Wireless Chargers / Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) vs Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1
Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) vs Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1
Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21)
The cheapest real Qi2.2 3-in-1 with the adapter included.
Wins overall by 0.2 points
Quick Verdict
This is close. The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) edges ahead by 0.2 points, but that margin is inside the noise — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is a defensible pick on its own terms. Aluminium, 119g, real Apple Watch fast charging — the travel pick.
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) and Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 are both closely matched wireless Charger models, and the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is $10 cheaper than the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) ($79.99 vs $89.99). On Value, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads (9.5 vs 7.0/10) — speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately. On Charging Speed, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads (8.5 vs 6.5/10) — real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to. On Device Support, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads (9.0 vs 7.0/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. Overall, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores 8.0/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.8/10 for the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) | Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.99 | $79.99 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Type | 3-in-1, travel folding | 2-in-1, travel folding |
| Qi Standard | Qi2.2, certified at 25W | Qi2, certified at 15W |
| Max Phone Output (W) | 25✓ | 15 |
| Devices Charged | Phone, Apple Watch and earbuds | Phone plus Apple Watch, or AirPods on the watch puck — not both at once |
| Apple Watch Charging | Yes, with fast charging | Yes, with fast charging at 5W |
| Magnetic Alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adapter Included | Yes — a 45W adapter | No — needs a 30W or better adapter |
| Cable | Detachable, included | Detachable 1m braided, included |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Passive — no active fan | Passive |
| Weight (g) | 254 | 119✓ |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black, White | Black, White |
Category Scores
Charging Speed
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.5 — a 2.0-point margin on real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Device Support
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 7.0 — a 2.0-point margin on how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.5 — a 2.0-point margin on materials, finish and durability. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cooling
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 6.0 against 5.5 — a 0.5-point margin on whether it sustains full wattage or throttles under load. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Portability
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.0 — a 1.5-point margin on weight, folding design and travel practicality. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on kickstands, adapters included, international plugs and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.5 — a 2.0-point margin on how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.0 — a 2.5-point margin on speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately. If that is what you are buying for, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) if…
- • Value matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores 9.5/10 here (speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately).
- • Charging Speed matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores 8.5/10 here (real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to).
- • Device Support matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores 9.0/10 here (how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast).
- • Your main use case is multi-device.
Choose the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 if…
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 9.5/10 here (materials, finish and durability).
- • Design matters most to you — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 9.5/10 here (how it looks on a desk or nightstand).
- • You want to spend less — it's $10 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21)
Pros
- +The cheapest genuine Qi2.2 3-in-1 with a 45W adapter included — roughly $60 less than the Anker for the same core function
- +Folds for travel at 254g
- +Full watch fast charging
Cons
- −Passive cooling only, so sustained 25W will throttle where the Anker and ESR hold it
- −Plastic construction next to the aluminium Satechi and Twelve South
- −Several Apple phones including the SE, mini and 16e are excluded from magnetic alignment
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1
Pros
- +The best-built travel charger here — aluminium and leather rather than plastic
- +Genuine Apple Watch fast charging, which the cheaper 2-in-1s do not offer at all
- +119g and folds to palm size
- +Braided cable included
Cons
- −Qi2 15W rather than Qi2.2 25W, so phone charging is a generation behind
- −The watch puck charges either the watch or AirPods, not both
- −No adapter included, and it needs 30W or more
- −$79.99 for 15W is a lot if you do not care about the build
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FAQs
Is the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) or Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) 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 Value, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) or the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores higher on Value (9.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately.
Which is better for Charging Speed, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) or the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores higher on Charging Speed (8.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to.
Which is better for Device Support, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) or the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) scores higher on Device Support (9.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast.
Which is better for Build Quality, the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) or the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores higher on Build Quality (9.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — materials, finish and durability.
Is the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) worth the price difference over the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is the cheaper option at $79.99 versus $89.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Value.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) is the better fit if you mainly care about multi-device. The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is the better fit for travel or apple-ecosystem.
What's the warranty on the Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) vs the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1?+
The Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) ships with a 18-month warranty; the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 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.
Cheaper Option
Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) — $59.99
Premium Option
ESR HaloLock CryoBoost 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W — $129.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.