• Price: S$149 (get it at Shopee and Lazada)
• Ports: 2 x USB-C, 1 x USB-A
• Weight: 200g (with 3-plug tip)

The charger’s use of Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology enables performance in a smaller and more thermally efficient package compared to older silicon-based chargers. It runs cooler, wastes less energy, and maintains a compact footprint without compromising output.

And immediately when you look at this charger, what stands out is its low-profile, tight-to-the-wall design. Unlike traditional rectangular power bricks that jut awkwardly from sockets, this charger sits closer to the wall. That small design decision makes a big difference in real-world use, especially in cafés, airports, or older buildings where loose outlets can cause heavier chargers to sag or fall out.

The 2-pin (US & Japan) foldable plug is built into the charger, while the included 3-pin plug tip ensures you can use it in Singapore with no issues. You can easily attach and detach the 3-pin plug tip, thanks to a button at the bottom of the tip.

With 100W total output, the charger features two USB‑C PD 3.1 ports with PPS support and one USB‑A port. When using a single USB‑C port, Belkin claims it can output the full 100W — powerful enough to fast-charge a 16‑inch MacBook Pro from 0–50% in around 31 minutes. In other words, it can replace your chunky original laptop charger.

When all three ports are in use, the charger intelligently distributes power: up to 60W to the primary USB‑C port (ideal for a laptop), 22W to the second USB‑C port (great for a phone or tablet), and 18W to the USB‑A port for smaller accessories like wireless earbuds or smartwatch. This prioritised allocation ensures your laptop continues receiving sufficient power even while charging other devices — avoiding the frustrating slowdowns common with cheaper multiport adapters.

Compatibility is broad, covering the recent MacBook models, iPads, iPhones (including the iPhone 17 series), Samsung Galaxy devices up to the S26 lineup, Google Pixel phones, Nintendo Switch, and most USB‑C laptops and tablets. For anyone deeply embedded in the USB‑C ecosystem, this charger ticks nearly every box on the list.

For S$149, this charger doesn’t come with a charging cable. Thankfully, for this review, Belkin sent me its BoostCharge Pro Magnetic 240W USB-C Cable (S$65, get it at Shopee and Lazada) that supports up to 240W PD fast charging. It comes with magnetic self-tidying and clutter-free coiling design. It is also supposed to last for more than 100,000 bends and 20,000 plug-ins.

In my tests, using the above cable, I found that the charger was able to charge my 14-inch M1 MacBook Pro from 14% to 64% in 30 mins. For an older 2019 Intel 16-inch MacBook Pro, the performance is not as swift. It was only able to charge it from flat to 25% in 31 mins. Still, this charging performance is way better than your laptop’s original charger.

Of course, when you are using two ports or three ports, the charging time is going to be even slower and will vary depending on what devices you are charging. But if you are overseas and need to charge three devices overnight for your next working day, this charger is a heavesend.

VERDICT: The Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3‑Port GaN Wall Charger 100W is no doubt expensive for a wall charger. However, it will replace two or three separate chargers in your bag. So, it is easily a good investment for your pocket and your back in the long run.

As the name implies, the Nexode Pro is a Gallium Nitrate (GaN) charger. GaN is a compound that conducts electricity more efficiently, generate less heat and can withstand higher electric fields. It also allows the charger to be smaller and lighter.

• Price: S$75.90, get it at Shopee, Lazada and Challenger Stores
• Ports: 1 x USB-C (65W Max), 1 x USB-C (30W Max), 1 x USB-A (22.5W Max)
• Total output power: 65W Max
• Weight: 126g (without interchangeable plug)

As you can see, the Nexode Pro is as thin, as flat, and as sleek as a charger can get. It has a cool-looking grey exterior with built-in US plug that you can flip out when you need to use it. With a footprint not much bigger than a credit card, it is really pocket size measuring only 15mm thick and weighing a mere 126g (without additional plugs). The flat design allows you to insert the charger to power points in various narrow or tight spaces.

This review unit comes with two interchangeable plugs – an EU plug and an UK (or Singapore) plug – for your travelling needs. While no cables are included in the box, it does comes with a nice pouch made of microfibre cloth for you to store the charge and the additional plugs. Even with the UK plug attached, it weighs only 146g.

At one end of the charge, you will find the two USB-C 65W ports and one USB-A 22.5W ports. Altogether, it is able to provide a total output power of 65W. That should be enough for all the devices you might own, for instance, a laptop, a smartphone and a smartwatch.

In other words, for single-port charging, either USB-C ports will give you a maximum output power of 65W w, while the USB-A will offer a maximum output port of 22.5W. But if you are using two USB-C ports at the same time, one USB-C port will give 45W max power and the other only 20W max power. This is still good enough to charge your MacBook Air and iPhone at the same time.

However, if you are using three ports at the same time, you only get a 45W max power USB-C port, a 7.5W max power USB-C port and a 7.5W max power USB-A port. Still, it should be enough for you to charge your MacBook Pro, iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously.

