StarTech.com 7 Port USB C Hub - USB Type-C to 2x USB-C/5x USB-A - Commercial Metal USB 3.0 Hub - SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) - Self Powered - BC 1.2 Fast Charge - Mountable/Rugged

Product Overview

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For £63.82 ex-VAT, this StarTech 7‑port USB‑C hub is the kind of “workday reliable” accessory I’d actually buy for an office desk. The metal, mountable design and self‑powered nature are the big wins in real life: you’re less likely to get flaky power to chargers, dongles, and peripherals compared with cheap bus‑powered hubs. If you routinely dock a laptop with a mix of USB‑A devices (mice, keyboards, headsets, USB storage) plus newer USB‑C gear, this is a sensible all‑rounder that won’t feel delicate in a shared environment.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if your main goal is high‑throughput storage performance or you expect it to behave like a mini dock for heavy peripherals. A hub is still a hub—multiple devices share bandwidth—so if you’re moving lots of data to fast SSDs while also doing other transfers, you may want something more “dock-grade” or at least a hub with a clearer performance profile for your exact mix. Also, if you only need 3–4 ports, you can usually get similar reliability for less; this one makes the most sense when you truly need the extra ports and the sturdier build for daily use.

**Who it’s for:** offices, small teams, shared hot‑desking setups, and anyone who wants a rugged, self‑powered USB‑C hub that just stays stable. **Who should skip:** anyone needing maximum transfer speeds for multiple high‑bandwidth devices at once, or shoppers who only need a couple of extra connections.