Best iPhone Car Chargers iMore 2021
Whether you have the new iPhone 12 or an earlier model, one essential accessory nearly everyone needs is a car charger. If you use Maps to navigate the world around you while driving, you know it doesn't take much time for your iPhone's battery to go from full to flat. As usual, we have opinions on the best iPhone car chargers. These options are the safest, fastest chargers available today.
- Dual USB-C: Anker PowerDrive+ III Duo
- Just for iPhone 12: ESR HaloLock Magnetic Charger
- Fast and efficient: Aukey PD car charger
- A smarter charger: RAVPower car charger
- Charge four devices: Amazon Basics 4-Port Multi USB Car Charger
- Cables and all: TIKALONG Car Charger
- Coiled cables rock: Syncwire USB charger
- Go wireless: iOttie AutoSense
- Simple, effective, affordable: Maxboost Car Charger with SmartUSB Port
- PD delivery on a budget: QGeeM 36W Fast Car Charger
- Like it's not even there: AINOPE 4.8A All Metal Car Charger Adapter

Dual USB-C: Anker PowerDrive+ III Duo
Staff FavoriteAnker's two-port 48W charger gives you PowerIQ 3.0. In layman's terms: it's fast! You'll need a Lightning to USB-C charging cable for this speed demon. You'll get two USB-C fast-charge ports that work flawlessly with phones, tablets, and other devices.

Just for iPhone 12: ESR HaloLock Magnetic Charger
ESR launched the first MagSafe wireless car charging mount this year for the iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Mini, and 12 Pro Max. It's a secure magnetic mount that slips in your vehicle's air vents and holds your phone upright while juicing it up. It has 7.5W fast wireless charging when paired with a USB-A port charging adapter that supports 18W QC fast charging. If you have an iPhone 12, this is the iPhone car charger you need.

Fast and efficient: Aukey PD car charger
We recommend Aukey's powerful 39W car charger for the iPad Air 3, iPad Mini 5, and current and older generation iPhones. It will fast-charge your iPhone 11 or 12, plus give you another port for other devices. This iPhone car charger has one USB-C port and one USB-A port. It's small, efficient, and portable.

A smarter charger: RAVPower car charger
This dual-port iPhone car charger from RAVPower outputs a total of 48W. There's a 30W USB-C PD port and an 18W USB-A iSmart port. Use this bad boy to fuel your iPhone, AirPods, iPad, MacBook Air, Android devices, and more. It's blazing fast and has advanced temperature controls to prevent overheating and overloading.

Charge four devices: Amazon Basics 4-Port Multi USB Car Charger
With four USB ports, this AmazonBasics car charger can keep all your devices in business while you're traveling. You'll get 48W of juice with each port delivering up to 2.4 amps. This one-size-fits-all charger works with multiple iPhone models, plus Android devices, iPads, your headphones, and more.

Cables and all: TIKALONG Car Charger
This hassle-free kit from TIKALONG gives you a basic charger and two three-foot charging cables. Both ports on the charger are USB-A and push out 2.4A. The cables and iPhone car charger are compatible with the iPhone 12 to the iPhone 5C, plus the iPad Air Mini and Pro models.

Coiled cables rock: Syncwire USB charger
Coiled cables aren't prone to cracking or getting hung up on other items, and that's one of many reasons we love this car charger from Syncwire. With a built-in Lightning cable and a USB port, you can charge multiple devices at once. The cable is just under four feet in length, so it stretches long and coils back up when you don't need the extra reach.

Go wireless: iOttie AutoSense
Much like a wireless charging pad, this iPhone car charger does its work sans messy cables. It clamps to your dash with a reusable suction cup, turning into a capable Qi charger and phone mount. Once placed in the cradle, Qi charging powers your phone instantly. The phone holder has a moveable arm, so you can position your phone exactly where you need it. If you don't want to mess around with charging cables, this is the iPhone car charger for you.

Simple, effective, affordable: Maxboost Car Charger with SmartUSB Port
If you need the basics, then this inexpensive option from Maxboost should do the trick. It has two USB ports and charges your iPhone or iPad at max speed. It also has an intelligent circuit design so that it doesn't overheat or short circuit while in use. It's basic, quick, and wallet-friendly.

PD delivery on a budget: QGeeM 36W Fast Car Charger
Speedy power delivery is usually paired with a high price tag. Not so with the 36W two-port iPhone car charger from QGeeM. You'll get 36W total, including one PD USB-C port and one Quick Charge 3.0 compatible USB-A port. Charge your iPad, iPhone, MacBook, and more, and do it without breaking the bank.

Like it's not even there: AINOPE 4.8A All Metal Car Charger Adapter
This car charger from Ainope is so tiny it sits flush with your charging port. It provides two 2.4A ports capable of powering two devices at a time. You can use any compatible USB-A cable to charge up your iPhone or other devices with this charger. Since this is designed to sit flush with most car charging outlets, it gives your vehicle an OEM sleek aesthetic look and feel.
If we're making suggestions
All of the car chargers on our list do an admiral job of charging your iPhone. Our personal favorite is Anker PowerDrive+ III Duo. It's fast, efficient, and has safety tech in place to protect your car and your iPhone.
While there are plenty of options out there, If you're the new owner of an iPhone 12, you need the ESR HaloLock. It's a magnetic charger that slips in your car's air vents and delivers 7.5W of wireless power. If you want a super long cable that won't crack or tangle, go with the Syncwire Car Charger. It has a four-foot coiled cable, built-in Lightning cable, and a USB port.
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