There’s a good chance you have a few gadgets that support wireless charging by now, whether it’s your iPhone or Android phone, wireless earbuds or smartwatch. Multi-device wireless chargers can help power them all in one place, without the need for tons of wires that clutter up your space.
There are dozens of these accessories available today, and we’ve tested many of the most popular models. You’ll find our top picks for the best wireless charging station below, as well as some advice on choosing the right charging station for your needs.
If you’re an Apple fan, it doesn’t get any better than Belkin’s most advanced model of wireless charger. The high-quality BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 pad offers 15W MagSafe charging for your iPhone, fast charging for Apple Watch and room for AirPods Pro or other earbuds with a Qi-compatible case.
Its base is weighty, covered in rubberized plastic and includes a separate status light for your earbuds. Most importantly, it supports more devices than you might think. Although the Pro Pad uses MagSafe, the horizontal layout lets you charge almost any phone at low speeds.
We also have to give Belkin a shout-out for one of the most convenient Apple Watch chargers out there. Not only does it work horizontally and vertically, but it includes a knob to adjust for different sizes and third-party cases.
It’s noticeably larger than some 3-in-1 chargers, so it’s not the best choice for a nightstand. If you have an iPhone 12 or newer, consider the smaller footprint of its counterpart, the BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe 15W. You won’t find USB ports either, and the indented earbud pad excludes other phones. Still, it’s well worth the $150 asking price.
There are many great quality high-end chargers available to choose from, but Logitech’s Powered 3-in-1 Dock offers some features that help set it apart from others. It takes up relatively little space, and the rubberized horizontal and vertical chargers supply up to 10W while holding your device tightly, so both you and your partner can charge it.
It does have some limitations, though. The vertical stand isn’t suitable for the iPhone 13 mini and other smaller phones. And while the floating stand works with most Apple Watches, heavier stands tend to come loose (like this writer’s Steel Series 5 with a leather link strap) and might not charge properly. However, if these aren’t issues, your $130 will be well spent.
The best budget 3-in-1 wireless charger
You can find plenty of affordable 3-in-1 chargers. However, few offer as much for the money as the Anker 533 Wireless Charger Stand. It offers an adjustable-angle 10W vertical stand and lets you charge the Apple Watch horizontally or vertically. There’s also a 20W USB-C power adapter in the box, so you won’t need to buy an aftermarket brick (or rely on proprietary cabling) to get started.
The limitations mostly arise from cost-cutting measures. You probably won’t have room for another phone. And like some chargers we’ve seen, the Apple Watch mount comes with a cable you can bring with you that only supports older USB-A connections. The cable included with your Series 8 or SE won’t work here. However, at $58, this 3-in-1 wireless charging stand is a good deal.
Mophie Dual Universal Wireless Charging Pad
The 2-in-1 field is highly competitive and makes it hard to pick an absolute winner. However, Mophie’s Dual Wireless Charging Pad ticks a lot of the right marks.
It can charge two Qi-certified devices at up to 10W, making it a great choice for a two-phone household. The fabric surface with rubberized trim will keep your gadgets steady, and the status light will confirm precise placement. There’s also a USB-A port for plugging in your watch charger or any other wired hardware.
The complaints are few. You won’t charge at 15W, and we’d prefer USB-C over USB-A. Still it’s a safe choice at $80, and worth buying compared to less expensive options.
Samsung 15W Wireless Charger Duo
Phone makers’ multi-device chargers tend to be either compromised or overly proprietary, but Samsung’s Fast Charger Duo (sometimes known as the 15W Duo Fast Wireless Charger) breaks that trend. It’s compact and offers high-speed charging for one phone and one accessory, whether it’s a Samsung Galaxy Watch or earbuds from another manufacturer. The status light will also dim at night, and change color to indicate when your battery is full.
This won’t be helpful for households with two phones, and Samsung only guarantees 15W charging for some of its phones (Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy S20 and later). You’ll also need to be careful about which version you buy, as there are several variants with and without a power adapter in the box. Neither are cheap at prices of $90 and $70. However, it remains a great charger for the nightstand and travel, and the pads are sufficiently device-agnostic.