I Tested 20+ USB-C Cables – Here's My Top 5 Cables For The iPhone 15
I Tested 20+ USB-C Cables – Here's My Top 5 Cables For The iPhone 15
In today’s video, we’re diving deep into the world of USB-C cables for the iPhone 15. After rigorous testing, I’ve ranked over 20 cables based on Price, USB Type, Build Quality, Charge Speeds, Data Transfer Speeds, Cable Length, and any additional features.
Here’s my Top 5 (w/Amazon links):
1. Mophie Fast Charge USB-C 3.1 to USB-C 3.1 Charging Cable – https://mreh.ca/3ti1LzU
2. Amazon Basics Double Braided Nylon USB-C 3 Cable – https://mreh.ca/3tpfrZR
3. FasGear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Cable – https://mreh.ca/46cYtN1
4. Cable Matters 10Gpbs USB C to USB C Monitor Cable – https://mreh.ca/3Q2EKKn
5. Anker Powerline III – https://mreh.ca/45gdOef
Need more information for the iPhone 15? Here are links to some of my other Best Of Videos:
Top 5 MagSafe Car Mounts: https://youtu.be/cXWmWNlhhfo
Top 5 MagSafe Multi-Chargers: https://youtu.be/_sjI7cEJ-Ck
Top 10 iPhone 15 Cases: https://youtu.be/z5KSVGqTUGo
Top 10 MagSafe Wallets For The iPhone 15: https://youtu.be/ltqgaMNAxB4
Top 10 iPhone 15 MagSafe Grips: https://youtu.be/E0_iE_UQAFg
Top 5 MagSafe Battery packs: https://youtu.be/CHFr5SNYKZA
Top 5 Privacy Screen Protectors: https://youtu.be/5RoZdqe_kMY
Top 5 iPhone 15 Screen Protectors: https://youtu.be/iJmBo1TiNzM
Top 5 USB-C Cables For The iPhone 15: https://youtu.be/XuofqeRbBfY
In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:30 #5
1:18 #4
1:58 #3
2:44 #2
3:51 Where do Apple’s Cables Sit?
4:07 #1
5:10 USB-C Cable Red Flags
#reviewernotinfluencer #iphone15 #reviews
🔹 Why USB-C for iPhone?
Apple’s transition from the lightning cable to USB-C was a significant move. However, the USB-C market can be quite chaotic, making it hard for consumers to find a good product without proper guidance.
🔹 Value for Money? Not Always!
Interestingly, USB-C cables are one of the few product categories where the price doesn’t always dictate quality.
🔹 Ranking Breakdown:
1. Mophie Fast Charge USB-C 3.1 to USB-C 3.1 Charging Cable ($10)
Surprisingly tops the list with its affordability and performance.
USB 3 cable with top-tier data transfer and charge speeds.
Braided design with a sleek metallic head.
2. Amazon Basics Double Braided Nylon USB C ($20)
-Affordable and part of Amazon’s quality basic lineups.
-Unique double braided nylon design.
-Average charge speeds with slower data transfers among USB 3 cables.
3. FasGear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Cable (~$15)
-2nd best in data transfer tests.
-Average charging speeds but comes with a braided cable for better handling.
-Metallic head keeps the connector cool.
4. Cable Matters 10Gpbs USB C to USB C Monitor Cable (~$12)
-Superb charging and data transfer speeds.
-Basic design with a slightly tacky rubber coat.
-Distinct cable head shape for easier removal.
5. Anker Powerline III ($15 for 2)
-Best for standard iPhone 15 users.
-Excellent charging capability at an affordable price.
-Rubber-coated for a familiar Apple aesthetic.
-USB 2.0 with decent data transfer speeds, albeit not the fastest.
🔹 Notable Mentions:
Chubby Cable: Expensive but excellent handling.
Apple’s own cables rank lower with the 240W cable at #15 and the 60W cable (included with the iPhone 15) at #18.
🔹 Top Tip:
When shopping for USB-C cables, prioritize the USB version (USB2 or USB3). While USB2 may suffice for standard iPhone 15 users, those with the Pro versions aiming to connect their phones to drives should opt for USB3.
📌 Final Thoughts:
Don’t be swayed by expensive cables with fancy finishes. It’s essential to understand your requirements and make an informed decision.
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I know you have USB cable testers in-house… why no resistance test?
I have plenty of cables. I’m here for Monty. He is the star of the show..
the market for plain usb cable is kinda stagnant over time. On the other hand, look at the land scape for USB c cable with led displaying the charging speed, its like wild, full of mystery and unknown brand. its like a gamble. bought a few, and when 1 works, I feel like winning the lotery.. you should make a video about that, I am sure lot to be explore, would be a very interesting videos.. for starter are they even acurate?
Hi sorry but may I where you would place the 2m apple usb c to usb c cable? I remember watching a video of yours a while back, suggesting to get the 2m instead of the 1m as the build quality is better. Would getting the 2m usb c apple cable be better than the ankwe powerline 3? as it has usb 3 and 240w charging
Would you ever consider testing MagTame Automatic Coiling Cables?
April 2025
Best USB-C cables I’ve tested for purely data transfer speeds.
