RSHTECH Powered USB Hub 3.0, 5-Port USB 3 Dock with 4x USB3.0 Data Port + 1x Fast Charging Port Portable USB Splitter with 12V/2A 24W Power Supply (RSH-A35)

This seems to be well made, neat and heavy enough for it to stay in place. I use two positions all the time for external HDD's. I have 2 printers and a scanner, camera and 3 large HDD's as well. I have tied it with all working and it seems to cope very well. I don't see any need to use all at the same time though. All external discs are USB 3 and transfer times are excellent.

I was first a bit hesitant to spend this amount on a 10 port USB hub, but frankly, it was worth it. This model in particular sits nicely on my Ikea desk, which is black too. The mirrored flat edge on one side is particularly interesting and makes it feel like a futuristic gadget, more than a USB hub. Each port has it's own on/off switch which is incredibly handy to switch between devices or turn off any conflicting devices in an instant. No more reaching around the back of the computer to fiddle with the USB ports! I produce music and back up my data from time to time and the limited USB ports on the machine I have are restrictive and annoying when I need to move the machine in order to get to the ports. This eliminates a lot of hassle and can simply plug and play. Using a couple of passive USB ports in the past were not great for some of my devices, not that they needed power, but when introducing them to a port on the passive hub, I lost it's functionality, so with this one, the powered ports and them all being USB 3.0 is great! To sum up: - Looks fitting for my workspace - Avoids hassle of moving and removing other USB ports - USB 3.0 - Individual On/Off switches Cons - All I would maybe say is the price, but to be honest, the hassle it has removed is worth it, so technically no cons.

A fantastic hub, just what I needed it for. The USB I/O ports on the back of my motherboard are beginning to fail and wain with age and overuse. I did not want to keep having to plug cables in and out my PC's rear ports so I bought this hub. It performs EXCEPTIONALLY well! Having owned USB 2.0 hubs and many USB 3.0 adapters in the past, I was somewhat cautious as USB 3.0 power and transfer speeds hardly ever work well if not at all without external AC power. For example, I have yet to find another USB 3.0 standalone interface device capable of upholding power and usable connection on an Xbox Series X pad. Usually the pad won't charge or will not support audio. Some supposed "USB 3.0" devices and cables even refuse to power devices like this full-stop. I am stunned to say it, but it does. And extremely well too. Even without plugging it in to the mains which baffles me. Full 3.0 USB connectivity and device powering from 4 hubs with NO external power required for £25? This hub is a no-brainer for anyone requiring power on devices that usually don't work with other hubs and adapters/accessories. The the main reason I chose a powered hub over a conventional unpowered hub is because I wanted high-speed data transfer and a stable, strong power connection as well as ease of use. However, this is the big twist and the oddball kicker... The USB power plug makes a HORRIBLE and extremely noticeable whining sound when powered on. If you have sensitive ears or are annoyed by even the faintest electronic whine or hum then it will drive you insane as it gets louder the more devices and cables you connect to it. But this is the odd thing, you only need the hub plugged into the mains if you plan to use fast-charging capability on something like a smartphone or tablet. If you just want to use this hub for data transfer, connecting devices to a 3.0 port and still draw power but don't want to use the fast-charging port and just charge up your electronics at a standard 1 Amp rate then you don't need to plug it into the wall at all! So in short, it's fantastic! The main reason why I bought this offering over others has turned out to be it's biggest hindrance and the unit itself provides a stellar user experience without having to take up a plug socket. I have put the plug back in the box and will continue to use it unpowered from now on as the fast charging feature doesn't apply to me but if you're planning to use this in a quiet space like a living room or bedroom then either use it unplugged or find a different model. I have only given this hub 4 stars as the plug issue has let down an exceptional product, but if you are after a brilliant USB hub and don't need the fast-charging power then this hub is the one to get. Highly recommended.

Other reviewers have commented on the sumptuous style & construction of the case. Some have commented on the excellent performance & ease of use. I totally agree with these comments. It works extremely well; it's unobtrusive & I can usually forget that it's there. On the 1st of August, I switched the hub on & was greeted with a crescendo of noises from the Device Manager. It was going berserk! Message after message came up on the screen telling me that several device descriptors had failed, & the hub had ceased working. I thoroughly tested the cables voltage levels (USB output & Power-pack voltages) to find they were fine. I changed the USB lead, but nothing worked. I tried to update the USB drivers, but no new ones were available. I contacted the manufacturer to make them aware of the problem. A little while later, I noticed that Windows had just installed a Feature update, so being suspicious, I carried out a system image restore from a backup. The hub once more worked fine, without any issues. It was the update that had caused the issue. The manufacturer replied very quickly & would have sent a replacement hub, but I told them of the update issue & we worked through the problem together. They are testing the compatibility of their drivers with a view to modifying them. Excellent service! They are the sort of organisation that I like to do business with, & have a genuine desire to help the customer. As an aside, I waited a few days, then downloaded the Feature Update again onto a Cloned drive. This time it worked: no compatibility issues whatsoever. It looks like the update was bugged & Microsoft have fixed it (thankfully). This is the best hub I have ever used, backed up by superb after-sales service. Well done, RSHTECH