
Update: The price has changed to $61.99 since this was originally published.
This Lenovo dual display dock is $59.99, down from $79.99. While it's not the absolute lowest price we've seen, it's within a few bucks. It fits in a bag for travel while adding seven ports, including two that support 4K monitors, plus HDMI, DisplayPort, and ethernet connections. Buy Now at Amazon
- 7 total ports including 2 for dual 4K displays
- 1 DisplayPort 1.4 and 1 HDMI 2.0 video output
- 1 USB-A and 2 USB-C ports, one always-on for charging
- 1 ethernet port for wired network connection
- Supports up to 100W power delivery to a connected laptop
- Measures 4.7" x 2.6" x 0.8" and weighs 4.8 oz.

Handy for anyone who needs to switch a single printer or scanner between multiple computers without unplugging cables each time, and Newegg has it for $6 off the list price. Buy Now at Newegg
- Connect up to 4 computers to shared peripherals
- Intuitive LED device status indicators
- USB 2.0 interface for stable data transfers
- Plug and play device switching
- Model: USB-USS4

Squeezing a USB-A/C adapter, HDMI, and card readers into one small hub makes it worth keeping in your bag if you're constantly plugging into different laptops or docking stations on the go. Buy Now at Newegg
- 10Gbps high-speed data transfer
- 5-in-1 connectivity adapter
- USB-A and USB-C port compatibility
- Durable braided input cable
- Compact docking station design

This adapter suits anyone upgrading a PC case with modern front-panel USB 3.0 ports but stuck with an older motherboard that only has 20-pin headers. It's a straightforward fix for a specific compatibility gap rather than something most builders will need to think about twice. Buy Now at Newegg
- Connect two USB 3.0 devices to internal motherboard header
- Converts 20-pin motherboard header to dual USB 3.0 ports
- Enables high-speed data transfer for desktop motherboards
- Compact internal adapter for expanded USB connectivity
- Easy plug-and-play internal motherboard expansion

Handy for anyone setting up a second monitor or presenting from a laptop that lacks a spare video output, since it turns a free USB port into an extra HDMI or DVI connection. Buy Now at Newegg
- Connect up to 6 adapters per system
- Supports 2048 x 1152 max resolution
- USB bus powered and hot-pluggable
- Flexible Primary, Extend, and Mirror display modes
- Model: JU-H20111-S1

Handy for a two-computer desk setup where you want to share a single USB device, like an external drive or printer, without unplugging and re-plugging cables every time you switch between machines. Buy Now at Newegg
- USB 3.0 sharing between two computers
- One-button device swapping
- Compatible with USB hubs and peripherals
- USB 3.0 data transfer speeds
- KVM switch functionality

Handy for older or budget builds where your case has more front-panel USB ports than your motherboard has headers to support them, letting you split a single 9-pin connector into four. Buy Now at Newegg
- Expand one motherboard header to four USB 2.0 ports
- 30cm internal cable for flexible device placement
- Supports connection of four internal USB 2.0 devices
- Compact port multiplier for easy component installation
- Stable 9-pin internal connection for reliable data transfer

Setting up an old hard drive as external storage or pulling files off a dead laptop's drive is simple with this adapter, no enclosure or extra tools needed. Buy Now at Newegg
- Supports 2.5-inch HDD and SSD drives
- USB 3.0 to SATA connectivity
- Compact 0.5-meter cable length
- Tool-free drive converter functionality
- Protective cover included

Handy for anyone repurposing an old 2.5-inch SATA drive or spare M.2 SSD into external storage instead of letting it sit in a drawer, since one adapter covers both formats. Newegg's version supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds, so you're not bottlenecked when transferring larger files. Buy Now at Newegg
- Supports 2.5 inch SATA and M.2 SATA SSDs
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 high-speed data transfer
- Tool-less drive installation design
- Portable compact form factor
- Model: MB031U-1SMB

Useful if you need to add an extra monitor to a desktop or laptop that's run out of video outputs, since it converts a standard USB 2.0 port into an SVGA display connection without requiring an internal graphics card upgrade. Buy Now at Newegg
- 1680x1050 resolution output
- USB 2.0 connectivity
- Windows 7, XP, Vista compatibility
- SVGA video adapter support
- Model: Coolgear HD

