Are you stocking up on more and more portable devices? How do you keep them all charged without creating a spaghetti junction of cables?
Thankfully Qi and MagSafe technology allow us to wirelessly charge our tech. I’m going to share with you my 3 best all-in-one wireless charging docks for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods. All which are under £100
I'll be delving into the pros and cons of each of my top 3 charging docks, including how the tech works, charging power and more.
Top 3 wireless charging docks
Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger (7.5W Wireless Charging Station for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods)
Mophie 3 in 1 Wireless Charge Pad (Qi Wireless 7.5W Charging Pad for Apple iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch)
Teminice 4 in 1 Wireless Charger (for Apple iPhone, Watch & AirPods & Pencil)
I’m a wireless charging station user myself, I use the Teminice 4-in-1 charger in my office. The Belkin and Mophie models got themselves in to my top 3 after extensive research into more than 30 popular wireless charging options.
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Let's take a closer look at why these are my top 3:
No.1: Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods.
Price: Approx £99.00 | Colours: Black or White | Size: H12.14 x W10.24 x D19.05cm
Power: Qi-enabled iPhones at 7.5W, Apple Watch and AirPods at 5W
Works with: iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, Apple Watch 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, AirPods 2, AirPods Pro
Charges through a case? Yes, up to 3mm thick
Pros of the Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
Upright charging
The iPhone charging stand holds an iPhone at approximately a 15 degree angle. The angle helps make notifications and message pop ups easy to read.
Intuitive design
With obvious places to pop your devices, there is no fiddling to get the charging spot right.
Suitable for nightstand mode
The Apple Watch charging point is upright, enabling you to use your watch in nightstand mode. Nightstand mode shows the clock on your watch in full screen, as well as date, charge and alarm time.
LED indicator
No need to tap your devices to check if they are charging, the small LED indicator shows that for you.
Singular cable
Only 1 wire exits from the back of the charging dock, keeping your space tidy.
Good price for top brand
Belkin are the No.1 third-party supplier of wireless charging devices. Therefore this 3-in-1 charging station is a bargain for under £100
Cons of the Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
All plastic
The all plastic design brings a cheaper look to the product and obviously means it's not environmentally friendly either.
AirPods and Apple Watch charging points close together
Charging points are closely located, if you're not careful you can knock one or the other off their charging positions.
Apple Watch charging point is a different colour
The charging circle on the black model is a lighter colour than the rest of the dock. When an Apple Watch is not charging you can see the circle doesn’t match the colour of the rest of the dock which spoils the aesthetic design.
Overview of the Belkin Charging Dock
When I purchased my charging station, I chose a budget brand, a low price was the strongest factor in my decision. Money aside, I would choose this Belkin charging station for the brand reputation and the nightstand mode ability for the Apple Watch.
No.2: Morphie 3-in-1 Wireless Charge Pad for Apple iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch
Approx: £95.00 | Colours: Black (plastic), grey (fabric) | Size: W7.25 x H4.0 x D4.0 in
Power: Qi-enabled iPhones at 7.5 W, Apple Watch and AirPods at 5 W
Works With: iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, Apple Watch 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, AirPods 2, AirPods Pro
Charges through a case? Yes, up to 3mm thick
Pros of Morphie 3-in-1 Wireless Charge Pad for Apple iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch
Classy material
Dark grey suede covers the top flat area of the pad, giving it a classy look. Perfect for the bedroom or office.
Singular cable
One wire from the back of the charging dock keeps your space neat and tidy.
Suitable for nightstand mode
Like the Belkin model, the Apple Watch charging point is upright, enabling you to use your watch in nightstand mode. Nightstand mode shows the clock on your watch in full screen, as well as date, charge and alarm time.
Extra support
A small protruding notch helps to hold the Apple Watch and stops it slipping off.
Intuitive Design
The Airpod charging area is easy to find via an indentation in the material
Cons of Morphie 3-in-1 Wireless Charge Pad for Apple iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch
Limited iPhone charging positions
You can spot iPhone charging area by the Morphie logo. Yet the phone position must be matched exactly over the coils to be able to charge.
AirPod Pro’s don’t fit
The case for AirPod Pro’s is larger than the indented area for AirPod charging. AirPod Pro's may not sit in the charging slot properly but are still able to charge.
Overview of Morphie Charging Pad
Customer reviews were super positive on the most part about this Morphie product. Based on reviews alone I’d be tempted to buy, but due to already owning a pair of original AirPods (non-wireless charging), this limited my choice which is why I brought the Teminice 4-in-1 charger. If you own a pair of Wireless charging AirPods the Morphie Charging Pad would work for you.
