With the addition of Qi2 on the Pixel 10 series, the most important upgrade is a unified standard for case and accessory manufacturers to follow. That means we’re now seeing a large number of chargers, batteries, and other magnetic tools that agree on placement. Below is a breakdown of some of our favorite devices for the Pixel 10 series.
Cases & Accessories
As soon as the Pixel 10 series was announced, case makers were all too ready to release new versions of their lineups for the not-so-different Pixel body. They’re not entirely the same, especially when including Qi2 into the mix.
Dbrand Ghost 2.0
The Ghost 2.0 is the newest of the two, and the Pixel 10 series gets a version that brings all of the bells and whistles of the company’s clear case.
As with every case on this list, a Qi2 alignment magnet is included in the build, which helps with placement and ensuring a solid fit on Qi2 chargers and mounts. The back of the case is a clear material that Dbrand promises will never yellow out.
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The panel is also scratch-resistant, which holds pretty true after using it for a solid few weeks. There are two scratches I can see on my Ghost 2.0 case, but they’re nearly invisible if you’re not looking for them. Still, it’s better than several hundred tiny scratches.
The sides are not clear, and they bring a rugged texture into play that keeps the Pixel 10 in your hand. The back is pretty slippery, unless you religiously wipe it down. That’s a massive contrast to the textured sides.
As far as fit, cutouts, and buttons go, the case gets an A+ from us. It’s a solid, clear-backed case.
Mous Limitless and Super Thin
Mous is also extending its existing case models to the Pixel 10 series, and these keep up the tradition of including magnets. As mentioned, becuase of the Qi2 standard adopted on the Pixel 10, the case and phone have to agree on placement. More accessories will fit the phone better becuase of it.
The Limitless Pixel 10 case is the more rugged design. It features a two-part back that feeatures one of several materials on the featureless portion of the phone. My model has the aramid fiber backing, which looks pretty good on the new Pixel.
The rest of the case is made from a polycarbonate shell that includes corner “AiroShock” bumpers. It’s invisible from the outside, but it adds a little extra drop protection. The top and bottom of the screen-facing side of the case are slightly raised to give the screen a little extra relief from face-first drops.
As you’d expect, buttons and cutouts are good, though the volume and power buttons were not as clicky as some others, like Dbrand.
The Super Thin variant has no buttons at all and comes with cutouts for the Pixel’s volume and power contact points. The case was obviously made to be a very minimal addition to the Pixel. With that, it has a slightly grippy texture that feels good in the hand, though can get a bit oily as well.
The Charcoal Blue option I got almost makes up for the fact that Google didn’t make an Indigo Pixel 10 Pro XL, but it’s close enough.
As very thin cases go, this is one of the better ones. No, it isn’t going to offer bulletproof protection, but it’ll be good enough for how much bulk you’re choosing to omit.
The Limitless case offers other material backings like Bamboo, Black Leather, Walnut, and Speckled Fabric, while Mous’ Super Thin Pixel 10 case also comes in Hot Coral and Jet Black. A clear Smokey Grey and Lime Green are also up for grabs, alongside a basic clear option.
Oh Snap Magnetic Phone Grip
If you’re not into cases, another option that Qi2 magnets enable on the Pixel 10 is a magnetic phone grip. While the Pixelsnap Ring Stand is one option, the super-thin grip from “Oh Snap” is a better option for a handful of reasons.
For one thing, it’s much thinner. It’s also a little easier to use. Where we’ve found that Google’s stand tends to come off while trying to get the ring in place, the Oh Snap grip just needs you to push into either side to “open” it. From there, you can use one finger or two to grip the phone, and the magnet is more than strong enough to handle even the Pixel 10 Pro XL’s weight.
Other advantages here include that the Oh Snap grip can still work with wireless chargers, so you don’t have to remove it when charging your phone. It also comes in more colors, while Google’s only comes in “Moonstone.”
The only major downside is that, as a kickstand, it really only works in landscape mode.
Qi2 chargers
As a disclaimer, most of these accessories – if they charge – are going to be rated for 15W wireless charging. With the Qi2 2.2 standard, the top-end rose to 25W. Only the Pixel 10 Pro XL can charge at that pace, so we’ll mainly keep it to devices offering around 15W of power. Qi2 2.2 chargers are still being announced and released, though 15W will be plenty for the majority of the Pixel 10 lineup.
