These Genius £11 USB-C Cables Saved me From Tangle Hell

Being a tech journalist and lifelong nerd, I always travel with a plethora of gadgets that need charging. To simplify my charging needs, I turned to these retractable 100W USB-C cables that I stumbled upon on Amazon. These affordable £10.99 cables have truly revolutionized my charging experience.

For such a low price, you get two cables that are each 100m long, providing ample length for charging a variety of devices. Despite my initial skepticism about their durability, I have been using these cables daily for over a year without encountering any issues. They continue to retract smoothly and efficiently, delivering over 90W of power to my MacBook Pro without fail.

Luke Baker

These flat cables are conveniently packaged in a small plastic spool, making them easy to manage. To extend the cable, simply pull from each side evenly, and you can adjust it to your desired length, with the option to lock it at preset shorter lengths. When you’re finished, a gentle tug on each end retracts the cable back into the spool for tidy storage.

This design ensures that you never have excess cable cluttering your space, as the cable will always be the perfect length without dangling off your desk. When it’s time to pack up, the spool eliminates any chance of tangled cables.

Luke Baker

In addition to their practical design, these cables are packed with features. They contain a 100W E-Mark chip and support PD 3.0, QuickCharge 3.0, and up to 20V/5A charging. They also facilitate data transfer, allowing you to easily share files between different devices.

What’s even better is their affordability. Priced at around £11 on Amazon, you receive two 100W retractable 1.2m USB-C cables for that amount. I personally own four of these cables and am considering purchasing more. Whether I’m at home or traveling, these cables have become my go-to choice for all my charging needs.