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Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)

Name: Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)
Rating: 8.8 (1 reviews)

Docking Stations

The Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (ASIN B08DF82Y7C) turns a single USB-C cable into 13 ports including 85W Power Delivery, dual video outputs, Gigabit Ethernet, and card readers, available on Amazon.ca at around $129 CAD.

ClearPick Score

8.8 / 10

Very Good

Port Selection

9.5

Power Delivery

9.0

Build Quality

8.5

Compatibility

9.0

Value

8.5

Full Specs

Ports	13 ports — 2× USB-C (incl. 85W PD), 3× USB-A 3.0, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort, SD, microSD, 3.5mm, RJ45 Ethernet, DC-in
Power Delivery	85W Power Delivery to host laptop
Video	Up to 4K@60Hz single display or dual 4K@30Hz
Data	USB 3.0 up to 5 Gbps
Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet RJ45
Compatibility	Works with MacBook, Windows, Chromebook via USB-C

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🏆 Docking Stations

Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)

~$129 CAD est. on Amazon.ca

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✅ What Works

The 85W Power Delivery through a single USB-C cable replaces the laptop charger entirely — MacBook Pro, Dell XPS, and most USB-C laptops charge at full speed while connected to 13 peripherals simultaneously through one cable.
The 4K@60Hz HDMI output delivers sharp, smooth output to external monitors with no visible quality loss. Combined with the DisplayPort, users with dual-monitor setups get full-resolution output to both screens simultaneously.
Gigabit Ethernet provides a stable wired connection that eliminates the packet loss and latency variability of Wi-Fi — particularly valuable for video calls, file transfers, and remote desktop sessions where wireless drops cause real disruptions.
The built-in SD and microSD card readers handle camera card transfers without adapters, and the USB-A ports run at full USB 3.0 speeds. Having all of this on a single hub eliminates the cable-switching routine most laptop users deal with daily.

⚠️ Worth Knowing

The 85W power delivery is capped — if your laptop requires 96W or 140W (like a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full load), the dock will charge it but may not keep pace during heavy GPU tasks. For 13-inch and 15-inch laptops, 85W is sufficient.
Dual 4K monitor support requires the DisplayPort and HDMI outputs simultaneously, but both run at 4K@30Hz in dual-display mode rather than 60Hz. If you need dual 4K@60Hz, you'll need a dock with Thunderbolt 4.
The dock runs warm under heavy use — multiple simultaneous data transfers plus video output plus charging generates noticeable heat. This is normal for a hub of this density, but placing it in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space isn't ideal.
USB-C compatibility varies slightly between laptop models. Most Windows laptops and MacBooks work fully, but older USB-C laptops that don't support DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C won't get video output from the dock.

What Real Buyers Are Saying

What buyers love

"One cable, 13 ports. My desk went from a rats' nest to completely clean. The 85W PD charges my XPS 15 at the same speed as the original charger."
Source: Amazon reviewer

"Dual 4K monitors, keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and phone charging all through one USB-C cable. Exactly what I wanted."
Source: Reddit

"Card reader is fast, Ethernet is rock solid — this replaced three separate adapters and a USB hub. Very happy."
Source: Amazon reviewer

"Works perfectly with my M2 MacBook Air. All ports function, 85W is plenty, and I haven't had a single dropout in three months of daily use."
Source: Amazon reviewer

Common complaints

Runs hot under heavy use…

Runs noticeably hot when I have both monitors going, phone charging, and external drive connected. It works fine but I'm always a little nervous.

Source: Amazon reviewer

85W not enough for my MacBook Pro…

My 16-inch MBP under load needs more than 85W — the dock charges it slowly and the battery still drains during heavy Final Cut exports. Fine for lighter work.

Source: Reddit

Dual 4K only at 30Hz…

Dual monitor support is 4K@30Hz, not 60Hz. Should be clearer in the marketing. Acceptable for productivity but not ideal if you're used to 60Hz.

Source: Amazon reviewer

USB-C cable is short…

The included USB-C cable to the laptop is only about 20cm. Works fine on a desk but doesn't give you much flexibility in where you position the dock.

Source: Amazon reviewer

ClearPick Verdict

The Anker 575 is the best value 13-in-1 USB-C dock for users who want to go from multiple cables to a single USB-C connection. Eighty-five watts of power delivery handles most ultrabooks and 13-15 inch laptops at full speed, and Gigabit Ethernet plus full-speed USB 3.0 make it a genuine productivity upgrade over a laptop's built-in ports. Users with 16-inch MacBook Pros or heavy GPU workloads should budget for a Thunderbolt 4 dock, but for the majority of laptop users, the 575 is the right dock at the right price.

Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)

✅ What Works

⚠️ Worth Knowing

What Real Buyers Are Saying

What buyers love

Common complaints

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