MacBooks are Apple’s best-selling Macs for good reason: They offer excellent performance and they’re built for travel. Gone are the days of a lesser-powered laptop that complemented a more powerful desktop Mac. MacBooks are a user’s primary computer and that MacBook can double as a desktop Mac at your home or work desk.
That MacBook setup at your primary work location can be elaborate, with external storage devices and displays, charging stations for your iPhone and Apple Watch, speakers, microphones, cameras, and more. In that case, even the MacBook Pro likely doesn’t have enough ports to connect all your gear. That’s where a docking station comes in, providing additional ports and simplifying the connection process when you return to your desk.
And there are other benefits to them. If you’re not sure if you need a docking station, here are five reasons why you should get one. If you do decide that you need one, check our list of the best Thunderbolt and USB-C docking stations for your MacBook. Our guide will help you figure out whether you need a dock or a hub (yes, there’s a difference), explain the specifications to look for, and recommend products for you to consider.
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