Recommended 3-in-1 Charger?

[dmk1974]

I'm looking for a recommended and reasonably priced 3-in-1 charging station for my wife. She has an iPhone 11, AirPods 2 (with wireless charging case) and now an Apple Watch 6.

I don't care if the charge portion for the phone and AirPods are wired or wireless. Perferrably just a single wire from the station to the wall as well (I saw some that had 3 cords).

Saw this one on Amazon, but never heard of the brand. Pretty much looks like what I was thinking, but there are many.

Powlaken 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station for Apple Products Compatible with Apple Watch Series Se 6 5 4 3 2, AirPods Pro 2, Fast Wireless Charger Stand Dock for iPhone 12, 11 Pro Max, 11, XR, XS, X

Powlaken 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station for Apple Products Compatible with Apple Watch Series Se 6 5 4 3 2, AirPods Pro 2, Fast Wireless Charger Stand Dock for iPhone 12, 11 Pro Max, 11, XR, XS, X

www.amazon.com

Please pass along and post your recommendations (and even some that should be avoided). Thanks!

 

[ericg301]

following.

i just hesitate buying anything power-related from unknown brands.

 

[dmk1974]

following.

i just hesitate buying anything power-related from unknown brands.

Same. Reviews always have some good, some fake, some bad. I've bought some off brand for other charge blocks and cords before, and usually good, but not all.

 

[Sounder206]

I just bought this 3-in-1 charging station from Costco yesterday, by UbioLabs (Bellevue, WA-based company near me). After looking at Belkin and others charging over $100 for their 3-in-1 charging stations, this sells for a fair $69. It also has two USB-A ports for plugging in additional devices.

This probably is a warehouse-only product as I do not see this on Costco’s site.

 

[GewOne]

Heh, I stick with a cheap 3-split cable from eBay.
It would be cool with docking stands, though.

 

[ISKOTB]

Heh, I stick with a cheap 3-split cable from eBay.
It would be cool with docking stands, though.

I been using this one for 2 years no issues here

 

[dmk1974]

Thanks for those additional stand options. That Geekera is pretty efficient looking for sure.

I did buy her this one the other day when it was $30. She's been using it a few days and so far so good.

Wireless Charger, 24W Wireless Charging Station Compatible with iPhone 12/12 pro/ 12 mini/11/11 Pro Max/Se/X/,Adjustable Charging Stand for iWatch SE/6/5/4/3 Airpods 2/ Pro with Fast Adapter

Wireless Charger, 24W Wireless Charging Station Compatible with iPhone 12/12 pro/ 12 mini/11/11 Pro Max/Se/X/,Adjustable Charging Stand for iWatch SE/6/5/4/3 Airpods 2/ Pro with Fast Adapter

www.amazon.com

 

[Sounder206]

Well I ran into a surprise with my UbioLabs charging stand and my new 12 Pro. The stand part charges my X without a hitch and the LED indicator on the charger lights up white, whereas with the 12 Pro the LED blinks orange, indicating an error and/or won’t charge. However when I use the flat-down side charger the 12 Pro charges and the LED lights up white.

Not sure if the compatibility issue is related to the MagSafe on the 12 Pro or the coil on the charger stand and the phone isn’t aligned. I’ll have to contact the company and I’m still within the return window from Costco. I hate to return this though.

 

[maleficent86]

Well I ran into a surprise with my UbioLabs charging stand and my new 12 Pro. The stand part charges my X without a hitch and the LED indicator on the charger lights up white, whereas with the 12 Pro the LED blinks orange, indicating an error and/or won’t charge. However when I use the flat-down side charger the 12 Pro charges and the LED lights up white.

Not sure if the compatibility issue is related to the MagSafe on the 12 Pro or the coil on the charger stand and the phone isn’t aligned. I’ll have to contact the company and I’m still within the return window from Costco. I hate to return this though.

Yep, this is currently a common issue and Apple knows about it already.

 

[Sounder206]

Yep, this is currently a common issue and Apple knows about it already.

I did a search and yeah, many other users experiencing the same. I hope that this can be solved through a firmware update, I updated to iOS 14.3 when I setup my phone.

Also this issue applies to even using Apple’s own MagSafe charger, not just third-party.

 

[maleficent86]

I did a search and yeah, many other users experiencing the same. I hope that this can be solved through a firmware update, I updated to iOS 14.3 when I setup my phone.

Also this issue applies to even using Apple’s own MagSafe charger, not just third-party.

I know the feeling I got the 3 in 1 Mophie but it literally takes me taking it on and off the dock 20 times before it will finally charge in portrait mode but it charged in landscape the first time just fine. I also contacted Mophie and they told me it’s not compatible with the IPhone 12 Pro Max period. I ordered this belkin one from Apple that say it’s compatible with the 12 Pro Max. I will report if it works properly.

 

[Sounder206]

I had to return the UbioLabs 3-in-1 back to Costco today and bought this 4-in-1 (phone, watch, AirPods, and USB-A) also by UbioLabs from T-Mobile. A bit more at $99 but still cheaper than most other brands. Went with the flat-down pad instead of the upright stand, not my preferred choice but the phone works fine on these pads.

 

[maxilian7]

I been using this one for 2 years no issues here

I'm using the same. I love the compact design but am rather disappointed with charging speeds.
Maximum charging speeds are supposed to be 7,5W for phones, 5W for airpods and 3W for watches with a qualcomm quick charge 3.0 charger.
It does take me 2h to charge my watch 10%->80% so I usually charge it with the apple adapter.
Still a useful charger if you don't use your watch for sleep tracking.

 

[darwinnelson]

Hey just bought the same Costco Ubiolabs 3 in 1. It worked well enough for the first week or so that I didn't think anything of it, and replaced another 3 in 1 I had gotten earlier on Amazon for around $25 that was running a bit hot and also didn't have the upright holder for the phone.

I am here now because it charges realllllly slowly for the Apple Watch. Like it'll take at least 3 hours to charge up to full sometimes. However it is functional. even the two USB A ports also provide charge. Also its literally not on Ubiolab or Costcos website so I didn't want to think I was going crazy or something

 

[dmk1974]

My wife has been happy with her docking station for the past 2 months.

For me, since I have the shorter 12 Mini that didn't work on hers, I got this one at new years and it has been working just fine for the phone, Apple Watch SE, and AirPods Pro.

Powlaken Wireless Charging Station, 4 in 1 Charging Dock Station Compatible with Apple iWatch Series SE 6 5 4 3 2, AirPods Pro 2 and Pencil, Fast Wireless Charger for iPhone 11, 11 Pro Max, XR, XS

Powlaken Wireless Charging Station, 4 in 1 Charging Dock Station Compatible with Apple iWatch Series SE 6 5 4 3 2, AirPods Pro 2 and Pencil, Fast Wireless Charger for iPhone 11, 11 Pro Max, XR, XS

www.amazon.com