For anyone with old hard drives sitting in a drawer, this adapter lets you plug SATA or IDE drives into a USB port to pull files off them without buying new enclosures for each one. It's a handy option if you're recovering data from a dead laptop or an older desktop before you get rid of it. Buy Now at Newegg
- Supports 2.5/3.5 inch IDE and SATA drives
- 5Gbps high-speed data transfer rates
- Compatible with HDD, SSD, and optical drives
- Includes 12V/2A power adapter
- Model: AD-STAIDE

Handy for anyone juggling multiple computers with one set of peripherals, letting you switch a keyboard, mouse, or printer between machines with a single button press instead of unplugging cables. Buy Now at Newegg
- Share three USB devices between two computers
- Hotkey switching for rapid device control
- Integrated audio and microphone support
- Durable aluminum shell construction
- Digital display for active connection status

Working from a laptop with limited ports? This dock handles displays, storage, and networking through a single cable, and the bundled Bluetooth speaker means you get a portable audio option thrown in without buying it separately. Buy Now at Newegg
- 11-in-1 connectivity including HDMI, VGA, and USB
- Triple 4K monitor support
- 100W power delivery for laptop charging
- Bluetooth speaker with integrated microphone
- 5-hour portable speaker playback

Streamers and anyone recording gameplay or presentations from a second device will get the most out of this, since it pulls a clean 4K HDMI feed straight into your computer for recording or live use. Newegg has it if you want a no-frills way to add capture capability without a full production setup. Buy Now at Newegg
- 4K resolution input
- 1080p video capture
- USB 3.0 connectivity
- 3.5mm stereo audio output
- Compatible with OBS live broadcast

Sharing one keyboard, mouse, and monitor between two computers becomes simple with this switch, making it a solid pick for anyone tight on desk space who still needs quick access to a second machine. Buy Now at Newegg
- USB 3.0 and 2.0 connectivity
- Share 4 USB devices between 2 computers
- Built-in KVM switch functionality
- Peripheral sharing for keyboards, mice, and printers
- Plug-and-play multi-device compatibility

A handy pick if you're juggling one set of peripherals between two computers, letting you switch a keyboard, mouse, or external drive between machines with a button press instead of unplugging and replugging cables. Buy Now at Newegg
- Share four USB devices between two computers
- Toggle peripherals with built-in switcher selector
- Supports keyboards, mice, printers, and hard drives
- Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux systems
- USB 3.0 speeds for fast data transfer

Handy if you're constantly swapping cables between devices and want a magnetic quick-connect instead of wrestling with a stubborn USB-C port each time, and this 2-pack supports 40Gbps data speeds and 240W charging. It's $3 off the $20 list price. Buy Now at Amazon
- 240W Power Delivery fast charging
- 40Gbps high-speed data transmission
- 8K 60Hz video and audio output
- Strong magnetic connection for easy attachment
- Universal compatibility with USB-C devices

Anyone running dual monitors off a single laptop connection will get the most out of this, since the DisplayLink tech handles two separate displays without your laptop's native ports getting in the way. It's currently $30 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon
- Dual 5K display support for extended multitasking
- 100W power delivery for fast laptop charging
- 14-in-1 port expansion for peripheral connectivity
- 5Gbps high-speed data transfer across five ports
- Broad compatibility with Windows, Mac, and Chrome OS

Plugs between your source device and PC to record or stream video at up to 4K resolution, which makes it a practical pick for content creators, streamers, or anyone needing to capture HDMI output from a camera, console, or other device. Buy Now at Newegg
- 4K resolution video capture
- USB 3.0 high-speed data transfer
- Integrated HDMI audio and video input
- Model: Z26

Sharing one printer or external drive between two computers gets simpler with this switch, since you just press a button instead of unplugging cables every time you swap devices. Buy Now at Newegg
- Share one USB device between two computers
- Connect printers and scanners to multiple systems
- Includes two USB 2.0 male cables
- Supports plug and play USB 2.0 connectivity
- Model: US215