Portable monitors are handy devices to pair with your laptop, allowing you to create a multiple monitor setup away from your desk. They are also cool accessories for gaming consoles such as the Nintendo Switch. Whether you travel a lot or simply like to work in different spots in your home for a change of scenery, a portable monitor can be a good investment. After all, no one wants to disassemble a monitor to put in a suitcase or try to squeeze into a backpack. We've rounded up the five best portable monitors we've tried below. From high-end OLED monitors to unique multi-monitor options, there's a growing variety of options to consider.
A multiple monitor setup can be great for productivity. Rather than bouncing between tabs and windows repeatedly, you can simply glance left or right. While dual- or three-monitor setups are typically thought of for desk use and thus not very portable (no one wants to lug a monitor around with their laptop), there are some new and innovative options out there specifically designed for portable use. Fopo's Triple Portable Monitor is a great example.
This attachment adds two 12-inch monitors to your laptop--one on each side--to give you a total of three screens including your laptop display. This monitor system is compatible with laptops ranging from 13 to 16 inches and connects via mini-HDMI or USB-C. If you have a relatively thin laptop (such as a MacBook), you'll have to add some padding to make it fit securely and not wobble.
Each of the IPS displays boast 1080p resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate. It is worth noting that while the monitors offer a nice, clear picture, it might take some getting used to if your laptop has a better display. The Triple Portable Monitor also has the added
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