Dock Recommendations

[nine_tails]

I am currently got a M3 MPB 14" from work. I also have a Thinkpad T490 for personal use. I've been using a USB-C dock with the T490.

What i will be connecting to
- 1 Monitor [HDMI]
- 1 Keyboard [USB A]
- 1 Microphone [USB A]
- 1 Headphones [3.5]
- Possibly ethernet.

I have a BT mouse so , thats one less port to worry about.

In the the market for a dock which ideally should allow me to swap out MPB to T490 , so looking at compatibility. I don't think there is a need for both of them to be connected at the same time, but would be nice to have more than necessary. I am sort of couch surfing until i get my own place next month , but from what i read the USB-C dock will not work for MPB. I know the most recommended ones are Caldigit TS4 or some OWC models. I can look to spend £200-300 on it, but then also don't really want to get something which is an overkill for my usage. On the budget i can pick up a used TS4 on ebay , but have no idea on reliability.
CalDigit TS3/+ seems much cheaper and might work?

Please let me know if you have a better recommendation

 

[nine_tails]

I use the TS3+ but after 3 years or so it's been having some random connection issues. I'm using a work supplied Dell dock now.

I use one from Dell too (work supplied) should be absolutely fine for what you need OP.

Sorry gents , which dell dock is this? I have a lenovo USB-C version. Pretty sure its this one and not the universal dock (which seems newer). The one i have was picked up 3/4 years ago. Would that work with the MPB? I ask as i don't want to nuke it or something on connection lol.