Stand One from Nomad
The Stand One 4th generation is a compact, upright wireless charger from Nomad, which is specially made for iPhones with MagSafe and phones with Qi2 support. This charger is a real eye-catcher for your desk or bedside table, especially in the stylish Stellar Orange color.
This wireless charger seems to come straight from Apple, with its sturdy metal casing, glass charging panel and non-slip rubber base. In addition to its stylish design, the Stand One also supports high-speed wireless charging up to 25W.
Wireless 25W charging with Qi2 & MagSafe
The most important upgrade compared to older models is support for Qi2 up to 25W. This allows you to charge a compatible iPhone (such as the iPhone 16 series and newer) significantly faster than with traditional 15W MagSafe chargers. In tests, the Stand One reaches about 50% charge in about 36 minutes, which is clearly faster than the 45–50 minutes you see at 15W.
Older MagSafe iPhones (from iPhone 12) are also supported, but charge at a maximum of 15W. In addition to your iPhone, you can also charge a Qi device such as AirPods (or other Qi headphones) wirelessly with 5W on the back of the stand, so that you can supply both devices with power at the same time.
High-quality materials: metal, glass, rubber and nylon
Nomad is known for its premium finish, and this is clearly reflected in the Stand One. The wireless charger is made from high-quality materials:
- Metal housing: The housing is made of solid metal, which provides a sturdy, luxurious feel and good heat dissipation.
- Premium glass panel: The loading surface is a smooth glass panel that looks sleek and feels nice. This glass is necessary to enable wireless charging.
- Non-slip rubber base: The bottom has a rubber base so the charger won’t shift, even if you remove or use your iPhone with one hand.
- Nylon braided cable: The included USB-C to USB-C cable is braided nylon, which makes the cable stronger and more durable than standard plastic cables.
Compact size with weighted base
Despite its robust construction, the Stand One from Nomad is compact enough for any desk or bedside table. Weighing around 613 grams, it remains stable even if you remove your iPhone from the magnet with one hand. The weighted base works very well in practice: the stand does not tilt and stays neatly in place.
21° viewing angle for portrait and landscape viewing
Nomad’s Stand One offers a viewing angle of 21 degrees, making it comfortable for both vertical and horizontal placement. The upright position of your iPhone makes it easy to use while charging: Face ID unlocks smoothly and you can view notifications or widgets without holding the phone. This makes your iPhone perfect for Standby mode, videos, FaceTime calls or simply keeping an eye on your screen while you work.
Supplied cable, but no adapter
In the packaging you will find the Stand One itself and a 2 meter long USB-C to USB-C cable (nylon braided). However, a power adapter is included not bee. Nomad recommends an adapter of at least 40W to utilize the full 25W Qi2 speed; with lower adapters the charger will switch back to a lower power. For many users, this means that they have to purchase a powerful USB-C adapter separately, which is a disappointment for an accessory in this price segment.
Conclusion: Nomad Stand One
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In practice, the Nomad Stand One immediately feels sturdy and solid. The weighted base works great: you can grab your iPhone from the magnet with one hand without the stand shifting, and it remains stable while charging. The Stellar Orange version is beautiful in real life and stands out without being flashy.
The biggest plus is the Qi2 support up to 25W: this allows you to charge a compatible iPhone wirelessly up to three times faster than with older 7.5W chargers, and noticeably faster than 15W MagSafe chargers. It’s nice that you can charge your AirPods on the back at the same time, although it would have been more interesting if the stand had an Apple Watch charging puck instead. For many Apple users, a 3-in-1 solution (iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch) would be slightly more complete; for that you have to look at the more expensive Stand One Max.
What is disappointing, especially at an asking price of €119, is the lack of an included adapter. You must provide a powerful 40W USB-C adapter yourself to achieve full charging speed, which further increases the total purchase price. All in all, the Stand One is one of the nicest and fastest wireless premium iPhone stands you can buy, with excellent build quality and thoughtful design.
- High-quality materials made of metal, glass and rubber
- Ideal viewing angle of 21 degrees for convenient operation
- Weighted base ensures sturdy construction
- Eye-catcher for your desk and bedside table
- iPhone easy to use in landscape and portrait view
- Lack of adapter, requires at least 40W
- Missing a charging puck for Apple Watch
Buy Nomad Stand One
The Nomad Stand One has a suggested retail price of €109 (white and black) and €119 (orange) and is available on Nomad’s official website, among others, Bol.com and Applehoes.
