Have you ever placed your iPhone on a wireless charger before bed, only to wake up and find it never actually charged because it wasn't lined up properly? Apple's MagSafe wireless charging standard might be the way to go. It uses a strong magnetic array to ensure your iPhone is in the perfect position for charging.
We've listed our favorite MagSafe charging solutions for your iPhone below, but keep in mind that many of them also work with any phone that supports the Qi wireless charging standard. If you don't own a MagSafe-compatible device, check out our roundup of more universal wireless chargers. And while you are thinking about battery life, consider purchasing a portable charger for those times you aren't near an outlet.
MagSafe or MagSafe Compatible?
In addition to helping ensure your phone is actually charging when it snaps into place, MagSafe offers the maximum wireless charging speed possible for your compatible iPhone. No, it won't charge your phone as quickly as a fast-charging adapter with a USB-C-to-Lightning cable, but it works twice as fast as standard Qi wireless chargers.
Keep in mind that MagSafe chargers and MagSafe-compatible chargers aren't the same. A MagSafe charger supports a maximum output of 15W and has a built-in magnetometer and compass to prevent interference if you use your iPhone while charging. Chargers that are only MagSafe-compatible rely on the Qi charging standard, max out at charging speeds of 7.5W, and don't feature anti-interference features. Those compromises could be a deal breaker for some, but you might not care in light of their lower cost.
Steven Winkelman contributed to this story.
