With so many devices in our pockets and everyday carry, each device has its own form of charging or wattage capacity, it is now more important than ever to make sure you have the correct charger for each device. For instance, my iPhone charges at 15W via Qi2 but can charge at up to 40W when wired in, so what is the best solution? I’m here to help you pick the best charger no matter your price point.
Criteria
Over the years, I have tested many different forms of charging, from simple wireless pad chargers to 500W power bricks. So I have been able to see which works well, which needs improvement,t and which are just chargers you want to avoid. I have come up with three rules when selecting a charger:
- Multi-Functional
- Little to no heat
- Works every time you need it to
I know these points sound obvious, but you’d be surprised how poorly some chargers can be made. But now, with that out of the way lets get into these charging solutions! Be sure to watch the video below for a hands-on look at these accessories.
Portable charging hubs
Anker MagGo 35W power bank
This has been my go-to travel power bank for a few months. It does everything I need it to do and can charge my main travel devices: iPhone, iPad Pro, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro Gen 2. It also sports a nice LED screen that shows you realtime charging speeds and wattage for each device. Here is what you need to know:
- 10,000mAh Power Bank
- Charge multiple devices with a built-in USB-C cable and adjustable Apple Watch charger.
- Charge an Apple Watch Series 9 to 47% in 30 minutes
- 30W USB-C & 5W Wireless Charging
- Supports dual charging with 30W USB-C output and 5W wireless Apple Watch charging
- Provides 2 iPhone charges or 11 Apple Watch charges.
- Comes in four colors and costs $79
Duracell Power Station
Yes, you read that correctly. The same company that makes those AA and AAA batteries is now making surprisingly amazing power stations. The Duracell M100, M150, and M250 are perfect for someone who needs a static desk charger but can also be removed and taken with them on the go. The aesthetic they went with is also nice! These are the specs for the M150 specifically.
- 150W, 25,000mAh charger
- Provides 1 laptop charge or 6 phone charges
- Tiltable Qi2 Magsafe lid, with Airpods wireless charger
- 2 USB-C ports: Port #1 – 100W output / 60W input, Port #2 – (60W)
- 2 USB-A ports: Port #1 (18W), Port #2 (18W)
- Comes with magnetic charging base
- M100 is $99, M150 is $119 and M250 is $199
Anker Prime Power Bank
Now, if you are a fan of Anker like I am, then their new Prime lineup is something to consider, especially if you need to charge your MacBook Pro on the go at 140W. Here is what you need to know:
- 250W Multi-Device Fast
- 2 USB-C ports and 1 USB-A port to deliver up to 250W of power
- Charge your MacBook Pro 16″ (M2 Pro) to 50% in just 28 minutes.
- Capacity of 27,650mAh and can charge a 13-inch MacBook Air (M2) 1.28 times or an iPhone 14 approximately 4.67 times.
- 170W Fast USB-C recharge, fully replenish it in just 37 minutes.
- Live diagnostic display to see what is charging, how fast its charging and how fast the power bank is draining
Available today for $149 on Amazon
Magsafe battery banks
Raycon Magic Slim
Since Apple stopped making its own, this MagSafe battery bank has become my favorite. There are many MagSafe battery banks available, but they mostly work the same. They often have lights that show how much battery is left. Apple’s MagSafe battery bank was special because it worked well with your iPhone. It would appear in your battery widget, charge slowly when needed, allow reverse charging, and even show a cool animation when you attached it to the iPhone.
This is the first third-party MagSafe power bank I’ve seen that connects with iOS. So, the battery life appears in your battery widget, you can charge both the battery and the iPhone at the same time with one cable, and it’s super slim!
The Raycon Magic Power Bank Slim retails for $49.99, but there is a 20% discount code on their website, bringing it down to $40. The battery is 5000mAh, so it can easily charge up your iPhone 15 Pro Max model.
Kuxiu K1
This is the newest addition to my setup. Kuxiu just released a magsafe battery bank that also doubles as a 3 in 1 charger and even triples as a kick stand!
- 5000 mAh battery
- Kickstand built-in
- 15W fast wireless charging, 5W for Apple Watch, and 5W for Airpods
- 20W wired charging
- Comes in Titanium gold or black
- Available for $69
Stay tuned for a full review of this device because I absolutely love it.
Charging stations
Baseus Nomos Charger
This charger was perfect for what I like. The design and multifunctionality are what really caught my eye. This has pretty much everything you would need from a charging station in your home. Here is what you need to know.
- Supports the Qi2-certified 15W wireless charging for iPhone
- Supports 140W PD3.1 USB-C super fast charging.
- 2 USB-C ports, 1 USB-A port, 1 built-in 100W retractable USB-C cable, plus Qi2-certified Magsafe wireless charger, allows you to charge up to 5 devices at the same time
- LCD display allows you to monitor the charging status in real time, providing visual feedback on the charging speed and power allocation of each port.
- Magsafe plate can be freely folded up to 60° and adjust height
This is currently available on Amazon for $129 (using $20 coupon on product page)
Final thoughts
Again, there are a ton of different charging solutions. These are just some of my favorite ones and I didn’t even mention any actual wall chargers. So be sure to check out the full video going over these and a few more chargers so you can get a full scope of what you can get yourself. Let me know what your favorite charger is and if you plan. on picking any of these up!
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