Best MagSafe cables and chargers for iPhone 15

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These are the best MagSafe cables and chargers for iPhone 15.
MagSafe is the best way to charge your new iPhone.
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There’s no better way to charge your new iPhone 15 than with MagSafe. Sure, it might not be the fastest charging method, but it’s certainly the simplest and most convenient. And, let’s face it, plugging in a cable is nowhere near as satisfying as that snap you hear when slapping a MagSafe accessory onto the back of your iPhone.

If you’ll be experiencing MagSafe for the first time with iPhone 15, it’s time to stock up on cables, charging stations and battery packs. Here are the best available right now.

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Picking the best MagSafe accessories for iPhone 15

When shopping for a MagSafe charger, there are a couple of questions you need to ask yourself: Where will you be charging your iPhone 15, and how will you be using it?

If you want to be able to use your device during top-ups, you’ll want a simple MagSafe cable you can move around. If your iPhone will be sitting on a table, taking advantage of iOS 17’s new StandBy mode, you’ll want a MagSafe charging station that safely elevates your device so you can see it. If you need juice on the go, grab a MagSafe battery pack.

Whatever the case may be, you’ll find the best options below. But before you buy, be warned: Many MagSafe chargers don’t ship with a USB-C power adapter to plug them into. So, unless you already own one, you’ll need to pick up one of those as well. (We noted whether a power adapter comes in the box beneath each recommended product.)

You also will need to remember that not all iPhone cases are MagSafe-compatible. If yours doesn’t come with built-in magnets, and/or it’s not super-thin, the case likely will prevent MagSafe accessories from attaching properly. (Check our roundup of the best cases for iPhone 15 if you need a new one.)

Best overall MagSafe cable

Apple still makes the best overall MagSafe charger for iPhone 15.
Simple and reliable.
Photo: Apple

Apple’s official MagSafe charger is arguably still the best option overall. You know what you’re getting from it, and that’s a fully compatible and ultra-reliable charger that — so long as you’re not too rough with it — won’t let you down.

You’ll enjoy perfect alignment on iPhone 15 and all other compatible models, plus magnets that are plenty strong enough. And did you know that its wireless charging capabilities aren’t exclusive to iPhone? You can use it with any device that supports the Qi standard.

Bag yours from Amazon right now for a 15% discount down to $33.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best braided MagSafe cable

Belkin makes the best braided MagSafe cable for iPhone 15. Its built-in kickstand elevates your iPhone while charging.
You also get a built-in kickstand.
Photo: Belkin

If you’re a little heavy-handed and tend to destroy nylon cables, go for Belkin’s braided MagSafe Wireless Charger Pad. It delivers the same 15W of power as Apple’s charger and combines it with a longer, 6.6-foot cable and a more durable design.

What’s more, Belkin thoughtfully added a small kickstand to the back of the charging pad, so you can enjoy hands-free videos and FaceTime calls during top-ups. It comes in black, blue or white, and goes for just $29.99, making it an even better deal than Apple’s.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best budget MagSafe cable

Jsaux makes the best budget MagSafe charging cable for iPhone 15.
The colorful MagSafe chargers won’t break the bank.
Photo: Jsaux

You don’t have to splash your cash for MagSafe. The Jsaux Magnetic Wireless Charger for iPhone matches those above in charging speeds, but is nearly half the price at less than $16. And if you buy it now from Amazon, you can apply a coupon that’ll save you 35%.

You also can pick from five pretty color options, which you won’t get from Apple.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best all-in-one MagSafe charging station for StandBy mode

Petino makes one of the best MagSafe charging stations for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods.
This understated aluminum design looks good anywhere.
Photo: Petino

This incredibly sleek 3-in-1 charging station from Petino is everything you need to charge iPhone 15, Apple Watch and AirPods. Made from a cool aluminum alloy, it looks great on almost any desk or nightstand, and it features foldable charging pads that make it easy to pack when you’re traveling.

The MagSafe charger holds your iPhone in portrait or landscape mode, making it ideal for StandBy mode in iOS 17, while special thermal layers built into the station’s base ensure it never gets too hot — not even while charging three devices simultaneously. It’s the best all-in-one option at less than $66.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best compact MagSafe charger for StandBy mode

ESR makes the best compact MagSafe charger for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. It works great with the new StandBy mode in iOS 17.
Its removable Apple Watch charger plugs into any USB-C port.
Photo: ESR

If StandBy mode is your main concern, you may want a charging station that’s a little more compact. This one from ESR is ideal. It also supports iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods, but it stacks them all together in a neat little package that takes up hardly any room.

The charger’s clean, unique design allows its Apple Watch charging pad to be removed, which means you can take it with you on the go and plug it into any USB-C port. It can hold your iPhone in portrait or landscape mode, and it just looks great. Bag yours now to get 10% off its $69.99 price tag.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best budget MagSafe charging station

The Spigen OneTap Pro is the best budget MagSafe charging stand for iPhone 15.
Get yours now for less than $36.
Photo: Spigen

You can get MagSafe charging stations for very little these days, but you’ll want to avoid the cheapest ones — most of which are unreliable and suffer from painfully slow charging speeds. The Spigen OneTap Pro is an affordable option that’s great for iPhone 15, and you can get yours right now on Amazon for less than $36 after a 40% discount.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best MagSafe battery pack

Anker's MagSafe battery pack is the best option for iPhone 15.
Anker makes some of the best charging accessories money can buy.
Photo: Anker

For charging iPhone 15 on the go, Anker’s Magnetic Portable Charger is the best option. It packs 5,000mAh of power — enough to charge iPhone 15 Pro Max to 100% with juice left over — into a compact form factor that won’t weigh you down.

The Magnetic Portable Charger snaps onto the back of your iPhone, so no cables are necessary. And its PU leather coating feels great in the hand. It’s also nicely priced at less than $40, and you can get 10% off if you apply the coupon that’s available on Amazon right now.

Power adapter included? Battery built-in, but cable and adapter (not included) required to charge.
Buy from: Amazon

Best MagSafe car mount

Belkin's MagSafe Car Mount is the best option for charging iPhone on the road.
This MagSafe charger slides into almost any air vent.
Photo: Belkin

MagSafe makes it easier than ever to charge your iPhone on the road without having to worry about plugging it in every time you get in the car. This MagSafe car mount from Belkin safely holds onto your iPhone 15 in any orientation while you’re driving, and slides into almost any air vent. It also includes a 12V car plug for charging.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best MagSafe travel charger

This foldable, 3-in-1 MagSafe charger is the best for travel. It supports iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time.
This travel charger turns into an iPhone stand and folds away into a tiny package.
Photo: Rtops

Need an ultra-small MagSafe charger for traveling? Check out this foldable three-in-one option for less than $40. It’s clearly inspired by Apple’s MagSafe Duo Charger, which has been discontinued (likely due to its Lightning port), but it charges iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods at the same time.

What’s more, its clever design means that if you’re charging an iPhone by itself, or an iPhone and an Apple Watch, you can turn the charger into a stand that holds your handset upright. When you’re not using it at all, it folds away into a tiny little package that you can take with you anywhere.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

For a limited time, you can get a similar travel charger from Cult of Mac Deals for just $32.99. However, note that it does not come with a power adapter.

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