Customer Ratings & Reviews

This dock is easy to use and provides all the connectivity you will want. The Gigabit Ethernet and USB3 ports are great, but the best part is that the design allows you to access the existing Mini Display Port as well as adding another one on the dock for dual monitor use (plus the Surface screen.)

I'm using the Surface Pro as a tablet, laptop and computer and this is a must to have. It is too bulky to be taken with you but like I said, it meets my needs to connect to 2 monitors, keyboard, mouse, speakers, and still have space for more. Very easy to remove Surface Pro and plug back in.

As a Surface Pro 3 user, the Docking Station gives me instant versatility. Though I love the size & portability, the docking station allows me to use the Surface Pro 3 as a desktop, also. I love being able to connect a larger monitor in sequence. Compact & super easy to use.

Make the surface more useful by giving you more inputs and outputs. The viewing angle is fixed, it holds the surface well but you have to dock your surface without case, type cover is okay tho. Also, good at keeping your pen. Overall, it is overpriced but it is also a good addition. If you only want more USB, maybe a simple USB expansion is more cost effective.

I bought the surface pro 3 dock to finally get down to ONE computer - no more workstation at home and a laptop for the road. Combining the surface pro dock with the Targus USB 3 dock, I can easily have my home setup with multiple big screens, local storage (for local backups) and wired LAN (for greater than WIFI speeds) in one simple package. When it's time to go on the road, I only need to "pop out" the surface pro and my data is with me in a tablet/laptop. Upon my return, I just drop it into the surface pro dock again and avoid dealing with any cables, dongles or power adapters. Works great, I love it. With this setup I get three monitors working when I'm home which is great for multi-tasking!

I have been waiting to buy this for some time now.. but it was sold out everywhere I went. In any case, this docking station converts the Surface into a full desktop adding additional USB ports and other inputs. Lightweight and easy to use.

I have used PCs throughout my entire career and what I liked about business class laptops, especially over Macs, was that native docking stations were available. This dock is easy to setup, takes hardly any space, and keeps your devices at the ready because they are always connected, With my setup, I have a 24" Dell Monitor, a illuminated wired Logitech keyboard, and a rechargeable Logitech mouse. I am hard wired to the ethernet and have a mDP and USB running to the monitor. Every time I dock my Surface, everything just connects and I am ready to go. My friend with her MacBook Pro just looks on with envy as she tells me how she has to manually connect all her cables. Ahhh... the elegance of a PC. Besides that, this is a quality build. Microsoft is truly putting out some high end hardware these days.

I have always been very critical of the claims that a tablet can replace a laptop as in most cases this required to use a remote server/PC and the tablet was more like a remote terminal than the laptop it pretended to be. I have tested a number of those wannabees and even the original surface was in that category. But the Surface 3 is a different animal and Microsoft finally got it right with this unit. We tested the i5 and i7 version and both are very capable of replacing the laptop. Make sure you do purchase the type cover keyboard however if you do replace a laptop. In the corporate environment having a hardwired connection and the same necessities as a laptop still apply and this docking station does fill that need very efficiently. It works better than the older USB connected docking stations and it charges your Surface at the same time and for those crunching days being able to use a full keyboard and a mouse help a lot.

Things device does everything it's supposed to do, and intuitively. I have had NO issues. It has ample USBs, and works perfectly, every time. I bought a second one for my other office. It doesn't need to be so expensive for what it does, but that's another discussion. Also, It would be nice if one could change the display angle as I am tall and find it most comfortable to view on a small box or book, to get it higher.

This docking station is pretty solid. Works well, took me a few minutes to figure out the slide out action on it. The ports are sufficient considering it's size and I like that it has a magnet for your stylus!

Not too much thrilling about the dock, but it functions as described. It has 2x USB 2.0, 3x USB 3.0, mini DisplayPort, Gigabit, a single 3.5mm audio port for a headset (with mic) or speaker. It also has a magnet on the left to hold the stylus. The things I do wish it had were: - adjustable angle - additional video port (HDMI or another DisplayPort) - smaller profile (which would be possible if the dock could adjust angles to fully flat (to make it more portable) - same power connector as the Surface one -- it uses a different connector, so they are not interchangeable. Other than that, it's a very capable dock.

