Best Wireless Charger for iPhone 11: Anker PowerWave

The topic of wireless chargers will have to be continued. Since users on social media flooded us with questions and demanded a full review with technical specifications. Fortunately, all gadgets are at hand. Immediately, the advantages and disadvantages were identified. Compared to Chinese miracle devices, any product from a reputable brand can confidently be called the “Best Wireless Charger”. But let’s go through everything in order.

The review includes:

• Anker PowerWave Pad A2503.
• Anker PowerWave Stand A2524.
• Baseus Dual Wireless Charger.

Best Wireless Charger: Features

 

All gadgets have the same operational requirements. They relate to the power source and the charging process itself.

• The position of the phone affects the quality of charging. More precisely, the speed. If the phone is shifted from the center of the charger, it charges slower. Therefore, it’s important not just to place the smartphone on the charger, but to ensure that the centers of the devices align.
• Qi standard power banks charge phones faster.
• The minimum power of the power bank should be at least 10 Watts (5 Volts at 2 Amperes). By the way, the charger manufacturer mentions this in the product specifications. If the power is lower, the phone charges more slowly.
• The power banks supplied with mobile devices (5V, 2A) cannot be used with wireless chargers. This applies to most smartphones that come with low-quality switching power supplies.

 

Anker PowerWave Pad A2503

 

The wireless charger is shaped like a giant pill. The sufficiently large surface area of the gadget perfectly charges all mobile devices, regardless of size. Only one gadget can be charged at a time, positioned in the center of the device.

Advantages:

• Compactness. Can be used in a car, transported in a bag or backpack.
• Non-slip base. Fits firmly on any smooth surface and does not shift during accidental touches. Useful for office use, where the charger can be easily knocked onto the floor by accident.
• Can charge a smartphone through a bumper. There is a limitation – the protective cover should not exceed 5 mm.
• Built-in overheating protection. Turns off when the temperature rises. This feature is useful for discharged phones that heat up significantly at the initial stage.
• Protection against foreign objects. If metallic, conductive objects (paperclip, key, etc.) are placed near the phone, charging will not occur.

Disadvantages:

• Stained surface. The gadget quickly collects dust. But this does not affect the charging process.
• The smartphone easily shifts relative to the center during careless handling.
• Outdated power connection port. The manufacturer installed a micro-USB port, which makes it difficult to find a compatible wired charger.
• No power supply included.

Anker PowerWave Stand A2524

 

The wireless charger is made in the form of a dock (cradle). Ideal for use in tight spaces. Very convenient when the smartphone screen is at eye level – to view messages without picking up the phone.

Advantages:

• Very compact, the phone takes up significantly less space than when charging via cable.
• Has a non-slip base.
• Non-staining surface.
• Has 2 coils.
• The phone is positioned for maximum charging efficiency.
• Multiple protective technologies (overheating, foreign objects, etc.).
• Charges through a bumper (up to 5 mm thick).
• Can charge the phone horizontally. Great for watching videos.
• Includes a high-quality USB cable for connection to the power block.

Disadvantages:

• During installation, the phone may shift horizontally. But this does not affect charging time.
• Outdated connection port – micro-USB (cable included).
• Does not come with a power supply.

Baseus Dual Wireless Charger

 

This gadget can confidently be called multifunctional. The main feature is simultaneous charging of two different devices. Moreover, the wireless charger does not require two smartphones at once – it supports charging of just one phone.

Advantages:

• 18W power supply included.
• Non-staining surface.
• Charges two devices simultaneously.
• Non-slip base.

Disadvantages:

• Lack of information about Qi standard support.
• The manufacturer claims built-in intelligent protection. But neither the device specifications nor the manufacturer’s website provide a clear description of what this protection includes. Therefore, there is a risk of missing essential protections during charging.

 

Wireless Charger Testing

 

As mentioned above, the charging speed of mobile devices depends on the power of the power supply. Our testing involved power supplies from different manufacturers. Testing was conducted in two directions: wireless and wired charging. The test subject was an Apple brand phone – iPhone 11. All results are summarized in tables.
 

Wireless Charging Test

Wireless Charger	Power Source	Charge in 1 hour, %	Charge to 100%, hours
Anker PowerWave Pad	PC USB 3.1 18W (Asus prime z370-A)	35	3h 51m
Anker PowerWave Pad	Anker PowerPort Speed 5 QI3	40	3h 16m
Anker PowerWave Pad	Anker PowerPort Speed 5 IQ	28	4h 14m
Anker PowerWave Pad	Power Adapter Apple USB 5V, 2A	36	3h 58m
Anker PowerWave Stand	PC USB 3.1 18W (Asus prime z370-A)	31	3h 59m
Anker PowerWave Stand	Anker PowerPort Speed 5 QI3	41	3h 13m
Anker PowerWave Stand	Anker PowerPort Speed 5 IQ	38	3h 19m
Anker PowerWave Stand	Power Adapter Apple USB 5.1V, 2.1A (10W)	33	3h 28m
Baseus Dual Wireless Charger	Power Adapter Baseus USB 5V, 3A (18W)	42	3h 37m

 

 

Wired Charging Test for iPhone 11

Power Source	Charge in 1 hour, %	Charge to 100%, hours
Power Adapter Apple USB 5V 1A (5W)	36	3h 28m
Power Adapter Apple USB 5.1V 2.1A (10W)	66	2h 12m
Power Adapter Baseus USB 5V 3A (18W)	42	3h 37m

 

As seen from the test results, wireless devices demonstrate excellent charging speeds. Moreover, the more powerful the power supply, the faster the battery charges. Only the 10W Apple power supply works more efficiently via cable. Therefore, the title of “Best Wireless Charger” in terms of price-quality ratio can be confidently assigned to any of the tested gadgets.

In conclusion, it should be noted that all tests were conducted under the same conditions. There were 2 iPhone 11 phones, so the testing time was halved. The new Apple iPhone 11 models have a quite capacious battery, which is not so easy to drain completely. But we managed. If you have questions – write, Disqus is at your full disposal at the bottom of the page.