There is an important addendum to the Triple Boost 14 Pro review, included at the bottom, so be sure to give that a read if you skim.

Convenience alone can be a difficult sell. What I mean by that is, a product that simply improves your life experience or makes it better in a small way is welcome, sure, but it needs to offer something more — usually. To justify the cost, it needs to push the boundaries, which is why so many brands are cramming features into their products until they transform into an endless list of functionality. I mean, do we really need smart toilets that analyze our bowel movements, as interesting as that may sound? Does anyone truly give a shit if a robot vacuum ventures into the extreme reaches of outer space and survives?

When the primary selling point of a product is convenience, and many comparable products or alternatives do it better, the allure of said product pretty much goes out the window. Except for a few choice brands, sold by name alone, which I’ll avoid calling out.

But that also depends on what kind of “convenience” a product delivers. And with the Triple Boost 14 Pro, from Aura Displays, I think that convenience is a huge selling point. But that’s if you’re a power user and can get something out of the experience.

What is it?

It’s a portable monitor system with three 14-inch full-HD displays that plug into your laptop or computer, via a single USB connection, to offer an on-demand, multi-monitor workstation. You could effectively and realistically take this with you to a coffee shop or a small office, set it up in minutes, and start plugging away. Then, when it’s time to go home, you simply unplug it, fold it up, stow it in your bag or backpack, and head out.

It works. It’s real. It’s relatively simple, minus the initial setup. But the real question is how the Triple Boost 14 Pro holds up and what kind of convenience does it bring to the average workday? That’s precisely what I set out to answer here.

Grab a drink or a snack and let’s do this.

The more monitors, the better

Call me a techie, call me a slob, call me a power hog — whatever you will — but I have three monitors connected to my desktop. I have two smaller monitors next to each other and a larger TV, centered above those. I’m on my computer daily, and I use all three monitors to work.

I’ll have a resource or reference on one screen, my email open on another, and my sites or writing applications open, as well. I can swap seamlessly between them, which makes for some remarkable productivity. Even with just two monitors, over a single integrated monitor, your productivity skyrockets, and I’m sure many of you will agree. Dual or triple monitor setups allow you to work more efficiently, faster, and better.

I like more monitors

It’s one of the reasons why I prefer working in my office at my desktop over somewhere more remote — like my patio by the pool or a local cafe. By its very nature, the Triple Boost 14 Pro changes that completely.

Instantly, I have three monitors available on the go, usable from a single USB connection, and powered via the device I’m using. When I’m working remotely, that makes things super easy. I just plug my laptop into a power station or an outlet, and away I go.

Until now, or previously, I would lug a monitor outside with me when I wanted to work out there and connect it to my laptop using a bulky adapter and then to a nearby outlet or power station(s) with a regular power cable. It made for lots of messy cords going this way and that, and it was a clunky setup. It also took a while to configure and put away at the end of the day.

With the Triple Boost, it’s as easy as unfolding the system, plugging it in, and getting to work. All three screens are bright, vibrant, and sharp, delivering a crystal-clear 1080P picture, with no stuttering or weird artifacts of any kind.

Cool, so what are the specifications?

By the numbers, the Triple Boost 14 Pro has three 14-inch full-HD (1080P) IPS panels, running at a 60Hz refresh rate, with 300 nits brightness and a 1500:1 contrast ratio. If you’re not keen on numbers or don’t know what any of that means, they’re solid specs for a portable monitor. It’s not 4K, or even 2K, but when you’re working remotely, those high-fidelity options aren’t a necessity.

The system is compatible with Windows PCs, MacOS, Android (mobile), and Ubuntu (Linux). For the most part, it’s plug and play. You will need to install the drivers to use the screens fully, which come preloaded on a flash drive. Installation is quick, easy, and guided, as you’d expect.

A single USB-C connection powers the display and eliminates clutter, but it also means you need a device that supports video out through USB-C. Each monitor has individual settings to configure, with options to adjust color, brightness, language, and swap modes: ECO and DCR modes. You do that via physical buttons on the monitor you want to adjust.

Triple Boost 14 Pro: More to know

Source: Briley Kenney / Techigar

The screen comes bundled with three extras: A USB Type-C to Type-C cable, and a dual-purpose USB Type-C to Type-C cable that has a USB-A adapter attached. You also get a stylized USB flash drive, which includes the display drivers pre-installed.

Before unfolding the monitors, you pop out a built-in kickstand to prop them up, and slide your laptop into the gap between them, which creates a quad monitor setup. You can also fold down the top rear screen, flipping it 90 degrees backwards, for shared workspaces. That way, your colleagues or co-workers can see what’s going on. That works great for presentations and impromptu collaborations.

Instantly, it’s a quad monitor setup — if you use your laptop’s screen — or a triple monitor setup if you leave your laptop closed.

Does it work as advertised, and did you have any problems?

Triple Boost 14 Pro works and works great. I did run into some minor issues where the monitors would disconnect randomly, but that had more to do with the USB cable and adapter than the displays. In addition, one of the monitors — the left one — was stuck in mirror mode before I installed the drivers. Installing the drivers fixed it, but if you’d rather just use them plug-and-play, understand that’s something you might have to get used to. The other two monitors worked fine as extended desktop displays, and it was just the one monitor mirroring the main.

I took the monitor with me to a local cigar shop, a coffee shop, and to my extended family’s places. I also used it near-daily at home, whether to work from a new location, outside on my patio, or around my property. It’s so easy to set up and dive in, which is what I love most about it.

Now, there are other caveats, which we’ll dive into.

