Charging Stations / Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe vs UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN
Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe vs UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN
UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN
A touch display that tells you exactly what each port negotiated.
Wins overall by 0.4 points
Quick Verdict
A 0.4-point gap makes the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN the straightforward choice here. A touch display that tells you exactly what each port negotiated.
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe and UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN are both closely matched charging Station models, and the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN is $30 cheaper than the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe ($69.99 vs $99.99). On Cable Management, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe leads (8.5 vs 3.0/10) — built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is. On Output Power, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads (7.5 vs 4.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum. On Port Variety, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads (7.0 vs 3.5/10) — mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets. Overall, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores 7.2/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 6.8/10 for the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe | UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 | $69.99 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Type | Charging dock/valet | Multi-port desktop charger |
| Max Total Output | 36 including the supplied power adapter | 100 |
| USB-C Ports (ports) | 0 | 4✓ |
| USB-A Ports (ports) | 0 | 1✓ |
| AC Outlets | 0 | 0 |
| Wireless Pad | Yes — MagSafe 15W plus a 7.5W rear Qi pad | No |
| Devices at Once (devices) | 3 | 5✓ |
| Apple Watch Charging | Yes at 5W, and it supports the Apple fast charger | No |
| Cables Included | Yes — a 36W power supply, 1.5m cord and international plugs | No |
| Surge Protection | No | Not applicable — no AC outlets |
| Power Sharing | Fixed allocation — 15W phone, 5W watch and 7.5W rear Qi pad. Twelve South advises against substituting a third-party USB-C charger | 100W from a single port, dropping to about 45W sustained when all five ports are loaded |
| Display | None | Smart touch display showing per-port wattage, protocol and temperature |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black, Silver | Black |
Category Scores
Output Power
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads clearly here, 7.5 against 4.0 — a 3.5-point margin on total wattage and single-port maximum. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe does not close the gap elsewhere.
Port Variety
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads clearly here, 7.0 against 3.5 — a 3.5-point margin on mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe does not close the gap elsewhere.
Power Sharing
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads clearly here, 6.5 against 6.0 — a 0.5-point margin on how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.0 — a 1.5-point margin on materials, heat handling and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cable Management
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe leads clearly here, 8.5 against 3.0 — a 5.5-point margin on built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads clearly here, 9.0 against 7.0 — a 2.0-point margin on displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.0 — a 1.5-point margin on footprint and how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.0 — a 2.5-point margin on ports and wattage relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe if…
- • Cable Management matters most to you — the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe scores 8.5/10 here (built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is).
- • Your main use case is bedside.
Choose the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN if…
- • Output Power matters most to you — the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores 7.5/10 here (total wattage and single-port maximum).
- • Port Variety matters most to you — the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores 7.0/10 here (mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets).
- • Value matters most to you — the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores 8.5/10 here (ports and wattage relative to price).
- • Features matters most to you — the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores 9.0/10 here (displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras).
- • You want to spend less — it's $30 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe
Pros
- +The best-looking charger in this list by some distance — aluminium and leather rather than plastic
- +International plugs included, so it travels
- +A third rear Qi pad for a second phone or earbuds
Cons
- −MagSafe 15W, not Qi2.2 25W
- −No USB ports
- −Twelve South warns against using a third-party power supply, so a lost adapter is a real problem
- −$99.99 for 15W charging is design-led pricing
UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN
Pros
- +The touch display showing which protocol each port has negotiated is genuinely useful for diagnosing slow charging
- +100W single-port handles a 14-inch laptop
- +Four USB-C ports
- +Frequently discounted to around $50
Cons
- −Total output drops to roughly 45W when all five ports are in use, which is a steep fall from 100W
- −No AC outlets
- −No cables included
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FAQs
Is the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe or UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Cable Management, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe or the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe scores higher on Cable Management (8.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is.
Which is better for Output Power, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe or the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores higher on Output Power (7.5/10 vs 4.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum.
Which is better for Port Variety, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe or the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores higher on Port Variety (7.0/10 vs 3.5/10) — mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets.
Which is better for Value, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe or the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 6.0/10) — ports and wattage relative to price.
Is the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe worth the price difference over the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN is the cheaper option at $69.99 versus $99.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Cable Management.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe is the better fit if you mainly care about bedside. The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN is the better fit for laptop or multi-device.
What's the warranty on the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe vs the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN?+
The Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe ships with a 18-month warranty; the UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port GaN ships with a 18-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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