Best Wireless Chargers Under £20: 6 Picks for 2026

Quick Picks: Best Wireless Chargers Under £20

Here is what we recommend for every setup after tracking Amazon UK prices and testing these chargers.

Pick	Best For	Max Wattage	Form Factor	Typical Price
Anker 313 Pad	Best overall	10W	Flat pad	£10 to £14
Anker 313 Stand	Best for desk	10W	Angled stand	£12 to £16
Yootech 10W Pad	Best budget single	10W	Flat pad	£7 to £11
Yootech 2-Pack	Best multi-room	10W	Flat pad (x2)	£12 to £16
TOZO W1	Best design	15W	Ultra-thin pad	£12 to £18
Anker 313 Stand (2-Pack)	Best desk pair	10W	Stand (x2)	£16 to £20

Every one of these drops lower during sales. We cover the actual prices you will pay, not the inflated list price.

Why Trust a Deal Site for Charger Picks?

We track Amazon UK prices daily on thousands of accessories. That gives us an advantage over review sites that test products once at RRP. We know which wireless chargers are genuinely affordable and which use the classic trick of listing at £35 with a permanent "50% off" badge.

Most wireless chargers under £20 use the same Qi chipsets from a handful of suppliers. The real differences come down to build quality, thermal management, and whether the brand actually delivers the wattage it claims. Our picks focus on chargers that perform as advertised and come from brands with real customer support.

For more phone accessories to pair with a wireless charger, see our best phone accessories under £20 guide.

Flat Pad Picks

Flat pads are the simplest form factor. Drop your phone on top, walk away. They work best on bedside tables and kitchen worktops where you glance at your phone occasionally but do not need to see the screen while it charges.

1. Anker 313 Wireless Charger Pad: Best Overall

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The Anker 313 Pad is the wireless charger we recommend most often, and it has been for two years running. It delivers 10W for Samsung devices, 7.5W for iPhones, and 5W for everything else. The surface has a subtle anti-slip ring that keeps phones centred, and the LED indicator is dim enough to not light up a dark bedroom.

Build quality is solid for the price. The compact disc shape is about the size of a drink coaster and barely takes up bedside table space. The included micro-USB cable is the only downside; Anker still has not switched this model to USB-C.

At £10 to £14 regularly, the 313 Pad has dropped to £7 during Prime Day and Lightning Deals. It has been the Amazon bestseller in wireless chargers for years, and over 200,000 reviews with a 4.5-star average back up the reliability. If you want one charger that simply works, this is it.

Key specs: 10W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, anti-slip pad, LED indicator, micro-USB input

2. Yootech 10W Wireless Charging Pad: Best Budget Single

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The Yootech pad matches the Anker 313 on specs and undercuts it on price. It delivers the same 10W for Samsung, 7.5W for iPhone, and 5W for other Qi devices. The circular design includes an anti-slip surface and a small LED indicator.

Where the Yootech wins is price. It typically sells for £7 to £11 on Amazon UK, making it the cheapest name-brand wireless charger worth buying. During sales, it drops to £5 to £6. At that price, you can scatter them around your house without thinking twice.

Build quality is a half-step below Anker. The plastic feels slightly cheaper, and the anti-slip surface is not quite as grippy. But for a bedside charger or a kitchen worktop pad, the Yootech handles the job without issue. Over 100,000 Amazon reviews confirm it works reliably.

Key specs: 10W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, anti-slip surface, LED indicator, micro-USB input

3. Yootech 2-Pack Wireless Charger: Best Multi-Room Value

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If you want a charger in multiple rooms, the Yootech 2-Pack is the smart move. You get two identical 10W Qi pads for £12 to £16 total. That works out to £6 to £8 per charger, which is less than most single chargers cost.

Put one on the bedside table and one on your desk. Or one in the kitchen and one by the sofa. The convenience of dropping your phone on a pad anywhere in your house changes how you think about charging. You stop worrying about battery percentage because passive charging throughout the day keeps your phone topped up.

Same specs as the single Yootech: 10W Samsung, 7.5W iPhone, 5W Qi standard. Same build quality, same reliability. The 2-pack has its own listing with 80,000+ reviews. At this price, there is no reason to own just one wireless charger.

Key specs: 2x pads, 10W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, anti-slip surface, micro-USB input

Stand and Premium Picks

Charging stands prop your phone up at an angle so you can see notifications, use Face ID, and watch the clock. They are better for desks and workstations where you interact with your phone throughout the day.

4. Anker 313 Wireless Charger Stand: Best for Desk Use

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The stand version of the Anker 313 is the best desk charger under £20. The angled design shows your phone screen at a comfortable viewing angle, which is perfect for checking notifications, video calls, and keeping the time visible. It supports both portrait and landscape orientation.

