The Apple Watch is one of the most popular wearables on the planet, and with good reason. It's a smartwatch, a music streaming device, a fitness tracker, a heart rate monitor, a workout companion, an ECG, and a fertility monitor all rolled into one. All of those features require power, but the Apple Watch has a decent battery life meaning you can usually get through the hours you're awake without needing to charge it.

At some point, however, it's going to need charging up again. Whether you charge overnight or prefer to give it a quick top up during the day, a good charger is a must. If you're rocking a new Apple Watch Series 9, you can even take advantage of fast charging to get topped up even quicker. If you’re looking for a charging device for your new Apple Watch, then here are some of the best chargers for Apple Watch Series 9.

Best chargers for Apple Watch: The bottom line

When choosing the best chargers for Apple Watch Series 9, there were a few key considerations. Firstly, I wanted to select chargers that were able to take advantage of the fast charging capabilities of the Apple Watch Series 9. However, since not everyone needs their Apple Watch to charge super-fast, there are some options on the list that don't offer fast charging but have other benefits instead.

I also wanted to ensure that there were options for people who want to be able to charge multiple devices at once, as well as options for different circumstances, such as USB chargers and power banks. There are plenty of Apple Watch charging stands available that require you to fit your own charger into the stand, but these aren't chargers in their own right, so you won't see any on this list.

If you're looking for a charger for your Apple Watch Series 9 that can safely and effectively charge your Apple Watch and can also take advantage of the fast charging capabilities of the Apple Watch Series 9, then you can't go far wrong with Apple's official charging cable. It's not going to win any prizes for its looks and the lack of an included power adapter is frustrating, but it's a decent price for an official Apple product, and it will keep your Apple Watch charging for years to come.

If you're looking for something a little more stylish and practical, the Belkin Boost Charge Pro Portable Fast Charger can offer fast charging for your Apple Watch Series 9, looks great on your nightstand, and is available a good price. And if you want something that can charge your Apple Watch on your nightstand or on the go, then the Belkin Wireless Charger + Power Bank is the best of both worlds.

Do I need fast charging capabilities?

The Apple Watch Series 9, along with the Apple Watch Series 7, Apple Watch Series 8, and Apple Watch Ultra, allows you to take advantage of fast charging to charge your Apple Watch up to 33 per cent faster. You can charge from 0 to 80 per cent in around 45 minutes using fast charging. However, many people like to charge their Apple Watch on their nightstand as they sleep, which means that fast charging capabilities aren't hugely vital. If you do need fast charging, be sure that the charger you buy supports it.

Can I charge other devices?

As an Apple Watch owner, you'll almost certainly have other Apple devices such as an iPhone and AirPods. There are plenty of chargers that can charge multiple devices at once, saving you having to use a different charger for each device. You might want to consider a 2-in-1 or even 3-in-1 charger, although you should be aware that not all of these devices will support fast charging for your Apple Watch Series 9. If you have even more devices you want to charge, a modular system such as the Scosche BaseLynx system allows you build you own bespoke charger for multiple devices.