Features: Very compact, turns one USB3 port 4. I have found no difference between rates direct connections on my Toshiba Protege R930-1GF and through this hub with my two hard drive (WD Elements and HGST Touro MX3 ) in all directions (SSD USB3, USB3 USB3
Operation: LED indicates the status of operation. The 4 ports are spaced enough to allow connection / disconnection off
Aesthetics: Brushed Aluminium case. Know how to be discreet