Top recommendations for a compact USB-C hub for travel?

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Im prepping for a three week trip to Japan next month and I am really struggling to find a hub that isnt a total brick. I spent hours looking at the Satechi Slim but half the reviews say it gets burning hot and I dont want to fry my iPad Pro while editing photos on the train. Then I looked at the Anker 555 which seems reliable but my logic was I want something super tiny and that thing looks huge in the photos compared to my small tech pouch. I just need something with at least one HDMI and a couple USB-A ports for my older drives without it weighing down my bag. Are there any brands I am missing that are actually pocket sized?

Vincentslula · Accepted Answer

Re: Honestly, I've been disappointed with so many travel...

I totally feel that frustration. I've been through a dozen of these and the Kingston Nucleum USB-C Hub 7-in-1 is the one I always go back to. It is incredibly thin and light, definitely wont weigh down your bag for Japan. The best part is it doesnt get that scary burning hot temp that some others are known for. I think its because the internal shielding is just better built for sustained transfers. You get your HDMI and two USB-A ports, plus an extra USB-C for data which is rare on small hubs. Ive used it for heavy photo editing on my iPad and it works well without any thermal throttling. Im super satisfied with the build quality... it feels premium but stays small enough to slide into a pocket. Definitely let me know if you need any other gear tips for the trip!

Streey · Answer

Honestly, I've been disappointed with so many travel hubs lately. Most are just way too bulky or get dangerously hot. I had major issues with the Satechi getting toasty too... it's so frustrating. For your Japan trip, these are much better:

Twelve South StayGo Mini USB-C Hub is tiny and handles HDMI well.

Ugreen Revodok 105 5-in-1 USB-C Hub is super slim for your pouch. You got this, dont settle for a brick.

idjpzizopd · Answer

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