Travel adapters look very different now compared to 2024. A newer chip material called GaN (short for gallium nitride) lets adapters carry laptop-level power in a much smaller body. At the same time, USB-C Power Delivery (often shortened to USB-C PD) is now the main fast-charging port on most phones, tablets, MacBooks, and many ultrabooks. Several brands also sell one adapter with slide-out pins that fit outlets in different parts of the world.
This article looks at five travel adapters on sale in 2026 that pair USB-C PD with worldwide plug shapes. For each one, we listed the maker’s specs, current prices, and safety marks.
What changed this year
Three things have shifted in 2026. First, GaN prices have dropped as more brands have started using it. A 65W GaN travel adapter now sells for about $40 to $60. A 100W model also sells for about $40 to $60 on Amazon and B&H, with list prices between $45 and $80 depending on the brand. Second, USB-C PD is now the main charging port on new iPhones, iPads, most flagship Android phones and tablets, and the USB-C ports on MacBooks and most ultrabooks. That makes USB-C wattage the main number to compare.
Third, most travelers no longer need a voltage converter. Most laptop chargers, phone chargers, and camera chargers made in the past ten years work on both US (around 110V) and European (around 220V) power. A simple plug-shape adapter with grounded pins and enough USB-C wattage covers most trips.
1. Anker 312 Outlet Extender Travel Adapter (A9212)
Use case: charging phones, earbuds, and tablets in a small package.
Price: SAR 116 (About $30)
Where to Buy: Amazon
The Anker 312 is a travel adapter with three slide-out plugs, one 30W USB-C PD port, two USB-A ports, and an AC outlet for one more device. Anker says it works in more than 150 countries through US Type A, European Type C with E/F slots, and UK Type G plugs. The G plug and the European plug are grounded.
Anker lists a six-point safety system that covers short circuits, fire-resistant parts, and grounded protection. The 30W USB-C port is enough for phones and tablets but not enough for 14-inch or larger laptops under heavy use. The A9212 is mostly an international model. In the US, third-party sellers list it for about $35 to $40, with Microless at $40.82. Anker’s US-only stand-in is the smaller Anker Nano Travel Adapter (A9215, 20W, $25.99 at anker.com), a 5-in-1 unit with Type A, I, G, and C plugs.
2. Epicka TA-105S GaN 45W
Use case: charging three or more devices from one outlet at the same time.
Price: $19
Where to Buy: Amazon
The Epicka TA-105S is the GaN version of Epicka’s TA-105 lineup. It can charge up to five USB devices (three USB-C and two USB-A) plus one more device through the AC outlet at the same time. The slide-out plugs cover Types A, C, G, and I, with the G and I plugs grounded. The total USB power across all ports is 45W. The first USB-C port can deliver the full 45W on its own, while the other ports share less power, per Epicka’s product manual. Epicka lists it for $24.99 on sale, and Best Buy sells it for $26.99. Epicka also makes two higher-power versions in the same case: the TA-105 Pro at 70W ($49.99) and the TA-105 Max at 75W ($59.99).
3. TESSAN GaN Universal Travel Adapter (GM-636)
Use case: charging 15- and 16-inch laptops without packing the laptop’s own charger.
Price: $17.99
Where to Buy: Amazon
TESSAN sells the GM-636 as a GaN universal travel adapter that can push up to 100W out of its main USB-C port. It also has an AC outlet and four more USB ports, so six devices can plug in at once. The slide-out plugs cover Types A, C, G, and I, with the G and I plugs grounded. TESSAN lists three safety features: a double fuse, safety shutters on the AC outlet, and a chip that watches the temperature and lowers power if it gets too hot. As of late May 2026, the 100W model sells for around $38 on Amazon (list price $45.99) and $45.62 at B&H. TESSAN’s own store lists 35W, 65W, 100W, and 140W universal adapters as separate products. The 65W version is $39.99 on sale at tessan.com, and the 140W version is $69.99 on sale.
4. Zendure Passport III
Use case: frequent overseas travel where build quality and safety matter.
