The few parameters of the adapters from the selection are clearly compared in the summary table of “chargers” for the cigarette lighter. You can independently select a car charger in the corresponding subsection of the catalog of chargers for gadgets.

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Supports Power Delivery and multiple fast charging protocols, compact size, price.
No backlight.

The tiny Hoco Z32B charger barely protrudes from the cigarette lighter socket in the car and provides fast charging of compatible mobile gadgets in accordance with the requirement of many common accelerated charging protocols. Which ones? Let's figure it out.

Through the USB C connector, the adapter charges according to the Power Delivery standard. In this case, you can count on charging power of up to 27 W. The USB A port outputs 18W of power. Near it is engraved QC 3.0, which indicates support for the Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 protocol. The model also claims to be compatible with fast charging systems from Huawei (Fast Charge Protocol, SuperCharge Protocol) and Samsung (Adaptive Fast Charging).

The insides of the full-size USB A connector are painted light green, while the symmetrical USB C connector is orange. Color-coded markings are used to intuitively identify port formats. However, in the dark, the charging cable to the adapter will still have to be connected by touch, since the model does not provide illumination of the ports.

In its basic configuration, Hoco Z32B comes without charging cables. A “charger” kit with a meter-long USB C to Lightning cable is also available to replenish the energy reserves in the iPhone battery tanks. When not needed, the charger can be easily removed from the cigarette lighter socket and stored in the glove compartment or jacket pocket - with a weight of only 20 g, the adapter does not in any way burden the user’s daily load.

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Support for multiple fast charging protocols, soft LED backlight, multi-stage electrical protection, price.
There are no significant disadvantages.

The streamlined “charging” adapter Xiaomi Mi Car Charger 37W has two full-size USB ports and delivers a total of 37 W of charging power to two connected client devices.

The polished body of the “charger” is equipped with elastic contacts for a tight fit of the adapter in the cigarette lighter socket; it also gradually expands closer to the “top”. The round top of the charger is framed by a ring of soft LED backlighting for easy use of the device in the dark. An unobtrusive white glow emanates from it.

The lower USB connector in the adapter design has voltage and current parameters of 5 V / 2 A, respectively. High-speed charging of suitable gadgets is carried out through the contacts of the top USB port with red markings. You can squeeze out power up to 27 W from it. For the fast charging function to work correctly, you need to get a good USB cord. Xiaomi Mi Car Charger 37W supports Qualcomm Quick Charge (up to version 4.0), Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging and Huawei Fast Charge Protocol.

The model implements a complex of multi-stage electrical protection: against overcurrent, overvoltage, interference, overheating and short circuit. The protection system prevents threats not only to connected devices, but also to the vehicle’s electrical network as a whole. In addition, you definitely won’t go broke by purchasing a “charger”.

100W fast charging, supports Power Delivery and multiple fast charging protocols, info display.
A voltage of 15-20 V is produced only in 24 V on-board networks.

Chargers cannot keep up with the rapidly growing power of “refueling” gadgets. The BASEUS Superme Digital Display Car Charger adapter for the car cigarette lighter is trying to keep up with the times - no joke, its USB C port provides charging power up to 100 W.

The charger reaches peak power when connected to on-board networks with a supply voltage of 24 V. They are used on board trucks. In the passenger compartment, the “charger” is powered by a 12 V network. The model is equipped with USB C and USB A connectors, one of each. In some stores it is equipped with a USB C - USB C cable, but it is advisable to clarify this point with the seller of the product at the stage of agreeing on the order.

“According to the passport” BASEUS Superme Digital Display Car Charger supports charging protocols Power Delivery, Qualcomm Quick Charge (up to generation 4.0 inclusive), Huawei Fast Charge and Super Charge. The model is equally suitable for recharging an iPhone and for powering a laptop.

The charger is housed in a durable case made of fire-resistant plastic. The highlight of the model is the digital info display to display the current power consumption. The screen was built between the USB connectors on the working surface of the adapter, which faces the car interior. You won’t find such a powerful “charger” for a reasonable price in the daylight among the model’s rivals.

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Fast charging 45 W, supports Power Delivery, USB C to USB C cable included.
Not flexible wire.

Few of the venerable smartphone manufacturers produce original car chargers. In the Samsung portfolio, one of these devices is presented under the name EP-L5300.

The tip of the “tail” is used to insert the device into the cigarette lighter socket. Most passenger cars ensure a tight fit of the charger in the appropriate connector. The neat body of the “charger” fits harmoniously into the interior of the vehicle and does not block access to the controls on the dashboard. Although in reality it all depends on the location of the cigarette lighter socket in the car.

There are two charging connectors on the back of the model. Maximum power of up to 45 W can be squeezed out of the USB C port with support for Power Delivery protocol, Qualcomm Quick Charge and Samsung Adaptive Fast Charging technologies. Through the USB C interface, you can charge not only smartphones, but also laptops along with portable electronics. The full-size USB A port in the “charger” housing produces 15 W of power.

A meter-long USB C to USB C cable is supplied with the charger. It is covered in a dense “skin” and is difficult to bend. The cable for the USB A connector will need to be purchased separately. The “Charger” from Samsung can be recommended to owners of smartphones of the South Korean brand and to everyone else who prefers high-quality and reliable car accessories.

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Fast charging 60 W, support for Power Delivery, stylish design.
There are no significant disadvantages.

The American brand Satechi produces all kinds of accessories for mobile devices and Apple equipment in particular. The ST-TCPDC cigarette lighter adapter will help you charge your iPhone or MacBook when traveling by car.

The car “charger” has a futuristic appearance with a silver “cap” at the top of the body. On the crown of the adapter there are charging ports: one USB A with an output power of 12 W and one symmetrical USB C connector, which produces up to 60 W of charging power using the Power Delivery protocol. The USB C interface is suitable for powering smartphones and laptops.

Between the USB ports on the top edge of the cigarette lighter adapter body, you can see an activity indicator light, which signals that the device is connected to the car's on-board network. A small LED makes it easier to navigate in an unlit interior at night. The brightness of its glow is within reasonable limits and does not hit the eyes.

The model doesn't really have any downsides. On store shelves it is presented in white and black body colors, and overnight from the adapter you can squeeze out 72 W of charging power for two consumers. The only thing is that to charge your iPhone you need to have an MFI-certified USB C to Lightning cable on hand.