15 Best Wireless Chargers, All Tested and Reviewed (2026) | WIRED
Skip to main contentCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyFeatured in this articleBest Wireless Charging StandNomad Stand One (4th Gen, Qi2 25W)Read more$119 NomadThe Best Budget Wireless ChargersAnker PowerWave Pad and StandRead more$24 Amazon (Pad)Best Cooling Wireless ChargerSpigen OneTap Pro 3 CryomaxRead more$55 AmazonA Functional and Fast 2-in-1 ChargerBelkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Wireless Charger (Qi2 25W)Read more$60 AmazonWireless charging may not be as cool as it sounds. You still need a cord to plug the charger in, and it’s slower than wired charging, but once you free yourself from fishing for and fumbling with cables in the dark, you never go back. Dropping your phone on a pad or stand at the end of the day and waking up to a fully charged battery in the morning is easy and convenient.After testing more than 100 wireless chargers over the past decade, sorting the good from the bad (there are certainly bad ones), I have identified the best wireless chargers. You will find many pads and stands in different styles, shapes, and build materials with spots for other devices, alongside your phone.Check out our other buying guides, including the Best Android Phones, Best iPhones, Best 3-in-1 Apple Wireless Chargers, Best MagSafe and Qi2 Chargers, and Best MagSafe Power Banks.Updated May 2026: I reorganized this guide, slimmed down my picks, added some further thoughts on my top pick, and updated prices.Best Wireless Charging StandPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistNomadStand One (4th Gen, Qi2 25W)$119 NomadPractical and good-looking, this MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging stand from Nomad will work with iPhones and Android phones (you can use a magnetic case if they don't support Qi2 or MagSafe). It’s a weighty mix of metal and glass in black or white, with padding in all the right places. You can pick up or place your phone one-handed (even in the dark), and the stand doesn’t slide around or topple easily. It has a ring of powerful magnets to hold your phone in portrait or landscape orientation (handy for StandBy mode) and can charge at up to 25 watts. The pad tucked away around back is for wireless earbuds. There are no superfluous lights or sounds, so it's perfect for the nightstand. You get a nice braided cable in the box (USB-C to USB-C), but you will need a 40-watt charger ($25), which is a bit cheeky at this price.SpecsCompatibilityQi2 and MagSafeWattageUp to 25 watts, 5 watts (back)Extra PortsNoneIn the Box6.6-foot USB-C cableWarranty2 yearsThe Best Budget Wireless ChargersPhotograph: Simon HillSave to wishlistSave to wishlistAnkerPowerWave Pad and Stand$24 Amazon (Pad)$25 $20 (20% off) Amazon (Stand)Anker’s pad and stand prove you don't need to spend much for wireless charging. They're both made from plastic with a rubbery finish on the bottom to prevent slips and slides, though it's not too grippy. A tiny LED lights up blue when it’s charging and flashes to indicate there’s a problem. We prefer stands over pads, because you can easily see your phone notifications, but Anker’s pad is so cheap you could grab a few to scatter around your home. Both come with a 4-foot MicroUSB cable, but you have to supply the power adapter. That’s not a big surprise at this price. Most importantly, they'll charge your phone every bit as capably as many other options in this guide. These chargers can hit up to 10 watts for some Samsung phones, 7.5 watts for iPhones, and 5 watts for other devices.SpecsCompatibilityQiWattageUp to 10 wattsExtra PortsNoneIn the Box4-foot MicroUSB cableWarranty18 monthsBest Cooling Wireless ChargerPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistSpigenOneTap Pro 3 Cryomax$55 AmazonSpigen’s stand can charge your iPhone or Qi2-certified phone at up to 15 watts. The built-in fan is effective at keeping your device cool, with a subtle blue light to emphasize its powers of chill. This would ordinarily annoy me on the nightstand, but Spigen has included a button to turn the fan and light off so it doesn’t disturb your slumber. With a strong magnetic pad you can tilt and a stable base, this pad works great with the iPhone’s StandBy mode. You get a USB-C cable to plug into the back, but you need your own power adapter (25 watts and up). I have tried a few chargers with cooling capabilities, but my iPhone has never felt cooler than when I plucked it from Spigen’s stand, so this could be a solid buy if you're worried about heat.SpecsCompatibilityQi2 and MagSafeWattageUp to 15 wattsExtra PortsNoneIn the Box5-foot cableWarranty2 yearsA Functional and Fast 2-in-1 ChargerPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuSave to wishlistSave to wishlistBelkinUltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Wireless Charger (Qi2 25W)$60 Amazon$60 BelkinWant something to quickly juice up your phone