The 3-in-1 gadget that solves the endless family fights over cables

If you want to start a family argument, just take someone else's charger. I know this all too well when I have to 'borrow' from a family member, only to return it because they've come home looking for their precious gadget.

If this sounds like your household, or if you're prone to daylight robbery as well, then there's actually a very simple solution.

Enter: the wireless charger.

More specifically, Belkin's 3-in-1 Qi2 Wireless Charging Dock. If I were to pinpoint a useful piece of tech that I physically interact with every single day, this would be it.

The best part is the multiple slots for docking different phones, so no one has to argue about missing cables! Regardless, let me explain why this sleek dock is the ultimate daily essential.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.

Belkin's 3-in-1 Qi2 Wireless Charging Dock at a glance...

Now $219.95

Pros: Fast-charging on the main dock with cooling, 3-in-1 gadget, portable

Cons: Pricey, some capabilities locked behind Apple ecosystem

Verdict: Convenience at a premium, with many cheaper alternatives

Declutter your space with ease

If you're someone like me with terrible cable management (because why bother), there comes a deep satisfaction with setting up a single gadget to replace all those separate, dangling cables.

While the one I use has an aesthetic matte grey look to it and 25W fast wireless charging perks, Belkin offers a range of different shapes, sizes and colour options for their chargers. Of course, it’s more than just looks.

Using these chargers is incredibly simple, thanks to their magnet design. This is mostly known as MagSafe, and can be found on most modern iPhones.

It makes it super easy to snap your phone to the pad, drop your Apple Watch on the back arm, and place your AirPods on the base. And just like that! Your Apple ecosystem is fully charged.

If you and your partner need a charger too, there are two slots for phones (although only one is MagSafe compatible), making it that bit more convenient for keeping everything in one place and for resolving arguments about stolen cables.

Have an Android phone? Many phone cases come with MagSafe compatibility, and Belkin even offers Android alternatives you can pick up, too.

Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station For Android

Now $119.95

It's travel-friendly, sort of...

If you travel often, you know how much of a nightmare it is to pack multiple chargers and try to fit everything in under the weight limit.

It also makes it difficult when there are plenty of bulky chargers and stands out there, especially from Belkin itself. This specific model has a foldable main pad, which is great to help compact it down just a little bit to make it easy to shove into your bag.

Despite this, I wouldn’t recommend this as the perfect travelling option, but it does the job, and I’ve taken it away with me a couple of times, no stress.

If you're after a more specialised travelling alternative, keep reading for options.

Final verdict: Is a 3-in-1 charger worth it?

Now $219.95

For this Belkin one in particular, paying $200 for a charger sounds like a massive commitment. Yes, it's a premium price tag, but the charger also comes with a built-in toggleable fan on the main fast-charging pad to actively cool down your phone as it charges.

Plus, if you charge your phone, watch and earbuds every single night, you're using this device over a thousand times a year! To help you out, you can also browse a few cheaper alternatives.

Charging station alternatives

Inui Wireless Charger 2 pack

Now $39.99

Keepro MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger

Shop for $48.99

Anker MagSafe Compatible Charger Stand

Now $54.98

Travel-friendly 3-in-1 charging stations

Laser 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Pad

On sale for $39.24

3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger for Samsung

Now $67.41

Lamicall 3-in-1 Charging Station

Now $59.49

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