In order to get your iPhone to juice up faster, you need the following things:

• Apple 18W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W, or 96W USB-C Power Adapter
• A comparable third-party USB-C power adapter that supports USB Power Delivery (USB-PD)
• А USB-C to Lightning cable

We’ve focused our attention on wired options only, because fast charging is all about speed and power, and wireless chargers just can’t keep up. For those who prefer comfort and convenience over efficiency, there’s another useful list of Best wireless chargers for iPhone (and Samsung). Now let’s get started with our heavyweight power champions.

Dual-port, powerful iPhone fast chargers

Anker PowerPort PD2

• Ports: 1x USB-C, 1x USB-A 
• Power: 30W (18W on the USB-C PD/12W USB-A PowerIQ)
• Travel-Ready with Foldable Plug
• No cable included

Many people still carry around a mix of old and new gadgets, so opting for a dual-port charger is a wise decision. It’s bigger and heavier than a one-port charger, but way more compact than two separate ones. When it comes to quality and efficiency, you can’t go wrong with Anker. The PowerPort PD2 Dual Port fast charger is a do-it-all device that can fast-charge almost anything you throw at it. The 18W USB-C Power Delivery output will make a huge difference compared to the 5W unit included with your iPhone 11. This dual-port charger features Anker’s PowerIQ technology, which automatically adjusts charging parameters to deliver efficient and trouble-free charging of any device. The foldable plugs are a nice addition that will save you some space when you pack for that much-needed vacation or a business trip. All in all, the Anker PowerPort PD 2 is a great iPhone fast charger.

Belkin Boost Charge 27W

Customized to support fast charge for iPhone, it can recharge iPhone X, iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus up to 50% in 30 minutes, using an Apple Lightning to USB-C Cable (not included). The USB-C port also delivers fastest charging possible to other Power Delivery-enabled devices up to 27-watts. It’s another powerful option for fast-charging multiple devices on the go.

Aukey Focus Duo 30W

• Ports: 1x USB-C, 1x USB-A
• Power: 30W (single)/ 18W (dual mode)
• Travel-Ready with Foldable Plug
• Cable not included

RavPower PD Pioneer 18W

The RavPower Pioneer Dual-port fast charger is one of the best-selling dial-port PD iPhone fast chargers of the company. And rightly so. It ticks all the boxes – a nice and sleek design, foldable prongs, dual mode charging, support for numerous devices, and a great price too. There are no additional bells and whistles and sadly this one ships without a cable as well, but it’s reliable and won’t let you down. 

Travel-friendly, compact fast chargers for iPhone

Anker PowerPort III Nano

• Ports: 1x USB-C with PD
• Power: 18W PowerIQ 3.0 Type C
• Ultra-portable: 1-inch thick, 30g  
• Cable not included

If you want the extra speed of a fast charger but still need to keep things as compact as possible, the PowerPort III Nano is an excellent choice. It’s just one inch thick and packs 18W punch in a 5W size body. The USB-C Power Delivery port works with virtually all mobile USB-C devices and you get the quality and reliability of the brand in a really tiny package. Cables are not included and you have to be careful not to lose the thing – yeah, it’s that small. The PowerPort III Nano is the best portable iPhone fast charger out there.

Aukey Minima 18W PD Charger

• Ports: 1x USB-C with PD
• Power: 18W 
• Travel-Ready with Foldable Plug
• Cable not included

On the Aukey side of compact fast chargers we find the Minima. It’s not as compact as the PowerPort Nano but features foldable prongs, which is a fair tradeoff. The 18W maximum output charges an iPhone 11 from 0 to 65 percent in just 30 minutes, which is great. You can charge other USB-C devices, too and it’s budget-friendly at around $20 asking price. The packaging is a bit spartan and there are no cables included but it’s to be expected at this price point. All in all, the Aukey Minima 18W PD Charger is a compact no-frills quick charger that will get the job done.

RavPower PD Pioneer 30W

If you need things to stay portable, but don’t want to sacrifice power, there’s only one option. The world’s smallest 30W fast charger – the RavPower PD Pioneer 30W. This iPhone fast charger uses GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology to offer more power, control, and protective functions built into the circuitry than conventional silicon. Despite its compact size (1.1-inch thickness), the RavPower PD Pioneer can get an iPhone XS Max to 50% battery in just half an hour, thanks to the Power Delivery 3.0. It’s not the cheapest one in the bunch, but it’s definitely worth a look.

For the purists

Apple USB-C 18W Power Adapter

• Ports: 1x USB-C with PD
• Power: 18W
• Ships with iPhone 11 Pro models
• Cable not included

iPhone USB-C to Lightning cables for fast charging

To get fast charging to work with your iPhone, you need a special cable. Apple’s Power Delivery system requires a USB-C port, which in other words means that you need a USB-C to Lightning port cable. These come in different lengths and you can get one from various brands. To simplify things, here are some options: