If you are tired of tangled charging cables or dropping them behind your bed, or a bunch of other nuisances when it comes to charging your phone through wires it may be time for you to consider upgrading to a wireless charger.
Wireless chargers take away a lot of hassle associated with the typical wire chargers. All you have to do is drop your phone on the pad and it starts charging. No more searching and connecting your cables and plugging them in.
With the benefits of wireless charging, you may be thinking about which one to choose? With so many options the choice can become quite daunting.
There are single-device wireless chargers that power your phone, or you can choose more versatile options that allow you to charge multiple devices at once like your phone, smartwatch, and earphones.
That is why we have come up with this list of the best wireless chargers available in the market. So, without further ado, let’s get to it!
With the Apple MagSafe Charger wireless charging literally snaps into place with the help of magnets that attach to the iPhone 12 lineup.
The Apple MagSafe Charger provides 15W of power to your iPhone 12 series phone including the iPhone 12, iPhone12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. This is double the usual 7.5W chargers provide. Keep in mind, however, that for the iPhone 12 Mini you are limited to the 12W MagSafe Charger.
Apart from charging your iPhone, the Apple MagSafe Charger is also compatible with AirPods and AirPods Pro. You will however need a 20W USB-C power adapter to be able to use the Apple MagSafe charger on your AirPods.
The Native Union Dock Wireless Charger is one of the best wireless chargers available in terms of utility and looks.
Available in six colors and designs, including rose, Marquetry Rose, Slate, Marquetry Slate, Terrazzo Rose, and Terrazzo Slate the Native Union Dock Wireless Charger will be more of an accessory.
The charger’s stand includes a small pedestal so your phone is elevated and you can view it more easily.
The charger provides up to 10W power in both the portrait and landscape positions. With the Native Union Dock Wireless Charger, you can charge your phone through most cases which are up to 3mm thick, while the thermal protection sensor prevents overheating.
The Pixel Stand from Google does a lot more than your typical wireless chargers. The charger not only repowers your phone but also turns your Google phone into a smart display.
The Google Pixel Stand Wireless charger is compatible with Google Pixel 3, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 4, and Google Pixel 4 XL.
When charging your Google phone on the dock, you can use Google Assistant to check your schedule, tell you the weather, give you commuting information, and more. You can even view your photos on the display through Google photos.
Moreover, the Google Pixel Stand also functions as a great alarm clock. You can set your phone’s light to slowly brighten with warm colors when it is time to wake up. The charging stand will also automatically put your phone on do not disturb mode when it is time for bed so that you won’t get disturbed by notifications.
Now that you know the available wireless chargers to choose from, how do you make the right choice?
The first and most important thing to consider when choosing a wireless charger is whether or not it is compatible with your phone. If the wireless charger is Qi certified, it should support iPhones and Android phones.
Also, consider the wattage support. Most wireless chargers support a 10W charging capability for Android phones and a 7.5W for iPhones.
Moreover, consider the versatility of the charging station. Can you charge your phone in both landscape and portrait mode? This positioning allows you to use your phone even while it is charging. Also, consider whether you can charge your phone with the case on or will you have to take your phone case off each time you want to charge your device.
