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Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter

Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter

4.4(228 ratings)

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$19.90at AmazonChecked 36 min ago

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $19.90 at Amazon (checked Nov 13, 2026).
  • Checked at 9 stores.

Our take on the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter

The Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter is a short braided cable adapter that lets Lightning accessories plug into a USB-C iPhone or iPad. It carries charging, data and audio over one connection, and Apple says it works with most cars, including CarPlay setups. It suits people with Lightning cables, docks or car leads who moved to a USB-C device and want to keep using them. It is a narrow single-purpose adapter, so it competes with plain USB-C cables and Lightning-to-USB-C cables rather than replacing them. Buyers rate it well overall, though some find it short and pricey for what it does.

Best forOwners of a USB-C iPhone or iPad with Lightning accessoriesDrivers who want a wired CarPlay connectionPeople keeping an existing Lightning cable or dock in use
Pros
  • Adds a Lightning port to a USB-C device
  • Handles charging, data and audio
  • Braided cable construction
  • Works with most cars, including CarPlay
  • Plug-and-play, no setup
Cons
  • Short adapter, not a full-length cable
  • Single Lightning port only
  • No shielding specified
  • Costs more than a basic cable

Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter prices at every store

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Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter price history

Lowest price we've seen: $19.90 on Nov 13 at Amazon. Tracked across 8 stores since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

  • 4.4 / 5228 ratings

Owners rate it well and mostly value that it keeps Lightning accessories working on a USB-C iPhone or iPad, including wired CarPlay. Criticism centers on its short length and on the price relative to a plain cable.

What people mention
  • CompatibilityPraisedOwners say it lets Lightning cables and accessories connect to a USB-C iPhone or iPad without replacing them.
  • CarPlayPraisedDrivers report it gives a working wired CarPlay connection from the car's USB lead.
  • LengthCriticisedSome find the adapter too short for comfortable positioning.
  • ValueCriticisedReviewers say it costs more than a simple cable would.
  • BuildPraisedThe braided cable is described as holding up to everyday handling.

About the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter

The Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter connects Lightning accessories to a USB-C iPhone or iPad. It lets you keep using the accessories you already have through a single connection. One adapter supports charging, data transfer, and audio.

To set it up, plug the USB-C end into your iPhone or iPad, then connect your Lightning accessory.

It also works with most cars, including those with CarPlay. This allows a direct USB cable connection from the car to the USB-C connector on your device.

Color
White
Type
Cable adapter
Connector 1
USB-C
Connector 2
Lightning
Contact gender
Male - Female
Supports
Charging, data transfer, audio
Compatibility
USB-C iPhone and iPad; most cars, including CarPlay
Shielded
No
Angled contact
No
Terminated
No
HDMI active
No

Specifications

color
WhiteSource
Shielded
NoSource
Adapter Connector 2
LightningSource
Adapter Connector 1
USB CSource
HDMI Active

Questions and answers

What does this adapter do?
It converts a USB-C port on an iPhone or iPad into a Lightning port. You can then charge, transfer data and play audio through a Lightning accessory.
Will it work with CarPlay?
Apple says it supports connection to most cars, including CarPlay, over a direct USB cable to the device's USB-C connector.
Does it support fast charging?
It passes charging through to the device. Charging speed depends on the Lightning cable and power adapter you connect to it.
Can I use it for audio?
Yes. It carries audio as well as charging and data from a Lightning accessory.
Is it a cable or just an adapter?
It is a short braided cable adapter with a USB-C connector on one end and a Lightning connector on the other.
Does it work with Lightning headphones?
It supports audio, so Lightning headphones can connect, but the adapter adds length and a joint to the connection.
Where is the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter cheapest?
At Amazon, for $19.90, 31% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter?
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 228 ratings.
Where can I buy the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter?
9 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Abt Electronics, Best Buy, Verizon, Target.

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