Anker Laptop Docking Station Dual Monitor, 8-in-1 USB C Hub, 4K Dual Monitor with 2 HDMI, 1 Gbps Ethernet Hub, 85W Power Delivery, SD Card Reader for MacBook Pro, XPS and More (Charger not Included)

VERSATILITY, FUNCTIONALITY, AND PRACTICALITY
I work from home and the company I work for provided the equipment, which includes this docking station. After using this for a couple of days, I purchased one for my personal laptop. This docking station is small, versatile, easy to use and to setup. The dual hdmi ports allow me to have a second monitor aside from the company provided one for a total of 3 screens, including the laptop screen. The dual usb ports are useful for adding other accessories such as a keyboard, mouse, webcam, thumb drive, etc. For those wanting a hardwired connection, there is an ethernet port located on one side of the docking station. Though I’ve not used them, there are slots for SD memory cards and micro sd cards.

Stopped working properly after less than a year of owning
Update: Anker offered a replacement or refund for the product. I’ve had many Anker products and this is the first to experience issues like this. Will likely replace it with the same or similar docking station from Anker.It worked really well initially. Generally running 2 monitors off of my laptop for work. It recently started flickering one of the monitor screens every 10 or 20 minutes which wasn’t a huge deal. It now has issues supporting 2 screens and has really weird behavior that sometimes requires troubleshooting to get it going again. Expected it to work longer than it has

Updated review: The replacement works perfectly!
If you want a non-interrupted work/game session, look for something else! I only have a couple of 27” monitors, a laptop and mouse/keyboard combo connected to this docking station and it the monitors keep disconnecting every couple of minutes, guess the power supply is not good enough! Until I order a better one, I connected the charger directly to my laptop.Don’t cheap out and go for something more reliable!Update: So Anker reached out and offered either a full refund or give them another chance and try out the replacement, and they immediately sent another one that works just perfectly without disconnection issues like before! Anker stood behind their product and I was not disappointed!This hub is on the cheaper side but definitely works perfectly for my work setup of dual 27” monitors.I would definitely recommend it!

Perfect on Windows, not so much on Mac
I used this for about 5 months on a Windows machine and it worked great. I was able to use both HDMI ports and my laptop to have three fully functioning screens, as well as the USB ports for my wireless mouse/keyboard and my webcam.I switched to a Mac about 4 months ago, and the results have been much more inconsistent. I know I can’t use both HDMI ports to have three screens as that is not supported on my MacBook Air M3. I have closed the lid on my laptop, used one HDMI port (plus the other two USB ports), and then used an adaptor to connect my third monitor directly to my MacBook.The monitor that’s plugged into the hub is constantly turning off or blacking out for a few seconds at a time, interrupting video calls and screen shares and just being a general annoyance. Nothing I’ve done has helped – I swapped the monitors that were plugged in to see if it was the monitor, I bought new HDMI cables in case what I had was faulty. I even connected my MacBook charger to the hub to see if additional power could fix the problem. No dice.

Ich nutze den Anker USB-C Hub nun seit mehreren Wochen an meinem MacBook Pro (M1) und bin insgesamt sehr zufrieden mit der Leistung und dem Funktionsumfang.✅ Vorteile:Umfangreiche Anschlussmöglichkeiten: Der Hub bietet 8 Anschlüsse, darunter HDMI (4K bei 60 Hz), Ethernet, USB-C (10 Gbps), zwei USB-A-Ports (ebenfalls 10 Gbps), SD- und microSD-Kartenleser sowie einen USB-C-PD-Eingang für bis zu 100 W Ladeleistung.Kompaktes Design: Mit seinem schlanken und leichten Gehäuse passt der Hub problemlos in jede Laptoptasche und eignet sich ideal für den mobilen Einsatz.Zuverlässige Leistung: In Tests erreichte der Ethernet-Port die beworbenen 1 Gbps, und die USB-Ports lieferten stabile Datenübertragungsraten.⚠️ Nachteile:Eingeschränkte Ladeleistung: Obwohl der Hub mit 100 W Power Delivery beworben wird, stehen dem angeschlossenen Gerät effektiv nur 85 W zur Verfügung, da 15 W für den Betrieb des Hubs reserviert sind. Für leistungshungrige Laptops könnte dies knapp werden.Wärmeentwicklung: Bei intensiver Nutzung, insbesondere beim Anschluss mehrerer Geräte, kann der Hub spürbar warm werden. Dies ist zwar nicht ungewöhnlich, sollte aber berücksichtigt werden.Insgesamt aber ein Top Gerät, was alle meine Anforderungen erfüllt.

The Anker 553 USB-C Hub has been an absolute game-changer for me. As someone who relies heavily on a variety of peripherals and external displays, this 8-in-1 USB C dock is perfect for my needs.First off, the dual 4K HDMI ports are incredible. I can effortlessly connect two 4K monitors, which has significantly boosted my productivity and made multitasking a breeze. The video quality is crystal clear, and there’s no lag or interference.The additional ports are just as impressive. The USB-C to USB adapter allows me to connect all my essential devices like my keyboard, mouse, and external hard drives without any issues. The transfer speeds are fast and reliable, which is crucial for my work.The 1 Gbps Ethernet port is another fantastic feature. It provides a stable and fast internet connection, which is a huge upgrade from relying on Wi-Fi. This has been especially beneficial for video calls and large file uploads.What really stands out is the hub’s build quality and design. It’s compact and sleek, making it easy to carry around with my laptop. The materials feel premium and durable, which gives me confidence in its longevity.In summary, the Anker 553 USB-C Hub is perfect for anyone needing a reliable, high-performance docking solution. It has made my workflow more efficient and streamlined, and I couldn’t be happier with its performance. Highly recommended!