10 Best MagSafe Chargers for iPhone, From Standalone Chargers to Charging Stations

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FOR THOSE of us who own iPhones with MagSafe technology (only on iPhone 12 or later, except for the 2022 iPhone SE) a MagSafe charger has likely become the easiest way to power up your phone. The fastest way to charge your iPhone is still via lightning cable, but MagSafe chargers will provide steady power and get it to your phone hands-free. Aside from the MagSafe chargers Apple makes, several other tech brands have introduced their own MagSafe chargers with worthy designs and trusted performance.

In terms of what kind of MagSafe chargers are out there, it all starts with a traditional cord and pad design that connects to a wall adapter or laptop. Then there are MagSafe charging stands, trays, and foldout stations. This latter category can be broken down further into an iPhone-only design, a 2-in-1, and a 3-in-1 design, which not only powers your iPhone but also your AirPods and Apple Watch. The last—but not least—to look for is whether the MagSafe charger is MFi certified (made for iPhone) or MagSafe compatible—we speak more on this final detail at the end of this list.

To help you sift through the countless MagSafe chargers on the market, we curated our 12 favorite picks for all types of uses. Whether you’re looking for a trusted charger to carry in your work bag, or a special stand to power up your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch overnight, there’s something in here that will garner your interest. The one takeaway you’ll find is MagSafe chargers are much more than just a cord with a pad these days. Ready to see what’s out there?

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Best MagSafe Charger Overall

Apple

MagSafe Charger

Wattage 15W
Adapter Included? No
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible?? MFi Certified

Best MagSafe Charger That’s Not Apple

Native Union

Snap Magnetic Wireless Charger

Wattage 7.5W
Adapter Included? No
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible?? MagSafe Compatible

Most Innovative MagSafe Charger

ESR

HaloLock for iPhone Wireless Charger Kickstand

Now 17% off

Wattage 7.5W
Adapter Included? No
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MagSafe Compatible

Best 2-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand

Otterbox

2-in-1 Charging Station with MagSafe

Wattage 15W
Adapter Included? Yes
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MFi Certified

Best 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand

Belkin

MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand

Wattage 15W
Adapter Included? Yes
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MFi Certified

Best MagSafe Car Charger

Belkin

Magnetic Wireless Car Charger, MagSafe Compatible

Wattage 10W
Adapter Included? Yes
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MagSafe Compatible

Best Folding 2-in-1 Charger Stand

Apple

MagSafe Duo

Wattage 15W
Adapter Included? No
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MFi Certified

Best Foldable 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Mat

UCOMX

Nano 3 in 1 Wireless Charger, Magnetic Foldable

Now 20% off

Wattage 7.5W
Adapter Included? Yes
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MagSafe Compatible

Best Personalized MagSafe Charger

Casetify

Custom Magnetic Wireless Charger

Wattage 7.5W
Adapter Included? No
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MagSafe Compatible

Best 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Mat

Satechi

Trio Wireless Charger With Magnetic Pad

Wattage 7.5W
Adapter Included? Yes
MFi Certified or MagSafe Certification or MagSafe Compatible? MagSafe Compatible

What Is the Fastest MagSafe Charger?

If you’re looking for speed, you’re going to want to look at the delivery of watts. 15W is currently the fastest a MagSafe charger can deliver and is more than enough to give you a quality charge every time. To combat bad quality third-party dupes with low watt levels, Apple actually went and created a MagSafe certification for chargers they deem are up to standards. If you want an Apple-certified MagSafe charger you’re going to want to look for either a special “Made for MagSafe” badge or any mention of the charger being MFi certified, which stands for “made for iPhone”.

If there’s a MagSafe charger you find that doesn’t have an MFi certification, don’t fret. There are still several quality third-party chargers out there that don’t have the special Apple badge but still provide a steady trickle of power. In most cases, third-party chargers don’t have as much juice as MFi chargers (typically 7.5W compared to the MFi-approved 15W). So third-party chargers are bound to give you a slower charging speed, but if you’re not on a time crunch then it’s not a major issue to balk at. There are tons of third-party MagSafe chargers with innovative designs that still get the job done.

How We Selected

As of this year, there are hundreds of MagSafe chargers available on the market. Men’s Health editors and writers, including our Gear and Commerce Editor John Thompson, thoroughly researched and tested dozens of the best MagSafe chargers and evaluated their durability, design, and performance. We also considered price points, as some MagSafe wallets provide a better overall value than others, and we considered whether or not each charger has a Made for MagSafe certification from Apple.

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Author: Health Watch Minute

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