As a result of Apple introducing the USB-C port in the 2018 iPad Pro, it gave users of these iPads and all those who have come later with this port the possibility to connect a USB-C HUB in order to enhance this way the use of this device by connecting different accessories that facilitate the use of the iPad for many tasks. Therefore, in this post we want to give you different USB-C Hub options so that you can choose the one that best meets your needs.
What exactly is a hub for?
A USB-C Hub is a device that you can connect to the iPad and what it does is, simply, give you the possibility of connecting various accessories through the different ports it contains. At the end of the day it is a concept that in the world of laptops has always been very present but that the iPad did not really arrive until Apple gave some models the USB-C port. In this way you can connect your hard drive, your camera’s memory card, a microphone, a pendrive or any device you can think of to the iPad and work with it.
Features to consider
When making a good selection of the hub that will accompany your iPad, it is very important to review a series of points that you have to take into account so that the choice is correct. First of all you have to be very clear about what your needs are, and based on them, determine what ports you need and the number of them. Second, your budget, since currently the price range in which these devices move is very large and depending on the quality of the materials and the tension that they are able to withstand, the price of it will vary. Our recommendation is that you do not skimp when buying a product like this, as it will really make a difference when it comes to getting much more out of your iPad.
Finally, the type of hub is also something to take into account, since there are two well-defined types, those that are perfectly anchored to the iPad, forming almost part of the same structure of the device, and the traditional ones that are left hanging through the cable. Both have their advantages and disadvantages and, again, depending on how you are going to use your iPad, you will have to choose between one type and another.
iPad compatible with USB-C port
Something very important that you have to take into account before launching yourself into the market for a USB-C hub is to check that the iPad you have or are going to buy has this type of connectivity, that is, if it has the USB port- C. Here is the list of iPads that have this port.
- 11-inch iPad Pro 2018
- 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2018
- 2020 11-inch iPad Pro
- 2020 12.9-inch iPad Pro
- iPad Air 4
Recommendations for connecting various accessories to the iPad
CHOETECH Hub USB C
The CHOETECH brand is a regular in the compilations of accessories for Apple products since they offer devices of a lot of quality and, in this case, its Hub could not be missing since it has a really fantastic value for money. For just over 20 euros you will have a large number of ports on your iPad, 3 USB-A, an HDMI port, two ports for different SD cards and a USB-C port, which will give you the opportunity to enjoy different accessories at the same time on your iPad.
Baseus Hub USB-C 6 in 1
Another very prestigious company in terms of Apple product accessories is Baseus, which in this case offers you a very aesthetic option to connect accessories to the iPad. The hub of this brand will remain completely attached to your iPad, in this way it will appear that it is part of it. Aesthetically, it wins a lot and can also be more comfortable than traditional options. Last and perhaps most importantly, it has a headphone jack, a USB-C port, two different SD card slots, and an HDMI port and a USB-A port.
AUKEY USB C Hub 8 in 1
Aukey always makes high quality products at a very competitive price, and this was not going to be an exception. With up to 8 ports distributed throughout the body of this hub, offering three USB-A ports, a USB-C port, two SD card slots, an HDMI port and an ethernet port, that is, to connect your iPad to the internet cable and enjoy the best possible connection. In addition, this hub comes with a small case to store it and thus avoid that the ports can get dirty while you transport it in your backpack.
UGREEN HUB USB C
The Ugreen brand option offers fewer ports, but in a very small size, so if you really do not need a large number and variety of ports, this option can be very suitable due to the size that it has. In this case you have 4 USB-A ports and a USB-C port to charge the iPad while you are using it.
QGeeM USB C Hub
If what you are looking for is a simple hub with the most necessary ports, this option is fantastic since it offers two USB-A ports, two slots to connect the different cards of your cameras or video and an HDMI port so that In case you want to connect your iPad to a monitor, you can do it without any problem. Also, the price is quite cheap.
Belkin AVC005btBK
In this case, we offer you a completely different option focused on a target audience, since this hub from the well-known Belkin brand is a multimedia adapter that you can use with your iPad. This hub offers a USB-A port, an Ethernet port, a VGA port, and an HDMI port, so you can use your iPad to share multimedia content on any monitor.
VEMONT Hub USB C
With 5 ports in one, if what you need are a large number of USB type A ports, this option will undoubtedly satisfy your needs since it has up to 3 USB-A ports, a USB-C port and a port with input of ethernet cable to be able to connect the iPad directly by cable to the internet and have, in this way, a really reliable internet connection.
VAVA HUB USB C
Undoubtedly, the VAVA brand offers in this case one of the most complete hubs that you can find due to the wide variety of ports it has, two USB 3.0 ports, a USB 2.0 port, two SD card slots, a port for Ethernet connection, an HDMI port and a USB-C port.
Anker Hub USB-C
Anker gives you the possibility with this USB-C hub to add up to 5 connections to your iPad, since it enjoys three ports with USB type A 3.0 connection, Ethernet connection port and port with HDMI connection. In addition, the body of this hub is really small and thin, making it a great option if you have little space in your backpack when it comes to transporting it.
uni Hub USB C 8 in 1
We end up with an option that, at least aesthetically, is completely different from the rest of the hub that we offer you in this compilation. As for the ports it has, it has two USB A 3.0 ports and one 2.0, Ethernet port, HDMI port, USB-C port and two slots for different SD cards. As we said, aesthetically it is completely different since it forgets about the minimalist design and opts for a construction that favors the durability of the product against possible shocks or falls that it may have.
Most common failures when connecting a hub to the iPad
Your iPad doesn’t recognize the USB-C hub
One of the possible failures that can arise when connecting the USB-C hub to the iPad is that it does not recognize it. If this happens, what we recommend you do is, first check that your iPad is updated to the latest version of iPadOS and second, restart the device. If the problem persists, check that the USB-C hub you are trying to use is working correctly, to do this connect the hub to another device that has a USB-C port and check that it works.
Connecting one device disconnects another
If your hub does not have enough voltage to support several connected devices at the same time, it is possible that when you try to connect one accessory, another will be disconnected. There is no solution for this, simply check before buying a hub that it has enough voltage to support several connected devices at the same time.
