Anker’s 9-port charging station is now $34 and kills desk cable clutter | usagoldmines.com

Desks can get cluttered really fast when you have to charge half a dozen gadgets at the same time. My favorite solution? A USB charging station with ample outlets and USB ports! Anker’s 9-in-1 Desktop Charger is now just $34 at Amazon and an easy recommendation at that price.

At 3.15 x 3.15 x 4.02 inches, this charging station is about the size of a coffee mug—not exactly compact, but small enough that it won’t get in your way. You’ll find three AC outlets on the sides for powering your PC, monitors, and even your router. And then you have four USB-Cs and two USB-As in front for charging your phone, laptop, scattered peripherals, and even powering desk accessories like light therapy lamps.

The top two USB-C ports are fast enough at 100 watts to keep your laptop charged during use, while the other ports are capped at 15 watts (USB-C) and 12 watts (USB-A) for smaller devices. In short, you have enough range of power to handle most home office needs, making it a good central hub that eliminates excessive power adapter clutter.

Note that this isn’t a full-blown replacement for a power strip if you have lots of high-power devices, nor is it as protective as a proper surge protector. For high-end workstations, you’ll want the peace of mind that comes from a pricier solution. But at $34, this Anker charging station is a solid value desk declutterer for everyday users.