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Charging Cable

Charging Cable

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$8.99at AmazonChecked 1 h ago

55% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $8.99 at Amazon (checked Nov 12, 2026).
  • Checked at 16 stores.

Our take on the Charging Cable

A USB-C to Lightning cable for charging and syncing iPhones, iPads and iPods with a Lightning port. It connects to USB-C chargers, USB-C Macs and Thunderbolt 3 ports, and supports fast charging on compatible iPhone and iPad models with a USB-C Power Delivery adapter. It is Apple's own cable, so it carries MFi certification and works without the warnings some third-party cables trigger. Rivals offer longer lengths, braided jackets and USB-C to USB-C for newer devices, but this is the straightforward choice for anyone still on Lightning.

Best foriPhone and iPad owners with a Lightning portFast charging with a USB-C PD adapterSyncing with a USB-C Mac or iPadReplacing a worn-out Apple cable
Pros
  • Apple MFi certified, no pairing warnings
  • Supports fast charging on compatible iPhones and iPads
  • Works with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 ports
  • Also charges a USB-C iPad from a Lightning device
  • Reliable syncing with Macs and PCs
Cons
  • Rubber jacket frays near the connectors over time
  • Short length limits reach from a wall outlet
  • Lightning only, not for USB-C iPhones or Android
  • No braided or reinforced version at this tier

Charging Cable prices at every store

  • AppleNew

    In stock

    $19.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by All-Out Mobile

    $19.97Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • TargetNew

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    $19.99+ $5.99 shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $19.99+ $5.99 shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • StaplesNew

    In stock

    $19.99+ $9.95 shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $8.99Checked 1 h ago
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  • NFMNew

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    $18.05Checked 1 h ago
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  • PC Richard & SonNew

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    $19.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew

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    $19.00Checked 1 h ago
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    $19.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew

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    $19.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • uco.eduNew

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    $19.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • VerizonNew

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    $19.97Checked 1 h ago
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    $19.99Checked 1 h ago
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  • Micro CenterNew

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Charging Cable price history

Lowest price we've seen: $8.99 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 16 stores since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

Owners say the cable does its job for charging and fast charging, and that it avoids the errors cheap third-party cables produce. The common complaint is durability: the jacket splits near the Lightning plug after months of daily bending.

What people mention
  • DurabilityCriticisedOwners report the cable jacket splitting near the Lightning plug after months of daily use.
  • Fast chargingPraisedWith a USB-C Power Delivery adapter it fast-charges compatible iPhones and iPads as advertised.
  • CompatibilityPraisedIt works with USB-C chargers, Macs and iPads without the accessory warnings some third-party cables trigger.
  • LengthMixedSome owners find the cable too short to reach comfortably from a wall outlet.

About the Charging Cable

This cable has a Lightning connector on one end and a USB-C connector on the other. It connects a device with a Lightning port to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) enabled device for syncing and charging. It can also charge a USB-C enabled iPad.

The cable works with Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W and 96W USB-C power adapters to charge an iOS device. Fast charging is available on select iPhone and iPad models.

Connectors
Lightning to USB-C
Use
Syncing and charging
Compatible ports
USB-C, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
Compatible adapters
Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W, 96W USB-C power adapters
Fast charging
Select iPhone and iPad models

Questions and answers

Does this cable fast-charge an iPhone?
Yes, on iPhone models that support fast charging, when paired with a USB-C Power Delivery adapter such as Apple's 18W, 20W or higher wattage units. It charges at the standard rate with older USB-A chargers only through a different cable.
Will it work with a USB-C iPad?
Yes. You can connect a Lightning device to a USB-C iPad to charge from the iPad, and it also connects to USB-C Macs and Thunderbolt 3 ports for syncing.
Is it MFi certified?
It is Apple's own cable, so it meets the MFi requirements and does not trigger the unsupported-accessory message that some uncertified cables do.
Can I use it with an Android phone or a USB-C iPhone?
No. One end is Lightning, so it fits only devices with a Lightning port. USB-C devices need a USB-C to USB-C cable.
How long is the cable?
It is a one-meter cable, the standard length Apple ships. Longer Lightning cables are available separately if you need more reach.
Where is the Charging Cable cheapest?
At Amazon, for $8.99, 55% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Charging Cable?
16 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, NFM, Apple, PC Richard & Son, B&H Photo-Video-Audio.

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