Plugable USB-C Portable Monitor USBC-PDMON review

The Plugable USBC-PDMON is the pick for people who would otherwise carry a separate dongle. Plugable lists a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS anti-glare panel at 300 nits, 100W USB-C power delivery pass-through that charges the host at up to 85W, and two 10Gbps USB-C ports for drives, webcams or other peripherals. With a 100W charger plugged into the monitor, one cable to the laptop carries video, power and data. The monitor is 0.4 inch thick and weighs 1.85 lb, the heaviest on this list, and ships with a folding cover that doubles as a stand and a 1 meter USB-C cable. Plugable says it is bus-powered from most laptops, while phones and tablets need external power, and it is TAA compliant for government buyers. At $239.95, you pay mostly for the hub and charging features rather than the panel. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Travelers who want the monitor to act as a USB-C hub

Price

$239.95 on Plugable's store when checked.

$239.95 USD
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 IPS anti-glare panel at 300 nits
• 100W USB-C PD pass-through with up to 85W to the laptop
• Two 10Gbps USB-C ports for drives, webcams and hubs
• Folding travel cover that works as a stand
• 0.4 inch thick and 1.85 lb, TAA compliant

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Highest pass-through here at 100W, up to 85W to the host
• Strength: Built-in 10Gbps ports replace a separate hub
• Strength: Ships with a 1 meter USB-C to USB-C cable and cover
• Weakness: Heaviest pick at 1.85 lb
• Weakness: 300 nits and 1080p at $239.95
• Weakness: Phones and tablets need external USB-C power for the screen to run

Key facts

• Price: $239.95 when checked
• Screen: 15.6-inch IPS, 1920 x 1080, 300 nits
• Pass-through: 100W PD, up to 85W to host
• Hub ports: 2 x USB-C 10Gbps
• Weight: 1.85 lb

Where it ranks

Plugable USB-C Portable Monitor USBC-PDMON is No. 8 in our Best Portable Monitors verdict.