Wireless Chargers / Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad
Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1
Aluminium, 119g, real Apple Watch fast charging — the travel pick.
Wins overall by 0.9 points
Quick Verdict
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 is the stronger all-round pick, ahead by 0.9 points. Aluminium, 119g, real Apple Watch fast charging — the travel pick.
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 and UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad are both closely matched wireless Charger models, and the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad is $40 cheaper than the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 ($39.99 vs $79.99). On Device Support, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads (7.0 vs 3.0/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. On Charging Speed, the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad leads (9.0 vs 6.5/10) — real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to. On Design, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads (9.5 vs 7.0/10) — 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 6.9/10 for the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad. 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 | UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $39.99 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | 2-in-1, travel folding | Pad |
| 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 only |
| Apple Watch Charging | Yes, with fast charging at 5W | No |
| Magnetic Alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adapter Included | No — needs a 30W or better adapter | No |
| Cable | Detachable 1m braided, included | Attached, 5ft |
| Foldable | Yes | No |
| 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 UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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 3.0 — a 4.0-point margin on how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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 UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cooling
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 and UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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 8.5 — a 1.0-point margin on weight, folding design and travel practicality. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 7.5 against 5.5 — a 2.0-point margin on kickstands, adapters included, international plugs and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.0 — a 2.5-point margin on how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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).
- • Features matters most to you — the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores 7.5/10 here (kickstands, adapters included, international plugs and extras).
- • Your main use case is apple-ecosystem.
Choose the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad if…
- • Charging Speed matters most to you — the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad scores 9.0/10 here (real wireless wattage and which Qi standard it is certified to).
- • You want to spend less — it's $40 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is desk or bedside.
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
UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad
Pros
- +25W Qi2.2 for $40 — genuinely 67% faster than the Qi2 15W pads next to it on Amazon
- +Certified rather than merely 'MagSafe compatible'
- +Long 5ft attached cable
Cons
- −No power adapter included, and hitting 25W needs a 30W or better brick
- −UGREEN publishes no weight
- −25W requires a phone supporting Qi2.2; iPhone 12 to 15 fall back to 15W
- −UGREEN sells several near-identical MagFlow pads, so check the exact listing
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FAQs
Is the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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 Device Support, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores higher on Device Support (7.0/10 vs 3.0/10) — how many devices it charges, and whether the watch charges fast.
Which is better for Charging Speed, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
The UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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 Design, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 scores higher on Design (9.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — how it looks on a desk or nightstand.
Which is better for Build Quality, the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 or the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
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 Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 worth the price difference over the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
The UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad is the cheaper option at $39.99 versus $79.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Device Support.
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 UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad is the better fit for desk or bedside.
What's the warranty on the Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 vs the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad?+
The Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 ships with a 18-month warranty; the UGREEN MagFlow Qi2.2 25W Charging Pad 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
Anker MagGo Wireless Charger Pad (A25M0) — $25.99
Premium Option
Baseus PicoGo 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W (AF21) — $89.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.