We compared two USB-C to USB-A adapters: the Anker USB-C to USB-A Adapter (2 Pack) and the BASESAILOR USB-C to USB-A Adapter (3 Pack).
What we looked at
Direction, speed, build, pack size, and price per adapter. Both turn a USB-C port into a USB-A port.
The verdict
If you want an Anker-branded, ultra-slim aluminium adapter with the higher rating, the 2 pack is the pick at £7.99, about £4.00 each. If you would rather pay £2.00 less for 3 adapters rated at 10Gbps, the BASESAILOR is the alternative, at £5.99, about £2.00 each.
A £7.99 2 pack of slim aluminium USB-C male to USB-A 3.0 female adapters.
A £5.99 3 pack of USB-C male to USB-A 3.2 female adapters rated 10Gbps.
Anker USB-C to USB-A 3.0 Adapter (2 Pack) — Anker Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a 2 pack of ultra-slim aluminium adapters with a male USB-C and female USB-A 3.0 connector, turning a USB-C port into a USB-A port for hard drives, phones, mice and printers. The listing says the slim form factor leaves room for two adapters side by side on a MacBook Pro, and the connectors are designed for up to 10,000 plug cycles. Carries 4.7 stars from 24.2K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Higher star rating than the BASESAILOR (4.7 vs 4.6)
- Ultra-slim so two fit side by side on a MacBook Pro
- Scratch-resistant aluminium
- Connectors rated for up to 10,000 plug cycles
Worth knowing
- Costs £2.00 more than the BASESAILOR pack, with one fewer adapter
- About £4.00 an adapter against about £2.00
- No 10Gbps speed figure stated in the details we reviewed
Best for
- Buyers who want a known brand
- Anyone with a MacBook who wants a slim adapter
- Those who want the higher-rated option
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a 3 pack
BASESAILOR USB-C to USB-A Adapter (3 Pack, 10Gbps) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 3 pack of OTG adapters with a Type C male and USB A 3.2 female connector, supporting data transfer up to 10Gbps. The listing describes an aluminium alloy shell with a polished finish and a slim profile that avoids blocking adjacent ports. Carries 4.6 stars from 19.2K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Anker pack on these listings, at £5.99
- 3 adapters in the pack, about £2.00 each
- Listed at up to 10Gbps (USB 3.2)
- Aluminium alloy shell and slim profile
Worth knowing
- Slightly lower star rating than the Anker (4.6 vs 4.7)
- No stated plug-cycle rating in the details we reviewed
Best for
- Buyers who want several adapters cheaply
- Anyone who wants a stated 10Gbps rating
- Those who want spares for bags and desks
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a known brand name
- Anyone who only needs one or two adapters