I bought my i5 Surface Pro 3 for a couple of reasons: Primarily, I needed a new computer for school. Secondly, I wanted a computer strong enough for some low-key games like League of Legends. The Surface Pro 3 does great for both of these purposes! It also works well with the docking station and my TV to stream my shows/sports. I only knocked off a star from my review because it has had a worryingly high frequency of issue that I have had to trouble shoot. I have to tweak with my device settings to adjust the frequency for my WiFi settings every time I go somewhere new. I have also had the issue of crucial apps, like OneNote, crash temporarily, and without warning. Finally (and this isn't my whole list, just the highlights), I have recently had to troubleshoot an issue where my battery drained in less than 2 hours. Overall, it has been a good purchase, but I wish I felt more assured of the hardware holding up.

The Surface Pro 3 dock works great. The dock takes up little room and makes using the Surface with peripherals and charging a breeze. Inserting the Surface in the dock is also easy and fast.

Doesn't quite fit the Surface Pro 3 exactly right, but does a good job charging when it's in there just right. Having the extra USB ports is also a plus, although my wife doesn't use it as much as I thought she would when I bought it.

This docking station is a GREAT part of my overall MSSP3 "system." To be able to have all my peripheral devices waiting for this portable PC to instantly transform itself into an acceptably powerful desktop replacement whenever I am at home is convenience and functionality personified. I think MS should offer ALL of the various accessories in heavily discounted "bundles" that traditionally full-featured laptop or desktop systems (as we have come to know them over the last 8-10 years) possess right from the get-go, so besides the pen & keyboard/cover this should be bundled as well. I can't give it 5 stars when it is so expensive, but the convenience of such a convertible system is the attraction for me as an average everyday PC user who wants a single do-all machine.

Bought the Surface Pro 3 to replace a Dell laptop. I am a road warrior and weight, functionality and ease of use are paramount. Did a fair amount of research before pulling the trigger and there was a lot of mixed reviews as to whether it would accomplish that purpose. For me (I am not a power user) it HAS replaced my laptop. I use the system mainly for Word, Power Point, Excel, Surfing, and E-mail and this unit does those functions quite well. Things I like: One Note and Stylus - better than my Ipad stylus. I have a similar app on my Ipad, but One Note seems to have a little more functionality. Screen - Very Nice Touch Screen - I like the ability to use touch or keyboard depending on what I am doing. Build Quality - unit seems well built and sturdy (not heavy). Nice change from the laptop Charger - I like the compact nature of the charger - the two prong plug for international travel is also nice. Fast Boot - no comparison to my older laptop. Still don't know that it is as fast as my Ipad, but it is close. Desktop function - I like being able to go to a UI that is familiar Docking station - Nice - good design Speakers - Solid. Much better than my old laptop Things I think are marginal: Battery life - Solid, but not great. Temperature - Unit also seems to run hot Fan - When it kicks in, is pretty loud. Windows 8.1 - Not as intuitive as IOS and not as stable as NT. Some functions don't seem to work like they did in NT and it just so happens those are some of my favorite functions. Keyboard - Jury is still out on the keyboard. It does some funny/annoying things sometimes and the feel is not as nice as my laptop keys, but that is to be expected at some level. USB ports - I carry a small multiport USB hub with me for hooking in multiple devices. WiFi - The WiFi on this device seems to be a little marginal, but I am pretty sure that is a Win 8.1 issue, not a device issue (although obviously separating the two is not really feasible) I have officially retired the laptop and now the Surface Pro 3 travels with me exclusively. My biggest complaint revolves around 8.1, not the device itself, but then I think issues with 8.1 are well documented and you know what you are getting when you buy the device. Would I recommend it - Yes. I am not sure at what "level" of user it wouldn't serve its function. I would say for the vast majority of people who use a computer like I do, it is a good choice and will replace your laptop.

With the docking station, my SP3 has taken the place of my laptop and desktop computers. So many ports, easy to dock. Seems very well made.

The portability of the Surface Pro is awesome, but if you need to use it as your desktop this docking station is perfect. Just set your tablet in and push the two sides together until the USB connector is inserted into the Surface. Keep all your external devices-monitor, external storage drive, printer, etc plugged into the docking station, so when you're ready to take off, just take the Surface out of the docking station and leave everything else connected. Works like a charm and really makes the Surface Pro the complete package.

We purchased the docking station knowing that the Surface Pro 3 would be stationary on someone's desk most of the day. The docking station allows us to connect several external devices via USB, which would otherwise be limited to 1 connection. Now we have a keyboard, mouse, 2 external displays (1 with the mini-DP to VGA adapter and 1 with a USB-to-VGA adapter), and a network cable for business network connectivity. It's well worth the purchase for any business user that sits at a desk for more than 15 minutes a day.

An excellent product, so many USB ports, slim and works great. Would had given 5 stars except the charging light is bright and being it is next to my bed, I stare at it until I fall asleep