In my tests, using single-port charging, the Nexode Pro was able to charge my 12.9-inch iPad Pro from 50% to full battery in 49 mins. When it is used to charge my 14-inch MacBook Pro, the Nexode Pro took 1 hour and 15 mins to charge the laptop from 40% to full.

While the charging speeds are pretty fast, the charger can get pretty hot. While the heat on the charger might not hurt you, it is still a wee bit worrying. Not to mention, the price of the Nexode Pro (with two interchangeable plugs) is not very expensive, it is not cheap either.

VERDICT: That said, whether you are a frequent international traveller or a local road warrior, the Ugreen Nexode Pro (X753) is certainly the charger to get with its sleek design, compact size and light weight. You will not regret it.

As its name implies, it is a four-port GaN (gallium nitride) charger with three USB-C ports and one USB-A port. It is able to charge up to four devices at the same time with a total power of up to 140W. According to Belkin, it supports fast charging of most PD3.1 (EPR) and PD3.0 enabled devices.

• PRICE: From S$189, get it at Shopee and Lazada
• PORTS: 3 x USB-C, 1 x USB-A
• WEIGHT: 358g (with 3-pin plug)

Design is pretty minimalistic with the four ports at one end and the 3-pin plug on another end of a white rectangular plastic slab. There is a button on top that lets you take out the 3-pin plug to insert other plugs (not included in the review set).

It is important to note not all three USB-C ports are the same. The top USB-C port is able to output a maximum 140W power for only one device. But if you plug in a second device using the second USB-C port, the two USB-C ports will output 65W each at the same time.

Even if you plug a device using the USB-A port, the top USB-C port can only output 100W while the USB-A port will offer a 12W power output.

So what’s the power output if you plug in four devices at the same time? It will be 65W (top USB-C), 45W (2nd USB-C), 20W (third USB-C) and 12W (USB-A). So, technically speaking, you can charge two laptops, one tablet and one smartphone.

Personally, I think this is perfect for me as I can charge my MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and Apple Watch Ultra 2 by just using this charger.

Belkin says the charger is able to charge an Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch from 0-50% in 28 minutes using Apple’s USB-C-to-MagSafe cable. In my tests, it was able to charge my office MacBook Pro 16-inch from 80% to full in 10 minutes using only the top port and Apple’s USB-C-to-MagSafe cable. Using the same set up, it took 30 minutes to charge a 2021 14-inch MacBook Pro’s battery from 8% to 61%.

This kind of charging speed is just amazing. On the flipside, the charger does get a bit hot while it is doing its job.

The biggest downer though is its size and weight. Tipping the scales at 358g, it is rather heavy compared to my own Sanho HyperJuice 100W charger. It is also bigger than most GaN chargers in the market.

Admittedly, its S$189 price tag (S$199 if you get the extra tips for travelling) is pretty hefty as well. And you do not even get a cable.

However, if you consider Apple’s S$121.20 140W USB-C Power Adapter only has one USB-C port, the BoostCharge Pro is a steal with its three USB-C ports and one USB-A port.

VERDICT: The Belkin BoostCharge Pro 140W 4-Port Wall Charger might be slightly heavy and pricy, but it offers plenty of ports for you to charge all your devices quickly at one go. Now, I am thinking if I should get another!

As its name implies, this 7-in-1 charging station comes in the form of a sleek cube. On its front, it has two USB-A Quick Charge (QC) ports and two USB-C power delivery (PD) ports. You can find a three-plug AC outlet on its top, left and right sides. At back of the cube, there is a power switch for you to turn on and off the charging station.

• Price: $99.90, get it at Lazada, Shopee and Challenger
• Ports: 2 x USB-A QC, 2 x USB-C PD, 3 x AC outlet
• Weight: 607g

In other words, the DigiNest Cube has four USB ports to charge your smart devices and three AC outlets to plug in your electrical appliances. And thanks to its GaN (gallium nitride) technology, it comes in a nice compact size measuring 8cm x 8cm x 8cm and weighing 607g. As such, it will not take up much of your valuable table top space.

Its 1.8m power cord should be long enough for you to plug it into your wall AC outlet and extend the charging capabilities onto your desk. On a wee bit of down side, this power cord is fixed and not detachable. If it is detachable, I could have used one of the existing power cords I have on my table to plug it into the DigiNest Cube.

However, unlike many power strips, this charging station has a power switch. This offers convenience, as you do not need to reach to the wall AC outlet to switch it off. This convenience makes it more likely for you to switch it off than leaving it on all the time, making it a potential hazard.

That said, the DigiNest Cube is said to come with protection against short circuit, over-voltage, over-current and overheating. So, you can have a peace of mind when charging your devices.

The DigiNest Cube offers up to 65W PD using one USB-C port or 18W charging using one USB-A port. If you are using two USB-C ports simultaneously, it will be one 45W PD and one 20W PD. If you are using one USB-C and USB-A port at the same time, it will be 45W PD (via USB-C) and 18W QC (via USB-A).