Price: $17.99
Where to Buy: Amazon, Zendure
The Zendure Passport III is a GaN universal travel adapter with a 65W USB-C PD main port (called USB-C1), three more USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and an AC socket. Per Zendure’s spec sheet, it has a 10A fuse that can reset itself up to 10,000 times (it trips at 120°C) and child-safe sliding prongs that cover Types A, C, G, and I.
Per Zendure’s own FAQ, the Passport III is not grounded; the company says it dropped grounding to keep the adapter small and lightweight. It weighs 168g (5.93 oz) and measures 78 by 53 by 51 mm. As of late May 2026, Zendure sells the standard color for $59.99 on sale and the blue color for $69.99 on sale, against a list price of $79.99. Per Zendure’s power spec (labeled 45W+15W) and an AppleInsider writeup, the side USB-C1 port can put out the full 65W when used alone, but it drops to 45W when any of the bottom ports are also in use. The three bottom USB-C ports and the USB-A port then share 15W between them. The AC socket runs on its own and does not pull from the USB power budget.
5. TESSAN Ultra Thin Universal Travel Adapter PD 25W
Use case: a backup adapter, a second adapter, or cruise travel.
Price: $17.99
Where to Buy: Amazon
The TESSAN Ultra Thin PD 25W is 3.1 by 2.2 by 2.6 inches and weighs about 4.3 oz (just over 120g), per TESSAN’s product page and a T3 writeup. It has one AC outlet, two USB-C ports (25W max from one port), and two USB-A ports (18W max). The slide-out plugs cover Types A, C, G, and I. The AC outlet on the adapter accepts incoming plugs of Types A, B, C, E, and F, per TESSAN’s Amazon listing. The adapter ships without surge protection. TESSAN highlights this as a feature for cruise travel, since most major cruise lines do not allow power strips or adapters that include surge protection. The 25W USB-C output is not enough for 15- and 16-inch laptops under heavy use. As of late May 2026, it sells for $27.99 on tessan.com (list price $39.99), with Amazon listings between $19.99 and $31.49 depending on the color.
Category notes
A few related products are often mixed up with USB-C PD travel adapters. Voltage converters are built for single-voltage devices that pull a lot of power, like hair dryers and curling irons. They are not needed for the dual-voltage 100 to 240V chargers that come with most modern phones, laptops, cameras, and electric razors.
Two-pin adapters without a ground pin are usually built for phone-charger power levels and cannot safely run a laptop for long. Cheap imports without CE, FCC, ETL, or UL marks may not actually meet the safety standards on the box. All-in-one adapters made before 2023 came before GaN was common and usually top out near 18W on USB-C, which is below modern phone fast-charging speed. Within Zendure’s own lineup, the older Passport Pro maxed out at 18W PD, while the current Passport III is the 65W GaN version.
Regional cheat sheet
| Region | Plug type | Voltage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| US, Canada, Mexico, Japan | A / B | 100–127V | Japan is 100V; most modern chargers handle it fine. |
| Most of Europe | C / E / F | 230V | Use a grounded adapter for laptops. |
| UK, Ireland, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia | G | 230V | Fused plug; one of the safest standards. |
| Australia, New Zealand, China, Argentina | I | 220–240V | Polarized; orientation matters. |
| India, South Africa, parts of Africa | D / M | 230V | Check your adapter; not all universal adapters cover Type M. |
Summary
Across the five adapters, the main differences come down to USB-C wattage and size. The TESSAN GM-636 has the highest USB-C power at 100W and can connect six devices at once. The Zendure Passport III stands out on safety features at 65W, with a self-resetting fuse and child-safe sliding prongs. The Epicka TA-105S has the most ports of any 45W unit covered here. The Anker 312 (A9212) is the cheapest name-brand pick at 30W and uses a three-plug US, EU, and UK design. The TESSAN Ultra Thin PD 25W is the slimmest, and it ships without surge protection, which makes it cruise-friendly.
All five carry CE and FCC marks per their makers, with extra safety features as listed above.
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