Nomad Universal Cable USB-C vs Anker 3-in-1 USB-C to Lightning/Micro USB/USB-C Cable

Buy the Nomad Universal Cable if you want one short, tough USB-C cable that fast-charges laptops and phones at up to 240W. Buy the Anker 3-in-1 if you still carry Lightning and Micro-USB devices and want one cable for all of them. The Nomad wins on build and power; the Anker wins on connector variety and reach. Owners of the Nomad praise the Kevlar braid and metal ends but some report cables that stop charging, and the adapter ends are bulky. The Anker is a USB-A cable with no data transfer, so it is a charging-only tool.

• Choose the Nomad Universal Cable USB-C if you charge USB-C laptops and phones and want a short, armored cable rated for 240W.
• Choose the Anker 3-in-1 if you still own Lightning or Micro-USB devices and want one cable that covers all three connectors.