18 Best Wireless Chargers, All Tested and Reviewed (2026)

Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch. Wireless charging isn’t nearly as cool as it sounds. It's not exactly wireless—a cord runs from an outlet to the charging pad—and it won't charge your smartphone faster than plugging it in with a good ol’ cord. Still, I'm always disappointed when I test a smartphone that doesn't support it. I've gotten used to plopping my phone down on a pad every night, and fishing for a cable in the dark feels like a chore. It's pure convenience more than anything else. After testing more than 100 products over the past few years, my colleague Simon Hill and I have sorted the good from the bad ( there are certainly bad ones ) and have identified the best wireless chargers. There are so many styles, shapes, and build materials that you have options, including stands, pads, wireless battery packs, and models that even double as headphone stands. 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 February 2026: We added chargers from Nomad, Scosche, and Zens, an honorable mention for a charger from Krafted, removed several old chargers, and updated prices. Not all phones support wireless charging, but most brands have models that do, so look up your phone model first. You'll usually see "Qi wireless charging" (the default standard) or simply "wireless charging" if it does on the product page or specs list. Phones that support the latest Qi2 standard , bear the Qi2 logo and have a ring of magnets for easy alignment (just like Apple's MagSafe). Qi2 is backward compatible, so Qi phones can be charged on Qi2 chargers, though they may charge at a slower rate. Sadly, this does not always apply the other way round, as we discovered with the HMD Skyline (the first Qi2 Android phone) which cannot be charged with all Qi chargers. Some phones are also Qi2 Ready , like Samsung's Galaxy S25 series . This means they have the necessary arrangement inside to enable Qi2 functionality—faster charging, more efficient energy transfer—but they don't have built-in magnets. To enable the full Qi2 capability, you need to pair the phone with a Qi2 Ready case with magnets inside. The latest update, Qi2 25W, allows for a faster maximum charging rate of 25 watts, up from 15 watts. Supported phones include the iPhone 17 range and Google's Pixel 10 Pro XL . Yes, most wireless chargers can charge through cases, unless it's a particularly thick case. Check the product listing—there's usually a case thickness limit in millimeters. Phones can get hot when charging wirelessly, so don't worry if your phone is really warm when you pick it up. Most smartphones have limits to stop accepting a charge if they get too hot. If you have a MagSafe charger or a Qi2 charger with magnets, you can use a magnetic case even if your phone doesn't support those standards. You may not be able to take advantage of all the features but it should deliver basic wireless charging that's more precise thanks to the magnets. Some manufacturers like Apple and OnePlus make wireless chargers that recharge their respective phones faster than others, but if you're looking for the speediest phone charger, you're better off sticking with a cord. Wireless charging is best for desks or nightstands when you're not really using your phone or in a rush to recharge it. Check out our Best USB-C Cables guide if you need one, though the cable that comes with your phone should be sufficient. Most MagSafe and Qi2 chargers can go up to 15 watts, and there are a handful of proprietary wireless chargers for specific phone models that can charge even faster. The latest Qi2 25W standard allows for charging up to 25 watts. It's worth noting that, even where phones support them, the maximum charging rates are only reached some of the time (the charging rate is automatically adjusted to preserve battery health). Many older iPhones are capped at 7.5 watts for wireless charging and many older Android phones are capped at 10 watts. We have included the maximum wireless charging rate in the specs table for each entry. Remember that the charger also requires the correct cable and power adapter to charge at its maximum rate. There's no definitive evidence that it's harmful. You may worry the phone's battery might degrade faster with wireless charging, but manufacturers set safe limits for phone batteries, stipulating how much a battery can be charged and how far it can discharge. Regardless of the charging source you use, whether you plug into a wall adapter or use a wireless charging pad, these limits can’t be overridden. There’s no risk of overcharging your phone by leaving it on a wireless charger all night. Try to keep your battery between 50 and 80 percent for optimum battery health . Keeping your phone fully charged or fully discharging the battery will degrade it slightly faster, and regularly swinging between full and empty will shorten its life. Battery technology has improved in recent years, and phone batteries are more reliable than ever. If you switch phones every two to three years or don’t mind paying a modest fee for a battery replacement on that timescale, it’s not worth worrying too much about how often or when you charge your phone. Nomad Stand One (4th Gen, Qi2 25W) $119 Nomad Practical 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, 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. 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. Compatibility Qi2 and MagSafe Wattage Up to 25 watts, 5 watts Extra Ports None In the Box 6.6-foot USB-C cable Warranty 2 years Anker PowerWave Pad and Stand $24 $20 (17% off Pad) $25 $16 (36% off Stand) $16 Anker 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. Compatibility Qi Wattage Up to 10 watts Extra Ports None In the Box 4-foot MicroUSB cable Warranty 18 months Spigen OneTap Pro 3 Cryomax $53 Amazon Spigen’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. Compatibility Qi2 and MagSafe Wattage Up to 15 watts Extra Ports None In the Box 5-foot cable Warranty 2 years Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Wireless Charger (Qi2 25W) $60 Amazon $60 Belkin Want 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 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. Compatibility Qi2 Wattage Up to 15 watts, 5 watts Extra Ports 1x USB-C In the Box 5-foot cable and 45-watt power adapter Warranty 2 y