Whether you're jumping onto a train, plane or automobile, you're going to want to keep track of time for your journey's itinerary, and while the best Apple Watch models make for great travel companions, they're also more power hungry than a dumb wrist watch. You'll need to keep them charged when you're on the go.
Enter the best travel chargers for Apple Watch! We've cherry picked the best portable Apple Watch chargers from our travels, the ones we wouldn't leave home without if we're planning on keeping an Apple Watch — whether that's Series 9 or Ultra 2 or any model in between — ticking along for our trips. We've collated a mixture of folding chargers, devices that can also power iPhones and AirPods, and even portable batteries specifically designed for the Apple Watch. So take your pick from the options below — you can't go wrong.
On-the-go charging for your Apple Watch
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The best of the best
Fast, compact and supporting not just Apple Watch but AirPods and your iPhone too, the Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1) is as good as travel chargers for Apple Watch get. Taking advantage of speedy Qi2 MagSafe charging, it folds down to a tiny block, perfect for throwing into a bag.
Foldable power
When you want to charge your Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods on the go, consider this clever folding charger. Lay it flat to charge all three devices together, put it in triangle mode to FaceTime, or fold it up to stow it. In our review, we raved about the Ampere Unravel travel charger's smart design.
Slimline power pad
Though it's not advertised as a travel charger, our testing revealed that the Belkin Boost Charge Pro 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad is a great travel companion. Working not only with Apple Watch but AirPods and iPhones too, its near-flat profile makes slipping it into a case or bag really easy, and offers reliable MagSafe charging wherever you take it.
Elegant design
Charge up your Apple Watch, AirPods (or other similarly-sized wireless-charging earbuds), and iPhone all at once with the mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe. We reviewed this incredible charger and were impressed by its fast charging capabilities. Everything you need is included: the charging cable, power adapter, and elegant carrying case.
The official option
If you want the official solution, look no further than Apple's own MagSafe Duo Charger. Charge up your Apple Watch Series 8 or any other model and your best iPhone at the same time with this portable, fast charger. Note that a one-meter USB-C to Lightning cable is included, but the power adapter (wall charger) is not, so you'll need to purchase that separately.
Battery-powered charging
The iWalk Portable Apple Watch Charger features an ultra-powerful 9000mAh battery. That means it can charge your Apple Watch about 20 times. It also offers a built-in lightning cable so you can charge your Apple Watch and iPhone at once ‚ though newer USB-C iPhones won't be supported. Being able to charge an Apple Watch without a wall outlet remains handy, though.
Keychain charger
The iVALUX portable wireless charger comes in five bright colors to match your vibe. It features a 1000mAh battery, and you can carry it anywhere with its convenient key ring design. On a full charge, you can charge your Apple Watch one to one and a half times, depending on your model.
Great for use with a Mac
Plug this pocket-sized charger into any USB-C port or charging brick and charge up your Apple Watch. It's just about the size of a key. Since it's MFi-certified, you don't have to worry about damaging your Apple Watch.
Extra-compact
The Newdery Charger for Apple Watch has a super compact design. This charger features a USB-A charging port. Simply plug the USB-A connector into an adapter or compatible charging port. It'll juice your Apple Watch to 100% in two to three hours.
Which of the best portable travel chargers for Apple Watch should you choose?
With the new Qi2 charging standard now making its way to products, there's a host of new high-end Apple Watch travel chargers tapping into the higher-speeds that Qi2 offers.
The best we've seen so far, and the best Apple Watch travel charger overall as a result, is the Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1). With high-speed Apple Watch charging, 15W MagSafe for iPhone, and wireless charging for your AirPods, it's an all-rounder. It's only made better by the fact it also folds down to a compact brick, easily stowed away when travelling.
If you want something that's more suitable to a bedside table, we've got you covered there too with the best stands to charge both iPhone and Apple Watch. Though our Anker pick even features there too — we love it that much.
Whichever Apple Watch charger you choose, consider buying one that's MFi-certified. For a product to earn MFi certification, it must pass compliance and safety tests. The company must also pay Apple royalties to put this certification on their products, so it will cost a bit more. Whatever your portable charging needs are, we found the best portable travel Apple Watch charger for you on this list.
