Wall plug chargers for phones have come a long way in the past 15 years. Having transitioned from USB-A to USB-C over that time, and passing through bouts of micro-USB and mini-USB use dependent on the phone (or Lightning for Apple users), we’re at a point where charging your phone is more accessible than ever with one unified port type. The only problem is that it’s tough for a casual user to know if their charger is giving them the right speed – but thankfully, fast charge wall plugs are currently on sale.
In the easiest terms, your phone may need a certain wattage to charge at its top speed, achieving the 50% in 30 minutes recharging time that many manufacturers offer (including Apple, Google and Samsung).
The problem is that these companies each offer fast charging with a different wattage requirement – Apple’s standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus charge at up to 27W for fast charging, while Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Plus and Ultra charge at up to 45W. The numbers are all over the place – and your wall plug might not be netting you the fastest charge your phone is capable of.
Thankfully, just in time for the EOFY sales season, plenty of wall plugs have seen attractive discounts – and we’ve collected our favourites from trusted brands in this article, ranging from a modest 33W to a gigantic 200W for multi-device charging. Almost all of these chargers will be able to power your phone’s fast charging capabilities, and even if they don’t, they’ll still be faster than a charger with a USB-A plug.
If you need a quick charge on the go, I recommend taking a look at our page on the best power banks.
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