Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe review
The Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe may leave some reeling at its expensive $129.99 / £129.95 / AU$299.95 price tag. However, this brand is a reliable name that’s known for its quality products, so even a penny pincher like myself has come around to this chonky charging companion.
First of all, I loved how secure my phone felt when attached to this stand. The adjustable viewing angle came in very handy, the hinge felt strong and just stiff enough to hold my phone at the angle I wanted. It was really easy to change my phone from portrait to landscape too, making it a delightful desk companion whether I was scrolling through emails or watching YouTube.
This MagSafe charger offers 15W charging power. When tested with an iPhone 13 Pro, the Anker 3-in-1 Cube took two hours and fifteen minutes to charge it from 0%-100%, which is a fairly average charging time compared to the multitude of wireless charging stands I’ve tested.
There’s a satisfying little press-and-pull pop-out platform on the right-hand side of the cube that holds the Apple Watch charger. When in the popped-out position, the platform felt easily movable so I was concerned that the internal attachment may be a little flimsy, although it didn’t pose any problems during testing.
It took the Anker 3-in-1 Cube just an hour and fifteen minutes to charge my Apple Watch Series 9, which was only eleven minutes slower than the fastest Apple Watch charger I’ve tested to date, achieved by the impressive – albeit much larger-sized – Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station 3-in-1 Stand. I was really pleased to discover that the rear wireless AirPod charging pad also worked great for juicing up a pair of wireless earbuds that supported the tech.
As fond as I am of this charger, I must disagree with Anker that it’s in any way “travel-ready”. Far from pocket-sized at about 2.4 x 2.4 x 2.5 inches / 60 x 60 x 63mm and weighing in at 14oz / 405g, its weight and sturdy design teamed with the non-slip base make it perfect for leaving on your desk or nightstand. But I wouldn’t say that it’s convenient for travel at all.
Overall, if you’re looking for a sturdy 3-in-1 MagSafe charger and you’re happy to part with the cash, the Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe wouldn’t be a bad choice. However, there are plenty of options out there if you’d rather have a more travel-friendly alternative that will charge your devices a little faster, then the ESR Qi2 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Set is worth a look. Or, if these Anker or ESR chargers cost more than you’d like to spend, then the Mous MagSafe Compatible 3 In 1 Portable Charger would make a truly transportable alternative.
If you haven’t yet made a decision on which charger would suit you best I recommend taking a look at our helpful guides of the best iPhone chargers and best wireless chargers for more ideas.
Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe review: price & specs
| Price | $129.99 / £129.95 / AU$299.95 |
| Total power output | 30W |
| Devices charged | 3 |
| USB-C | Yes – power in |
| Wireless charging | Yes – MagSafe |
| Weight | 14oz / 405g |
| Dimensions | 2.4 x 2.4 x 2.5 inches / 60 x 60 x 63mm |