Charging specs match the pad version: 10W for Samsung, 7.5W for iPhone, 5W for other Qi devices. The weighted base keeps it stable when you tap the screen. An anti-slip pad on the charging surface prevents phones from sliding off.

The typical price runs £12 to £16, dropping to £9 during sales. If your wireless charger will live on a desk where you work, the stand is the better form factor. The extra £2 over the flat pad is well worth the visibility upgrade.

Key specs: 10W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, angled stand, portrait + landscape, weighted base

5. TOZO W1 Wireless Charger: Best Design

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The TOZO W1 is the best-looking wireless charger under £20. The aviation-grade aluminium body is only 5.5mm thin, barely thicker than a few stacked coins. The CNC-machined surface gives it a premium feel that looks brilliant on a bedside table or a modern desk setup.

Beyond looks, the W1 delivers up to 15W fast charging for compatible Samsung devices, 7.5W for iPhones, and 5W standard Qi. That 15W capability puts it above the Anker 313 in raw charging speed for Samsung users. Sleep-friendly mode dims the LED indicator so it does not glow in a dark room.

The typical UK price runs £12 to £18. During sales, it drops to £8 to £10. If design matters to you and you want something that does not look like a £10 gadget on your desk, the TOZO W1 is the pick. The aluminium body also doubles as a passive heat sink, which helps keep charging temperatures lower.

Key specs: 15W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, aluminium body, 5.5mm thin, sleep-friendly LED

6. Anker 313 Stand 2-Pack: Best Desk Pair

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If you want stands in two locations, the Anker 313 Stand 2-Pack bundles two charging stands for £16 to £20. That is about £8 to £10 per stand, which is less than buying one at full price. Put one on your home desk and one at the office.

Same specs as the single stand: 10W Samsung, 7.5W iPhone, 5W Qi. Same build quality. The 2-pack consistently ranks in Amazon's top wireless charger listings. During Prime Day, this set has dropped to £12 for two stands.

Key specs: 2x stands, 10W Samsung / 7.5W iPhone / 5W Qi, angled design, weighted bases

Wireless Charging Speed: What Actually Matters

There is a lot of confusion about wireless charging wattage. Here is the reality.

iPhones cap at 7.5W on standard Qi chargers. Buying a 15W pad for an iPhone does not make it charge faster. Only MagSafe-certified chargers deliver 15W to iPhones, and those cost £25 or more. Every charger on this list maxes out at 7.5W with an iPhone, which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours for a full charge.

Samsung phones benefit from higher wattage. A 10W charger fills a Galaxy S24 noticeably faster than a 5W pad. The TOZO W1 at 15W is the fastest option on this list for Samsung users.

Your power adaptor matters. Most budget chargers do not include a wall adaptor. To get 10W or 15W output, you need a Quick Charge 2.0 or 3.0 adaptor (at least 18W). Using a basic 5V/1A adaptor limits any charger to 5W regardless of what the charger supports. A decent 18W adaptor costs £7 to £9 on Amazon UK.

For bedside charging, speed is irrelevant. If you charge overnight for 7+ hours, even 5W fully charges any phone. Speed only matters for quick top-ups during the day. Do not pay extra for wattage you will never use.

Wireless Charger vs. Cable Charging: When to Use Each

Wireless charging is not a full replacement for cable charging. Each has its place.

Use wireless charging for: bedside overnight charging, desk passive charging during work, kitchen worktop whilst cooking, and any situation where you pick up and put down your phone frequently.

Use cable charging for: fast emergency top-ups before leaving the house, charging while actively using your phone (wireless chargers disconnect if you pick the phone up), and in the car if you do not have a wireless car mount.

The ideal setup is a wireless charger on your bedside table for overnight use and a fast USB-C cable in your bag for travel and quick charges. Together, a £10 Anker pad and an £8 USB-C cable cover every charging scenario.

For a portable option when you are away from any outlet, check our best portable chargers under £25 guide.

Quick Buyer's Checklist

Run through this before picking a charger.

• Qi certified: Always check for Qi certification. Uncertified chargers may damage batteries or charge inconsistently.
• Wattage needs: iPhone users get 7.5W max on standard Qi. Samsung users benefit from 10W or 15W pads.
• Form factor: Flat pads for bedside tables, stands for desks where you want to see the screen.
• Case compatibility: All our picks work through cases up to 5mm thick. Check if your case has metal plates or thick bumpers.
• Cable included: All our picks include a charging cable. None include a wall adaptor. Budget £7 to £9 for a QC 3.0 adaptor if you do not have one.
• LED indicator: Make sure it has a dim or disableable LED if you use it in a bedroom. The TOZO W1's sleep mode is the best option for light-sensitive sleepers.
• Anti-slip surface: Essential. Without it, phone vibrations from notifications slowly slide the phone off the charger.
• Brand warranty: Anker offers 18 months. Yootech offers 12 months. TOZO offers 12 months. Stick with brands that honour their warranty.