StarTech.com 3 Port USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet & 60W Power Delivery Passthrough Laptop Charging - USB-C to 3x USB-A (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) - USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Adapter Hub~3 Port USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet & 60W Power Delivery Passthrough Laptop Charging - USB-C to 3x USB-A (USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps) - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Adapter Hub

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

For £44.87 ex-VAT, this StarTech USB‑C hub is a sensible “grab-and-go” accessory for office and hybrid work—especially if you need wired Ethernet and a couple of USB‑A ports without lugging a full dock. The big win is practical: gigabit networking plus power delivery passthrough means you can plug in one lead to charge the laptop and still get stable network access (which is often where Wi‑Fi starts to get flaky in client offices and meeting rooms). In day-to-day terms, it’s the kind of thing that saves time and reduces dongle clutter.

That said, it’s not a replacement for a proper docking station. You’ll feel its limitations if you rely on lots of USB devices at once or want high-throughput behaviour under heavier use—USB‑A peripherals are fine for standard workloads, but this is still a basic three-port layout. I’d recommend it to buyers with straightforward needs: a laptop user who wants Ethernet and a few legacy USB‑A connections while charging. If you need multi-monitor video, lots of USB throughput, or a “desktop-grade” setup, spend more on a full dock rather than trying to stretch a compact hub.