StarTech.com USB-C to Ethernet Adapter with 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub and Power Delivery

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

For £43.42 ex-VAT, this StarTech USB‑C dock-ish adapter is a sensible buy if you mostly need one reliable wired network connection plus a couple of extra USB-A ports from a laptop. In day-to-day office use (Teams calls, file transfers over the LAN, general peripherals), StarTech tends to be solid on compatibility and tends to behave better than the cheapest no-name adapters. The USB 3.0 hub part is handy for sharing a mouse/keyboard or a small dongle without occupying the rest of your laptop’s ports.

I wouldn’t buy it if you’re trying to replace a real mini-dock: three USB ports can still feel tight, and if you regularly attach power-hungry devices (fast external drives, multi-adapter USB peripherals), an “adapter + hub” setup can become inconsistent compared with purpose-built docks. Also, if you need HDMI/DisplayPort video or multiple high-bandwidth connections, this won’t scratch that itch. But for straightforward “I need Ethernet now, and I need a couple of USB ports too” users—office staff, consultants, warehouse/field workers with a simple toolkit—it’s good value and less hassle than buying a separate Ethernet dongle plus a hub.