Quick List
1. Best overall
2. Best 3-in-1
3. Best 2-in-1
4. Best single
5. Best travel
6. Most versatile
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Plugging in your iPhone and leaving it to charge on your nightstand is so last season, honey — why have it laying flat, useless while it charges when you can have it standing up, acting like a bedside clock? MagSafe only makes the whole thing easier even, as you can use an arm to keep that iPhone suspended for an even better look at the clock while it is in Standby mode.
From the iPhone 12 onwards, you can use the ring of magnets embedded into the back of the phone to charge your phone on a nightstand charger, and put your phone to good use while it juices up. these are the best stands that let you do just that, and they've all got their own use cases so that you can find the best MagSafe charging stand for you
Quick list
Best Overall
The Anker 3-in-1 Cube is our number-one pick for the Best MagSafe charging stand. Weighty and designed to position your charging MagSafe devices at comfortable viewing angles, it's got a hidden retractable Apple Watch Charger, and a Qi wireless charging spot to place your AirPods on. The Cube takes the top spot because of its beautiful design and versatility.
Best 3-in-1
The Anker 737 MagGo Charger (3-in-1 Station) is the complete package for anyone who wants to charge their iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods stylishly and conveniently. You'll get 15w fast charging via MagSafe and a convenient LED to let you know when your AirPods are charging. It's a bulky stand, however, so won't be leaving your desk or nightstand.
Best 2-in-1
The Belkin BoostCharge Pro is an elegant option for anyone who just needs access to a MagSafe charging stand and an Apple Watch charger. The design here is what sets the BoostCharge Pro above other 2-in-1 MagSafe charging stands on the market and it's gorgeous in the Sand colorway.
Best Single
The Ugreen Nexode 100W with 15W wireless charging station is an absolute powerhouse. While technically not a single MagSafe charging stand, the single MagSafe charging element is housed on a sturdy base with access to 100W GaN charging ports. An all-round fantastic option if you don't need to charge AirPods at the same time as your iPhone or an Apple Watch.
Best Travel
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1) is as good as travel chargers get. It's fast, compact, and charges your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch with ease. The travel charging stand takes advantage of speedy Qi2 MagSafe charging, folds down to a tiny block, and is perfect for throwing into a bag.
Most Versatile
The Pitaka MagEZ Slider 2 is the most versatile MagSafe charging stand we've ever used. It charges your iPhone at your desk and then you can slip out the charging element to take on the go as an external battery pack. With a cool design and fantastic build quality, the MagEZ Slider 2 rules.
Best overall
The Anker Cube was voted iPhone accessory of the year in the 2023 iMore Awards and it's easy to see why. This gorgeous MagSafe charging stand is both sturdy and compact with a tilting MagSafe charger that allows you to lay your iPhone flat or horizontally. With a retractable Apple Watch charger and a wireless charging pad for your AirPods, the Cube is one of the best accessories we've ever reviewed.
The weighty base feels right at home on your desk or nightstand and it's small enough to fit onto a narrow shelf. Anker makes some of the best iPhone accessories on the market and the 3-in-1 MagSafe Cube may be the company's very best.
Best 3-in-1
The Anker 737 is one of the best MagSafe charging stands on the market and ideal for anyone looking for a 3-in-1 charger that doesn't need to leave your home. Its 3D triangular shape is very unique and allows you to charge AirPods on the wireless charging pad underneath.
There are no tilt angles for StandBy and larger phones, like the iPhone 15 Pro Max, may be a tight squeeze when charging vertically, but there's not much here not to like. Anker makes fantastic accessories, hence why there are three Anker products on this list, so you know you're getting one of the best chargers around when picking up a 737.
It's not cheap, but you won't need to worry about buying another charger for your portable Apple products ever again.
Best 2-in-1
If you don't own AirPods and want a simple 2-in-1 charging solution for your iPhone and your Apple Watch, the Belkin Boostcharge Pro 2-in-1 is an excellent choice, despite a few setbacks.
This gorgeous MagSafe charging stand feels incredibly sturdy and premium and comes in two beautiful colors. Perfect for charging the best iPhones and an Apple Watch, this is our top pick for anyone who doesn't own AirPods.
We'd recommend opting for the Anker Cube over the Belkin Boostcharge Pro 2-in-1 just in case you decide to buy wireless earbuds down the line and need to charge them too. But if your heart is set on buying a 2-in-1 MagSafe charger this may very well be the best.
Best Single
The Ugreen Nexode 100W GaN with 15W MagSafe charging stand is a brilliant option for those who value ports over extra charging elements. While this isn't necessarily a single MagSafe charging stand as you can charge multiple devices, it does offer something different. The 100W GaN charger can charge bigger devices like a MacBook so makes perfect sense for your desk setup.
While the cable is pretty weighty and inflexible, the benefits of this charger far outweigh the cons making it a fantastic option for anyone who doesn't own an Apple Watch and has no intention of buying one in the future.
Best travel
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1) is the perfect travel companion thanks to its compact folding design that allows you to bring your MagSafe charging stand wherever you go.
This particular charger has the new Qi2 wireless charging standard which gives you speedy 15W charging with better efficiency. There really isn't much more you could want in a portable MagSafe charger, making this the best travel option for anyone looking to use StandBy on the go.
That said, if you use the Apple Watch's Nightstand mode, this isn't the best option as it can't charge a Watch vertically with its weak magnet in the charging element.
Most versatile
The Pitaka MagEZ Slider 2 is the most versatile MagSafe charging stand on the market as it doubles as a portable battery pack. Pitaka make fantastic modular products and the MagEZ Slider 2 is no different, it's perfect for anyone who forgets to charge their external batteries.
With a premium feel and a classy design, the MagEZ Slider 2 is one of our favorite MagSafe chargers full stop. If you're not looking for a product that charges multiple devices at once then you definitely consider this brilliant option from Pitaka.
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Things to consider when buying a MagSafe charging stand
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- Size - You need to decide if you want a compact charger that can fit in your bag or something that will be plugged into your desk and never move. Deciding on the size of your MagSafe charging stand will narrow down your options.
- Charging elements - Do you want to charge your iPhone and additional Apple products like an Apple Watch and AirPods? Or are you happy with a product that only charges your iPhone? Determining how many charging elements you want is key to finding the right product.
- Price - Charging stands can vary in price and some are way above the $100 mark. Your price range will determine if you get a 3-in-1 with added AirPods charging capabilities or if you opt for MagSafe charging stands where you need to add your own cables.
