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Matt Ng picks the top wireless chargers for speed and value

- Matt Ng

Isn't it annoying when you're fumbling around for your phone's charging cable at your nightstand or desk, only to discover that it's fallen on the floor? Now you've got to scurry behind the table, fumbling through cobwebs and crumbs for that pesky wire. Cables and sockets can also easily pick up dust, clogging your ports with dirt and hindering its charging ability.

A wireless charger fixes these problems immediately. Not only do they provide a more convenient charging method, but they can also help reduce wear and tear on your charging ports. Some can even charge multiple devices simultaneously, so you don't have to choose whether to top up your dying phone, smartwatch or wireless earbuds, with wireless charging stands, mounts, docks and more.

However, there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to wireless chargers, and the best ones generally depend on where you use them and what devices you have. I've stress-tested a number of wireless chargers, and I've handpicked the very best for every single device below.

How I tested

As a tech writer with more than 15 years of experience, I know what to look for in a wireless charger. For this review, I tested models by plugging in a variety of common devices, such as smartphones and earbud cases, testing their charge performance, build quality, design and cooling features (if any). I've tested most of these wireless chargers with a Samsung Galaxy S24+ and an iPhone 15, which is compatible with Qi charging but not Qi2-enabled, as well as my Mous MagSafe case.

So I tested these devices according to their:

• Charge performance: I'll connect my phone at 25 per cent battery and see how long it takes to charge to 100 per cent.

• Features: Can they charge more than one device at a time? Do they have cooling features?