Review: Embrace USB-C with the USB-C Multiport Adapter from Moshi

By Todd Bernhard Updated 11/17/2021

I finally broke down and bought a new MacBook Pro with USB-C ports, which meant it was time to get an adapter so I could plug in my legacy equipment. Some vendors offer USB-C to USB-2 or USB-3 adapters, or USB-C to HDMI adapters, but I prefer the USB-C Multiport Adapter ($79.95) from Moshi. This way, I can plug in one USB-C cable and instantly connect to my HDMI monitor (up to 4K) and my seven-port USB hub (for keyboard, mouse, hard drive, and more) while also connecting to USB-C for power.

Related: Review: Finally, a Charging Station with Both USB-C and Traditional USB Ports

Sure, the new MacBooks have multiple USB-C ports, but it's really convenient to plug in a single cable and be "docked" or unplug one cable and be ready to go. I liked the Moshi USB-C Multiport's use of quality materials including aluminum and choice of colors to match modern MacBooks. The adapter includes a foldaway cable which is a nice touch, especially for traveling. 

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Pros

  • Quality materials
  • Choice of colors
  • HDMI, USB-3.1, USB-C support
  • Foldaway cable
  • 4K Video support

Cons

  • More ports would be nice

Final Verdict

If you are moving to USB-C, one adapter can do it all if it's the USB-C Multiport Adapter from Moshi. 

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Todd Bernhard

Todd Bernhard is a bestselling (6+ million downloads) award-winning (AARP, About.com, BestAppEver.com, Digital Hollywood, and Verizon) developer and founder of NoTie.NET, an app developer specializing in Talking Ringtone apps including AutoRingtone. And his profile photo is of the last known sighting of Mr. Bernhard wearing a tie, circa 2007!

An iPhone is almost always attached to his hip or in his pocket, but over the years, Mr. Bernhard has owned an Apple Newton, a Motorola Marco, an HP 95LX, a Compaq iPaq, a Palm Treo, and a Nokia e62. In addition to writing for iPhone Life, Mr. Bernhard has written for its sister publications, PocketPC Magazine and The HP Palmtop Paper.