Best Thunderbolt 3 Docks In 2022

Caldigit TS3 Plus is our top pick for a Thunderbolt 3 Dock which with 15 ports is the most extensive option you’re likely to find, at least until the next generation bursts on the market. Included in these ports is 5 USB-A and 2 USB-C boasting 5Gb/s transfer speeds for fast and efficient files moving across and allowing you to keep everything organized and stored with ease.

The Ultra High-Speed II SD card slot provides further transfer options, making it a superb option for those who use portable storage solutions daily and also find themselves in more of a hurry than most. This boasts an optimum 312Mb/s transfer speeds, so the days of stressing over slow migration are a thing of the past. You could even say it’s as fast as, well, a thunderbolt.

Belkin is a trusted brand when it comes to computer electronics and that’s important when buying a Thunderbolt 3 Dock. You don’t want a product that overheats or doesn’t deliver the data transfer speeds advertised. You can be sure that the Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro is capable of everything that’s written in the product description. It connects to the USB-C slot on your Mac or Windows computer using the 2.6-feet long Thunderbolt 3 cable that’s included. 

In terms of ports, this is one of the most stacked Thunderbolt 3 docks on this list. It has the following ports: 2 x Thunderbolt 3, 1 x USB-A 3.1, 4 x USB-A 3.0, 1 x USB-C 3.1, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x SD card, 1 x 3.5mm audio, and 1 x Gigabit Ethernet. That means you can run everything (mouse, keyboard, monitors, hard drives, etc) through one port on your computer.

The StarTech Mini Thunderbolt 3 is a compact option for those shopping on a budget or looking for a smaller, more portable option with no need for all the bells and whistles of more substantial and more expensive models. Still, despite its size, this Thunderbolt Dock offers a variety of useful features including the Dual DisplayPort capabilities boasting 4K, 60Hz display and 50Hz when staying traditional and using a single display.

Considered by some to be a single cable to rule them all, it has a Gigabit Ethernet port and a single USB-A port (with the two display ports we’ve already mentioned). This USB makes setup simple and also flexible, and the lack of a power cable port means it’s one of the most portable options around. The bus-powered technology saves jumbled cables causing trip hazards at your local cafe, but the included cables save you the hassle of sourcing them yourself.

For versatility and range, the Cable Matters Aluminum Thunderbolt 3 Dock is a great choice for those looking for something reliable but with enough oomph to ensure you don’t get what becomes only a shiny aluminum paperweight after just a few months. Using AC outlets, you’re guaranteed a consistent power source with no need to worry about random failures or lack of charge. For those who need reliability as much as they do connectivity options, this is crucial for efficiency and productivity.

Like other Thunderbolt options, it provides Dual 4K displays at 60Hz for ultra-clear graphics, while the multiple USB ports provide input options for all your peripheral accessories but also leave enough space to plug other gadgets in when needed. Not only is this convenient, it also eliminates many of the lagging and slow processing issues you’ll find with ‘older’ technology, even if that tech is just the previous generation.

The easily connectable Plugable Thunderbolt 3 Docking Station is another option for those after the performance Thunderbolt systems but maybe aren’t too sure it’s for them right now. For the price, it’s a decent entry-level Thunderbolt 3 dock and while it doesn’t come with everything you’d find on more comprehensive models, it’s still a suitable candidate for increasing efficiency and performance.

This is in part thanks to the expandability, boasting daisy chaining capabilities where you can connect up to 5 additional Thunderbolt devices. While it’s unlikely novices will require such options, if you need multiple docks, the price of the Plugable makes this an economically viable choice. The multiple ports are also massively convenient and ensure you won’t want for additional connection options. These include both USB (both A and C types) and an SD card slot for fast data transfer.

Boasting a not-the-biggest-but-still-substantial 14 ports, the OWC 14-Point Thunderbolt 3 Dock provides wide device versatility and helps you control all your charging, transferring, and connectivity options from one secure and reliable hub. These ports include DisplayPort, USB, and SD, and the DisplayPort ensures screen real estate is wide, giving you the chance to work on multiple projects (or games) at once without muddling yourself up.

The SD slot transfers data at speeds hitting as high as 312Mb/s, while all your other necessary desktop accessories (microphone, mouse, keyboard, and more) connect reliably to enhance productivity to levels that might – at first – scare you a little. To ensure you’re always ready to get down to work (or work towards some downtime) the 85W power throughput is an optimum option of notebooks and similarly small machines.

So even though it doesn’t say Thunderbolt 3 in the title, the Cable Matters Gen 2 USB C Docking Station is still Thunderbolt 3 compatible. It brings fast read and write speeds through both UHS-II SD cards and microSD cards at the same time, which if you’re in a rush is ideal, and even if you’re not in a rush is still cool, because we all hate waiting around.

It supports dual screens on both Windows (10 or later) and Linux, and while it’s compatible with a Mac, there’s no dual screen capability, so you’ll have to make do with designing your cool spreadsheet no one will comment on at the meeting on a single screen. Such is life. If you are lucky enough to have a Windows laptop (which is most of you, we’re guessing) you’ll see vibrant, high-resolution graphics that pop and light up your dull home office like never before.

It can be pretty difficult to choose between different Thunderbolt 3 docks. They all have the same basic features but the prices can vary dramatically. The Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Dock is towards the more expensive end of things, so we wanted to know if it’s worth the extra money. From what we found out, it seems that this is one of the best Thunderbolt 3 docks for running dual monitors. For gamers, designers, and stock traders, having two (or more) monitors can be essential. This dock has a built-in DisplayPort, which gives the user the ability to drive any display up to 4K resolution with just one cable. 

In addition, it has 2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports, 3 x USB 3.0 ports, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and a 3.5mm audio in/out. That means it’s nowhere near the most versatile Thunderbolt 3 Dock on this list. But, what it lacks in connectivity, it makes up for in quality. The high price buys you high-quality ports, an aluminum chassis, and a two-year warranty to protect you against any damage.