StarTech.com ~4-Port USB-C™ Hub 10 Gbps - 3x USB-A & 1x USB-C - Powered

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For £56.90 ex-VAT, this is the kind of hub you buy when you want a simple “plug it in and forget it” upgrade for a laptop that only has one USB‑C port (and you’re tired of constantly swapping docks). The powered angle matters in the real world: it’s typically more reliable than cheap bus-powered hubs when you’re driving things like external SSDs, USB-A peripherals with higher draw, or you’ve got a busy desk. If you’ve got a mix of modern and legacy gear—USB-A mouse/keyboard, plus occasional storage—this layout is sensible and you won’t feel forced into a big docking station.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it for heavy-duty office docking or multi-monitor / display ambitions (this isn’t that kind of hub). Also, if you only need one or two USB-A ports, it might be slightly pricey compared with very basic adapters—though you’re paying for the steadier, more dependable “powered hub” behaviour. Overall: good value for small-business staff, warehouse/field office setups, or admin roles where you need a reliable handful of USB ports on a budget, but not the right choice if you need a full workstation dock.