HooToo USB C Hub
Should you only have a single USB Type-C port but have a number of devices to hook up, this is the hub for you. It sports not only three USB 3 Type-A ports, but also a charging port (Type-C), HDMI and Ethernet — everything your trusty notebook requires. Up to six devices can be connected together in total, making for quite the experience. Best of all, it only costs $59.99 (opens in new tab). While that is much higher than other offerings here, you're also unlocking vast amounts of connectivity.Bottom line: This hub has everything you need, including Ethernet and HDMI.One more thing: There's also the ability to charge a device using the hub, which is ideal for a laptop with a single USB connector.
Why the HooToo Hub is the best overall USB Type-C adapter
Sure, you could pick up a small adapter and connect just one device to your PC, but what if you only had a single USB Type-C port and a bunch of hardware to use? This is where a hub comes into play, and the HooToo is a great option at $49.99. Using just one USB Type-C port, it's possible to connect up to six devices. There are three USB Type-A ports, Ethernet, Type-C charging port and HDMI.
Not only can you transfer data but also video and online packets. It's also quite stylish, which is important considering the rather high price tag. If you do not need all the ports, go with a $10 adapter, but if you need to conserve space, have none to begin with, or wish to utilize more than one port at a time, you can do much worse than this USB Type-C hub.
Rankie USB-A to USB-C Adapter
This Rankie USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter ($7.99 (opens in new tab)) is the opposite of the best overall option whereby instead of hooking up a USB Type-C cable to an older machine, the goal is to attach an older USB Type-A cable to a newer machine — one that doesn't have older USB ports. Ultrabooks can be found only sporting USB Type-C, which makes it a pain to hook up a mouse or keyboard that does not share the same connectors. This adapter remedies that problem.Bottom line: It's ideal for those wanting to hook up older devices to a newer PC.One more thing: You get two in a single pack.
Syntech USB-C to USB-A Adapter
The Syntech USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter ($8.99 (opens in new tab)) allows you to turn an older computer into a more modern platform. With this little adapter plugged into an available USB port, it's possible to hook up devices that make use of the newer USB connector. Also, should you have accessories that were made for older devices, you should be able to make use of them with a connector like this, saving some money in the process.Bottom line: It's affordable and gets the job done if you need to hook up a USB Type-C cable to an older device.One more thing: You get two in a single pack.
Bastch USB-C to HDMI
This Bastch adapter ($12.99 (opens in new tab)) is an interesting option. Instead of converting between the different USB interfaces, it takes a USB Type-C port and turns it into HDMI, allowing for video output to be transferred to a monitor or TV. It's great for those devices that do not have native HDMI ports.Bottom line: Need to output video from a USB Type-C device? Look no further than this handy little accessory.One more thing: You can even hook up a smartphone with this adapter.
Conclusion
The adapter you require depends on what you need to do. Whether it's to change a USB Type-C port into a Type-A (or the other way around), hook up various older devices to a new Ultrabook, or connect a smartphone to a PC, there are various options available. We rounded up a few that will cater to different requirements, but the best option to get the job done with loads of features is the HooToo hub.
HooToo USB C Hub
Should you only have a single USB Type-C port but have a number of devices to hook up, this is the hub for you. It sports not only three USB 3 Type-A ports, but also a charging port (Type-C), HDMI and Ethernet — everything your trusty notebook requires. Up to six devices can be connected together in total, making for quite the experience. Best of all, it only costs $59.99 (opens in new tab). While that is much higher than other offerings here, you're also unlocking vast amounts of connectivity.Bottom line: This hub has everything you need, including Ethernet and HDMI.One more thing: There's also the ability to charge a device using the hub, which is ideal for a laptop with a single USB connector.
Updated on May 07, 2018: This guide has been refreshed to offer only the best USB Type-C adapters.
Rich Edmonds is Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him over on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
