Ironically, we really like wireless chargers. These are our favorites

There are many wireless chargers available. Here are a few others that we like, but for one reason or another don’t warrant a spot above.

Krafted Couch Wireless Charger for $52: I thought this wireless charger designed to sit on the arm of your couch was a great idea when I saw it, but the ridges failed to keep it in place on my plush couch, so it kept sliding sideways. The silicone finish with the Krafted logo is also a bit ugly. It’s simply a silicone mat with a magnetic charger inside, although there’s a fairly generous 6.6-foot (2-meter) cable and it’s Qi2 rated. If you are still looking for a charger and one of the colors goes well with your furniture, this might be a good solution for you.

Einova Eggtronic Charging Stone for $70: Made from 100% solid marble or stone, you can choose from a variety. Every pick in this guide looks a lot like a wireless charger, but visiting friends asked me if this one was a coaster. (I’m still not sure if that’s a good or bad thing.) It has no LEDs, perfect for bedrooms; just try to hide the cable so it really blends in with your home. We recommend putting a case on your phone when using it with this charger, as there is a risk of scratching the back with these harder surfaces.

Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging Station for $100: If you liked the PicoGo W2 above but need more charging power for your gadgets, this 5-in-1 might be worth a look. It also has a reclining cushion and a retractable USB-C cable, but adds two additional USB-C ports and one USB-A, as well as a screen full of stats. It’s perfect for your office. I also tried it and really liked it. Baseus Nomos 8-in-1 Magnetic Charging Station ($70)which combines a similar foldable Qi2 pad with three US AC outlets, three USB-C ports and one USB-A.

Rapport London Formula wireless charging tray for $475: Yes, that’s an obscene price for a Qi wireless charger. You can probably make a version for a fraction of the cost. But Rapport’s build quality is quite nice, with a lacquered gray box and soft-touch fabric to protect your watches and phone from scratches. It reliably charged several Android phones without making them too hot, while still providing storage for a few watches. It’s attractive, but you need to have cash to spend at this price.

iOttie iOS Wireless Duo for $50: This dual-charging system looks nice (I like the fabric-wrapped stand) and you can charge another device on the rubberized charger next to it. The stand can be used in portrait or landscape mode, although in the latter orientation it will block the cushion. I use the pad to charge my wireless headphones, but I wouldn’t use this iOttie on a nightstand, as the LED on the front can be glaring. A cable and adapter are included, making it good value for money. It can charge Pixel phones up to 15 watts, iPhones up to 7.5 watts, and other Android phones up to 10 watts.

Journey Alti Play Performance Desk Mat for $120: It’s a office mat which also serves as a wireless charger. On the left side is a plastic rectangle with a Qi2 magnetic puck for your smartphone. Above is a small space for charging wireless headphones (5 watts). Naturally, there’s RGB everywhere and there are two buttons you can press to cycle through patterns and colors. It’s a smart system, even if the quality of the mat leaves a little to be desired. I had no problem sliding my mouse over it, and it stayed in place thanks to the rubber underside, but I just didn’t like the look and feel of the Lycra surface. Journey has other versions carpet that uses different materialsso take a look if you like the overall aesthetic.

Courant Catch: 2 essentials for $75: Wireless chargers should be pretty. You shouldn’t settle for less! This Courant double charger exudes luxury with its surface wrapped in Belgian linen (especially in the camel color). I’ve been using it near my front door to charge my partner’s and my wireless headphones for two years. The rubber feet keep it from moving, but even if there is are five coils in this pad, you should try to be precise when putting your device on charge and make sure the LED lights up to double check. It comes with a color-matched USB-C cable.

Zens Liberty Wireless Charger for $150: I tested the Glass edition of this wireless charger, and it looks great with the 16 stacked copper coils exposed (the standard version has a wool fabric top). It can charge two devices simultaneously at up to 15 watts each, and there is a Apple Watch add-on ($19). As stylish as it is, the price is too high. Because you can see the coils, placement is never an issue, but it is a bulky charger; the fan is sometimes audible, and while I had no problem charging my iPhone or AirPods, my Pixel 6 Pro got very hot on this pad.

Xiaomi Mi 80-W Wireless Charging Stand for $50: By far the fastest wireless charger we’ve tested, this stand is only worth considering for Xiaomi phones (it seems to charge most other phones at 10 watts or less). I tested with the Xiaomi 13 Ultrawhich caps at 50 watts (some Xiaomi models can go higher). The sail’s unusual shape combines a white triangular section with a clear acrylic base that has a subtle groove to hold your phone in place and a space underneath for the noisy fan’s exhaust grille. The USB-C port and LED indicator are on the back.

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