00:00Running out of USB ports is one of the most frustrating things about modern laptops,
00:04especially when you've got a mouse, keyboard, drive, and phone all fighting for space.
00:09So today, I went through the sales data and reviews to find the best deals out there,
00:13and here are my top 5 USB hub switches to expand your workstation.
00:18Let's kick things off with the cheapest option, and honestly, it's a bit of a steal.
00:23This 4 or 7 port expander has individual on-off switches, so you can kill power to
00:28devices you're not using, which is handy for saving energy. At just $5.19 with almost 5,000 sold and
00:35a solid 4.4 rating, it's a no-brainer if you just need more ports on a budget.
00:40If you want something a little more premium, check out the Acusys docking station.
00:45This thing is a beast, with 16 or 10 ports and 10 gigabits per second speeds,
00:50plus an individual switch for every single port. It's $45.98, and with a 4.9 rating from over
00:574,200 buyers, it's clearly a favorite for anyone juggling a laptop, desktop, keyboard,
01:03and mouse all at once. Next up is the Orico 7 or 10 port aluminium hub.
01:09What I love here is the 12-volt power adapter, which means it actually supports charging,
01:14not just data. It looks great on a desk too. It's $53.52, but with a 4.9 rating and
01:22over 4,200 sold,
01:23people clearly think the build quality and reliability are worth the investment.
01:28Back to the budget end, the 7-port splitter also comes with a power adapter and on-off switch,
01:33and it works with PCs, laptops, and MacBooks. At only $5.85 with 3,300 plus sold and a 4
01:41.5 rating,
01:43it's a really practical pick if you want powered ports without spending much at all.
01:47And finally, the highest-rated one on the list. This USB 3.0 hub has 4 or 7 ports with
01:54independent
01:54switch control, and it handles everything from flash drives and hard drives to printers and
01:59cameras. It's just $6.13 and holds a 4.9 rating, so if you want the best-reviewed option for
02:05under
02:06$7, this is it. All the links are down in the description below, so go check them out and find
02:12the one that fits your setup. If this helped you out, drop a like and hit subscribe for more gear
02:17finds like this. Thanks for watching, and I'll see you in the next one.
