StarTech.com Thunderbolt to Dual HDMI 2.0 Adapter, Dual 4K 60Hz Thunderbolt to HDMI Converter, 2x HDMI Monitor Video Display Adapter, Thunderbolt Certified - Mac & Windows

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For £57.43 ex‑VAT, this StarTech Thunderbolt-to-dual HDMI adapter is a solid “get the job done” option if you’re docking a Mac or a TB-enabled Windows laptop and you need two external screens without faffing around with docks. StarTech’s real-world advantage here is reliability: fewer weird handshakes, better compatibility expectations, and it’s typically the kind of adapter you can hand to multiple users without constant troubleshooting. If you’re running dual 4K panels for things like spreadsheets plus reporting, design work with lots of panels, or general office dual-screen productivity, it’s good value—especially compared to buying an expensive dock “just because”.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re expecting it to behave like a full docking solution. Adapters like this are fine for video, but you won’t get the broader connectivity, power delivery, and setup flexibility you’d want for complex desks. Also, dual high-refresh/high-resolution setups can be picky depending on your laptop’s Thunderbolt implementation and the monitor’s EDID—so if you have a mixed bag of older monitors or you care about maximum refresh, sanity-check compatibility before you commit. In short: buy it if you want dependable dual HDMI output from Thunderbolt on a desk that already has power/dock basics covered; skip it if you need a one-box docking replacement.