?

@zacharyst-jean5831 Жыл бұрын

Hey, I have a MacBook air and I am wondering if the Thunderbolt 3 Dock (ORICO) that you have will be able to hold two monitors and at the same time charge my mac? Thank you for the video!

@ScottWakeman119 Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely 100% on point! I have a Macbook Pro 16" 2019 for work. I picked up a Lemorele TC44 hub a few months back. Bad choice! Reviews were fairly good and it had all features I needed, including a LAN port. Problems started when suddenly accessories attached to it just disconnected. Sometimes they came back, sometimes they didn't. About a month ago ALL attachments glitched simultaneously. Half the hub is now useless. LAN port is dead. One USB 3 port is dead. HDMI port is dead. No damage to the Mac TG, but it did fry a pricey BT headset dongle. Literally burned it out. Supposed to be warranted for one year but Lemorele looks to have gone in to hiding as they're not responding to any of my attempts to contact them. AVOID LEMORELE PRODUCTS!

@mattymattttttttt Жыл бұрын

Didn’t watch this video through but for sure, i can attest to this comment that it’s generally a poopshow out there anyone looking for a carefree experience. I had a hootoo 7in1 hub, and it wrecked an external ssd and ever since i’ve only used usb c to usb a adapters for any sort of data since. I remember it also quite hot in regular use (just power passthrough and say, a mouse adapter). The sd card broke down a long time ago too. This thing was 89 cad and it was one of the better and more expensive hubs back when the 2016 macbook pro came out, hoping that an insulation of money would help ease doubts. Why doesn’t apple make a 7in1 or anything more than an hdmi/usb/passthrough? There’s probably a reason for that and the truth is frustrating.