7 Best Apple 3-in-1 Charging Stations, According to Our Tech Editors

Nomad has a reputation for making some of the best-looking tech accessories out there, and the brand’s Base One Max is the pinnacle of well-designed wireless charging stations. It’s crafted with metal and glass and features a satisfying heft, so it stays firmly planted on the surface where it’s placed. This ensures stability when grabbing your phone and exudes a sense of quality and sophistication that complements any modern workspace or nightstand.

While the build quality of the Base One Max is undeniable, its premium design comes at a premium price. It’s by far the most expensive option on this list, making it a statement piece for those who really care about the quality of the things they buy. It’s also worth noting that the Base One Max is the only charging station on this list that doesn’t come with a bundled wall adapter, further adding to the cost.

Anker has long been the king of compact gadgets, but recently the company outdid itself. Using every inch of space afforded to it as space to charge a device, the 737 MagGo Charger is the type of thing I’m talking about when I ask for a compact charger.

Whether cluttered nightstand space is your issue, or you need something for throwing in a backpack and taking on the go, this charger checks the box of being small and taking up very little room. In terms of power, it’s just as beefy as every other charger on this list. It’s more or less just as fast too.

One of the (many) iPhone features you may not even know you have is StandBy mode. Default StandBy, aka nightstand mode, turns your phone into a clock when it’s charging, horizontal, and idle. When attached to a MagSafe charger, it makes checking your phone for the time a whole lot easier—plus you can customize your StandBy to add widgets you might actually use.

The best charging stand I’ve found for both nightstand mode and use at my desk is the one from Satechi. The foldable neck is great for getting that perfect resting angle for your phone. Plus, the nifty Apple Watch charger on the back flips up and out of your way when it’s not in use. A lot of really smart design choices make this a great charging stand.

I’m cheating a bit with this one, but so is Courant. This wireless charging tray is a personal nightstand favorite. It’s technically a 2-in-1 charging tray, but it rocks an extra USB-C out to connect an extra charging cable for a smartwatch or any other compatible device like an Oura Ring.

Mostly, I love the MAG:3 charging tray because it looks beautiful and classy on my nightstand and has room for my other miscellaneous items like my glasses case and wallet. It looks nice in linen, but the upgraded leather finish is truly where it’s at.

The best charging stations generally take up a lot of horizontal space, whether standing upright or lying flat. Twelve South’s HiRise 3 Deluxe is a more vertical station, making it a compact solution to save space on your nightstand. Instead of arranging its charging pads side by side, Twelve South’s 3-in-1 arranges them in a front-to-back configuration (Apple Watch in front, iPhone in the middle, and AirPods in the back). The idea is to save as much space as possible.

In addition to its space-saving design, the HiRise 3 Deluxe’s MagSafe pad for the iPhone has 35 degrees of adjustment, allowing you to find the best viewing angle. Other charging stations have a fixed MagSafe pad, so you’re stuck with the angle you’re given. Meanwhile, the charging pad for the Apple Watch can sit flat or flip up, so you can use it with various watch straps. These thoughtful features elevate the experience, making the HiRise 3 Deluxe perfect for conserving space.