No.3: Teminice 4 in 1 Wireless Charger for Apple iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods & Apple Pencil
Price: Approx £30 | Colours: Black | Size: W17 x H8.5 x D1 cm
Power: 7.5W/5W for phone, 5W for AirPods, 2W for Apple Watch, 2W for iPencil
Works With: iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, Apple Watch 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, AirPods 2, AirPods Pro
Charges through a case? Yes, up to 3mm thick
Pros of Teminice 4 in 1 Wireless Charger for Apple iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods & Apple Pencil
Design is intuitive
With obvious places to pop your devices, it's easy to dock and run. You won't have to wait to see if the device is charging, there's not really any room for error.
Airpod charging dock
The Airpod charging area may not be wireless, but it accommodates all AirPod models. That includes the original AirPods which do not have wireless charging technology.
Non-slip mats at the base
The extra support means the charging station is stable on all tabletop materials.
Portrait and landscape charging
You can charge your iPhone vertically or horizontally. This feature allows you to watch a movie, play a game or chat to friends whilst charging.
One cable
Like the other models in this article just one wire comes from the back, keeping your space clear.
Led Indicator
Checking if your devices are charging is easy with the LED indicator.
Adjustable angle
The Teminice charging station offers 2 leaning angles for your iPhone which you can adjust these easily from the back of the station.
It’s super cheap
Best of all, this device is under £30! I’ve had mine for 6 months and it works perfectly for my needs without breaking the bank.
Cons of Teminice 4 in 1 Wireless Charger for Apple iPhone, Watch, AirPods & Pencil
All plastic
Not as professional looking as the Morphie 3-in-1's suede design, and of course, like the Belkin model being all plastic, it's not environmentally friendly.
Only charges original Apple Pencil
The Teminice Apple charging station offers wireless charging for iPhone and Apple Watch, but docked, lightening charging for Apple Pencil and AirPods. Only original Apple Pencils can charge through this station, the Apple Pencil 2 only charges wirelessly and doesn't have lightening docking ability.
I have an Apple Pencil 2 and I am unable to charge my pencil on this device. Not that it worries me, as I continue to snap the pencil to my iPad (magnetically) for charging.
Overview of Teminice Charger
I am 100% happy with my Teminice 4 in 1 Wireless Charger. I spent less than £30 on a device I use every day at my desk. I love the upright iPhone stand as I can read notifications as they pop up.
The plastic design doesn’t make the product look or feel high quality, yet it’s simple and reliable functionality makes up for that.
For anyone on a budget, this is the charger for you.
My conclusion of the best wireless charging dock for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods
If you’re looking for a budget multi-device charging station, then the Teminice 4-in-1 is a winner. However, if money is no question, I'd personally go for the Belkin 3-in-1 charging station.
You may be asking, what about Apple? Do Apple offer any products for wireless charging? They do yes, but to better describe the options from Apple, let's look at the wireless technology in a little more detail:
What is Qi?
Qi is wireless charging technology (through very short distances) and allows for easy charging, no cables, no fuss, no mess.
What iPhones have Qi wireless charging?
At the time of writing Apple iPhone: 12 Pro Max, 12 Pro, 12, 12 mini, SE 2020, 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 11, XS, Max XS, XR, 8, 8 Plus
Can you wirelessly charge older Apple iPhone models?
Short answer, yes. Long answer, you’ll need an adapter. The adapter plugs into your phone's port, however that then renders your port unusable for anything else.
How much power should a charger or charging station have?
Qi enabled iPhones can charge at 7.5 watts, and up to 5 watts for Apple Watch and AirPods. Some Android devices can charge a lot faster, but I’m sure Apple won’t sit in the slow lane for long.
I’ve found my 7.5 watt wireless charger will charge my iPhone XS Max approx. 15%-20% in half an hour.
What is MagSafe?
MagSafe is a technology made by Apple, and is a magnetic ‘snap on’ technology. MagSafe chargers for Macbooks have been around for years and was introduced for the iPhone 12 in 2020.
The biggest benefit of MagSafe wireless charging for iPhone is the speed of the charge; doubling the previous wattage in Qi versions to 15 watts.
The downside to MagSafe is that you can only use MagSafe tech through Apple currently.
What iPhones have MagSafe functionality?
The iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max and likely future iPhones.
What are some MagSafe for iPhone Chargers?
Apple MagSafe Charger
Apple MagSafe Duo Charger
Are there other note-worthy charging docks?
As I said at the start, there are so many wireless charging stations to choose from, picking a top 3 was tough. Here’s another 3 wireless chargers that almost made my cut, or might be off topic slightly but are still worth a shout out:
In Conclusion
My best advice would be to consider what devices you have and what charging stations cover all your device needs. Consider when you might upgrade your devices, plus if you will be getting a MagSafe capable device. Try and shop for a combination of both now and the future.
Which charging dock did you go with? Let me know if there's an alternative station you feel is a winner too. If you'd like to read more technology or office gadget articles take a look at my 'For Business' page.
Jen - Author, Tried and Loved.
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