Last updated: October 17, 2026
By RavenSkye Editorial. Prices on these picks were checked on Amazon on October 17, 2026, and were under $100 then. Prices change, so confirm on Amazon. Specs come from manufacturer and Amazon listings; this is not a lab test.
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Short answer: Under $100 you’re buying a USB-C hub or a simple dual-HDMI dock, not a Thunderbolt dock. On Windows, a dual-HDMI hub like the Cable Matters 8-in-1 can run two screens. On a Mac, these hubs mirror the same image to both screens, because macOS doesn’t support MST. For one monitor on a Mac, pick a single-HDMI hub like the Satechi Pro Slim. For two extended screens on a base M-series Mac, see our DisplayLink guide.
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Quick picks (all under $100 when checked Oct 17, 2026)
- Two screens on Windows: Cable Matters 8-in-1 Dual HDMI (140W PD, Ethernet)
- Simplest dual HDMI: Cable Matters Dual 4K HDMI with 100W charging
- Most ports: TobenONE Dual 4K HDMI Docking Station
- One monitor on a Mac: Satechi Hub Pro Slim or Satechi 6-in-1
- Dell fleet: Dell Pro DA225
- Cheapest: Anker 5-in-1 or UGREEN Revodok Pro
1. Cable Matters 8-in-1 Dual HDMI — best dual-monitor pick on Windows
Dual HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, and 140W charging pass-through (manufacturer listing). It’s the pick for a Windows laptop that needs two screens and wired networking from one USB-C cable.
Best for: Windows laptops with two HDMI monitors. Not for: Base M1–M5 Macs. Dual-HDMI hubs like this use MST, which macOS doesn’t support, so both screens show the same image.
2. Cable Matters Dual 4K HDMI with 100W charging — simplest dual-screen hub
Two 4K HDMI outputs plus 100W charging pass-through (manufacturer listing). It has fewer ports than the 8-in-1, which helps if all you need is two screens and power.
Best for: Windows laptops that need two HDMI screens and charging. Not for: Macs wanting extended dual displays (same MST caveat).
3. TobenONE Dual 4K HDMI Docking Station — most ports in the budget tier
Dual 4K HDMI, five USB ports, 100W PD, Ethernet, SD/TF, audio, a volume knob, and programmable shortcut keys (manufacturer listing).
Best for: Desk setups that want a small dock with lots of ports. Not for: Macs wanting two extended screens (check MST support first).
4. Satechi 7-in-1 Hub Pro Slim — best for one monitor on a Mac
USB4 hub with 4K HDMI and 100W charging (manufacturer listing), in a slim Mac-matched finish.
Best for: MacBook owners with one external monitor. Not for: Two-monitor setups.
5. Satechi 6-in-1 USB-C Hub — Mac-friendly with 100W PD
4K/60Hz HDMI and 100W PD charging (manufacturer listing).
Best for: One external display plus charging through the hub. Not for: Dual-monitor desks.
6. Dell Pro DA225 4-in-1 Travel Hub — best for Dell fleets
Dell’s compact 4-in-1 travel hub with 4K HDMI and USB-A, plug and play (manufacturer listing).
Best for: Dell laptop users and IT carts. Not for: Dual screens or ExpressCharge (that needs a Dell dock on a supported Dell).
7. Anker 5-in-1 USB-C Hub — cheapest HDMI fix
A compact 5-in-1 hub with 4K HDMI (manufacturer listing).
Best for: Adding one HDMI screen and USB ports for the least money. Not for: Ethernet or dual monitors.
8. UGREEN Revodok Pro 6-in-1 — best value 10Gbps hub
6-in-1 with 10Gbps data and 4K 60Hz HDMI (manufacturer listing).
Best for: Budget kits that want faster USB data. Not for: Dual monitors.
When to spend more than $100
- MacBook Pro M5 Pro/Max with two monitors → best dock for MacBook Pro M5 dual monitors.
- Dual 4K on a Windows Thunderbolt/USB4 laptop → USB4 docks for dual 4K or the Thunderbolt/USB4 hub.
- Dell, Lenovo, or HP laptop with a Thunderbolt port → best Thunderbolt dock for Windows laptops.
- Not sure if you need a hub or a dock → USB-C hub vs docking station.
- MacBook stuck on one screen → why your MacBook won’t run two monitors.
- Laptop not charging from the hub → dock not charging fixes.
Related: Best travel USB-C hubs · Apple Silicon display limits · One dock for Mac and Windows? · Home
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