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🔌 Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Dock: 40Gb/s, Dual 4K, USB-C, USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, Aluminum Chassis Review

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Revainrating 3.5 out of 5  
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3.3
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Details

BrandElgato
Hardware InterfaceUSB, Ethernet, Thunderbolt, USB 3.0
Compatible DevicesMacBook Pro, IPad
Total USB Ports3
Item Dimensions LxWxH3.2 x 7.9 x 1.1 inches
Number of Ports3
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Description of 🔌 Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Dock: 40Gb/s, Dual 4K, USB-C, USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, Aluminum Chassis

Connect everything to your MacBook Pro or Windows notebook at once. Charge your MacBook Pro or Windows notebook with up to 85 W via the same cable you use to connect to the dock. 2 Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports: Extended versatility, including 5K display support; Dual display support: Up to 2x 4K resolution. 3 USB 3.0 ports: High-power device support for iPad, SuperDrive and more. The no-compromise dock that extends connectivity, audio, video and networking. Easy ejection software button to ensure data safety. Compatible with Mac (macOS Sierra 10.12 or later Thunderbolt 3 port), PC (Windows 10 or later Thunderbolt 3 port).

Reviews

Global ratings 9
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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Expensive and has issues with Mac

I use this with my MacBook and so far most things work. The external monitor keeps flickering and I don't have to constantly unplug the USB-C cable to reconnect the external monitor to the app, and even with that, the docking station seems overpriced for all its woes.

Pros
  • Sturdy finish
Cons
  • Appearance

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Devices keep losing external display

This is the second Elgato Thunderbolt 3 dock Revain has sent me - the first one lost connection to the display via USB3 or Displayport connections every time my MacBook Pro 2017 reconnected to the docking station. Sometimes the display was lost after a reset. Revain replaced it with another one under warranty - exactly the same. Judging by the reviews, this is a common problem with Elgato docks. I recently upgraded to a 2019 16 inch MacBook Pro and it does the same thing. Eventually, I got so…

Pros
  • Quick replacement
Cons
  • Null

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Excellent dual monitor support for 2017 MacBook Pro

I'm using this for my 2017 15" MacBook Pro and so far so good! I've connected two Asus 2k monitors, one via displayport and the other via USB -C to DisplayPort cable. I then connect my new external Samsung T5 SSD via USB in the back for TimeMachine backup. The unit is smaller than I thought it would be. No weird noises, no hissing at all from the hub. The power supply is quite large but I guess that's to be expected as it powers the MacBook It's really nice to have all my devices connected via…

Pros
  • Super
Cons
  • I'll be silent

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Constant crashes on docking stations

I was very happy to finally have a single connector solution. I have two monitors, ethernet, and a USB keyboard and mouse connected to my MacBook Pro. There was this device that solved this problem. However, he quickly faltered. I've been trying to get it to work for months and now it just sits on the floor in the closet. I spent a lot of money on this device because it is so useless. I would not recommend it. The problem started with the monitors just going black and the keyboard stopped…

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • Appearance

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Doesn't work with 2 external monitors - 2018 MacBook Pro 15 inch

I bought this dock primarily to make it easier for me to connect two external 2k monitors via a Thunderbolt 3 connector. usually doesn't work. A monitor is connected to DisplayPort and it always works. The second monitor connected to the Thunderbolt 3 port rarely works. It will work 1 out of 5 times. In 4 out of 5 cases the monitor does not receive a signal. Because of this, I just connect my second external monitor directly to my MacBook. Almost useless for what I intended to use it for. I…

Pros
  • Absolutely amazing!
Cons
  • Communication with seller

old MacBook. This device worked great to switch cables between two laptops more easily. Unfortunately, after nine months, it just stopped working. It will still provide power, but that's about it. I contacted customer service and apparently it has a two year warranty. While I'm not thrilled that I have a plastic stone at the moment, their tech support seems decent and I'll keep an eye on it depending on how the replacement goes. UPDATE July 2021: They sent me a replacement. and continues to…

Pros
  • Simple software eject button for data security
Cons
  • Hide

Revainrating 4 out of 5

The Best of TB3 Docks

Before I bought Elgato's product, I carefully researched TB3 docking stations (other options were Belkin, OWC, Caldigit and Kensington). On paper, these products all appear to be similar, but I advise all dock buyers to read the reviews carefully, as some docks have issues with display compatibility and ethernet connectivity. Overall I am very happy with my choice. I'm using Elgato with my 2017 15" MacBook Pro and it's connected (via docking station) to my LG 21:9 monitor (Display Port), wired…

Pros
  • 2 Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports: Expanded versatility including 5K display support; Dual display support: up to 2x 4K resolution
Cons
  • Some small things

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Slightly expensive dock that gets the job done

I've been using it daily for over 2 years now. Overall I would buy again to use in a setup like the one below. - Mini phono dock for speakers - USB-A dock for Lightning (phones, other Apple devices) PROS: - Reasonable size for this variety of connectors - Can power and charge a 15" MBP - I have plugged in the MBP when it was at 2% and then worked all evening as the dock charged it to 100% pretty quickly (reason) - front panel is clean and looks nice on a desk - front panel has a USB-A port…

Pros
  • No compromise dock that improves connectivity, audio, video and network
Cons
  • Not bad but...

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Didn't work - Notebook Accessories

Like other browsers It just didn't work "right" if you have a docking station like hengeDock or something where you just plug in your laptop and everything is connected through it. This docking station will NOT work when connected through such a station. .The supplied cable is too short for my purposes. No other Thunderbolt 3 cables I've tried have worked with this device, not even the rather expensive new ones with the highest standard. So plan to only ever use the short cable that comes with…

Pros
  • 3 USB 3.0 ports: Powerful device support for iPad, SuperDrive and more
Cons
  • Poorly thought out