iPhone Chargers vs. Third-Party Charging Accessories
Looking for an iPhone charger or does your current charger need to be replaced? In this article, we make the choice between different iPhone chargers easier. Do you opt for an official charger or an accessory from another brand?
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Which iPhone charger is best?
Since the arrival of the iPhone 12, Apple no longer includes a charger in the box. This led to quite a few reactions at the time. Whether you like it or not, eventually there will come a time when you need to get a new iPhone charger. Do you go for an official charger from Apple or do you choose a less expensive option from another brand?
In this article we list the pros and cons for you. This allows you to make an informed decision and choose the charger that suits your needs.
Apple iPhone Chargers vs. Third-Party Charging Accessories
Every smartphone manufacturer says that the best charger is the official charger. But is that true? Is there really that big of a difference between third party chargers and the original charger?
Advantages and disadvantages of Apple’s iPhone chargers
The biggest advantage of Apple’s proprietary charger is that it’s made for a specific range of phones. The 20 Watt USB-c charger from Apple, for example, fits seamlessly with the specifications of the iPhone 12. This way you can be sure to get the maximum charging speed.
Nevertheless, the somewhat higher selling price can be a stumbling block. Compared to chargers and charging accessories, Apple’s official products are on the expensive side. On the other hand, you may ask yourself whether saving a few bucks when buying a charger for a brand new iPhone is worth it.
Advantages and disadvantages of third-party chargers
Third-party accessories have an edge, especially in categories such as multi-port chargers, car charging accessories and cables. These products are also often cheaper.
However, there is a bit of risk involved. For example, chargers from external parties may charge less quickly or not at all. In the worst case scenario, a bad charging accessory can even damage your smartphone.
What should I pay attention to when buying an iPhone charger?
Not all iPhone chargers and third-party accessories are bad. There are plenty of products that offer a good price-quality ratio. Keep the points below in mind. This is how you ensure that cheap does not become expensive:
- Check the webshop and seller. There are many dirt-cheap cables and accessories to be found via AliExpress or Wish. Check with yourself whether a few euros is a realistic price for a charger for an expensive smartphone.
- It is better to choose a charger sold by legit websites and stores. In addition, read the reviews that accompany a product.
- Go to the Apple Store. Apple stores also stock third-party cables and accessories. This way you have the guarantee that the cable delivers the quality you can expect. In this way, for example, you can also purchase a car charger with ‘approval’ from Apple.
Wireless charging with MagSafe
In addition to cables and cords, you can also choose a MagSafe charger from Apple. With the arrival of MagSafe, Apple finally has its own wireless charger. It uses the magnetic connector on the back of the iPhone 12 models. Do you want to know more about MagSafe? Then read our MagSafe FAQ in which we answer frequently asked questions about this new Apple connection.
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