Best MagSafe cables and chargers for iPhone 16

There’s no better way to charge your new iPhone 16 than with MagSafe. Pick the right charger and it’s as fast as a cable. And even when it’s a bit slower, it’s certainly the simplest and most convenient option. 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 16, it’s time to stock up on cables, charging stations and battery packs. Here are the best available right now.

Picking the best MagSafe accessories for iPhone 16

When shopping for a MagSafe charger, there are a couple of questions you need to ask yourself: Where will you be charging your iPhone 16, 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 mat and cable you can easily move around. If your iPhone will be sitting on a table, taking advantage of iOS’s 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.

Also, the iPhone 16 series has a new trick: it can take in 25W of wireless power, but that requires a special charger. So far, there’s only one of these on the market. Most others top out at 15W. (The max wattage is listed with each product below.)

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 16 if you need a new one.)

Table of contents: Best MagSafe cables and chargers for iPhone 16

• Apple’s official MagSafe cable
• Best braided MagSafe cable
• Best budget MagSafe cable
• Best all-in-one MagSafe charging station for StandBy mode
• Best compact MagSafe charging station for StandBy mode
• Best budget MagSafe charging station
• Best MagSafe battery pack
• Best MagSafe car mount
• Best MagSafe travel charger
• Best budget MagSafe travel charger

Best overall MagSafe cable

Apple’s official MagSafe charging puck is arguably still the best option overall, especially if you have an iPhone 16 model. 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 16 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. As a bonus, a new version launched in September 2024 can juice up all the iPhone 16 versions at up to 25W, so they charge as fast as a cable.

The price starts at $39 for a version with a one-meter cable.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Apple

Best braided MagSafe cable

If you’re a little heavy-handed and tend to destroy nylon cables, go for Belkin’s braided MagSafe Wireless Charger Pad. It delivers 15W of power, and combines it with a 6.6-foot cable and a 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 value than Apple’s.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best budget MagSafe cable

You don’t have to splash your cash for MagSafe. The Jsaux Magnetic Wireless Charger for iPhone offers 15W — the typical MagSafe charging speed — 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 30%. You also can pick from four 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

This incredibly sleek 3-in-1 charging station from Petino is everything you need to charge iPhone 16, 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, 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. And there’s currently a coupon for 15% off.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best compact MagSafe charger for StandBy mode

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 charges at 15W, and 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 for a $49.99 price.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best budget MagSafe charging station

You can get MagSafe iPhone 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 outs out 15W so it’s great for iPhone 16, and you can get yours right now on Amazon for less than $33 after a 45% discount.

Power adapter included? No.
Buy from: Amazon

Best MagSafe battery pack

For charging iPhone 16 on the go, Anker’s Magnetic Portable Charger is the best option. It packs 5,000mAh of power — enough to charge iPhone 16 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 it works at 12W. And its PU leather coating feels great in the hand. It’s also nicely priced at less than $40.

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

If you want more power (15W), you can bump up to the similar MagGo Power Bank (10K, Slim) from Anker’s just announced 2024 MagGo lineup. This 10,000mAh Qi2 wireless power bank also features a 30W USB-C port. Its matte finish comes in four colors, and the power bank measures just 0.58 × 2.78 × 4.09 inches. It costs $69.99.

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

Best MagSafe car mount

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 16 in any orientation while you’re driving, and slides into almost any air vent. It goes at 15W and also includes a 12V car plug for charging. It’s currently on sale for $49.99.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best MagSafe travel charger

Twelve South’s ButterFly is a 2-in-1 MagSafe iPhone and Apple Watch travel charger that folds into a tiny package. It offers 15W fast-charging and can serve as a kickstand for your handset. This is a premium product with a price to match: $129.95. But its innovative design makes it very portable and durable. Read our review for more details.

Power adapter included? Yes.
Buy from: Amazon

Best Budget MagSafe travel charger

Need an ultra-small MagSafe charger for iPhone and more that’s ideal for traveling? Check out this foldable three-in-one option for less than $35 — currently with a $10 off coupon available on Amazon. It’s clearly inspired by Apple’s MagSafe Duo Charger (now discontinued, likely due to its Lightning port). But it charges iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods at the same time, and uses USB-C rather than Lightning. It only sends the iPhone 7.5W, though. AirPods get 5W and Apple Watch gets 3W.

It also comes in four eye-popping colors. And a 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

We originally published this post on the best MagSafe chargers for iPhone on September 22, 2023. We updated the information to include new products for iPhone 16.