Anker Cube MagSafe Charger Review: Best Compact 3-in-1 Wireless Charger

Introduction

The Anker Cube MagSafe Charger is one of the most popular 3-in-1 wireless charging stations on the market. Its unique folding design transforms from a compact cube into a full charging station, making it ideal for travel and desk use. Priced at ¥259 (~$36) on JD.com.

Specifications

Item	Spec
Phone Charger	MagSafe 15W / Qi 7.5W
Watch Charger	Apple Watch flat charger (2.5W)
Earbuds Pad	Qi 5W
Design	Foldable cube
Materials	Plastic + silicone anti-slip base
Input	30W USB-C (adapter not included)
Weight	280g
Dimensions	80 × 80 × 80mm (folded)
Colors	Black, White
Price	¥259 (~$36)

Design and Portability

The Cube’s genius is its folding mechanism. Folded, it’s a 80mm cube that slips into any bag. Unfolded, it extends to reveal a MagSafe phone stand, Apple Watch puck, and AirPods pad. The stands hold your iPhone in standby mode for a perfect bedside clock.

JD review: “Bought this for travel and ended up using it at my desk every day. The foldable design is brilliant. Only wish it came with a power adapter.” ★4.4 💡 Versatile foldable design for travel and daily use.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Compact folding design	No power adapter included
True 15W MagSafe charging	Watch charger lies flat (no nightstand mode)
Good value at $36	Plastic build, not premium feel
Phone stays in StandBy mode	Single USB-C input only

Verdict

Rating: 4.4/5 — The Anker Cube is the best travel-friendly 3-in-1 charger on the market. Its folding design is genuinely innovative, and at $36 it’s far cheaper than the Belkin BoostCharge Pro while delivering the same 15W MagSafe speed.

FAQ

Q: Does it include a power adapter? A: No. You need a 30W+ USB-C PD adapter (Anker recommends their Nano 30W).

Q: Can I use it while my phone is in a case? A: Yes, MagSafe cases work perfectly. Non-MagSafe cases may limit charging to 7.5W.

Q: Is it good for travel? A: Excellent. The folded cube takes minimal bag space and replaces three separate chargers.