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Compare the brands side by side, or choose by your setup: one screen or two. Every route arrives at the same docking stations.

Questions? Answers.

A docking station connects your laptop to several peripherals at once through one cable: external screens, mouse, keyboard, network cable and charger. Ideal if you want to switch quickly at home or at the office from mobile working to a full desk setup without swapping individual cables every time.

That depends on the ports on your laptop. Does your laptop have a USB-C or Thunderbolt port? Then a universal USB-C dock or a Thunderbolt docking station works best. Does your laptop have a brand-specific connector? Then look at a brand-specific dock for the best compatibility. Not sure? Get in touch and we'll help you on your way.

A Thunderbolt docking station offers higher data speeds, more bandwidth for several screens and faster laptop charging. A standard USB-C dock is cheaper and works with almost every modern laptop, but supports fewer advanced features. Thunderbolt is the better choice for demanding workplaces with several monitors.

Most business docking stations support two external screens over HDMI and DisplayPort. More powerful Thunderbolt docks can sometimes drive three or four screens at once. Always check the specifications to be sure of the number of supported screens.

Yes, most docking stations also supply power to the laptop over the same connection cable. So you only need one connection for both data and charging. Do check that the charging power is enough for your specific laptop model.

Most business docking stations have a built-in ethernet port for wired internet. That is faster and more stable than wifi, which makes it ideal for video meetings, transferring large files and stable remote working.

A USB-C hub is compact and portable, with a limited number of ports. Handy on the road. A docking station is larger, offers more and faster ports, charges the laptop and is designed for a fixed workplace. For professional everyday use a docking station is the more durable choice.

Yes. All docking stations at Hej Refurbished are tested on all functions and connections before shipping and come with a 12-month warranty.