DeWalt 2-Port Worksite USB Charger

Why I grabbed this charger

My day-to-day is a mix of shop time, site visits, and desk work, and that means a small parade of phones, tablets, and Bluetooth gear needing power. I wanted a simple, durable wall charger that wouldn’t hog an outlet on a crowded power strip. The DeWalt USB charger fit that bill on paper: two USB-A ports, angled so they don’t block the neighboring socket, and a folding plug that won’t snag my tool bag. After a few weeks of use around the house, in the shop, and on the road, here’s how it actually performed.

Design and build

This is a compact, no-nonsense block in DeWalt’s familiar yellow-and-black. The folding plug snaps in and out with a confident detent, and it’s slim enough to ride in a side pocket without printing an obvious bulge. The ports are the standout feature: both USB-A jacks sit on the edge at an angle, so when the charger is in the top of a duplex outlet or a tight surge strip, the cables run off to the side rather than straight out into the neighboring plug. In practice, that small design choice saved me a surprising amount of outlet Tetris.

There’s no cable included, and there’s no indicator light. I don’t mind either. Less to break, less glare in a dark bedroom. The casing feels solid with no creaks, and the plug blades have a firm grip in the receptacle—no wobble, even on a slightly worn shop outlet.

Everyday charging performance

Each port is rated up to 2.4 A with “auto-detecting” charge negotiation. In real use that translates to the classic 12W-class charging you’d expect from an iPad-branded brick or a good third-party USB-A charger. I ran it with:

• An iPhone 13 on a lightly used day: topped off from 20% to around 80% in a little over an hour on one port.
• An older iPad and a mid-range Android tablet: both charged reliably overnight; neither complained or dropped connection.
• A Bluetooth speaker and headlamp: steady, no noise through the audio and no pulsing on the lamp.

With both ports filled—phone on one, tablet on the other—the charger maintained stable output without getting fussy about which device was plugged in first. Thermal performance was uneventful: warm to the touch, never hot, even after a few hours at heavier current. I never heard coil whine or felt any buzzing.

If you’re used to modern USB-C fast charging, know that this is not that. There’s no USB Power Delivery or newer fast-charge protocols here. On newer phones that support 20W–30W+ over USB-C, this charger will top you up at a gentler pace more suited to overnight charging or steady daytime topping off. As long as you calibrate your expectations, the output is perfectly adequate for phones, tablets, headphones, headlamps, barcode scanners—basically anything in the USB-A universe that doesn’t require a proprietary turbo mode.

The angled ports are more useful than they look

I tested the charger in a few problem outlets that usually force me to choose between blocking the second socket or bending a cable at a harsh angle:

• On a crowded 6-outlet surge strip, I could keep two neighboring wall warts in place while still running two USB cables off the side of the charger.
• On a duplex outlet behind a workbench riser, the side exit meant the cables cleared the back edge without kinking.
• On a kitchen outlet near the backsplash, the angled connectors kept the cables from colliding with a plugged-in appliance.

These are small wins, but they add up when you’re juggling multiple devices in cramped spaces. I’ve used plenty of two-port chargers that waste the adjacent outlet; this one rarely did.

Travel and portability

The folding plug is a big plus if you toss chargers into a shared bag or toolbox. It protects your gear from getting scratched and protects the charger from getting bent. The unit’s compact footprint made it easy to stash in a jacket pocket on site walk-throughs. I’d call it travel-friendly, with the usual caveat that it’s USB-A only—if your kit is mostly USB-C, you’ll be packing extra cables or a different charger.

Durability and safety notes

Build quality inspires confidence: tight seams, solid port retention, no rattles. I don’t baby it, and it’s shrugged off a few drops to the shop floor. That said, it’s not outdoor-rated and has no IPX protection. Sawdust and moisture happen on jobsites; keep this one indoors or at least out of the line of dust and spray. For what it’s worth, the limited lifetime warranty is reassuring for a simple device like this, and it matches the brand’s reputation for standing behind worksite accessories.

What it can’t do

• No USB-C. If your phone, tablet, or earbuds cable is USB-C to USB-C, you’ll need a USB-A to USB-C cable or a different charger.
• No USB Power Delivery or other high-wattage fast charging. Great for steady charging, not for rapid top-ups.
• Not for laptops or high-draw devices. This isn’t meant to power ultrabooks, Chromebooks, or USB-C battery packs at full speed.

None of these are flaws so much as design choices. This is a straightforward, reliable USB-A charger, not a do-everything power brick.

Tips from using it daily

• Pair it with short, durable cables for the devices you charge most often, and leave them plugged in. The side ports reduce clutter, especially with 6–12 inch leads.
• On surge strips, use the topmost or bottommost outlet to give the angled cables a clean run without crossing other plugs.
• If you need to run two thicker cables (like braided or armored), seat them fully; the ports have decent clearance, but chunky connectors can crowd each other on very tight power strips.

Who it’s for

• Tradespeople and DIYers who want a rugged-feeling, compact two-port charger that plays nicely with crowded outlets.
• Families or office folks who still have a mix of USB-A cables and want a simple bedside, kitchen, or desk charger.
• Travelers who prefer a reliable, packable brick for overnight charging of a phone and tablet.

If your setup is heavily USB-C and you rely on fast charging for quick turnarounds, you’ll be happier with a compact USB-C PD charger instead—or a mixed USB-A/USB-C unit.

What I liked

• Angled ports that genuinely preserve adjacent outlet access.
• Consistent 2.4 A-per-port performance with stable thermals.
• Folding plug makes it easy to throw in a bag without damage.
• Compact size and sturdy feel.
• Straightforward use—no lights, modes, or quirks.

What I’d change

• Add at least one USB-C port to future iterations to bridge new and old cables.
• A subtle status LED would be handy for troubleshooting (as long as it can be dim or disabled).
• An outdoor-rated version would suit actual jobsites better.

The bottom line

The DeWalt USB charger is a practical, reliable two-port wall charger that gets the fundamentals right. Its angled ports solve a real problem on crowded outlets and power strips, and the folding plug makes it a solid travel companion. It doesn’t chase the latest fast-charging standards, but for steady, dependable charging of phones, tablets, and accessories via USB-A, it performed exactly as I hoped.

Recommendation: I recommend it for anyone who needs a compact, durable USB-A charger that won’t block the next outlet and who doesn’t require USB-C fast charging. If your daily carry is centered on USB-C and you rely on high-wattage top-ups, look elsewhere. But if you want a trustworthy, no-drama charger for the shop, the kitchen counter, or the hotel nightstand, this one belongs in the kit.