Dads that love tech can be hard to shop for, especially when you don’t have the time to keep up on the latest and greatest releases. So we’re here to help with a bunch of great charging tech suggestions that just about every Dad can benefit from having each and every day. Everything in this list tops out at around $60, with prices that kick off from just $12. We’ve carefully chosen options that are great for home, commuting, and overnight travel so you can easily hone in on the perfect pick. So strap yourself in, because we’re about to get started below.
A pick for Dads that love spending time at home
So, truth be told, everything in this list will work great while on the go, but some things are also great for home use. A perfect example of that is this Baseus power strip with a detachable wall adapter. It’s available in both 67W and 100W models, with the only real distinction being their maximum power output and a slight difference in size. At home, it’ll be a great power strip, with an AC outlet, three Type-C ports, and one USB-A for good measure. Both models have an on-page 30% off coupon right now, bringing the price down to $42 and $56, respectively. With these, there isn’t really a bad option, just pick one based off of how big Dad’s tech products tend to big. Bigger products usually have bigger batteries that will likely charge up faster with the 100W model.
Options for Dads that spend a lot of time in the car
If Dad spends a lot of time in the car, it would probably be a huge relief for him to have enough power to refuel a laptop, tablet, and smartphone while on the road. Anker’s new 167.5W car adapter is a solid pick, with two Type-C ports and one USB-A, as well. It launched just a few days ago and we thought it was a bargain at $40, but Anker took notice and has raised the price to $50. Even so, it’s not a bad rate since there is a USB-C cable in the box.
Slightly less powerful is UGREEN’s solution at $30, but with a maximum output of 130W, this option is no slouch, either. At $20 less than Anker’s, this may be a better alternative for some. Just bear in mind that it doesn’t come with a cable. But if Dad isn’t usually the only one in the car, an even better pick could be the Belkin BoostCharge 4-port Power Extender that’s currently on sale for $20. This option turns a single port into four and can easily clip onto a pocket on the back of the car’s front seat. With it, Dad will be even more popular with clients and colleagues that are running low on battery.
A few picks for traveling Dads to keep in their overnight bag
If Dad is rocking an iPhone 12 or newer, his Apple smartphone is ready to snap onto UGREEN’s new 2-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station at its launch sale price of $32. When not in use, it folds down into a pocketable 2.4- by 2.4- by 1.5-inch brick that’s ready to refuel an iPhone at 7.5W and AirPods with a wireless charging case at 5W. Even better, the arm can articulate to help him lock in the perfect angle for his iPhone if he needs to hop on a Zoom call.
A bit pricier, but sporting the latest tech is ESR’s Qi2 3-in-1 Charging Station at a discounted rate of $58.50 thanks to an on-page 10% off coupon. This handy device is incredibly thin, comes with a carry case, and a detachable Apple Watch charger. So in a nutshell you’re looking at a device that can easily slip into a bag, unfold and refuel an iPhone 12 or newer magnetically via Qi2 with 15W charging, a pair of AirPods with a wireless charging case, and and an Apple Watch, too. It’s great for Dads that strap on an Apple wearable each and every day.
Finally, let’s not forget about USB-C cables. Most devices, including the latest iPhones and iPads now rely on USB-C for charging. This makes USB-C cables the way to go in most cases. So which ones should you get? Well, Baseus has you covered with a 100W retractable cable that’s great for travel. Prime members can score it for as low as $13 thanks to an on-page 15% off coupon. And for folks that want something futureproof, look no further than this USB 4 cable that boasts up to 240W charging speeds and 40Gb/s data transfer speeds at $22 once the on-page $3 coupon has been clipped. And if you’re solely worried about charging speeds, this 240W cable gets the job done from $12.
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