Ikea’s new $4 USB-C charger is cheaper than Apple’s and Anker’s
TL;DR
Ikea's new $4 20W USB-C charger is cheaper than Apple's $19 and Anker's $12 options, but larger and heavier than Anker's, making it a budget-friendly choice for home use.
Ikea has released the most affordable version of its Sjöss USB-C chargers yet. Following an $8 30W version that launched in 2024 and a $35 65W option that debuted earlier this year, the new 20W Sjöss is now available online and through many of Ikea's physical US stores for just $3.99.
That's considerably cheaper than Apple's $19 20W USB-C Power Adapter while being comparable in size, and cheaper than Anker's $11.99 Nano Pro 20W USB-C charger. However, Ikea's new $4 charger is much larger than Anker's, and is about 26 grams heavier. If you're a traveler trying to pack as light as possible, Anker's may be the better choice. If you're a travel …