We compared two USB-C docking stations from the same maker: the Lemorele Docking Station Dual Monitor (6-in-1) and the Lemorele Laptop Docking Station (9-in-1).
What we looked at
Port count and types, and price.
The verdict
If you want dual HDMI outputs for genuine dual-monitor use (in mirror mode on MacBook), the 6-in-1 is the pick at £21.24, though it costs £6.80 more. If you would rather pay less for more total ports including SD/TF card slots, the 9-in-1 is the alternative, at £14.44 — though it has only a single HDMI output.
A £21.24 dock with 2 HDMI ports for dual-monitor setups.
A £14.44 9-in-1 hub with SD/TF card slots and a single HDMI port.
Lemorele Docking Station Dual Monitor, 6 in 1 — Dual HDMI
Intended for: Marketed as a 6-in-1 USB-C docking station with 2 HDMI ports (4K at 30Hz), 1 USB-A 3.0 port, 2 USB-A 2.0 ports, and a 100W PD charging port, plug-and-play for Dell, HP, MacBook and Surface laptops. The listing notes MacBook connections support mirror mode only across the two HDMI ports, not extended desktop mode.
What we liked
- 2 HDMI ports for connecting two external displays
- 100W PD charging port, per the listing
- USB 3.0 port for 5Gbps data transfer
- Broad compatibility with Dell, HP, MacBook and Surface laptops
Worth knowing
- Costs £6.80 more than the 9-in-1 on these listings
- No SD/TF card slots, unlike the 9-in-1
- MacBook use is mirror mode only across both HDMI ports, per the listing
Best for
- Buyers who want two HDMI outputs
- Anyone who wants the simplest dual-display setup
- Desktop use with two external monitors
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants SD/TF card reading built in
- Budget-conscious buyers
Lemorele Laptop Docking Station, 9 in 1 — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 9-in-1 USB-C hub with a single 4K HDMI port, 3 USB 3.0 ports, 1 USB-C 3.0 and 1 USB-C 2.0 port, dual SD/TF card slots, 100W PD fast charging, plug-and-play operation with no drivers needed, and compact dimensions of 11.8 x 4.2 x 1.1cm.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the 6-in-1 on these listings, at £14.44
- SD/TF card slots included, not on the 6-in-1
- More total ports across USB-A and USB-C
- Compact, pocket-sized dimensions
Worth knowing
- Only a single HDMI port, against the 6-in-1's two
- Not suited to genuine dual-external-monitor setups
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants SD/TF card reading built in
- Single-monitor setups needing more USB ports
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants two HDMI outputs for dual monitors
- Buyers who prioritise display connectivity over card slots
