Wireless charging has made its way into most of the best phones and many other devices, such as charging cases for some of the best wireless earbuds. This makes a wireless charger a nice accessory on the desk or bedside table. There are a lot of wireless chargers on the market, and like any piece of tech, it can be difficult to tell which may be the best for your needs. That’s why we’ve made some selections for the best wireless chargers for various use-cases. Read onward to find out which wireless chargers we think are the best, and for more information on which may best suit your needs.
The Spigen Qi Flex True Wireless Charger rises to the top as the best overall pick for several reasons. First, although it says it's designed for Samsung, it can charge any phone that's compatible with wireless charging. Even a case doesn't get in the way; one reviewer mentioned charging an iPhone 15 Pro Max with an Otterbox case. The 15W fast charging is a big perk, too. The stand can also be used to prop your phone up or to lay it flat. Either way works, as it will charge no matter the orientation.
The charger has an LED light that will tell you the charging status at a glance. The biggest downside to this wireless charger is that it's expensive. With an MSRP of $95, it costs a pretty penny, and you unfortunately don't even get a power brick in the box.
Anker is a tried and true veteran of the charging world, and the PowerWave II draws on the company's impressive experience to create a product that's reasonably priced and effective. The PowerWave II can automatically switch between 5W, 7.5W, 10W, and 15W to give your phone the fastest possible charge. You can place your phone horizontally or vertically; the orientation doesn't matter, and it lets you power up your phone without interrupting a YouTube binge.
An adaptor is included, but this charging stand is only available as a stand. You can't lay it flat, but it will work with phone cases up to 5mm thick and has multiple safety features in place to prevent damage to your phone.
If you're shopping on a budget (and in this economy, who isn't?), then the Amazon Basics Wireless Charger is a great choice. At only $18, not only is this imminently affordable but it also works with pretty much any phone. The charging pad is built to work with a wide range of cases; just make sure your case isn't made of thick metal or has a slot for credit cards, or you'll be greeted with a dead battery. The charging pad has a litany of different safety technologies, including over-voltage, over-current protection, and more.
The main downside is that this is only available as a pad, and it doesn't have the same flair that some wireless chargers have. It's pretty basic, you might say.
The Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charger is a fantastic travel accessory. It gives you the ability to charge three separate devices at once (although it does intend for those devices to be an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, though you can charge other phones) and folds up into basically nothing for storage. If you're packing light, this is a solid choice that won't take up unnecessary room in your tech bag. It also supports fast charging, so you can bump your phone's charge up in no time at all.
The downside? It's pricey. At $90, this isn't a splurge purchase, and it's mostly built for the iPhone ecosystem. While it will work with other devices, it won't work quite as well — and that's a bummer for all the Android users out there.
Say what you will about Apple's prices — its products are solid. This official wireless charger works with iPhone 8 and later, guaranteeing up to 25W of charging when it's paired with a 30W or 35W adapter. The built-in magnets will make lining up the charging coils as easy as putting your phone down. This charger works with all Qi2 and Qi devices, so it will also charge compatible AirPod models.
Of course, the downside is that this only works with Apple products, and it's somewhat expensive for being just a length of cable and a charging pad.
Wireless charging is still viewed as something of a luxury, but it certainly makes it easy to continue watching your favorite TV show when the battery starts to flag. There are tons of options out there, but these five are some of the best on the market in their categories. You'll be hard-pressed to find better picks.
Andrew has been writing professionally for more than 20 years and has been writing about tech for three of them. His focus at Digital Trends is on deals writing and covering the year’s major sales events. His work in the tech realm also includes contributions to Sporting News, Pocket-lint, and Android Police. In his spare time Andrew enjoys skateboarding, road tripping, and moonlighting as a fiction writer and independent filmmaker.
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