The JSAUX 6-in-1 Switch 2 dock is a cluttered and ugly accessory that has still managed to replace my official dock

I've tested more JSAUX accessories than I can count with both hands, and plenty of them have the chops to contend with the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories I've looked at. Yet the JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock for Switch 2 intrigued me the most out of the lot, partially because it's a cluttered and confusing mess at first glance.

It's a dock, as you've likely surmised from its name, that includes a line-up of handy ports, an LED screen at the front, charging slots for spare Joy-Con controllers, and some game and microSD Express Card storage on top of all that, because why not? All of that meshes together into a pretty ugly device in my eyes, but fortunately for me, looks can be deceiving.

Design

The first time I caught a glimpse of the JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock for the Switch 2, I couldn't help but notice there was a lot going on. It's not like the SIWIQU Switch 2 dock where it's just a simple block, and that's it. Instead, JSAUX has crammed in a ton of extras that make it appear like the Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium of Switch 2 accessories.

What I mean is, there's a lot to it, and so it's not exactly the nicest-looking dock on the market. The first thing that's hard to ignore is the circular LED display. When hooked up, it permanently lights up and works as a status indicator for how juiced up your Joy-Con controllers are. It's probably my least favorite thing about the dock, as I never really found use for it besides adding to the light pollution in my living room, but it's there should you want to be constantly informed of the battery life of your spare controllers.

This screen sits on the front-facing side of the device, and behind it is a wall of game and Switch 2 SD card storage. This storage is opposite the first two Joy-Con controller ports, which are colored red and blue so you know exactly what to place where. Additionally, the sides of the dock also have Joy-Con controller ports, should you need a couple more. Talking of controller charging, behind these slots lies the main 'dock' part of the device, which is designed to store and charge a Pro controller or the Switch 2 once you place it in the accompanying charger adapter.

Features

There's a lot going on with this device. It can hook up to your smart TV or gaming monitor like the official dock, and it supports 4K/60Hz, 2K/120Hz, 1080p/120Hz, and 4K/60Hz video output.

The dock is also a multi-purpose charging machine. There are slots for up to four single Switch 2 Joy-Cons (six if you're using the charging adapter) and a Switch 2 Pro controller simultaneously - if you don't have the handheld attached. Should you not have Nintendo's official premium pad kicking around, I discovered the dock also works well with similar-shaped Pro options, like the PowerA Advantage Wireless Controller.

Even if your controllers are fully juiced up, the JSAUX dock is a pretty handy storage solution. It helps too that the back of the LED indicator screen includes slots designed to store up to four physical Switch and Switch 2 cartridges, and four slots compatible with the best Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Express Cards. But the real meat of this dock isn't its storage capabilities, but its plentiful ports lined up across the back of the foldable device.

You've got an Ethernet port, snf two USB 2.0 Type-A ports that can support data transfers up to 480Mbps and connect to accessories including keyboards, mice, and other devices. To get your console hooked up to your display of choice, you've naturally got an HDMI 2.0 port and a fast-charging USB-C PD port to plug in your AC adapter to get it all powered up. The entire unit can also be folded away to make it more compact for travel or storage.

Performance

JSAUX's 6-in-1 accessory has replaced my official Switch 2 dock for a number of reasons. The first of which is that it does the same polished job. Once the handheld is nestled in the UBC-C bay with the adapter in tow, the Switch 2 is ready to be played, and there were no visual oddities whatsoever during testing. Additionally, I noticed it took up practically the same amount of space as Nintendo's official alternative, but made more sense in my setup due to the cabling sitting at the back.

Using the real-deal can occasionally feel a little awkward in this respect. With the HDMI and AC adapter always having to pull to the right (when you're looking straight at it), I always have to ensure it doesn't interfere with my turntable, which is always sitting directly to the side of my main room's consoles.

With the ports all neatly located at the back, the JSAUX dock just suits my setup more, but that won't be the case for everyone.

Its multiple charging opportunities may be more of a benefit. Now that my partner has a Switch 2 of his own, having accessories that can charge all our Joy-Cons at once is very appreciated, particularly for when we want to spend an evening failing miserably at the mini-games in Rhythm Paradise Groove (and enjoying every second).

With the magnetic connectivity, slotting in the controllers was easy peasy, and there was never an awkward moment with charging. This was the time when I was extra pleased to discover that the USB-C bay is compatible with controllers other than Nintendo's Pro options too. Nothing is worse than forking out cash on an accessory only for it to feel like it's pushing you to invest in another, but much to my pleasure, I could happily charge my Pokemon Mega Evolutions pad without issue.

It was pretty ideal that I had to travel during testing. One of the main draws to this dock (particularly over the official version) is that it can fold up and be stored away. Normally I'd bring my JSAUX All-In-One Carrying Case with my dock shoved inside when taking my Switch 2 to my Mom's house, however, the compact nature of the JSAUX dock meant I could easily slot it into my backpack while my Switch 2 was nestled in the Belkin Charging Case Pro.

The only real hindrance I felt with the dock was with the LCD display. I'm typically a sucker for RGB lighting and nonsensical add-ons that are purely cosmetic, but this display and I did not get on. For one, the lighting is far too bright. There was one night where, thanks to my very unwell cat, I had to crash in the main room of my own home, and the light kept waking me up. I felt like that I was recreating that 'Limmy Waking Up' meme every time I awoke to the illuminating JSAUX logo in my face.

The display is also very prone to attracting dust and cosmetic damage. By default, it comes with a covering to protect it from wear and tear during transit. However, the second this was removed, I noticed the plastic surface would be coated in scratches. There is a slight chance that the one I was provided with to review just so happened to turn up in this state, but it made taking photos for this review a bit of a challenge.

Not to mention, the side of the dock the display sits on occasionally moves on its own accord. There were a few instances where it swung down and hit the display of my Switch 2. It's a good thing I have a screen protector equipped, but it did still instill a strong fear in me that this could one day severely damage my beloved (and pricey) handheld. Which ideally is not what you want from a $59.99 accessory that's meant to improve your setup and not hinder it in any way.

Should you buy the JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock for Switch 2?

Picking up an additional official Nintendo Switch 2 dock can be pretty costly. For whatever reason, Nintendo only packages its official dock alongside a spare AC adapter for $124.99 at the official Nintendo US store, which is a lot to pay if you're just looking to grab a spare for your bedroom. That leaves you with two real options: grab it second-hand for a little bit cheaper, or grab a third-party dock. The $59.99 (JSAUX) JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock is a valid choice.

It's not my immediate go-to if it's just the docking you're after, as there are plenty of cheaper options available. Not to mention, more compact options like the Genki Covert Dock 3 if portability is your number one priority. But this JSAUX dock is ideal if you're looking for a replacement that does practically all the real deal can muster, while providing some helpful storage and charging features that can lend themselves to any Switch 2 setup. Just know it's not the prettiest dock on the block, but it's what's on the inside that counts.

How I tested the JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock for Switch 2

I had the JSAUX 6-in-1 Gaming Dock in my setup for a little under a month during the testing process. During that time, the official Switch 2 dock was set aside, and this became the only way I played the handheld in docked mode while using my Samsung smart TV. I used the dock while playing a range of games, from Pokemon Pokopia, Mario Kart World, and Rhythm Paradise Groove. Afterwards, I took the third-party dock to my mum's house and integrated it into her setup to see how portable and accessible it was when integrated with TV setups other than my own.

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