Mous Charging Station with Qi2
As opposed to a charging stand, the Qi2 charging station from Mous can charge up to 3 devices at once.
The station has one Qi2 wireless charging spot and one Qi spot for devices with a lesser capacity, like earbuds. The back has an extra USB-C port for a third device, which is a nice touch. For myself, that means keeping a couple of devices on different operating systems charged for testing. For most, that might mean keeping their Pixel 10, earbuds like the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and a battery bank topped up.
The build quality is rather good. The aramid fiber version has a textured faceplate with an aluminum body. There are two status LEDs near the right corner, and it looks great on a desk.
The Qi2 spot is magnetic, so the Pixel 10 will snap to it for the optimal position. The other wireless charging circle isn’t, but it’s slightly recessed for smaller devices. Still, that hasn’t stopped me from throwing another phone on that spot to keep it powered.
If you’re looking for speed, the left 15W Qi2 slot is going to be the best bet. The left side is only rated for 7.5W, which still isn’t slow. The rear USB-C port offers 18W of power.
One of the better decisions Mous made was to offer the option to connect an Apple Watch charger, but not make it a primary function of the station. It isn’t included, and it isn’t a wasted spot for Android users. Maybe one day companies will start creating modular Pixel Watch or Galaxy Watch chargers.
Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Qi2 Charging Station
This Basesu Nomos 5-in-1 charging station is a great desk companion. It features two USB-C ports, a USB-A port, and a retractable USB-C cable, plus a posable Qi2 charging stand that can output at up to 15W. The built-in display shows power output (and goes to sleep automatically) and the station as a whole can put out 140W of power.
For charging up several devices at once, it’s a killer option. You can dock your phone with ease, then plug in a tablet, laptop, earbuds, or anything else. It’s usually available for around $100, with Baseus often offering discounts if you buy more than one.
Belkin Qi2 25W Foldable 2-in-1 Charging Stand
An excellent option for travel, Belkin’s 2-in-1 foldable charging stand is one of the few Qi 25W accessories available for full-speed wireless charging on the Pixel 10 Pro XL.
The stand folds down to a compact size where you can plug in a USB-C cable to provide wireless charging to your Pixel 10, but then you can unfold the charger to reveal a second Qi charger for your earbuds (or a second phone, if you really want). There’s a 5W USB-C port with output on the side as well, technically making this a 3-in-1 stand. As we noted when it launched, it’s a perfect option for Pixel 10, Pixel Buds, and the Pixel Watch too.
Plus, it comes with a 45W charging brick in the box. So, not only is it much more flexible than Google’s Pixelsnap Charger with Stand, but it includes a charging brick for a lower price.
Anker Qi2 MagGo Power Bank
The MagGo Power Bank isn’t a new product, though it is rated for 15W Qi2 charging. It’s chunky, but it provides 10,000mAh of extra power secured via a magnetic connection on the Pixel 10. Its positioning is perfect for fit and function.
The power bank itself offers a USB-C port for wired charging at 27W, while the input speed is rated for 20W. The side equips a small but bright status display that states capacity, as well as estimated charge time. It’s a great little display that’s functionally so much better than status LEDs to give a rough estimate. The MagGo Qi2 bank lets you know exactly how much of a charge you have, and when you need to power it up again.
The back of the bank has a small stand, which is a nice touch considering this thing adds plenty of heft to your phone while in use. The Pixel 10 series isn’t slim or light, per se, and Anker’s Qi2 power bank makes it a little heavier. It is a 10,000mAh unit, after all.
The bank also offers additional temperature protection, though I’ve never had it stop charging for an overheating phone over the months I’ve been using it.
Aukey MagFusion 2x Qi2 Charging Stand
Aukey’s Qi2 25W MagFusion 2x charging stand is a good bedside option. It has 25W charging for Pixel 10 Pro XL owners, while adding a second charging station that can be used for a second phone or a pair of earbuds.
It lacks any active cooling like some of Aukey’s other Qi2 options, but it works rather well in our testing so far with the Pixel 10. The only big downside is that there’s no included charging brick in the $67 price, and if you don’t give it enough power, it cuts off charging after a minute or two. So make sure you also pick up a strong USB-C charger for this if you don’t have one already.