CalDigit · Updated June 2026
CalDigit TS3 Plus: price, specs & release date
CalDigit TS3 Plus, released 2018. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: caldigit.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The CalDigit TS3 Plus is listed at $249.99 on caldigit.com as of 2026-06-27, #2 cheapest of 10 docking stations (median $300); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 4/100 pay-blind standing, #10 of 10 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Compact vertical aluminum chassis saves desk space; small and easily transportable; 85-87W power delivery charges most laptops, suiting mobile workstations.
- Skip if Only a single DisplayPort and no HDMI output, forcing adapters for a second display is a dealbreaker.
Is the CalDigit TS3 Plus a good buy?
At $250, the CalDigit TS3 Plus is #2 cheapest of the 10 docking stations we track, where the median is $300. On the spec sheet, its power delivery of 87 W is the lowest of the 10, its max external displays of 2 is the lowest of the 10, and its total ports of 15 is above the median of the 10. By release date, it is the oldest of the 10 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 2 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the CalDigit TS3 Plus
Two whitelisted hands-on reviews (PCWorld 2022, TechRadar 2019) both recommend the CalDigit TS3 Plus for its compact vertical aluminum/metal design, generous 15-port layout and 85-87W laptop charging, while flagging its single DisplayPort with no HDMI output. Neither ran lab benchmarks (no measured values survived).
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2019-01-14–2022-07-31
Consistently praised
- Compact vertical aluminum chassis saves desk space; small and easily transportable · 2 sources
- 85-87W power delivery charges most laptops, suiting mobile workstations · 2 sources
- Generous 15-port array including UHS-II SD reader and S/PDIF optical · 2 sources
- Runs cool - only lukewarm / barely warmed under load · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Only a single DisplayPort and no HDMI output, forcing adapters for a second display · 2 sources
- High price relative to rivals
- No power on/off button
- Rear USB ports are a tight fit when stacked
Where reviewers disagree PCWorld (2022) frames it as better for Mac than PC and says PC users now have better alternatives, whereas TechRadar (2019) calls it one of the best docks on the market with few rivals - reflecting how competing docks caught up over the three years between the two reviews.
The sources (2)
CalDigit's TS3 Plus barely warmed under load.
It's this additional Thunderbolt port that's a bit of a problem for PCs.
For Mac users, this CalDigit dock may be a solid choice. For PC users, we believe there are now better alternatives.
We didn't encounter any major issues with the Caldigit TS3 Plus in use.
there are no HDMI ports and some might be put off by the high price
The stacked USB ports at the back may be a bit of a tight fit
Specifications
| Price (US) | $249.99 Original MSRP; street price may vary, product approaching end of life |
|---|---|
| Brand | CalDigit |
| Released | 2018 |
| Host connection | Thunderbolt 3 |
| Total ports | 15 |
| Power delivery (W) | 87 |
| Max external displays | 2 |
| Ethernet | GbE |
| Sd card reader | Yes |
Source: caldigit.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by macrumors.com. Manufacturer spec page and Amazon listing confirm 15 ports, 87W PD, Gigabit Ethernet, UHS-II SD 4.0 (312 MB/s), TB3 host, dual 4K (or single 5K) display support. MSRP $249.99 corroborated by MacRumors review and Amazon; product shipped February 2018 per CalDigit press archive.
Is the CalDigit TS3 Plus worth it vs cheaper docking stations?
CalDigit TS3 Plus against its closest cheaper and pricier docking stations on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Host connection | Total ports | Power delivery (W) | Max external displays | Ethernet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CalDigit TS3 Plus this | $249.99 | Thunderbolt 3 | 15 | 87 | 2 | GbE |
| OWC Thunderbolt 4 Dock | $249 | Thunderbolt 4 | 11 | 96 | 2 | GbE |
| Kensington SD5700T | $269.99 | Thunderbolt 4 | 11 | 90 | 2 | GbE |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the CalDigit TS3 Plus?
Two whitelisted hands-on reviews (PCWorld 2022, TechRadar 2019) both recommend the CalDigit TS3 Plus for its compact vertical aluminum/metal design, generous 15-port layout and 85-87W laptop charging, while flagging its single DisplayPort with no HDMI output. Neither ran lab benchmarks (no measured values survived). Praised: Compact vertical aluminum chassis saves desk space; small and easily transportable; 85-87W power delivery charges most laptops, suiting mobile workstations; Generous 15-port array including UHS-II SD reader and S/PDIF optical; Runs cool - only lukewarm / barely warmed under load. Flagged: Only a single DisplayPort and no HDMI output, forcing adapters for a second display; High price relative to rivals; No power on/off button; Rear USB ports are a tight fit when stacked. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the CalDigit TS3 Plus cost?
The CalDigit TS3 Plus has a US price of $249.99 (Original MSRP; street price may vary, product approaching end of life), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the CalDigit TS3 Plus compare on price?
At $250, the CalDigit TS3 Plus is #2 cheapest of the 10 docking stations we track, where the median is $300.
When was the CalDigit TS3 Plus released?
The CalDigit TS3 Plus was released 2018.
What are the CalDigit TS3 Plus's key specs?
CalDigit TS3 Plus (CalDigit): host connection Thunderbolt 3, total ports 15, power delivery w 87, max external displays 2, ethernet GbE. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $249.99 at caldigit.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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