We compared two Qi wireless charging pads at similar prices: the 15W Belkin BoostCharge and the 10W Anker PowerWave Pad.
What we looked at
Stated charging speeds, cable and adapter, case compatibility, safety features, and price.
The verdict
If you have a recent Samsung Galaxy and want the 15W output, a USB-C to USB-C cable and Belkin SmartProtect safety features, the Belkin BoostCharge is the faster, more modern pick, at £14.99. If you want a basic Qi pad with through-case charging for about £4 less and don't mind a Micro-USB cable and no AC adapter, the Anker PowerWave Pad is the value option.
A 15W Qi pad with a USB-C cable and SmartProtect safety features, at about £4 more.
A simple 10W Qi pad with through-case charging for about £4 less, but Micro USB and no adapter.
Belkin BoostCharge Wireless Charging Pad with Qi, 15W Fast Charging (Black), USB-C Cable Included — Fastest
Intended for: Marketed as a compact Qi-certified 15W wireless charging pad for iPhone, Samsung, Pixel and earbuds, with a 15W output for Samsung Galaxy 24 and newer, Belkin SmartProtect safety features and a 5ft USB-C cable.
What we liked
- 15W output for Samsung Galaxy 24 and newer, and 9W for Samsung S23 and older
- Included 5ft (1.5m) USB-C to USB-C cable and an LED light indicator
- Case-compatible charging that meets Belkin's SmartProtect standard
- Temperature monitoring, over-voltage, current detection, overload and foreign-object protection
- Slim, compact profile stated to be easy to store and travel with
Worth knowing
- Costs £4 more than the Anker PowerWave Pad on these listings
- The listing bullets mention a USB-C cable but not a wall adapter
Best for
- Recent Samsung Galaxy owners who want the 15W speed
- Buyers who want a USB-C cable and built-in protections
- Travel and desk use
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a stated through-case thickness
Anker PowerWave Pad Wireless Charger, Qi-Certified, 10W Max (No AC Adapter) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a Qi-certified 10W wireless charging pad with 10W output for Samsung Galaxy, 7.5W for iPhone and 5W for other phones or earbuds, charging through cases up to 5 mm thick, with a 4 ft Micro USB cable.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Belkin BoostCharge on these listings
- 10W for Samsung Galaxy, 7.5W for iPhone and 5W for other phones or wireless earbuds including AirPods
- Charges directly through protective cases up to 5 mm thick (not magnetic or metal cases)
- Includes a 4 ft Micro USB cable, a welcome guide and an 18-month warranty
Worth knowing
- Maximum 10W, below the Belkin's 15W
- Micro USB cable, and the title states no AC adapter is included, and it is not MagSafe compatible
Best for
- Anyone who wants a simple, cheaper Qi pad
- Phones and earbuds in thin cases
- Buyers who already have a suitable adapter
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want 15W charging
- Anyone who wants a USB-C cable or a MagSafe charger
