Wavlink WL-UTD58 review: this sleek Thunderbolt 5 dock upgraded my studio setup, but there’s one thing missing

It's great to see a desktop dock of this type really focusing on design aesthetics as well as functionality. In the creative workflow, the port positioning makes sense, and with a good mix of Thunderbolt 5 and USB-A, there are plenty of options; however, there’s no HDMI or DP, and unfortunately, no complementary software.

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  Great design aesthetics

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  Ultra-fast Thunderbolt 5

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  High-quality design and build

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  Backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB4

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  Best results with a TB5 machine

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  Limited to two monitors on a Mac

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  No HDMI, DisplayPort, or dock software

Wavlink WL-UTD58: 30-second review

This is one of the best-looking desktop docking stations that I've seen. The high-quality aluminium build reinforces the premium price point. While the price is at the top end of desktop docks, for that money, you’re getting the latest technology alongside a build quality designed for years of use.

Getting set up ...