One of the most welcome innovations in smartphones over the last few years has been speedy wireless charging, letting you juice up your iPhone or Android - and other devices - without needing to physically plug it in.

If you've got a phone that supports wireless charging, then we've got the list for you. We're routinely testing all the latest and best wireless chargers, and have the top options all in one place.

Most phones charging without a wire, such as the Samsung Galaxy series and the latest iPhone models, all use the standard Qi charging technology - which are supported by all the picks within this piece.

We've put them all through their paces by testing their charging speeds, as well as judging the value they offer and their relative build quality. So let's dive in.

Our Top Pick: Wireless Chargers

best wireless chargers photo 6
Belkin Boost Up 10W Charging Stand

Prop it up

If you want a simple wireless charger that provides a nice viewing angle, this is one of the top choices to consider.

Belkin Boost Up Wireless Charging Stand

For

  • Standing for viewing angles
  • Great compatibility

Against

  • Not the fastest charging

Belkin's 10W charging stand is actually one of the chargers we still use post-test, and it's a very reliable charger.

Not to your taste? Check out Belkin's more standard-looking wireless charging pad.

We like this model, though. Having our phone stood up makes it easier to check on things like the time or our notifications without having to pick it up off a pad.

best wireless chargers photo 11
Anker PowerWave Pad

A solid option

Anker's back with the PowerWave Pad, another super choice for the category.

Anker PowerWave Pad 10W

Amazon

For

  • Reasonable price
  • Works with everything

Against

  • A bit generic

For those who want a surface to lie their phone on rather than an angled stand, this is a circular pad that you set your phone down on.

The entire surface is coated in a fairly grippy finish to ensure that even glossy phones won't slide off. It has the same power delivery and cooling to keep it charging quickly.

best wireless chargers photo 4
SanDisk iXpand Wireless Charger 15W

Lightning speeds

A super speedy pad from SanDisk featuring 15W charging.

best wireless chargers photo 4
SanDisk iXpand Wireless Charger 15W

A super speedy pad from SanDisk featuring 15W charging.

For

  • Useful non-slip pads
  • Nice and quick

Against

  • Not the cheapest
  • Middling looks

SanDisk's iXpand brand is a basic but functional wireless pad that can charge up to 15W.

The AC adapter includes Qualcomm's QuickCharge 3.0 tech, which attaches to the charger using a USB-A to USB-C cable.

The bottom of the round, 4-inch pad has non-slip pads, while there's a blue LED to indicate charging is underway - it flashes red if a poor contact is made or something else is placed on the pad.

SanDisk says it'll work fine with cases less than 5mm thick, too.

best wireless chargers photo 3
Apple MagSafe Charger

Official option

A reliable option for those with an iPhone that's compatible with MagSafe.

best wireless chargers photo 3
Apple MagSafe Charger

A reliable option for those with an iPhone that's compatible with MagSafe.

For

  • Very simple and neat
  • Reliable charging

Against

  • Cheaper MagSafe chargers available

Apple's entry into wireless charging has a unique way of working - it has magnets that attach it smoothly and reliably to your iPhone 12 or iPhone 13. Of course, if you have another phone then it's not quite so simple, although it may well magnetize to others, as well.

For non-iPhone users, it won't be that sensible a choice. If you've got Apple's latest, though, this is the easiest way to charge it.

best wireless chargers photo 16
Spigen ArcField Charging Pad

Great option

A top MagSafe choice that you can get in a black finish.

Spigen ArcField for MagSafe Charger, Magnetic Wireless Charger for iPhone 12 MagSafe Charger Fast Wireless Charging Pad Compatible with iPhone 12 Pro 12 Pro Max 12 Mini MagSafe Case

Amazon

For

  • Clean design
  • Available in black

Against

  • Quite expensive

If you want an alternative to Apple's own MagSafe charger, Spigen's ArcField is definitely one to consider. It's really similar to the official charger, but you can get it in black which will appeal to many.

We've been really impressed by its solid build quality. If you've got an iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 of any size, this is a great choice.

How to choose a wireless charger

Picking up a wireless charger might seem like a simple proposition, and there are more complex buying decisions out there, but we still think there are a few questions to make sure you're on top of before you commit.

Wireless charging speeds - what to check

Wireless chargers are not born equal - there's power and speed at play. Read the fine print and work out how much power a charger can actually deliver, then square that against what power your phone or device can actually receive. This will give you an idea of whether a charging pad will work quickly or slowly. The higher wattage output, of course, will charge your phone quicker.

Can your device charge wirelessly?

The big question to answer often isn't about the charger, but rather what you're hoping to power up. It's worth double-checking and making sure that your phone, wireless earbuds or other devices actually support wireless charging - and, if it does, at what power. This will stand you in good stead when you start to look at the various options out there.

Do you want a stand?

If you need a charger for your phone, there are two main styles. The most common is a flat pad for you to lay it down on, and this works fine for most people. However, if you prefer you can also find options that stand your phone up more like a bedside or desktop clock. It's really up to taste, in our opinion, but there's a choice to be made there.