Anker 4-Port USB 3.0 Unibody Aluminum Portable Data Hub with 2ft USB 3.0 Cable for Macbook, Mac Pro / mini, iMac, XPS, Surface Pro, Notebook PC, USB Flash Drives, Mobile HDD and More

I can't believe how much of a game changer this Anker 4-Port USB Hub has been for my setup. As someone who constantly switches between devices like my MacBook, Surface Pro, and a few external drives I always found myself frustrated by not having enough USB ports. This hub has solved that problem beautifully and I’ve had zero issues with it.The sleek aluminum design gives it a high-end feel while still being incredibly compact. I love that it’s lightweight and easy to carry around. The 2ft USB 3.0 cable is the perfect length for connecting to my laptop without cluttering my desk space. I’ve used it for everything from charging my phone to transferring large files and it works flawlessly.Performance-wise this hub supports USB 3.0 which is crucial for fast data transfers. It’s been a lifesaver when I need to move large files quickly between my devices or when I’m working with external hard drives. Everything is fast and responsive no matter how many devices I plug in at once.What really impressed me was how well it handles multiple devices at the same time without any lag or disconnecting. Whether I’m working with a USB flash drive, an external HDD, or just need to plug in my mouse and keyboard it handles everything smoothly. It’s a plug and play device with no installation required which is such a relief.I’ve tried other USB hubs in the past but this one stands out for its build quality, speed, and ease of use. If you need more ports for your MacBook, PC, or tablet this is the one to get!

So far this simple little hub works as expected. It's built well, the data transfer is fast enough for me and the velcro that comes with the hub is helpful as it enables one to use a flash drive or charging cable without the hub sliding across the desk. So far I only have one complaint about this product and that is the bright green light on the front of the hub. In one way the light is helpful, as it lets you know it is connected and ready to go, although I think this is unnecessary. The light is bright and easy to see, but for me that is a negative element of the hub. I think too many electronics have "ON" lights that stay running forever and brighten up a workstation that some may want to stay dark. In my case, the hub is in a music studio and the cool green of the light clashes with the warm atmosphere of the music workstation that I'm trying to create. I know it sounds trivial, but it's the small things that make a difference right? :) I think a better option on the hub would be a smaller light footprint (or better yet, none at all). Have a much smaller light that flashes green once if the hub is working when you turn on your workstation or plug it into a computer. Have the same light flash red (and stay red) if there is a problem. Or have no light at all, as you'll know if it's working when you plug anything into it.Aside from the trivial light issue I would still recommend the hub. It's very nice and compact and a works well.

Always dependable and the best value!

Just bought this a few days ago after doing a lot of research for a USB 3.0 Hub. I kept coming across this brand and saw that most of their products seemed to have great reviews, also it did help that this particular hub is probably one of the best looking ones out there and if you are like me and want your desk looking clean and sleek all the time, then you would probably want to go with this one as well.Another thing that I liked about it is the little led light that shows that the hub is working and is connected properly, I know it might be a small thing but if your wireless mouse or keyboard suddenly doesnt work and you dont have a light to tell you that the hub is still on, you might be looking at the mouse and the keyboard and then the receiver... So it might come in handy one day, plus it doesnt hurt to have it. I have had it for a few days now and the reason I needed a hub was because my desktop is under my desk and I needed something on top of my desk so that my wireless mouse and keyboard would function properly, because if you plug the receiver in the desktop directly, sometimes the mouse or keyboard starts lagging. Also I like having the option of plugging in whatever I need like a USB thumb drive or portable drive without having to go underneath the desk and find the port.The only reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 (and this may be my fault) is that I properly measured the distance from the top of my desk to the port on my desktop below and was sure that the 2 feet cable that is attached with this hub would be long enough. However, it was not and so I measured the cable and to me it seems as if it is an inch or so off the 2 feet mark. I did contact Anker about this and they responded quickly, so great customer service, however, it is one of those things that could be nobody's fault, the cable might also not measure 2 feet because it gets wrinkled and so unless it stretched fully it might not get to that mark. I did stretch it as much without trying to yank it out of the device but anyways, an inch off does not matter. I will probably have to get an extension cable for my needs.All in all, as far as the quality is concerned, it is much better in person than it is in the pictures, and in the pictures it looks pretty good as it is. I am definitely going to be looking out for other products this brand makes from now on, because these days it is hard to find good quality products, that too at the reasonable prices that they sell their products at.P.S I am not affiliated with the company or benefit from writing this review, I just really am impressed by the quality and will definitely be a regular customer going forward. Hope this review helps someone.

Overall I love the hub and use it everyday. When I work from my laptop at home or on the go, the hub is with me. It works great and its fast when used with 3.0 devices and ports. Using 2.0 ports work great transfer files or access files, its just a little slower.If you edit images or keep your movie collection on an external drive and want to connect your portable drives via this hub, then this is a great option. I do a lot of my image editing from my laptop lately and the hard drive is always connected with no issues. Now I have to say I am glad I decided to give the Anker Aluminum 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub a try and I highly recommend this Hub if you need a travel USB Hub.

Been using these for years now and finally got around to reviewing them. They work perfectly. The build quality is awesome, these things are solid. Highly recommend. Buy them.

connects to external hard drive, SSD, DVD drive , charges my phone