minisopuruiExpandMate MINI218B PRO Mac mini M4 Dock & Stand with M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure, 10Gbps USB C/A, TF& SD, 2X USB A 2.0, Audio Jack, 8 in 1 Mac mini Hub for M4/M4 Pro 2024

TLDR/ I Recommend: It’s a Functional and Versatile Accessory for the 2024 Apple Mac MiniA few months ago, after doing a lot of research I settled on a 2024 Mac Mini. Plenty of Amazon and YouTube reviews steered me towards a side-mounted docking station instead of a horizontally oriented pedestal style bases.I chose the Minisopuru iExpandMate MINI218B PRO for the following reasons:- Improved WiFi and Bluetooth antenna position.- Internal SSD- Better ventilation- Additional ports- PriceWiFI/Bluetooth:Several Mac Mini users observed improved WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity just by placing the unit on its side and fully exposing the bottom plate where antennas are located. This makes perfect sense from an RF (radio frequency) perspective, and a few reviewers reported some horizontally mounted docks severely interfere or even block reception.SSD:While there are other more expensive options out there that support faster a SSD, but I prefer to use high speed Acasis external enclosures which I can move between devices. In this dock, I’m using a WD_Black SN770 1 TB NVMe for a Time Machine backup, and the 10Gbps speed is perfectly fine for that.Ventilation:With the Mac Mini oriented on its side it’s easier for natural ventilation to occur, allowing hot air to rise through the top vents and cool air to be drawn in from the bottom vents.From a practical standpoint, however, Apple silicon devices run much cooler than Intel and AMD based devices, so excess heat hasn’t been a big problem for most of my work. Even if the fan kicks on, there’s nothing to restrict air flow (e.g., desk surface or docking base).Additional Ports:I hadn’t really considered the additional ports for my particular use case, After all the Mac Mini has more than enough, or so I thought. I realized the 10 Gbps USB-A port worked perfectly for an external 2-bay 3.5” SATA Sabrent hard disk enclosure that hosts 3 TB of spindle storage, perfect for long-term storage. I still have a handful of older USB-A devices which will also benefit from the additional ports, such dongles, webcams, etc.Price:With a ~$80 price tag after promotional and coupon discounts, this makes the Minisopuru iExpandMate MINI218B PRO a practical, functional, and versatile accessory for the new 2024 Apple Mac Mini.Overall, this is a good and affordable accessory to compliment the new 2024 Mac Mini form factor.

much improved usability for my M4 Mini, accessible power switch, improved air flow, etc. Easy to mount SSD in the base, very convenient.

A bit cumbersome at first with locating various wires under monitor channel due to standing position. Opens up desk and so far ok with functioning and ease of installation of memory card.

This stand is a fantastic addition to my setup, providing both functionality and organization. It lifts my Mac Mini M4 off the desk, reducing dust buildup while creating extra space. The built-in ports are incredibly convenient, making it easy to connect my keyboard, external SSD, and iPhone. Everything functions smoothly, and speeds have been reliable.One standout feature is the integrated SSD slot, which adds storage without extra clutter. The build quality is top-notch

Adds extra ports and ssd location for expanded memory. Also, should run cooler, get better wifi reception and easy access to the on/off switch. Fit and finish is good.

Exelente producto.

no problems connecting to my 2024 Mac mini M4. added a 4 TB SSD in the bottom, also no problems.

I bought this because... well money burned a hole in my pocket. The extra USB ports are useful and I'm using the NVME drive space too so that's saving at least one TB4 on my Mini. With the M4 standing on its side this is not a space efficient design but in my case that's not important. It does make getting to the M4's power button a little bit easier. Also the cooling vents are now more exposed so maybe that might be a good thing.