DeWalt Wall-Mountable Magnetic Wireless Charger

Why a wall-mounted magnetic charger earned a spot in my shop

I’m usually skeptical of accessory “solutions,” but a wall-mounted magnetic charger makes a surprising amount of sense in a workshop or entryway. Instead of hunting for a cable on a cluttered bench, I can tap my phone against a fixed pad, feel it align, and walk away. That’s exactly how the DeWalt magnetic charger has been living in my space: one by the shop door, another near a tool cabinet. It’s small, sturdy, and more useful day to day than I expected.

What’s in the box and first impressions

The charger ships with a metal slide-and-lock wall bracket, a 6 ft USB‑C to USB‑C cable, a small USB adapter for legacy ports, a cable wrap, 3M mounting adhesive, drywall anchors, and a screw. It’s a compact puck—about 2.36 inches square and a third of an inch thick—so it doesn’t stand out visually once mounted. The weight is minimal, but the bracket is metal and feels up to shop duty.

Two design choices jumped out right away:
- The magnet alignment is tuned for MagSafe‑equipped phones and other magnetic wireless devices. Alignment feels confident and crisp.
- There’s no AC power adapter included. You’ll need to supply your own USB‑C wall adapter to power the pad.

I like the included cable wrap more than I expected. On a 6 ft run, it helps tame slack and keep the install clean.

Installation: stick it, screw it, or both

Mounting is straightforward. The bracket uses a slide‑and‑lock channel that holds the pad firmly. Once the bracket is on the wall, the charger snaps in and stays put; there’s no wobble when docking or pulling off a phone.

You get three mounting options:
- 3M adhesive for smooth surfaces or tiles where drilling is a no‑go.
- Drywall anchors and the included screw for a more permanent mount.
- Adhesive plus a screw for high‑traffic or rough surfaces.

In my shop, I went with adhesive plus a screw. The adhesive grabs immediately and keeps the bracket from shifting while you drive the fastener, which makes alignment easy. On painted drywall in the office, I used adhesive only; it’s held fine for weeks, though I wouldn’t rely solely on adhesive on textured or dusty surfaces.

Plan your outlet location before you commit. Six feet of cable is generous, but if you’re routing through tool racks or around cabinets, the extra path disappears quickly. The cable exits cleanly from the bottom of the pad; the bracket leaves room to route it down and along a wall without pinching.

Power: what you need to hit full speed

The charger is rated for up to 15W wireless output. As with any wireless pad, the real-world speed depends on two things you control:
- Your power adapter: use a quality USB‑C wall adapter with sufficient output (I recommend 20W or higher). Underpowered or old adapters will bottleneck charging.
- Your device: not every phone negotiates the same wireless wattage. MagSafe‑equipped iPhones and many modern devices align magnetically; actual charging speed will depend on what your device supports.

With a capable adapter, I saw stable, fast wireless charging on devices that can take advantage of it. Heat was well managed; the pad got warm during longer top-ups, but never uncomfortably hot, and I didn’t run into thermal throttling or random disconnects. The magnet alignment helps—consistent coil placement keeps efficiency up and heat down.

Day-to-day use: one‑handed and out of the way

The best part of a wall-mounted magnetic pad is the “drive‑by” interaction. Coming in from the garage, I park my phone on the pad in one hand without looking for a cable. Leaving, I peel it off in one motion. The magnet is strong enough to hold through standard cases; with very thick or layered cases, the grip is understandably reduced. If you’re planning a high mount, test your case first.

Because the pad sits flush to the wall, the phone doesn’t protrude much—handy in tight hallways where a stand would get bumped. Mounting height matters; eye level is convenient if you glance at notifications, but I preferred shoulder height in the shop to keep it clear of flying dust and stray cord reels.

Cable management is better than average for a simple kit. The included wrap keeps the tail tidy at the outlet, and the bracket’s cable path avoids sharp bends.

Build quality and reliability

The hardware is basic but thoughtfully executed. The metal bracket is the hero: it’s rigid and doesn’t flex, which keeps the pad pressed truly flat to the wall. The slide‑and‑lock channel has just enough tension to prevent rattle. The face of the pad has a slight texture that resists scuffs and gives a bit of grip when you press your phone into place.

Longer sessions—like topping up during an afternoon of shop work—were uneventful. No intermittent charge drops, no mystery restarts. The magnet coupling makes everyday positioning almost foolproof, and once you learn the “tap‑and‑twist” motion to remove your phone, you won’t tug the bracket inadvertently.

DeWalt backs it with a lifetime limited warranty via the manufacturer, which is reassuring for something that’s going to live on a wall and get daily use.

Where it fits best

• Entryways: park your phone as you walk in; grab it fully charged on the way out.
• Shops and garages: keeps the phone off dusty benches, away from metal chips, and visible.
• Kitchens: mounts to a backsplash or cabinet end panel where cords usually clutter.

It’s also a nice solution for shared spaces. Anyone with a MagSafe‑equipped phone can use it without hunting for their own cable.

What could be better

• No included AC power adapter. It keeps cost and e‑waste down, but many buyers will need to source a proper USB‑C wall adapter to get the most out of the pad.
• Case sensitivity. As with any magnetic charger, very thick or layered cases reduce holding strength and can slow charging.
• Single‑device, single‑purpose. There’s no extra USB port or shelf; it’s a minimal, focused charger.

None of these are dealbreakers, but they’re worth planning around.

Tips for a clean install and better performance

• Use a 20W (or higher) USB‑C power adapter from a reputable brand to ensure consistent wireless output.
• Test your preferred mounting height by temporarily taping the bracket to the wall and living with it for a day.
• If you’re mounting on painted drywall, clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol before applying the adhesive.
• Combine adhesive with a screw on high‑traffic walls or textured surfaces.
• Keep metal objects and magnetic bits away from the charging area; they can interfere with wireless charging.

The bottom line

The DeWalt magnetic charger does exactly what it promises: it gives you a tidy, wall‑mounted, MagSafe‑compatible charging spot that’s easy to use and hard to knock out of alignment. The metal bracket keeps the install solid, the 6 ft cable reaches real‑world outlets, and the magnetic alignment makes wireless charging as quick and painless as it gets.

I recommend this charger for anyone who wants a fixed, grab‑and‑go charging point in a shop, entryway, or kitchen. It’s not trying to be a desktop stand or a multi‑device hub; it’s a compact, purpose‑built pad that keeps your phone off the clutter and reliably charges at up to 15W with the right power adapter. If you’re willing to bring your own USB‑C wall plug and you value the convenience of one‑handed, aligned charging, it’s an easy addition to your space.