With the wireless charger market becoming more and more saturated ever since Apple opted to have the Qi standard of wireless charging in its latest devices it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the choices available. In this article, we’ve put together a list of 5 wireless chargers from different price ranges to help you get the best wireless charger for your budget. Starting from highest to lowest here are our suggestions:
Belkin Boost Up Wireless Charger iPhone X / 8
RRP. £54.99
The Belkin Boost Up wireless charging Pad is one of the two wireless chargers endorsed by Apple during its latest iPhone launch. It uses the Qi standards of wireless charging and provides fast charging for Qi-enabled smartphones such as iPhone 8, iPhone 8 plus and iPhone X, with up to 7.5W. It can charge through 3mm thick phone cases.
It is a sleek looking wireless charger however it is on the higher end of the price range at £54.99. There are many different cheaper wireless chargers that have similar features and performance.
Pros:
- Endorsed by Apple for Apple devices
- Fast charging up to 7.5W
- Sleek design
Cons:
- Higher end of the price range
- Precise positioning required
- Nothing to keep the slippery smartphones in place
- Can charge through only 3mm thick phone case
Samsung Wireless Charging Stand
RRP. £49.99
Samsung Wireless Charging Stand, as the name states it’s Samsung’s official wireless charger specifically meant for Samsung Qi enabled smart devices. It has a sleek looking design which allows you to prop up your device in both portrait or landscape aspect. It uses the Qi standard of wireless charging and provides fairy fast charging although there are faster wireless chargers available in the market. It sits among the mid to high price range wireless chargers at £44.
Pros:
- Samsung’s own product
- Built-in dual standing mode provides vertical and horizontal viewing
- Auto cut-off mode
Cons:
- High -mid range price point
- Faster wireless chargers available in the market
- Heats up when charging
i-Star Qi Wireless Charger
RRP. £20.00
Current offer. £12.97
i-Star Qi Wireless Charger, unlike other wireless chargers, is an ultra-compatible dual charge mode Qi charger that supports faster wireless charging for iPhone 8/8 Plus/X (7.5W) and other fast charge Qi-compatible devices (10W) on top of standard wireless charging (5W) for all Qi-enabled devices.
The best thing about i-Star wireless charger is the thin and sleek design with intelligent heat dissipation system and the non-slip pad & feet prevent the charger from slipping on a smooth surface and keeps the phone in place, helping inefficient charging. It can charge up to 8 mm transmission distance and a soft non-disruptive LED lets you know when your wireless charger is on and ready to charge, charging and has completed charging your device.
Pros:
- Faster wireless charging
- Smart LED charging indicator
- Thin, light and sleek design
- Well balanced design with non-slip pads
- Over-heat protection with intelligent heat dispersion design
- Compatible with all Qi-enabled phones
- Can charge through up to 8mm thick phone case
- Mid-range price point
- Slimness 10mm
Cons:
- The LED light stays on when charging
Auckly Jean Fabric Wireless Charger
RRP £29.99
The Auckly Jean fabric wireless charger, is a mid-low range smart looking wireless charger with zinc alloy and denim fabric design. It provides 10W charging for Samsung smartphones, however, it only provides 5W standard charging for iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus.
The thickness of the charger is only 5mm. The charging distance for this charger is average as you can’t charge through cases with a thickness greater than 3-5 mm. Considering how nice it looks, it could have done with slightly better performance, however considering the price the performance is good.
Pros:
- Nice design with Zinc Alloy and denim
- Slimness– 5mm
- Mid – Low price range
Cons:
- Charging distance is 3 – 5mm or less
- Faster chargers available in the market
- Charging can cause slight temperature rises
Spigen Essential Wireless Charger
RRP. £9.99
Spigen also uses the Qi universal standard for wireless charging. It is compatible with All Qi-enabled devices: iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google etc.
This charger is super slim with 4mm thickness and has LED indicator light in 3 modes. Non- slip feet prevent it from slipping on a smooth surface. It comes in two different colours, White and Black. The Input is 5V/2A and the Output is 5V/1A(Max). Charging distance is 5mm or less.
Pros:
- Super slim design – 4mm
- LED indicator light in 3 modes
- Low price point
- Available in white & black
Cons:
- Faster chargers available in the market
- Charging can cause slight temperature rises
- Charging distance is 5 mm or less.
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