These 10 Power Chargers Make For A Powerful Christmas Gift Idea

Charging our laptops and smartphones is an essential part of modern life.

The idea of a mega-roundup of power chargers has been on my “To Do” list for a while now, but I kept putting it off as it’s a huge undertaking. However, I can put the day off no longer as I am now inundated with the latest and best charging devices for keeping your computer, smartphone, tablet, watch or earbuds fully juiced and ready to go. So, without further delay, here’s my roundup of the best charging devices on the market right now.

This round up of ten charging stations and power chargers includes wireless chargers. multiport power stations and even charging stations with a power bank. If you travel or have a lot of devices to power and charge, then a great charger with plenty of flexibility is the perfect traveling companion.

The Anker Prime 250W USB C Charger has four USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, all controllable.

Anker Prime 250W USB C Charger, Ultra-Fast 6-Port GaN Charging Station

This is the big beast of the charging devices and was only launched a few weeks ago. There’s nothing else quite like it on the market and it has so many uses. For starters, there is 250W of charging power output in a desktop format.

A high-efficiency GaN-powered charging with four USB-C outputs on its front panel and two USB-A legacy ports on the right side. You can power up a 16-inch MacBook’s battery to 50% with this desktop charger in just 25 minutes using the first USB-C port which can output 140W.

Unusually, the Anker 250W USB-C Charger has a 2.26-inch color LED display that shows the amount of power and current being drawn by each of the USB-C ports. The smart control dial on the side of the charger enables instant adjustments to energy output, ensuring each device charges at its optimal speed.

Verdict: The Anker Prime 250W Charger is the best desktop power center money can buy. It can even link to a wireless network and be controlled from a smartphone. This device is multi-voltage and can keep all your devices charged and powered.

Price: $169.99 / £169.99

If you don't need a display, the nker Prime Charger, 200W 6-Port Gang Charging Station is a ... [+] brilliant desktop charging station.

Anker Prime Charger, 200W 6-Port Gang Charging Station

If you don’t need 250W of output and you don’t want the color display, you can save a heap of money by opting for this less-expensive charger from Anker. Offering 200W of output with a maximum of 100W when using two of the four USB-C ports, this device can keep laptops, smartphones, tablets and earbuds fully charged.

This charger can refuel two 14" MacBook Pros to 50% in just 28 minutes. As well as the four USB-C iQ charging ports, there are also two USB-A iQ ports. That means you can power or charge six devices at the same time from one compact GaN charger

Like other Anker chargers, this model has the brand’s exclusive MultiProtect and ActiveShield 3.0 system continuously monitoring charging temperatures to ensure all devices charge safely.

Verdict: The Anker Prime Charger 200W 6-Port GaN Charging Station offers excellent value for money. If you can forego the color display of the 250W model and don’t need the full 140W from a single port, this is the one for you as it’s very sensibly priced.

Price: $84.99 / £79.99

The 100W GaN travel charger is almost pocket sized and it offers two USB-C and a USB-A port.

Anker Prime 100W GaN 3-Port Fast PPS USB C Charger

The last of the trio of Anker chargers reviewed here is this handy 100W multi-voltage wall charger. This model is for the UK market and has foldable power prongs which are a godsend and won’t scratch your laptop when travelling.

This multi-device charger can power a phone, tablet and notebook at the same time and comes with two USB-C ports and a USB-A port for legacy devices. Rapid 100W charging means both USB-C ports or a combination of USB-C and USB-A ports can be used for fast and efficient charging with a maximum power budget of 100W shared across the three ports.

The ultra-compact design of the charger is 45% smaller than the original 96W MacBook charger, making it perfect for traveling. Advanced GaN technology and Anker’s ActiveShield 2.0, offer complete protection during the charging cycle. Like other Anker chargers, it also has a 24-month warranty.

Verdict: The Anker Prime 100W GaN charger is probably the only one you need for a business trip. It can charge a laptop, tablet and smartphone, plus the foldable prongs on the UK model are so welcome. Other plug designs are available.

Price: $84.99 / £69.99

Baseus PicoGo 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger provides Qi2 wireless charging.

Baseus PicoGo 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Qi2 67W

This compact Anker Prime 100W GaN 3-Port Fast PPS USB C travel charging station from Baseus makes an ideal bedside companion. With support for the latest Qi2 wireless charging protocol, it provides certified 15W wireless fast charging for an iPhone.

This Qi2 standard offers twice the charging speed of a traditional 7.5W wireless charger and is MagSafe-compatible. That means you can attach a MagSafe-compatible phone to the wireless charging platform even if it’s at an angle.

There is also a USB-C integral cable for charging other devices such as a smartphone or tablet. The Baseus PicoGo 2-in-1 doesn’t come with a power supply so you will need to use the one that comes with your laptop or smartphone. The charger can take up to 100W of power input.

Verdict: The Baseus PicoGo 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Qi2 67W is a handy travel mate and does have the benefit of Qi2 15W wireless charging which makes it ideal for the iPhone 16. You do need to factor in the cost of a power charger for the device so make sure you have one.

Price: $69.99 / €55.99

The Journey Glyde is an ingenious 4-in-1 charging station with a 10,000mAh power bank.

Journey Glyde 4-in-1 charger

The new Journey Glyde is a 4-in-1 portable charging station that also includes a built-in 10,000mAh power bank so you can charge devices even when there’s no power outlet nearby. Designed with Apple users in mind, this unique charging station features a retractable charging lid that slides open for fast charging of up to four devices.

