USB Hub & Power Strip Guide: Charging Stations for Every Need

From a simple 4-port USB hub to a 30-port charging station for an entire office, Meit Shop stocks power strips and hubs for every setup. Here's a real, price-grounded guide.

What to Look for

• USB hub vs power strip: A USB hub expands data/charging ports from one USB connection; a power strip/extension gives you multiple AC sockets plus USB ports, ideal for desks or travel.
• Port count: Match port count to your actual device count — a 4-port hub covers a typical desk, while charging stations with 8-30 ports suit offices, shops, or repair counters.
• Fast charging (PD/QC): Look for "PD" (Power Delivery) or "QC" (Quick Charge) and GaN tech for faster charging of phones and laptops.

Best Budget USB Hubs (Under Rs. 500)

• USB Hub 4-Port 2.0 with Button — Rs. 274
• USB Hub 3.0 4-Port 303 — Rs. 296
• Speedx SP-TC43 Type-C 3.1 to USB Hub, 4 Port — Rs. 350
• Speedx SP-U42 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub, Ultra Slim — Rs. 339

Best 7-Port USB Hubs

• Speed-X SP-UH307AL 7-Port USB 3.0 Hub — Rs. 591
• Speed-X SP-TC701 7-Port 2-in-1 USB 3.0 & Type-C Hub — Rs. 712
• Speedx SP-UHS307 7-Port Hub with Independent Switches — Rs. 712

Best Power Strips with USB/Type-C Sockets

• Speed-X 304PUC Power Strip, 3 Socket + 3 USB + 1 Type-C — Rs. 1,183
• Speed-X 303PU Power Strip, 3 Socket + 3 USB, 2m Cable — Rs. 1,204
• Mi Power Strip — Rs. 1,971
• Speed-X 504PU Power Strip, 5 Socket + 2 USB + 2 Type-C — Rs. 1,697

Best High-Capacity Charging Stations (Offices, Shops)

• 20-Port 100W USB Charging Station — Rs. 3,614
• 100W 8-Port Charging Station, QC3.0 + PD — Rs. 5,858
• 30-Port 200W USB Fast Charging Station — Rs. 5,475

Best LDNIO GaN Power Extensions

• LDNIO Z4 Universal Travel Adapter (UK/US/EU/AU) — Rs. 613
• LDNIO SC6 45W GaN Power Extension, 3 Sockets — Rs. 3,668
• LDNIO SCW3451 WiFi Smart Power Extension — Rs. 5,092

FAQs

Can I plug a laptop charger into these power strips?
Yes, standard AC sockets on these strips handle laptop chargers; for USB-C laptop charging, check the strip's PD wattage rating matches your laptop's charging needs.

What's the difference between USB 2.0 and 3.0 hubs?
USB 3.0 hubs transfer data significantly faster and are better for external drives; USB 2.0 is fine for keyboards, mice, and basic charging.

Browse the full range in our USB Hub and Power Socket collection.