This iPhone MagSafe Battery is Lying to You

The truth behind Momax QMag X MagSafe Battery Pack: Despite its sleek aluminum and glass design and thin profile, this battery pack falls short on its 15W wireless charging promise. We dive into its performance and run tests to compare vs actual Qi2 batteries.
🎙️ Listen to Primary Technology, my tech podcast with Jason Aten:
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/1vWb9Q9...
KZbin: / @primarytechshow
⭐️ Anker Qi2 MagSafe Battery Pack
amzn.to/3w5c4sY
Qi2 Certified Device Database
wirelesspowerconsortium.atlas...
Momax Q.Mag X MagSafe Battery
amzn.to/3xS5S8f
Battery Testing App
apps.apple.com/us/app/amperes...
📺 Videos Mentioned
Anker Qi2 Battery Review
• MagSafe Batteries with...
Qi2: Explained
• DON’T Buy OLD MagSafe ...
Automations to Save Battery Life!
• 10 Shortcuts to Save y...
RIP Apple MagSafe Battery
• Here's Why Apple Kille...
🏠 Full List of Current Apple Home Devices
beard.fm/homekit
🎧 My Podcasts:
Primary Technology: primarytech.fm
Movies on the Side: mots.fm
📲 Follow me on:
Threads: threads.net/@stephenrobles
Mastodon: mastodon.social/@stephenrobles
Instagram: / stephenrobles
Twitter: / stephenrobles
Join my newsletter: beard.fm/blog
Website: beard.fm
Chapters ➡
00:00 Introduction
00:21 In the Box
01:09 The Big Problem
02:34 Battery Testing
04:55 Heat When Charging
06:03 Should You Buy It?
My Gear:
🛒 Earthworks Ethos Microphone: amzn.to/35hIh2h
🛒 Sony A7 IV Camera: amzn.to/3fZcp4S
🛒 Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 for Sony E-Mount: amzn.to/3qWe0yt
🛒 Earthworks Icon Microphone: amzn.to/3KLYLjq
🛒 Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: amzn.to/3DzZe3n
🛒 Elgato Key Light Air: amzn.to/3EvNb8T
🛒 Sony a6400 Camera: amzn.to/3GlVqog
🛒 Sigma 16mm 1.4 Lens for Sony E Mount: amzn.to/3DxqyiK
🛒 ATEM Mini Pro: amzn.to/3dHfcyx
🛒 Rodecaster PRO II: amzn.to/46mK2WK
🛒 Sound Devices MixPre-3: amzn.to/3doT3EO

[@iraul10]

I really hate when companies lie about their offer of products and/or services. Thanks for this video.

[@beardfm]

Glad to shed some light on it!

[@neettim]

Started watching your videos as I was researching MagSafe portable batteries on Amazon and I’ve been reading reviews about the heat problem. Thank you so much for making in-depth videos about Qi2! I learned so much already. Can’t wait till Anker makes a slimmer and lower profile Qi2 MagSafe charger so I could carry it around comfortably in my pocket! Also just wanted to say thank you so much for letting us all know that Anker makes the only Qi2 battery pack in the US right now. I’m debating if I should wait or just buy it now.

[@beardfm]

Appreciate the kind words! And wait a few more weeks if possible. I think thinner versions and other models from Belkin are right on the horizon!

[@neettim]

@@beardfm yes I can't wait! Looking forward to your next video on them!

[@matthewduarte6189]

Hi bro. Thanks for granting my request. I sold my momax and will wait for the anker qi2 here in our country.

[@jeffhale1189]

Thanks for sharing: helpful information. Blessings on your day.

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!

[@GhastlyHunger]

Belkin's 5k option is actually out in selected markets, but it only supports Qi2 15W when plugged in. When used without being plugged it, it charges at normal speeds using Qi1.

[@beardfm]

Ooph that stinks

[@rjb1309]

thanks for this video! :)

[@beardfm]

Welcome!

[@acdi33]

Yeah, I pretty much realized this when I got it months ago, started using it, and noticed it charges terribly slow compared to the last MagSafe battery pack I had. For transparency, I'm currently using a Galaxy S22+ with a MagSafe adapter, and I was hoping the faster charging speeds of Qi2 could work on my end as well, but this pack didn't have any of that. Whatever percentage I started with when I stuck the pack on my phone, it maintains it there but it rarely goes up. I do like how thin and light it is tho; I stuck a MagSafe adapter to the back of mine so I can sandwich all my other accessories like my PopSocket while making my battery last longer, but the slow charging speeds and the deceptive advertising is such a bummer.

[@beardfm]

Interesting, was this any faster than other wireless battery packs with your Samsung S22+?

