This hub was top of my list before reading a lot of reviews on this site for various other USB hubs. I bought this hub for two key reasons - it's mains powered (see my comment below*) and has the added bonus of a fast charge port - two things other hubs didn't provide (as well as the number of USB ports in the hub itself).
I'm glad I chose this hub.
The cable connecting hub to USB 3.0 port is long enough to ensure a consistent, secure connection (some cables of same type/thickness/rigidity are ridiculously short, ergo necessitating workarounds like cable ties/gaffa tape/double sided tape etc to keep things in place in case the cable moves...view more This hub was top of my list before reading a lot of reviews on this site for various other USB hubs. I bought this hub for two key reasons - it's mains powered (see my comment below*) and has the added bonus of a fast charge port - two things other hubs didn't provide (as well as the number of USB ports in the hub itself).
I'm glad I chose this hub.
The cable connecting hub to USB 3.0 port is long enough to ensure a consistent, secure connection (some cables of same type/thickness/rigidity are ridiculously short, ergo necessitating workarounds like cable ties/gaffa tape/double sided tape etc to keep things in place in case the cable moves slightly and causes a brief loss of full connectivity - something that can be really annoying, e.g. when working on files stored on external hard drives).
(While not a significant decider for me, it may be for some?) It's low profile - sleek.
It's also well designed and sturdy.
Hub design allows easy access to ports without disturbing other connections.
However, (as with ANY low profile USB hub) care does need to be taken removing connectors when there are others either side of it. That said? The USB ports on this hub are not flimsy, and the connections are secure. Therefore, it'd take quite a bit of mishap/effort to dislodge another connection.
It *is fully plug and play - no reboot required or anything. I connected multiple devices at once - mouse, keyboard, external hard drive, two phones for access to files on them, a USB drive dedicated to ReadyBoost, and one of my security cameras. Being the most 'resource hungry' device I connected, my 4TB drive took the longest to be recognised, though still not a significant delay - i.e. a few more minutes than less resource intensive devices, as one could resonably expect. Mentioned only as something to be mindful of after connecting devices to the hub and experiencing the 'is it/will it work?' wait as things are prioritised by operating system/system settings. While I've had zero problems with anything I've connected? Suggest if device isn't recognised? Try disconnecting/reconnecting, use OS driver update options...and/or the thing everyone seems to loathe doing because it means closing a bazillion browser tabs one's had open for years/multiple apps with multiple unsaved files (or similar) - reboot ;-)
*I highly recommend choosing a hub that has a mains powered option (cable included is icing), because relying on USB power alone isn't the best for responsiveness/performance/battery life/longevity.
Highly recommend this hub - also a very well priced option vs others. Would buy again.
Performance, functionality, value for money - checks all the right boxes as far as I'm concerned.
No cons to note - the following isn't something that's an issue for me personally.
Maybe (maybe) the power cable plug might be too big for some people? Because it IS slightly wider than one socket on a 'normal' spaced power board. However, a power board with wider spaced sockets is an easy fix. Given some/many power cable plugs ARE wider? A power board with additional space between sockets should really be standard kit for anyone setting up a device haven/home office/IT cave/gaming den/whatever. As noted - it's NOT something I consider a deal breaker, especially considering the hub is mains powered, thus the pros are numerous - performance being a major one.

USB HUB works very well. USB HUB works very well.

I have been using this hub for about two months to connect various drives and other devices to my (old) MacBook Air. It works perfectly, with no set-up issues at all.
The fact that it is a powered hub is an added bonus (not realised by me until I received it), because that reduces the load on my laptop battery. A powered hub at this price is great value.
The shape of this hub, with all ports facing one way (except for the end one) is also great because it allows for a much tidier cable arrangement on my desk.
I've replaced two older and much less satisfactory hubs with this one.
Delivery was very fast and no-hassle service was appreciated...view more I have been using this hub for about two months to connect various drives and other devices to my (old) MacBook Air. It works perfectly, with no set-up issues at all.
The fact that it is a powered hub is an added bonus (not realised by me until I received it), because that reduces the load on my laptop battery. A powered hub at this price is great value.
The shape of this hub, with all ports facing one way (except for the end one) is also great because it allows for a much tidier cable arrangement on my desk.
I've replaced two older and much less satisfactory hubs with this one.
Delivery was very fast and no-hassle service was appreciated.

This powered USB hub works well when plugged into a USB 3.0 port on my PC. The mains plug is a bit wide. Good value, but should be cheaper. This powered USB hub works well when plugged into a USB 3.0 port on my PC. The mains plug is a bit wide. Good value, but should be cheaper.

good price job well done good price job well done

I have this connected to a 2M USB3.0 Extension Cable that goes to my desk no issues at all with this hub. runs multiple external USB HDDs with no issues. been using this hub for mouths I have this connected to a 2M USB3.0 Extension Cable that goes to my desk no issues at all with this hub. runs multiple external USB HDDs with no issues. been using this hub for mouths

Great to connect usb midi controllers and mixers to my Mac. Not expansive if compared with quality. It was suggested to me by a PB tech customer responsabile by email. A give a 10/10 to this service too. Sometime if you are not sure on a specific purchase you can ask them and they promptly reply. Great to connect usb midi controllers and mixers to my Mac. Not expansive if compared with quality. It was suggested to me by a PB tech customer responsabile by email. A give a 10/10 to this service too. Sometime if you are not sure on a specific purchase you can ask them and they promptly reply.

It's not as chunky as the Orico 7-port USB 3.0 hub that I use but it's just as good. It's not as chunky as the Orico 7-port USB 3.0 hub that I use but it's just as good.

By: DigitalCore 26/07/21

Excellent price, good build quality & looks exceptional. Excellent price, good build quality & looks exceptional.

Does exactly "what it says on the tin". Very compact and has a decent length of power cord. Would recommend this for anyone looking for a space saving USB port hub. Price was good as well. Does exactly "what it says on the tin". Very compact and has a decent length of power cord. Would recommend this for anyone looking for a space saving USB port hub. Price was good as well.

Bought this one because of the big 4amp power supply. Been running multiple external Hard drives on a Linux system and haven't had a single problem. Transfer speed is good. Don't use the fast charging port so no comment on that. Happy with my purchase. Bought this one because of the big 4amp power supply. Been running multiple external Hard drives on a Linux system and haven't had a single problem. Transfer speed is good. Don't use the fast charging port so no comment on that. Happy with my purchase.

The J5create USB 3.0 -7 Port High Performance Mini HUB is excellent value for money in enabling further USB connectivity for those with lots of fixed peripherals.
Multi port (x7), simple to mount on the side of a monitor stand with valcroe tape, thus allowing the outgoing connections to face downward, this to reduce messy 'in-place' cabling issues. With one output facing outward at the end of the HUB allows for easy access for incidental flash drives etc. No downside issues ! The J5create USB 3.0 -7 Port High Performance Mini HUB is excellent value for money in enabling further USB connectivity for those with lots of fixed peripherals.
Multi port (x7), simple to mount on the side of a monitor stand with valcroe tape, thus allowing the outgoing connections to face downward, this to reduce messy 'in-place' cabling issues. With one output facing outward at the end of the HUB allows for easy access for incidental flash drives etc. No downside issues !