Docking Stations with Ethernet

Compare every dock with wired networking (1 Gbps and 2.5 Gbps options)

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Most modern laptops dropped the Ethernet port years ago, but wired networking is still essential for reliable video calls, fast file transfers, and low-latency remote work. A docking station with built-in Ethernet gives you a stable wired connection through your single laptop cable. Premium docks offer 2.5 Gbps Ethernet for NAS-speed file access, while budget options include standard 1 Gbps. Compare every Ethernet-equipped dock below.

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CalDigit TS4
TB4 · 18p · 2d · 98W
Best OverallEditor's Choice
CalDigit TS5 Plus
TB5 · 21p · 4d · 140W
Best for 10GbEThunderbolt 5 Pick
CalDigit TS5
TB5 · 15p · 4d · 140W
Thunderbolt 5 Pick
UGREEN Maxidok 17-in-1
TB5 · 17p · 3d · 140W
Best TB5 Storage Dock
Sonnet Echo 20
TB4 · 15p · 2d · 100W
Dell SD25TB5
TB5 · 15p · 4d · 240W
Best high-power Dell workstation dock
Kensington SD5800T
TB4 · 15p · 4d · 98W
Best for quad 4K Windows setups
Plugable TBT-UDT3
TB5 · 13p · 3d · 140W
Thunderbolt 5140W Charging2.5GbE
UGREEN Revodok Max 213
TB4 · 12p · 2d · 90W
Best Value TB4
Plugable TBT-6950PD
TB4 · 13p · 4d · 96W
Best Thunderbolt DisplayLink HybridQuad 4K
Anker Prime TB5
TB5 · 13p · 3d · 140W
Best for Thunderbolt 5 laptops
CalDigit Element Hub
TB4 · 12p · 2d · 60W
Lenovo TB5 Smart Dock 7500
TB5 · 14p · 4d · 180W
Best Lenovo Thunderbolt 5 fleet dock180W workstation charging
Plugable TBT4-UD5
TB4 · 13p · 2d · 96W
Best Value Thunderbolt 4Dual HDMI
Anker Prime DL7400
USB-C · 14p · 3d · 140W
Best DisplayLink dock for triple monitors
HP TB4 Ultra 180W G6
TB4 · 15p · 4d · 180W
Best high-power HP Thunderbolt dockUSB-C EPR charging
Kensington SD5000T5
TB5 · 10p · 3d · 140W
Best for Thunderbolt 5 early adopters
Kensington SD5900T
TB4 · 15p · 4d · 96W
Best for quad-display MacBook desks
OWC Go Dock
TB4 · 12p · 2d · 90W
Best for Travel
Plugable TBT-UDM
TB4 · 13p · 2d · 96W
Best for M4 MacBook AirDriverless Dual 4K
Plugable USB4-HUB3A
TB4 · 7p · 2d · 60W
Thunderbolt 4 HubUSB-A Included
Satechi TB4 Multi-Display
TB4 · 10p · 4d · 96W
Baseus Nomos NU1 Air Win
USB-C · 11p · 2d · 90W
Belkin INC020
USB-C · 11p · 3d · 96W
Dell SD25TB4
TB4 · 13p · 4d · 96W
Best for Dell laptops
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why would I need Ethernet on a docking station?
Wired Ethernet is faster and more reliable than WiFi, and it is essential for video calls, large file transfers, remote desktop sessions, and network-attached storage. Most modern laptops lack an Ethernet port, making a dock the easiest way to add wired networking.
What's the difference between 1 Gbps and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet on a dock?
Standard 1 Gbps Ethernet is sufficient for most uses. 2.5 Gbps (found on premium docks like the CalDigit TS4) delivers 2.5x faster wired speeds, which is beneficial for NAS access, large file transfers, and offices with 2.5G switches. Most home routers still max out at 1 Gbps.
Do all docking stations have Ethernet?
No. Compact and budget docks sometimes skip Ethernet to save space and cost. Use the table above to see which docks include Ethernet and at what speed. If wired networking is important to you, filter for it here.

Need more features? Check Thunderbolt 4 docks (all include Ethernet), or browse all docking stations.