SideTrak Swivel 12.5" Portable Monitor for Laptop, Patented Swivel Hinge, Laptop Screen Extender | FHD Dual Screen w/Kickstand, USB or HDMI, Mac, PC, Chromebook Compatible (Single Monitor)

This is something I did not know I NEEDED in my life. Honestly, this is not a want it’s a NEED. My productivity has greatly increased with this portable monitor, and portable it is! It’s now a part of my daily setup. Quick run down.Pros: VERY portableEasy to setupAdjustable (can move to left or right side)EfficientCost effective (if you buy used. I got mine for $240 and it did not have any damage at all, everything included in package except mounting guide.Cons: A bit pricy for a portable monitor but you’re definitely paying for the technology and portability aspectIt’s a bit heavy and strains my laptop hinge, not sure of long term repercussions, however I’m sure it’ll be fineIf you have to plug in both cables, there’s wires everywhereDisplay isn’t as crystal clear as the laptops monitor, not horrible quality but definitely noticeably less than my laptops (however it’s a portable monitor so it’s okay)Screen isn’t as bright as I would have hoped for but it’s not badOVERALL: I love it and I couldn’t imagine NOT having a portable second monitor like this with my laptops now.I honestly wish I would have had this in my life sooner! 5/5. When setting up PLEASE make sure you have it on perfectly, like a prior review says you’ll have to tilt it a little bit to make sure it’s perfectly aligned.If you’re on the fence on the price point like I was, if there are any used ones buy it! Essentially the same as new and almost 30% cheaper or so. I have absolutely no regrets and am a happy customer.I look forward to see if this company will create a newer version in the future, as I am going to get it.

Does what I wantedI looked around for a setup that I could use on the go. A lot of monitors seemed to need a stand (making using this one on a laptop stand or in my lap impossible), or had a really large mount to the back of the laptop.I chose this unit because it could attach it either side and I could get two without paying extra for some sort of double mount.Works really well - I can pack everything into a backpack for travel and work.A couple of notes - attach the mounting plate with a very small amount of tilt, then the monitor will be level (else the gaps in the hinges can cause it to be a little unlevel).Also, the instructions for attaching aren't quite right (maybe for another unit?) Causing me to attach both brackets to one side. I had to force them off and attach again using down gorilla double sided tape. Works fine now.Also, on the left side (when the monitor is upside down) it has a great feature to auto adjust and display your picture right side up. However, there's a minor bug in that when the computer goes to sleep and comes back on, the monitor has a fault and doesn't display. Just have to unplug and plug back in.Additionally, if you tilt the laptop too far back, the magnet isn't strong enough and the monitor can deattach. A little annoying but just don't tilt back far.All in all though, exactly what I wanted. These are the only issues and they're easily rectified.

Love the concept. Screen is really great. However, none of it matters because the connecting cord does not last and makes the experience frustrating enough that I'm compelled to leave a review.I love concept of only needing one cord and not having to connect to a power strip. Two negative issues occur from this set up:1) my display is constantly shaking/wobbling because I have my laptop (and therefore sidetrack) on a ergo-riser. The extra height makes it bounce bc the SideTrak throws it off balance a bit2) the cords die! I'm on my 3rd cord from the company in under a year. Kudos to them for continually sending me new ones for free (and their customer service is quick and amazing!), but I'd rather not have to request them. The metal part of the usb-c that plugs into the laptop gets loose and renders the whole thing ineffective. I don't want a workaround. I don't want to plug into a usb-a or b converter. I want the cord to work and remain healthy so I don't have to deal with screen flickerings / dancing / resetting / being flat-out blank / etc. Just make it work, please.

I've had mine for nearly a year, I use it a few times a week, absolutely love it, so useful working on the go.Both the magnet and adhesive that comea with it are VERY strong, so anyone who says the screen "falls off" is clearly committing user error. If you attach it correctly, it's not going to fall off. I've taken this thing everywhere, and not once ever fell off for me. Just read the directions and you'll be fine.The only con is the cable, like others have said, it's not the best and died after a few months. I replaced it with a cheap 3rd party cable and works fine, pretty easy fix.Other than the cable, it's perfect, I definitely recommend.