1. Anker Thunderbolt 4 cable, 40Gbps, 240W, 2.3 FT
2. Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Cable (3.2ft/ 1M) 40Gbps, 240W PD
3. Cable Matters [Intel Certified] 40Gbps Thunderbolt 4 Cable 3.3ft 240W
4. UAG SRGE 3.2 USB-C 20GBPS 240W, length 2.5ft
5. Amazon Basics, USB-C 4, 40 Gbps, 240W, 3.3 Foot
6. Silkland Thunderbolt 4 3.3FT, 40Gbps, 240W
not crimmed
The links in the description don’t link to the products, just to a search page, so we can’t know which product specifically you had in the video. And why would you say a company underprices a good product? Companies become aware of this and raise prices. Now when I look up the Mophie product you recommended they’re all over 100% the price you mentioned in the video
Whats your thoughts on Multi Charging Cable’s? I would like to carry just one cable to charge my iPhone 15, apple air-pods pro and iPad? Can you recommend some that are good? Thank you & say hi to your dog for me.
I like his little tie!!!!!!🥺😩
Not all cables are create equal.
Hello. I need some help. I have iPhone 15 pro max 256 gb and I bought an ssd M.2 that is 2 TB with a case of Rg Strix Arion USB type C 3.2 . The problem that I have is that, at first I transfer some files from my phone to the disk but after some files the disk stop working and my iPhone don’t see the disk at all or just loading but only this. The format of the ssd is fat not ntfs. I can’t understand what is the problem… the 2tb ? The 3.2 type c of the case ? The M.2 ssd ? Can someone help me please?? Thank you in advance
You forgot to review the ChubbyCable👍
omg, the vide pace is too fast for me
Brother, I need you to test the hype 4-1 charging cord by mfish 240w. Would love to see a video on that cord. There’s many more other 4-1 brand as well but the hype is the mfish brand one. Would love to see the mfish 4-1 go against your best test one! Love your video and results. I want to see if the mfish is worth all the hype! Keep at it brother very educational and helpful!
BUY ANKER STOP BUYING THESE PIEFES OF JUNK
Awesome vid bud
❤ your videos🎉 and your well behaved “MONTY “.
Thank you for the info. By any chance have to tested HDMI to type c?
Very superficial judgements. How is the composition of the cable, shielding, bend rating, metal core, circuit board and chipset? Ratings and certifications? Suddenly you will see price matters. Take a look at the internals of Apple’s Thunderbolt 5 cable.
No cables were made "for" Iphone, so you just make a stupid assumption. Of course, apple sheep !
This guy is awesome. Love the obv dedication to actual research and the his ability to be honest for recommendations.
have a 16 pro, getting the mophie usb c cable you recommended. But I need a usb adapter, which one?
Mophie did bump the price, it’s now $20 – while Amazon Basics is $15
I like the anker zolo cable
This is a best-VALUE list not a BEST-cable list contrary to his thumbnail.
The best cable is Cable Matters because it transfers data the fastest, which objectively is the most important factor determining quality of a cable because in charge time differences between these cables were negligible.
The other factors such as head shape, cable uncoiling are subjective and for many people irrelevant, but EVERYONE wants to have their cable transfer data faster.
Cable quality and charge time only matters if you have higher power charging units, but it doesn’t seem like this reviewer understands this because his charge time results were all the same i.e. he only used a low power charging unit, which is a methodological mistake.
Whether you’re willing to pay the price for the best cable depends on individual context, but regardless of what you can afford, the best cable is the one with fastest transfer speeds and fastest charging rates.
Pla update for 2025
I have the iPhone 16 Pro Max and I have a Samsung 45 W charger. Can I use the USB-C braided cable that came with the iPhone on a 45 W charger from Samsung to get them 45 W speeds or will I need a different USB-C cable
So if you’re planning on getting a USB-C cable, pay attention to the USB version. Out of the 21 cables in my test group, only 4 were USB-C 3.x. Within that group, two were USB-C 3.2 and two were USB-C 3.1 and biggest difference from what I saw came from the data transfer speeds. Now, even within the USB-C 3.1 and 3.2, there are variants where an older version is faster than a newer version. For example, USB 3.1 Gen 2 has faster download speeds than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
What a dumpster fire…
Best cable so far is the Baseus Crystal Clear Cable from Aliexpress. Dual brading and it feels out if this world 😊
Your channel is great. Thanks. A review of Thunderbolt cables would be helpful.
What will work as a car charging cable. From usb to usb-c
mophie is now 25 bucks
This is all very informative about USB-C cables, BUT vast majority of users do not do data transfers phones. We just want to know what is the best cable that will utilize USB-C charging ports on our phones.
I know there’s QC and PD 3.1 cables. I’m sure we all want to know what are the b fastest charging cables and not data transfers/video outputs.
FOR IPhone 15 PLUS AS WELL ,RIGHT?
Beautiful dog. I love his tie. He looks as a true professional
Those big ends suck when trying to use the phone when charging-suck suck suck
I have an iPhone 15 plus.. Please 🙏 suggest some reputed company type C – C cable for my iphone..I have a 20 watt apple charger..
Love From India ❤️
Video is a year old. Any updates?
Wish i saw this video sooner. Mophie increased their prices to 29$😭
Which charging block & charging cable do you recommend for IPhone 15 Plus?
Nice hypnotize video😊❤
2:37 gotta hate friction while pulling on the head 🤬
What is it with you people? There are 4.8-billion android phones out there as opposed to just 1.8-billion iPhones, but you concentrate on those massively over-priced paper weights from Apple!
Brilliant video, you did manage to make cables exciting!
straight to the point, you have earned a comment and a 👍 thank you for that review! 🤝 if you ever do second episode I would love to hear about jacket bend resistance on these cables 🙏
Your muscle is so ❤
There is a lot more to those cables than that, that’s why I don’t get advice from YouTubers
Glad to see #1 was some braided stiff garbage. Come on, man. Braided cables always fray.
USB-C is a connector. It is neither a cable nor a protocol.