CalDigit · Thunderbolt Dock
CalDigit TS3 Plus
~C$249
The CalDigit TS3 Plus is a Thunderbolt 3 dock with 15 ports that turns your laptop into a full desktop workstation with a single cable. It delivers 87W of charging power to your MacBook while providing USB-A, USB-C, DisplayPort, SD card reader, Gigabit ethernet, and audio ports. Supports dual 4K displays. The aluminium build matches the MacBook aesthetic. At $249 CAD — roughly half the price of the TS4 — it covers most use cases for Canadian professionals who need a reliable dock.
Read on Celmin Magazine →Pros
- + 15 ports
- + 87W laptop charging
- + Extremely reliable
- + Compact design
- + Works with Mac and PC
Cons
- - Thunderbolt 3 (not 4)
- - Single display at 4K 60Hz
- - No 2.5GbE
- - Getting older
Key Specs
- Dimensions
- 5.75 x 3.93 x 1.57 inches
- Weight
- 1.28 lbs
- Ports
- 15 total
- USB-A
- 5x USB 3.1
- Display
- 1x 4K@60Hz or 2x 4K@30Hz
- Charging
- 87W
- Card Reader
- SD + microSD
- Thunderbolt
- 2x TB3 (40Gbps)
Our Verdict
The most reliable Thunderbolt dock on the market. Less flashy than the TS4 but proven and affordable.
Best For
Mac and PC users who need a reliable multi-port dock
How It Compares
| Spec | CalDigit TS3 Plus | CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~C$249 | ~C$545 |
| Ports | 15 total | 18 total |
| USB-A | 5x USB 3.1 | — |
| Display | 1x 4K@60Hz or 2x 4K@30Hz | — |
| Charging | 87W | 98W USB-C PD |
| Card Reader | SD + microSD | — |
| Thunderbolt | 2x TB3 (40Gbps) | — |
| Displays | — | Up to 3 |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5GbE |
| Interface | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work with M-series MacBooks?
Yes, it works with all Thunderbolt 3 and 4 MacBooks including M1/M2/M3 models.
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