The Best Chargers for MacBook in 2026: What Apple Doesn't Tell You About Third-Party Charging

Apple sells a 30W USB-C charger for $49. A 67W charger for $69. And they don't include either one in the box anymore.

The good news: you don't need to buy from Apple. USB-C Power Delivery is an open standard, and third-party GaN chargers can match or exceed Apple's performance at the same price — while doing much more.

What Wattage Does Your MacBook Need?

  • MacBook Air (M1, M2, M3): 30–67W for full-speed charging
  • MacBook Pro 13": 61–67W for full-speed charging
  • MacBook Pro 14": 67–96W for full-speed charging
  • MacBook Pro 16": 96–140W for full-speed charging

The NexCharger 65W GaN Charger covers MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 13" at full speed, and will charge larger MacBook Pros at a reduced (but still useful) rate.

Is It Safe to Use a Third-Party Charger With a MacBook?

Yes — with an important caveat. The charger must be USB-C PD compliant. USB-C PD is an open standard that Apple's MacBooks are designed to work with. The MacBook negotiates the charging parameters with the charger, so a quality USB-C PD charger is just as safe as Apple's own.

Apple's own support documentation confirms that USB-C PD chargers from third parties are compatible with MacBooks.

Why the NexCharger 65W Is the Smart MacBook Charger

Apple's 67W charger costs $69 and only charges your MacBook. The NexCharger 65W GaN Charger costs $79 and charges your MacBook and your iPhone and your iPad — simultaneously. It also includes interchangeable international plug heads, making it the only charger you need for domestic and international travel.

The Cable Matters Too

The NexCharger 65W includes a 1M USB-C to USB-C cable rated for full 65W delivery. This is the cable you need for MacBook charging — and it's included in the box.

For MacBook Air Users Specifically

The MacBook Air M3 supports up to 67W charging. The NexCharger 65W delivers 65W — effectively identical performance to Apple's own charger, at the same price, with the added benefit of charging all your other devices too.

Stop overpaying for Apple's single-device charger. Get the NexCharger 65W and charge everything from one plug.