Wireless Chargers / Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1
Aluminium, 119g, real Apple Watch fast charging — the travel pick.
Wins overall by 0.0 points
Quick Verdict
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 wins by 0.0 points, which is not enough to settle it. Folds flat with a 45W adapter in the box — but it is phone plus AirPods, not watch. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 and Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) are both closely matched wireless Charger models, and the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) is $20 cheaper than the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 ($59.99 vs $79.99). On Charging Speed, the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) leads (9.0 vs 6.5/10) — real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to. On Device Support, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads (7.0 vs 5.5/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. On Design, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads (9.5 vs 8.0/10) — how it looks on a desk or nightstand. Overall, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 7.8/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.8/10 for the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039), 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 | Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 | Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $59.99 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | 2-in-1, travel folding | 2-in-1, foldable |
| Qi Standard | Qi2, certified at 15W | Qi2.2, certified at 25W |
| Max Phone Output (W) | 15 | 25✓ |
| Devices Charged | Phone plus Apple Watch, or AirPods on the watch puck — not both at once | Phone plus AirPods via a 5W USB-C port |
| Apple Watch Charging | Yes, with fast charging at 5W | No |
| Magnetic Alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adapter Included | No — needs a 30W or better adapter | Yes — a 45W adapter |
| Cable | Detachable 1m braided, included | Detachable |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Passive | Passive |
| Weight (g) | 119 | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black, White | Black, White |
Category Scores
Charging Speed
The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 6.5 — a 2.5-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 Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 7.0 against 5.5 — a 1.5-point margin on how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. If that is what you are buying for, the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.5 — a 1.0-point margin on materials, finish and durability. If that is what you are buying for, the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cooling
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 and Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) are level here, at 6.0/10 each. whether it sustains full wattage or throttles under load is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Portability
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 9.0 — a 0.5-point margin on weight, folding design and travel practicality. If that is what you are buying for, the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 and Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) are level here, at 7.5/10 each. kickstands, adapters included, international plugs and extras is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Design
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.0 — a 1.5-point margin on how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-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 Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 if…
- • Device Support matters most to you — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 7.0/10 here (how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast).
- • 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).
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 9.5/10 here (materials, finish and durability).
- • Your main use case is apple-ecosystem.
Choose the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) if…
- • Charging Speed matters most to you — the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) scores 9.0/10 here (real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to).
- • Value matters most to you — the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) scores 8.5/10 here (speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately).
- • You want to spend less — it's $20 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is desk.
Pros & Cons
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
Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)
Pros
- +A 45W adapter is included, which is unusual and worth $30 on its own
- +Folds genuinely flat for a bag
- +Qi2 25W certified
- +Belkin warranty
Cons
- −Despite the '2-in-1' name it charges phone plus AirPods, not phone plus watch — a very common misreading
- −The AirPods port is only 5W
- −No Apple Watch support at all
- −Belkin publishes no weight
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FAQs
Is the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 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 Charging Speed, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) scores higher on Charging Speed (9.0/10 vs 6.5/10) — real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to.
Which is better for Device Support, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores higher on Device Support (7.0/10 vs 5.5/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast.
Which is better for Design, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores higher on Design (9.5/10 vs 8.0/10) — how it looks on a desk or nightstand.
Which is better for Value, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — speed and device support relative to price, including any adapter you must buy separately.
Is the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 worth the price difference over the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) is the cheaper option at $59.99 versus $79.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Charging Speed.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is the better fit if you mainly care about apple-ecosystem. The Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) is the better fit for desk.
What's the warranty on the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039)?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 ships with a 18-month warranty; the Belkin UltraCharge 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 25W (WIZ039) 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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