Which USB Charger for 2016 MBP 15"

[nick0]

I'm looking to get a second USB charger for my MBP (coming in 2 weeks) to set up permanently on my desk and charge other USB items (GoPro, Phone, iPad etc). I know the Apple 87W charger is the fastest charger but what is the best third party one available?

At this stage I'm looking at this: https://www.anker.com/products/A2053111
Which will charge at 45W.

Are there any others on the way?

 

[Kanders78]

I don't know too much about those 3rd party ones, it's kind of risky. If you spent $2500 on a new MacBook, is saving $50 worth it on a 3rd party charger?

 

[Brookzy]

The one you have linked has been independently tested and found to be safe.

The majority of the USB-C chargers on the market are unsafe, however.

If you need a greater than 60W charger the Apple one is the only way to go unfortunately.

 

[Amigaman]

My travel charger is the 60W NuPower from NewTech. I've used this charger quite a bit and I've never had an issue with it. Just make sure the USB-C cable that you use is rated for a minimum of 60W and you'll be fine.

 

[HeyGreggie]

I've ound and ordered a ordered a few.

1. Targus 45W USB Type-C Laptop AC Wall Charger (APA93US) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BYKIYUW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's 45 watts, but will work just as fine. Fits in a backpack and not ultra heavy at all.

2. I also use a combination of a Moshi 6 foot USB-C to USB-C cable (https://www.moshi.com/usb-c-charge-cable) and Lumsings Dual Port USB-C drive. With this one I can actually charge both my MacBook Pro as well as my other devices. When I'm not charging my MacBook I use the USB-C five port cable to charge multiple devices at the same time.

Lumsing Dual Port: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I1OIO4A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

USB-C - 4 in 1 cable by Chaffon (Two lightning port ends, one micro USB end, one USB-C end): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XDB51VL/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also: In terms of portable Battery packs, I use Aukey's 30,000MAh Battery pack in my bag (it's the only battery pack I need to carry around.) It has two USB ports (one quick charge 3.0), and what's more is you can charge the battery pack from either a USB cable, or your own lightning cable which makes this to me great.

https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-30000m...F8&qid=1490710014&sr=1-3&keywords=usb-C+aukey

 

[Brookzy]

Please cross-reference anything you buy with this list, OP. Some of what has been linked above is flat-out dangerous. Unfortunately USB-C is a minefield of dangerous cables and chargers, even amongst normally reputable manufacturers. Independent, volunteer testers like the one I linked are maintaining lists of tested products as a result.

 

[Amigaman]

I'm sorry but that list is subjective at the very least. It lists the NuPower as being a bad (-3) charger. It's not. I've been using it for months and I've never had a problem.

 

[Brookzy]

I'm sorry but that list is subjective at the very least. It lists the NuPower as being a bad (-3) charger. It's not. I've been using it for months and I've never had a problem.

Sigh. Take a look at Nathan K and his methods. The man is an expert, and his tests are fundamentally objective.

Indeed, "it works fine for me" is about as subjective as a test gets.

The USB-C spec is tough and non-compliance is the norm. What is at stake is not just a $2000+ MacBook, but you and your family's safety.

 

[Amigaman]

I know who he is and I've read his reviews on Amazon. All I'm saying is that I've used the NuPower PSU for months now and nothing dreadful has happened.

 

[ZapNZs]

I'm sorry but that list is subjective at the very least. It lists the NuPower as being a bad (-3) charger. It's not. I've been using it for months and I've never had a problem.

:-/

It appears there was a potentially serious issue, and OWC has suggested (but not confirmed, to my knowledge) that a change to the design was made.

The 15-inch appears to be most vulnerable.
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/PnKoaHWvaB9

OWC had also said the product is NOT compatible with the 15-inch.

 

[Amigaman]

Thanks for the video! I've been using the same PSU (for months now) with my 2016 15" MacBook Pro w/TouchBar and one of the cables that he recommends (Naztech) and I haven't had an issue yet. Thanks again.