Caveat emptor

One big one for me was that it refused to work with my HP Chromebook. I tried both USB — with an adapter — and USB-C, but nothing would show on the display. I did find that odd, considering I could plug in my Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra running Android, and it worked right away. It’s probably a driver issue, but there are no drivers for Chrome OS.

Don’t let that scare you off. The Triple Boost works great with everything else. Plus, not that it’s a huge boon, but the sleek design matches most laptops well, too, especially Mac and iOS gear.

Moreover, the screens are “anti-glare,” and while I found that largely to be the case, that technology doesn’t always mean you can see the screen in direct sunlight. Since I’m in Florida and I get direct sunlight pretty much everywhere, it’s something I have to contend with. 

In a bright coffee shop or office, it would work just fine and be perfectly visible. At a picnic table with an umbrella or under some cover, like a gazebo or roofed area, it would also work fine. In the grass in the middle of a park with the sun blaring down, probably not, but that would be a weird place to work, anyway.

Is it really portable?

Yes. I mean, it’s not going to fit in your pocket, but it will fit into a satchel, messenger bag, day bag, backpack, or duffel with no problems. 

The frame is a premium aluminum, so it’s tough and doesn’t scratch easily. The screens are also reasonably protected by the frame when folded up. Although you’ll definitely want to apply screen protectors to the front — which I did.

Altogether it weighs about 5 pounds — 4.7 to be exact. It’s also about 1.3 inches thick when folded up, and all three screens fold inward in a specific order. Now, it is pretty bulky when unfolded. You’ll need enough space if you’re going to use all the screens, about 14 inches of width for your desk space. It’s a winged beast.

What’s all this talk about convenience?

Circling back to the intro, and boiling down to basics, this is nothing more than a portable monitor to extend your core laptop display(s). Now, it’s not a single monitor; it has three monitors and vastly improves your digital work area, but even so, it’s productivity-focused. More screens. Less switching. Less shuffling around windows, apps, browsers, or workspaces. It’s all about convenience.

Add in the fact that it’s pretty darn portable, uses a single USB-C connection for all the displays, and it’s powered by your core device, and the convenience balloons. You don’t have to lug around or carry a bunch of extra cables, and you can use it pretty much anywhere as long as you have the workspace.

Do I think that’s worth the $649 MSRP? Yes, I do, but not everyone is going to agree with that. Moreover, not everyone has the same priorities. Some people are just fine working on a single or even dual monitor setup. This would be overkill.

It’s excellent for writing, coding, working with spreadsheets, social media, watching entertainment, multitasking, and a few other activities. You could theoretically play games on it, but I’m sure most would consider the 60Hz and 1080P, as opposed to higher visuals, a serious setback. The Triple Boost 14 Pro isn’t really for something like gaming, anyway.

What’s the verdict, and the price?

Pay attention to what I’m saying here because there is no black and white answer. Would I recommend the Triple Boost 14 Pro to everyone? No, absolutely not. It’s mostly about convenience and improving productivity, and even then, not everyone is going to be able to capitalize on those benefits, depending on how they’re using it. For some, extra displays will slow them down. That’s the unfortunate reality. I don’t fit in that scenario, and I love more monitors, so this is an excellent option for someone like me. I’m also closer to a power user than a casual one. I already use a three-monitor setup with my desktop.

If you want to be able to work from anywhere, regardless of whether you’re studying, writing, or doing anything else on a laptop, and you want the kind of productivity this offers, then yes, in that case, I recommend it.

Breaking down the cost

If you do some very simple math, take the $649 and divide it by three — for the three displays — you get about $216 per screen. I would say that’s mostly reasonable, if not a little high, but a lot is going on under the hood. For instance, the compatibility and seamless connectivity. You wouldn’t get that with three separate monitors, obviously. There are no subscriptions involved, no extra fees, and it comes with everything you need, including a USB cable. The only thing you might want to purchase separately is a pack of screen protectors.

Since I’ve had my hands on it, I have seen the Triple Boost 14 Pro go on sale for less, making it much more affordable and enticing.

This is also where I should mention that Aura Displays offers a variety of portable monitors, including dual monitors. If three or even four monitors seem excessive, consider the smaller alternatives. Aura also apparently offers an Ultrabook laptop with a 7-inch display seated next to the keyboard, which is pretty cool.

• Recommended Buy: No, not everyone. Power users.
• For Who: If you want to work from anywhere with a quad monitor setup, including your laptop’s screen, this is for you.
• Alternative: Triple Go (Gen 2)
• MSRP: $649

Addressing Portabl

The tech world is a diverse and dynamic place, with a lot happening, and while I don’t know the full story or have the resources to trace any connections, I’d be remiss if I didn’t bring this up. At some point, there was a brand called Slidenjoy with an active Kickstarter campaign to crowdfund, exactly what this review is for, a type of portable monitor. The crowdfunding campaign was successful, bringing in over €600,000 from approximately 1,600 backers. The aftermath was plagued by delays and the failed delivery of products, among other issues.

Eventually, the brand changed its name to Portabl, while still struggling with fulfillment problems, and now The Portable Monitor.

Many believe that Aura Displays are part of or under the umbrella of these original companies. The official Aura YouTube page did include a mention of the previous names before being changed. 

I don’t know if they are connected, and that’s not what I’m reporting on here. I have a tangible, genuine working product from Aura in my hands. But I wanted to make it known that this has happened. The saga is ongoing, whether Aura is related or not, and it deserves to be called out somewhere. People lost money, were treated poorly, and didn’t get what was promised. That’s not cool.

For this reason, I have actively chosen not to include affiliate links. Always do your research before purchasing a product. While I write reviews, previews, and features, it’s not always possible to vet what may or may not be a scam, depending on the information available.

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