[General Accessories] sekigah84:
Disclaimer: I was sent this as a review unit.

Purchase Link (not affiliated): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFL6MZE

TL DR:

Samsung Users: This is a great option for wireless charging but if you want the fastest possible charge, use the cable and power brick that came with your phone. No wireless charger will beat a cable for Samsungs right now.

iPhone Users: This is also a great option for wireless charging for you as well and it is faster than the standard power brick and lightning cable. You will need to buy the right power brick for this wireless charger. However it isn't the fastest way to charge your phone. That is achieved by buying a power brick plus the correct USB C cable with a lightning port adapter. That can get expensive versus just buying this.

Pros:

-Inexpensive

-Good build quality

-Fast Charge with compatible phones

-Works with thin cases

Cons:

-No power adapter

-Prone to smudges

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I have a plethora of fast charging wireless pads and I have to admit that the UGreen Fast Charge Wireless Pad is a great, low cost wireless charging pad for compatible phones. It's small, well built, and thin compared to the Samsung Convertible Fast Charge Wireless Pad/Stand. The biggest issue I have is that it doesn't come with a compatible power brick. Considering that can drastically change how wireless charging performs, I am surprised it doesn't come with one. Luckily my Samsung power brick was the right output.

Performance:

The charge times are on par with the more expensive options for both fast charging and non-fast charging on Samsung devices. It is slower than the stock wired chargers for Samsung. I tested this with a Samsung Note 8 and a S7 Edge.

The iPhone 8 and X charged faster on this (see note below) than the stock lightning cable and power brick.

iPhone User Note: I had to use Samsung's adapter which supports the output needed for this wireless charger. Using the one that came with the iPhone X or the iPhone 8 is not sufficient. See pictures for required output on the power brick. You can use any brand as long as the output is correct.

I have tested this with many cases as well. It works well with thin cases but like with all wireless chargers, you will need to align it properly. If you have a thick rugged case, it may be a hit or miss for you. If you have a plate for magnetic docks or mounts, that will interfere with all wireless chargers. Make sure you don't have one on the phone or in the case.

Design and Build:

This thing is thin. About the width of a standard ball-point pen and the circumference of a coaster. The bottom has 4 rubber/silicone pads to prevent it from slipping and a MicroUSB port on the back. A light on the front to show that a device is charging and for Android users, it will tell you once the device is fully charged as well. One issue I have with the design is that the top is made out of glass and is very prone to fingerprints and smudges. Also being glass, I can't recommend this for travel as I'm not sure how strong this would be under a load. I wouldn't want shards of glass in my checked luggage. Because it is glass, it is also pretty slippery when placing some devices or cases on it. Keep that in mind.

If I had to buy one right now for work or home, the UGreen Fast Charge Wireless Pad would be a solid pick.