The Glyde is Qi2 certified for 15W of wireless charging capability with any Qi2-enabled smartphone. There’s also a holder for an Apple Watch and wireless earbuds like Apple’s AirPods.

Like the Baseus PicoGo station, the Glyde doesn’t come with its own power supply so use one you already have; just make sure it’s powerful enough to run all four charging outlets including the 10,000mAh power bank.

Verdict: The Journey Glyde 4-in-1 charger is beautifully designed and capable of charging up to four devices three of them wirelessly. It’s another great travel companion and the power bank is a great feature.

Price: $169.99 / £129.99

KUXIU 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Station folds down into a little square that can fit in a ... [+] pocket.

KUXIU 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Station

I love this compact charging station from KUXIU. The X40Q folds up into a solid metal square that fits in the palm of your hand. Unfold it to produce a MagSafe charging platform with a shelf for an Apple Watch and a base for some AirPods. It does everything you could want from a portable charging station.

Designed specifically for Apple Magsafe, the KUXIU X40Q comes with a 20W power adapter that can fully charge devices in around two to three hours. It doesn’t support Qi2 15W charging, so if that’s a dealbreaker, maybe consider another of the devices featured here.

With its three-coil wide charging area, the KUXIUX40Q provides fast and stable wireless charging with built-in protection against over-heating, excess current and voltage, plus short circuit safety.

Verdict: This elegant little X40Q charging station from KUXIU is perfect for travelers and can happily charge your phone, earbuds and watch without taking up much space in your luggage. It ships in a handy travel case and includes a power adapter.

Price: £63.00

This U.S> charging station from Plugable is 120V only and includes three AC power outlets and three ... [+] USB-C ports.

Plugable 67W with 3AC outlets

This new charger from Plugable is one designed specifically for the U.S. The power input is restricted to 110V AC because the device has three U.S.-style power outlets which makes it incredibly useful for getting more sockets from a hotel power outlet.

Plugable’s Triple Charging Station comes with an extension cord and has three USB-C ports. An LED display shows the combined power output so you always know how current the connected USB-C devices are pulling.

With a combined power budget of 67W, enough for most laptops. There is protection against short circuits, overvoltage and overcurrent. The AC plug is right-angled and includes a cable tie for tidy traveling.

Verdict: The Plugable 67W with 3AC outlets is perfect for anyone traveling across the U.S. on business. It’s small enough to pack away in a suitcase and provides three AC outlets for powering other travel tech.

Price: $34.95

You'll never lose the Twelve South Plugbug 120W because it has Apple's Find My technology built in. ... [+] There is a 67W version available too.

Twelve South Plugbug 120W Tracking Charger

Are you always leaving power chargers behind in hotel rooms or clients’ offices? If so, the new Twelve South Plugbug 120W Tracking Charger is exactly what you need. This powerful charger is available with a range of outputs and is available in models for all popular international power outlets.

The Plugbug 120W has a space for a CR2032 button cell which powers the tracker device which works with Apple’s Find My technology. Set it up on your iPhone and if you leave the Plugbug somewhere, your iPhone will tell you and show you where you left it.

As well as its clever tracking feature, the Twelve South Plugbug 120W has four USB-C outlets and a shared power budget of 120W. It’s more than powerful enough to power a laptop, smartphone, tablet or earbuds.

Verdict: The Twelve South Plugbug 120W Tracking Charger is an ingenious device and perfect for anyone who has mislaid chargers. I’ve lost count of the number of hotels and offices I’ve had to call to get my charger back. If that sounds like something you might do, then you probably need the Plugbug.

Price: $119.99 / £119.99

The UGREEN Uno Charger 65W is shaped like a little robot and offers two USB-C and one USB-A outputs. ... [+]

UGREEN Uno Charger 65W USB C Charger Nexode 3-Port GaN Fast Charger

I love UGREEN product because they always feel so well-built and beautifully designed. The little UGREEN Uno Charger is no exception. This is a charger with a personality in the form of a little face on an LED screen that shows the charging status in real time when charging is in progress or when it has finished charging.

The Uno is shaped like a mini robot and uses the latest GaN technology with its two USB C ports and one USB A port supporting fast charging for three devices at the same time.

The Uno is multi-voltage, making it ideal for international travel and it has multiple safety features including short circuit protection, overload protection, over-temperature protection and overvoltage protection.

Verdict: The UGREEN Uno is a cute little charger that is perfect for traveling and can power a laptop as well as charging a smartphone or recharging a Bluetooth speaker. The price is cute too and the Uno is available for a range of international power outlets.

Price: $49.99 / £34.99

UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W USB C Charger the perfect travel charger.

UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W USB C Charger

I’ve saved the best for last in the form of the UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W USB C Charger. This is one of my favorite travel power supplies because it’s so small and comes with power outlet adapters for U.S., U.K. and E.U.

This is a GaN charger with an ultra-slim profile and 65W of output. With 2 USB C ports and 1 USB A port, the UGREEN Nexode Pro charger supports fast charging for 3 devices at the same time with an intelligent current distribution system. This charger can replenish a MacBook Air M2 from 0% to 50% in just 30 minutes.

The Nexode Pro 65W USB C Charger uses new generation GaN technology for faster and more powerful charging with better efficiency and less heat in a small and lightweight design. The flat design enables the charger to fit easily into narrow wall gaps.

Verdict: If you want an international travel charger that’s slim and light, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W USB C Charger is the one for you. The only thing it’s missing is a travel case, but you can probably find one of those on Amazon.

Price: $55.99 / £45.99

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