Belkin has just released two excellent new Qi2.2 chargers – providing 25W MagSafe charging in an ultra-compact design. Normally, these products are centered around the Apple ecosystem, but Belkin’s new 3-in-1 actually embraces modularity and gives Android users an option to bring their own watch charger. Both are very slim, and work excellently no matter which ecosystem you’re in.
UltraCharge 3-in-1 Modular
With the UltraCharge Modular, Belkin embraces Android devices, including silicone inserts that let you use other watch chargers with the product. On top of Apple Watch, it supports Pixel Watch 1, Pixel Watch 2/3, and Galaxy Watch. It is a bring your own cable setup, and it does require a cable that ends in USB-C – but this is incredibly clutch, especially as tons of Android makers add support for Qi2.
As for the fit and finish, I’d say the UltraCharge Modular is pretty up to par. It’s a nice hard plastic for most of the enclosure, with silicone on the base and on the point where you attach your phone. When you flip up the top, you reveal a second Qi charger for charging your AirPods or other wirelessly charging earbuds. It also comes with a 45W brick and 5ft USB-C cable in the packaging.
My biggest caveat would be that there’s no active cooling. This could result in your phone getting a little warm, especially if you’re not using an iPhone 17 Pro with its excellent thermals. Nonetheless, Belkin promises a 0-50% charge in just 35 minutes.
At just $65, the UltraCharge Modular is priced pretty competitively compared to other Qi2.2 or 25W MagSafe 3-in-1 offerings on the market, though you do have to bring your own watch charger. It’s available in two colors: Sand and Black. You can buy it on Amazon.
UltraCharge Pro 2-in-1 Convertible
Unlike the previous charger, the UltraCharge Pro does come with an integrated Apple Watch puck – which also means it isn’t as Android friendly. Nonetheless, if you want the most compact 2-in-1 charger for travel – this is the option for you.
The Apple Watch charge puck folds up from the inside and can sit at three different angles – including completely flat. This is nice if you want more of a side by side setup. It’s also great for StandBy with its low height.
The UltraCharge Pro 2-in-1 shares similar build quality to the previous charger, which is to say it is sturdy. Only build complaint of mine would be the fact that folding up the watch charger can be a little stiff, and it might be hard to do with one hand if you don’t have longer fingernails.
Similar to the previous charger, it also includes a tiny 45W charge brick and a cable in the box – but this cable is braided.
If you want the slimmest 2-in-1 charger you can throw in your bag for travel (perhaps in lieu of MagSafe Duo), this new UltraCharge Pro Convertible is an excellent option. Belkin promises 0 to 50% charges in just 29 minutes, so it’ll be rather speedy. It’s available in two colors: Sand and Black, coming in at $85 and $99 respectively – there’s a discount on Sand right now.
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