I do everything in my power to keep my office clean and spartan. At the same time, I have several devices that need power. To this end, I use various towers and conveniently placed power strips.
An alternative to this approach is the Hexcal Studio, which measures approximately 119cm long, 23cm deep and 17cm high and sits on your desk, where it can be used as a massive power strip, power station USB-B and cable routing solution all in one. The Hexcal Studio also includes a lighting system whose mode, intensity and color settings you can adjust and even save.
The three main takeaways from the Hexcal Studio workstation
- The Hexcal Studio is available for purchase on the Hexcal website and on Amazon.
- It is sturdy, has plenty of electrical outlets, an ingenious system for storing devices and cables, and includes a nice ambient lighting system.
- It is expensive, priced at €839.
Before I go too far into this review, I should say that I have not used the product on my desk. Indeed, my desk is L-shaped with large monitors on top, a smaller monitor, a turntable and other accessories: all this prevented the Hexcal Studio from finding its place.
That’s okay because I discovered other possible uses for this device: under my television, it supported my soundbar and was able to power the various entertainment devices.
A robust office solution built from a solid material
But people whose office can accommodate the Hexcal Studio might find this product invaluable. So what is it then?
The Hexcal Studio is a sturdy desktop solution built from solid material. The device includes adjustable feet to accommodate the height you need.
It’s hard to imagine who might need this solution knowing that its price is €839… It has two cases: you really need to tidy up your cables or you still lack power outlets and USB ports for power or charging.
- 1 x Type-C fast charging port: 9V/3A (PD protocol)
- 1 x USB Fast Charging Port: 9V/3A (QC protocol)
- 2 x USB gateway port (for the connection between a product placed within the station and an external cable): ensures USB 2.0 data transmission and BC 1.2 charging
The Studio also includes a unique wireless charger, located on the left side of the device and offering 10W of power (maximum 20W) under the Qi protocol.
Features of the Hexcal Studio workstation
- Dimensions: a 120 cm x 22 cm top with a height of 14.9 cm in single leg mode, or a height of 18 cm in double leg mode.
- Internal chamber size: 101cm x 15cm x 4cm.
- Weight: 15 kg.
- Surface load limit: 45 kg
- Lighting: CRI – 95% and intensity control with 16 levels.
- Power supply characteristics: 100-250V, 50/60Hz.
There are also bridging ports that allow you to store devices inside the Hexcal Studio: these devices plug into these internal USB ports and are accessible from the external USB ports. This feature is perhaps the best part of Hexcal Studio. For example, if you need to use external hard drives, you can place them inside the Hexcal Studio, plug them into the internal ports, and then plug your computer into the external port to access them. It’s very ingenious.
Plug an external hard drive into one of the internal bridging ports and access the device from one of the corresponding external USB sockets. ZDNET/Jack Wallen
My experience with the Hexcal Studio workstation
As I said above, I couldn’t use this device on my desk. But when I used the Hexcal Studio to power and organize the table under my television, the device started to show its usefulness.
Cable routing makes it easier to tidy up a desk or table, additional outlets and ports allow more devices to be powered, without having to use extra extension cords or unsightly power strips, and lighting creates ambiance (and I like the ambient lighting).
And since the Hexcal Studio can hold around 100 pounds, you can place a TV, multiple monitors, or just about anything you need to organize your desk on it.
Buying Tips for Hexcal Studio Workstation
My biggest problem with the Hexcal Studio is its price. €839 is a lot for a desk accessory that only serves to tidy up and power your desk!
I can imagine, however, that the person who really needs help organizing and powering the devices in their office (and has the means to do so) might think that this “workstation” would be a great addition. However, for someone like me, who is already well organized and prefers the minimalist office, the Hexcal Studio is a tough sell.
However, there is certainly an audience for such a device. For those who consider such an addition to their office a must-have, Hexcal Studio is well thought out, designed and built to last.
Source: “ZDNet.com”