[@seth7529]

Raycon Magic Power Bank Slim advertises 15W charging as well, doubt it gets it

[@Dave-cg9li]

Wow, the algorithm is scary - I bought a battery pack from Amazon that looked great and advertised 15W 2 weeks ago. Tested it with Amperes and it didn't even get to 5W 😅 But I wish there were more "Swiss knife" packs that have more features at once like Apple watch charger, stand, or even built-in cables for more efficient charging. The cheap Amazon one had it so it can definitely be done in a small form-factor haha Great video btw, got me to subscribe!

[@beardfm]

Welcome aboard! And I cover some better chargers and power banks for traveling here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooqqgHype9Brg68si=pZ8u-gb2yYVWyN7K

[@ActuallyAwesomeName]

I can tell you are a charging aficionado. Just like me. Idk. There’s just something about well designed battery packs and wall bricks that just speaks to me.

[@beardfm]

Absolutely! And I love the convenience of wireless battery backs, but want to make sure it’s not hurting battery and charges at a decent speed.

[@ahmetburakince5961]

How Ugreen mini magesafe 5000 mah?

[@vegan939]

cant stand companies that blatantly lie

[@beardfm]

The Qi2 part is especially heinous

[@marksuter1983]

Loved this video

[@marksuter1983]

Podcast is great

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!

[@pajavampir]

hi man what is the best battery pack for health?

[@beardfm]

Anker Qi2 for sure kzbin.info/www/bejne/apOUh31shL-ejbcsi=lLXxrDo-59AEFP_R

[@DanMills7]

Interesting that this charger is no longer available on Amazon…

[@beardfm]

I saw that 👀

[@octaviodemicheli7522]

I have the anker with QI 2, best buy ever

[@beardfm]

Love mine!

[@MrJudgi]

Does it 15w wireless on android devices?

[@beardfm]

It's possible with Qi 1.2 spec, but Momax doesn't specify and one Android user here in the comments tried with their S22+ and it did not seem to provide faster charging.

[@muselover9730]

Shit I just bought it for its light weight, charging speed I am not too concern as I bought it as a back up in case my battery runs out and I have an urgent use, but the heat really concerns me, my previous one is ESR HaloLock 10000mAh , it’s even worse, it’s burning hot ( I used for few days, my battery health dropped from 100 to 99, I bought the iPhone 15 for several months it always stays 100 before the MagSafe wireless charging ), even this momax is just luke warm for me, Thanks for the Anker Qi2 suggestion ! I would definitely keep an eye on this product line to see what time thinner and lighter version comes out

[@ToddPage1987]

I was half expecting you to pull out an IR temperature gun for a second there

[@beardfm]

Oh I may need to get one of those...

[@cbrezzy3637]

How about the Sharge icemag MagSafe charger?

[@beardfm]

Hadn't heard of that one yet! Looks like normal 7.5W charging, no Qi2, but will see if I can get one to test the heat.

[@NandarAung-wl8ln]

I’m abt to buy cuz i saw that everyday on fb

[@marcochavanne]

I’m really curious about the Alumu MagSafe charging pack. Their design language reminds me of Nothing.

[@beardfm]

Will check it out!

[@WongAnT]

it supports qi2 deivce. but their battery bank is only qi1

[@zyekuto777]

It probably means that Qi EPP's 15W profile (for android devices) can be output. Maybe Momax isn't lying. It's very confusing and annoying though.

[@beardfm]

The Qi2 part is particularly misleading I think, though. Still a nice looking battery 👀

[@supereldian]

I would buy a Momax battery pack if it wasn’t wireless. The design is nice

[@beardfm]

Love the design for sure!

[@elijahignacio]

finally, please shout out these companies who lies to your face

[@sanalshields4520]

How’s belkin?

[@beardfm]

They don't have Qi2 battery packs out for sale yet, but they should be coming soon and I'll be reviewing!

[@WongAnT]

this one is not qi2. its slow and hot

[@beardfm]

Agreed

[@ThatOneGuyGreggers]

i wonder if the 15W wireless charging is for Android and they just aren't clear on their marketing.

[@beardfm]

It's possible, although one Android user here in the comments tried this pack and didn't get the faster charging. Qi2 is false either way.

[@JoeKnowsWorst]

Funny, you do battery charging tests as part of what you do for a living, and your 15 Pro Max is at 94% capacity.. my 15 Pro is at 91% from launch day 😂 But then again, probably because the 15 Pro Max has a higher battery capacity?

[@beardfm]

Woah that's pretty far down! Do you charge twice a day?

[@JoeKnowsWorst]

@@beardfm yeah generally, I use my phone a lot so can't blame anything else, even at work I use it quite a bit lol.. and that's even with optimized battery charging on (but not the 80% limit option)

[@geraldpolymath]

welcome to unscrupulous tech company

[@WongAnT]

qi2 is just bunch of bs....becasue it still takes like 3hrs for a full charge...and I paid double the price and I save 1hrs charging time? not really worth the money.