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The Prime Day docking station deals and USB hubs have ended - if you see a deal, now's the time to grab it

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The Prime Day docking station deals are over - at least until the next Amazon shopping event. If you spot a too-good-to-miss deal, now is the time to grab it.

For more docks and hubs, my team of expert reviewers have tested and reviewed the best docking stations for laptops, desktops, and mobile devices. We'll also return in November to spotlight the top deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Still want last-minute savings? You can still find a few deals remaining on our Amazon Prime Day deals hub.

It's the end of Prime Day, so prices are no longer discounted - if you see an unmissable deal, grab it.

Anker Power Expand 553 laptop docking station: was $55 Now $40 at AmazonSave $15 The Anker Power Expand 553 is the company's best-selling USB hub - and it's not hard to see why. This is the perfect companion for working on your laptop, with more than enough connections, ports, and power options.

Anker Prime 14-port docking station: was $250 now $200 at AmazonSave $50 A Prime docking station for Prime Day, this Anker unit features 14 ports, of which 9 are USB ports, capable of a range of peripherals and dual 4K monitors for Windows and Mac devices. Transfer speeds reach up to 10Gbps, too.

TobenOne DisplayLink triple monitor docking station: was $230 now $176 at AmazonSave $54 One for those with multiple displays, the TobenOne docking station features an impressive 18 ports, including USB, Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort, and HDMI ports.T he only downside is, there’s no Linux support.

CalDigit TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 Dock: was $210 now $168 at AmazonSave $42 Tailored to Thunderbolt 3, the CalDigit TS3 Plus has 15 ports for a range of peripherals, including monitors. Among those 15, you’ll find DisplayPort, USB, Thunderbolt 3, and optical audio ports. The unit also has improved laptop charging.

Anker 332 5-in-1 USB-C Hub: was $25 Now $19 at AmazonSave $6 The Anker 332 5-in-1 docking station is equipped with one USB-C data port and two USB ports, both capable of speeds up to 5Gbps. There’s also a 4K HDMI port for attaching a second monitor, and a 100W PD-IN port. You can even use the device to power your laptop, thanks to its support for 85W pass-through charging.

Anker 341 USB-C Hub: was $35 Now $25 at AmazonSave $10 Anker are peripheral experts, so it's no surprise that this device has an Amazon score of 4.6 from over 23,000 ratings – it's clearly a good bit of it. Its seven connections cover 4K displays, USB-C, microSD and SD cards and support for every major laptop manufacturer. An excellent all-rounder.

Hiearcool USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro: was $23 Now $19 at AmazonSave $4 This is the cheapest product in the roundup and it still includes seven connections, including an HDMI port, several USB ports and two card readers. Its USB-C hub supports 100W power delivery, it has two high-speed USB 3 ports and it slips into a pocket. It has fewer features than other pricier products, but this is a rock-solid and affordable unit. Tick the coupon box for an extra $4 off.

Anker 14 in 1 USB C Docking Station: was $75 Now $54 at AmazonSave $21 It's not the cheapest 14-in-1 USB-C hub we've seen in the Prime Day deals, but we do like the Anker brand when it comes to budget technology. Made for Windows and Mac, the docking station ports includes two 4K HDMI, a 1080p VGA, USB-C and USB-A ports, and a MicroSD card slot. There's a lot of versatility here.

Plugable 12-in-1 Universal Docking Station: was $104 Now $60 at AmazonSave $44 This dock from Plugable features 12 outlets, including two USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports,. With support for dual HDMI displays at 1080p, this is a reasonably priced pick for connecting multiple monitors. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks.

Plugable 7-in-1 USB-C Docking Station: was $100 now $80 at AmazonSave $20 Made for multiple monitors, Plugable's 7-in-1 dock boasts a host of outlets, including USB4, USB-C, and HDMI ports. There's even room for an SD Card in there. Best of all, it supports dual HDMI at 4K. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks.

Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station: was $170 Now $140 at AmazonSave $30 If you never want to worry about connectivity again, you need to check out the Anker 575 docking station. An impressive 13-in-1 multiport USB hub, it boasts everything from two HDMI ports and a microSD slot to an Ethernet port and a 3.5mm AUX jack. The device is even capable of charging your laptop.

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Our pre–Prime Day research on the docking station business has revealed a volatile and unpredictable market where big brands compete against underdog newcomers. It also means that pricing jumps up and down frequently.

Our advice? Check for coupons and install a browser extension like Keepa or using a website like CamelCamelCamel to check if your chosen product really is at a historically low price. If not, it's worth looking elsewhere, because many other retailers also offer discounts at the same time as Prime Day.

Get beyond the price drops and it's time to evaluate the products themselves. Before committing to a docking station or USB hub, pay close attention to what connections you need – and what connections each dock has available.

Different products have varying speeds and abilities across their USB ports, others have faster SD card slots, and some will handle higher-resolution displays at faster refresh rates, while some more affordable products can only run displays at a sluggish 30Hz.

You'll want to pay keen attention here, because docking station product pages tend to be littered with jargon and specifications, and you don't want to spend money on a product that's not fit for purpose.

If you're unsure, we recommend delving into the product details, heading to official websites and exploring Amazon's Q&A sections, where eager customers have probably already asked the manufacturers to clarify your queries.

The second Prime Day, known as Prime Big Deal Days, has been confirmed by Amazon to run between October 8 - 9.

You'll always need an Amazon Prime description to take advantage of the best Prime Day discounts, but if you're not a subscriber it's never been easier – if you haven't signed up within the past year, you can get a free thirty-day trial. Grab that, save money and cancel it afterwards and you'll be good to go.

You need to be an Amazon Prime member in order to get access to Prime Day deals, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 for a year.

However, new subscribers can take advantage of the 30-day Amazon Prime free trial to buy the deals. You can only use this if you've never been a member before, so it won't be available if you've used it already or if you've signed up for Amazon Prime in the past.

While on the free trial, you get all the other membership benefits including free shipping, access to Prime Video and much more. Do read our Amazon Prime review for full coverage of what you get as part of a membership. That can help you decide if you want to cancel Amazon Prime once your free trial has ended to avoid being charged the monthly fee.

The docking station market is a mix of familiar brands and unusual manufacturers and many of the mainstream products featured here are extremely affordable – so there's plenty of competition. On Prime Day, expect larger discounts on less familiar products while known names and pricier options retain their value with higher prices and smaller reductions.

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