Best Networking Hubs

Best for Large Households

Expand your network with 10/100/1,000 Mbps RJ45 ports offering power, performance, and maximum speed for up to 8 devices at a time.

Sturdy metal case keeps its temperature without overheating. Ready to use out of the box. Quiet operation without annoying fans and whirs. Several buyers note the sturdy design for an affordable price. Powerful but energy-saving performance.

5-Port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch

No individual port lights to know what is happening at a glance.

Best Bang for the Buck

TP-LINK

Bargain Pick

Five 10/100 Mbps ports with power and reliability that's available as soon as buyers plug it in.

Ready out of the box thanks to the plug-and-play construction. Bargain option that stands up admirably to other companies' more expensive options. The power-conscious design keeps your power bill in mind. Reliable flow for consistent performance.

TL-SG105 5-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Ethernet Network Switch

Device may struggle for gaming or high bandwidth products. Others note only 4 ports are usable once 1 connects to internet.

TP-LINK

Trusted Brand

Five ports with up to 1,000 Mbps speed from an industry leader in energy-saving performance and quality.

Fanless design keeps cool and quiet no matter the level of power and volume. Traffic prioritization lets bandwidth go where it is needed. Easy plug-and-play setup makes it ready out of the box. Several setup options. Buyers applaud shielded ports that cut back interference.

8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS208)

Buyers report receiving older version with harder setup/interface.

NETGEAR

Customer Favorite

Simple plug-and-play hub with Gigabit Ethernet and plug-and-play setup for maximum performance and convenience.

Signature Netgear power and performance with a fanless, energy-saving build. Auto-MDI reduces wire clutter and frustration alike. Automatically connects and negotiates connections for quick results upon plugging in. LED lights in the front to see where network goes/misses.

5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Plus Switch (GS305E)

Advertised wall-mounting requires extra equipment. Several claims of short working life/underperforming.

NETGEAR

Expert-Recommended

Five-port network hub with increased performance for gaming, streaming, and standard network readiness.

Favorite brand among IT experts that's ready out of the box and provides peak performance with energy-efficient construction. LED lights let users know exactly what is happening and where. Simple, sturdy design lets power and performance do the talking.