In the event you are using two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, the charging will be at 20W PD for both USB-C ports and 18W QC with the one USB-A port. If you are using all four ports, you get only a 30W PD and a 20W PD via the USB-C ports and 5V3A charging via the USB-A ports.

In my tests, I found it charged an iPad mini (2021) from 68% to 92% in 35 minutes using one USB-C port. while my iPhone 13 Pro Max went from 75% to 100% in 15 minutes. Mileage might vary depending on your use. But it is certainly one convenient charging cube to have.

VERDICT: With a price tag of S$99.90 (street price can go down to S$79.90), it is not exactly cheap compared to normal power strips. However, there are not many power strips or charging stations, like the Ugreen 65W DigiNest Cube, which is able to offer four USB charging ports and three AC outlets in such a sleek and compact form.

• Price: $129, get it at Shopee and Lazada
• Ports: 2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A
• Weight: 330g

As its name implies, this portable charger uses GaN (gallium nitride) technology that delivers higher wattages with greater efficiency but at a smaller form factor.

The BOOST↑CHARGE PRO charger is a white rectangular brick with one side having two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports with a total power output of 108W. It measures no longer than 10cm at its longest sides, while the shorter sides are less than 8cm.

Compared to bringing a power strip to your office or stashing one into your luggage, this is a much convenient charger to pack into your laptop bag or backpack. The only inconvenience is you have to bring along a power cord. The included power cord is 2m long, so the upside is you can place it anywhere on your desk easily.

I like that there are four rubber feet underneath the charger, so it does not move around when placed on the table top. This is something not found in many other chargers.

In addition, the BOOST↑CHARGE PRO charger has markings on around each port to indicate its respective power output. So, you can see easily there is only USB-C port that is capable of a maximum power output of 96W. The other USB-C port is only capable of 30W power output. The other two USB-A ports share a total power output of up to 12W.

The charger’s Intelligent Power Sharing technology is said to recognise the power needs of each device and distributes the proper power output to all four connected devices accordingly. So, in theory, if only one USB-C port is in use, it offers a power output of 96W while you can use one or two USB-A ports at up to 12W for the maximum power output this charger can deliver.

However, if two USB-C ports are in use, it will offer two power outputs of 65W and 30W at the same time. And if all four ports are used, it will deliver a total of 107W instead.

For this review, four of Belkin’s latest BOOST↑CHARGE PRO Flex cables are used to charge devices from Huawei MateBook laptop to Apple iPhone.

These BOOST↑CHARGE PRO Flex cables used are the USB-A-to-Lightning (S$39.90, get it at Shopee) variant, the USB-C-to-Lightning (S$39.90, get it at Shopee) variant, the USB-A-to-USB-C (S$34.90, get it at Shopee) and the USB-C-to-USB-C (S$39.90, get it at Belkin) variant.

Each cable variant is available in colours of black, blue, pink and white. Each cable is double braided for increased durability and its silicone technology resists tangling and kinking. A big highlight of this PRO Flex series is its a cable strap with magnetic clip and a circular metal plate (with adhesive on one side) for easy mounting. This helps to organise your table top instead of letting the cables go “haywire” literally.

Using one USB-A port, the charger was able to charge an iPhone 6 Pro – which does not support fast charging – from 50% to full in 1 hour 34 minutes. For an iPhone 13 Pro that support fast charging, it took a shorter 57 minutes to do so with the same USB-A port. But when I use the USB-C 96W port, the time was shortened to 37 minutes.

Next, I used the USB-C 96W port to charge a Huawei MateBook 13. And it took only 68 minutes to charge it from 50% to full. Next, I tried charging a 16-inch Apple MacBook Pro with the same cable and port, and it took 85 minutes to charge it from 50% to full.

Fortunately, before I conclude this review, I got my hands on the latest BOOST↑CHARGE USB-C-to-USB-C Cable 100W (from S$27.90, get it at Belkin). This double-braided cable supports charging up to 100W with double-braided nylon exterior for durability. I tried using this to charge the 16-inch MacBook Pro via the 96W port. And it took a shorter 62 minutes to charge the laptop from 50% to full.

Obviously, if you use all four ports to charge, the charging speed will significantly be reduced. But eventually, it will get all your devices charged.

However, the charger does get a tad hot even when using only the main 96W USB-C charging port. So, imagine when it is charging four devices at the same time. You probably don’t want to touch the charger.

On the other hand, you do not have to worry about your devices being be damaged from this charger. It is covered by a two-year product warranty and a US$2,500 Connected Equipment Warranty. In other words, Belkin will compensate you up to US$2,500 if your devices are damaged while using the charger.

VERDICT: At S$129, the Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE PRO 4-Port GaN Charger 108W is certainly not cheap. But it will certainly do the job if you have four devices that you need to charge at the same time.