and earbuds? Belkin's UltraCharge 2-in-1 supports the latest Qi2 25W standard for the main magnetic charging coil, so this charger won't feel out of date even in a few years. It looks nice enough to be a permanent fixture on the nightstand or desk, but you also have the option to fold it up and take it on the go. Over on the back, when unfolded, there's a 5-watt wireless charger for earbuds (or a second phone in a pinch), plus there's a spare USB-C port to plug in another device. Best of all, Belkin includes a 45-watt power adapter and cable, which is an incredible value at this price. —Julian ChokkattuSpecsCompatibilityQi2WattageUp to 15 watts, 5 watts (back)Extra Ports1x USB-CIn the Box5-foot cable and 45-watt power adapterWarranty2 yearsBest Qi2 Car ChargerPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistPitakaMagEZ Car Mount Pro 2 Qi2$60 AmazonMagnetic chargers are so handy in the car if you have a Qi2 phone or a MagSafe iPhone, and this Pitaka model is my favorite. There are adjustable hooks to fit the mount tightly in any vent. The ball joint allows you to change the angle, the signature aramid fiber finish looks great, and you get a USB-C charging cable with two adhesive-backed cable management clips. I tested it with my Pixel 10 Pro XL and iPhone 16, and the mount held both securely and charged at 15 watts. This charger also has an NFC chip inside, so you can set up to three shortcuts, such as automatically launching Spotify when you dock your phone.SpecsCompatibilityQi2 and MagSafeWattageUp to 15 wattsExtra PortsNoneIn the BoxUSB-C cable and cable managementWarranty18 monthsAn Invisible Wireless ChargerPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistKew LabsUTS-2 Invisible Wireless Charger$185 Kew LabsKew Labs’ UTS-2 is unlike any other wireless charger in this guide—it disappears completely. Designed to be mounted below nonmetallic surfaces—a nightstand, countertop, or desk—it sends power through the tabletop and to your smartphone or wireless charging-capable device. That way, you get a true wireless experience, at least visually. The recommended thickness for the surface you plan to install it under is between 8 and 12 millimeters.I tested the original UTS-1, but the newer model is far less bulky, easier to install, and performs better. There's an adhesive back on the charger that stuck to my wood nightstand quickly, though you can screw it into place if you'd like. It comes with an alignment tool that lights up LEDs when you're perfectly over the charger—you can then attach one of the many included stickers to indicate the charging spot. It took me less than two minutes. Charging won't be fast—iPhones will top out at 7.5 watts, Samsung phones will handle 10 watts, and everything else is 5 watts. (It took roughly four to five hours to bring an iPhone 16e from zero to 80 percent.) But it's perfect when you want to maximize your table space and don't need to recharge quickly. —Julian ChokkattuSpecsCompatibilityQiWattageUp to 10 wattsExtra PortsNoneIn the Box4.11-foot USB-C cable and 20W power adapter, 7 sticker designs, alignment tool, cable clips, screwsWarranty1 yearA Family ChargerPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillChevronChevronSave to wishlistSave to wishlistZensQuattro Charger Pro 4$150 Apple$180 $135 (25% off) ZensThe Quattro Charger Pro 4 from Zens is ideal for anyone seeking a multi-device wireless charging station. This two-tier wireless charger has four spots capable of putting out up to 15 watts each. It's well built, stays put on a counter or desk, and comes in black or white. It is Qi2-certified, works with MagSafe iPhones, and can charge any regular Qi phone or device (earbuds cases too). Setting it up somewhere central to keep phones out of bedrooms at night is a good idea if you’re trying to improve everyone’s sleep hygiene. The thick barrel port cable and beefy 65-watt power adapter are included.SpecsCompatibilityQi2 and MagSafeWattageUp to 15 wattsExtra PortsNoneIn the Box5-foot cable and 65-watt power adapterWarranty3 yearsA Stylish 2-in-1 ChargerPhotograph: Julian ChokkattuSave to wishlistSave to wishlistCourantMag:3 Classics$100 Amazon$200 $100 (50% off) CourantCourant makes some of the prettiest wireless chargers out there, and my new favorite is the Mag:3 Classics/Essentials. I tried it in leather, but you can also save some cash with the linen version. There are two chargers here, but you can't fit two phones side by side. It's instead meant to be for one smartphone and one wireless earbuds case. I've used it with the iPhone 15 and AirPods Pro with no issues—the left charger is MagSafe-compatible and the right side is a Qi charger, and they both work with non-Apple products too. I've tested it with a Pixel phone using a MagSafe case and Google's wireless earbuds, and it all juiced up accordingly. I love that there's room to add your tchotchkes. It's my dedicated sunglasses spot. It comes with a cable and