Best Android Chargers for 2026: Wall, Wireless, and Portable Picks
WIRED's experts list the best Android chargers for 2026. All picks support USB-C Power Delivery and work with iPhone too.
Choosing the right Android charger depends on what you need: fast charging from zero to 100, overnight bedside top-ups, or charging while traveling. WIRED review staff constantly test Android chargers, and these are the top picks for different situations.
In the past, different phones required different cords, such as Lightning for iPhones or Micro-USB for Android. Today, most devices use a USB-C cable, and modern smartphones from Apple, Google, and Samsung use the Power Delivery standard — a fast-charging protocol for USB-C that uses higher voltage and wattage. Every charger below supports USB-C PD, so it works with any smartphone ecosystem, including the iPhone.
Best Wall Charger for Android
The Anker Nano 45W with USB-C Cable is a wall charger that can reach 45 watts, enough to top off most Android phones as quickly as possible. Some handsets support 60 or even 100 watts, but unless your device specifically supports that, 45W will cover you. It has foldable prongs and includes a 6-foot USB-C cable, a rarity in these days. A newer version without a cable and with a built-in display exists, but WIRED hasn't tested it yet.
Best Power Bank for Android
The Anker Laptop Power Bank is overkill for most smartphones, but its massive 25,000-mAh capacity can easily charge a laptop, tablet, and phone multiple times. The built-in display and cables are great, and it can top off four devices at once. If you're investing in a power bank, it makes sense to get more capacity than you think you need.
Best Qi2 Portable Charger for Android
The Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K) (Qi2) works similarly to MagSafe but with Android. Not all Android phones are Qi2 compatible, but most will work with this power bank, just possibly slower than the base 15 watts. Wireless charging is slow in general, but still handy. The charger has a kickstand, a built-in display, a two-way USB-C port, and some color options.
Best USB-C Charging Cable for Android
The Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable is 6 feet long and durable. It supports charging up to 240 watts, is made from recycled plastic, and has ribbed cuffs that are easy to grip. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, so it should last for years and not fray easily.
