Anker 622 MagGo Wireless Charger Stand Review
Snap-on MagSafe stand that charges your iPhone upright while you watch, scroll, or video call.
Snap your iPhone on, prop it up, and keep scrolling while it charges. The Anker 622 turns a dead corner of your desk or nightstand into a watch-and-charge setup, and it folds flat when you're done.
What the Anker 622 MagGo actually is
This is a MagSafe-style stand that magnetically grips the back of an iPhone 12 or newer and holds it upright while it charges. The magnets are strong enough to align the coil properly and keep the phone from sliding, which matters more than spec sheets suggest. A weak magnet means slow, intermittent charging. Anker nailed the grip here.
There are two things people confuse under the '622' name. The plain MagGo stand is a wired charger you plug into a wall adapter. The 622 MagGo Battery is a separate version with a built-in 5,000mAh power bank that snaps off and goes in your pocket. This review is about the charging stand. If you want portable battery duty, buy the battery model on purpose.
How it performs day to day
Wireless charging on this thing tops out at 7.5W for iPhones, which is standard for non-Apple MagSafe pads. It is not fast. Plan on a couple of hours for a full top-up, not 40 minutes. For overnight nightstand use or a desk where the phone sits for hours anyway, that speed is a non-issue. For a 'I have 20 minutes before I leave' panic charge, plug into a cable instead.
The fold-flat hinge is the quiet selling point. The stand collapses to roughly the thickness of a deck of cards, so it travels well and doesn't dominate a nightstand. The viewing angle is fixed, but it lands in a sensible spot for FaceTime, watching video, or glancing at notifications without picking the phone up. Owners consistently praise how stable it feels for a stand this small.
One real caveat: thick cases and most pop sockets break the magnetic connection. You need a MagSafe-compatible case or a bare phone. And like nearly every wireless charger, it runs warmer than a cable. Nothing alarming, just expected physics.
The pros and cons worth knowing
Pros: strong, reliable magnetic alignment, a genuinely compact fold-flat design, a clean look that suits a desk or nightstand, and Anker's reputation for not cutting corners on safety and build. It sits in the $30 to $50 range, which is well under Apple's own charging accessories.
Cons: 7.5W is slow if you're impatient, no included wall adapter on most listings (you'll want a 20W USB-C brick), and it only makes sense for iPhone owners with MagSafe support. Android users and anyone with an older iPhone should look elsewhere.
Who should buy it, and who shouldn't
Buy it if you have an iPhone 12 or newer and want a tidy spot to charge while you watch or video chat. It's a strong nightstand or desk pick, and the compact fold makes it good for travel too. If you already live in Apple's ecosystem and hate cable clutter, it's an easy yes.
Skip it if you need fast charging, use a bulky case or pop socket you won't remove, or carry an Android phone. And if you actually want a charger you can grab and walk away with, spend the extra and get the 622 MagGo Battery instead of this stand.
The verdict
The Anker 622 MagGo Wireless Charger Stand does one job and does it well: hold your iPhone up and keep it topped off without fuss. It won't win a charging-speed race, and it demands a MagSafe-friendly setup. For the price and the footprint, it's one of the more sensible MagSafe stands you can buy, and an easy recommendation for most iPhone owners who want a calmer desk.
Frequently asked questions
- How fast does the Anker 622 MagGo charge an iPhone?
- Up to 7.5W, the standard rate for non-Apple MagSafe-style chargers. Expect a couple of hours for a full charge. It's built for overnight and all-day desk use, not quick top-ups before you run out the door.
- Does the Anker 622 MagGo work with a case on?
- Yes, as long as the case is MagSafe-compatible and not too thick. Bulky cases, metal plates, and pop sockets can weaken the magnetic hold and disrupt charging. A bare phone or a proper MagSafe case is your safest bet.
- Does the Anker 622 come with a power adapter?
- Most listings include the stand and a USB-C cable but not a wall brick. Use a 20W USB-C adapter for reliable charging. Plugging into a low-power port may slow things down or stop charging entirely.
Daniel covers home, kitchen, and everyday-carry gear. He's a stickler for durability and value, and has no patience for overpriced hype.
