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Change the right device. Keep the rest.

Start with the gear you own. We show what will feel different, what can stay, and what the full change will cost.

Upgrade, keep, choose differently, or wait.

Buy the shorter routeMagSafe Charger · 1 m
Official Apple image of the MagSafe Charger with one metre cable
Integrated cable
1 metre
Less excess cable on a nearby outlet
Qi2 ceiling
Up to 25W
Needs Apple’s 30W adapter pairing
Pay only for the extra metreMagSafe Charger · 2 m
Official Apple image of the MagSafe Charger with two metre cable
Integrated cable
2 metres
More placement freedom
Qi2 ceiling
Up to 25W
Needs the same 30W pairing
Official product imagesApple United States and Canada 1 m and 2 m MagSafe Charger listings, reviewed September 13, 2026. Prices can change; GearCurrent did not run a charging-speed test.
  1. 01
    Start

    Name the model you own now.

  2. 02
    Change

    Find what you will notice in normal use.

  3. 03
    Cost

    Count accessories, services, and migration.

  4. 04
    Verdict

    Upgrade, keep, or wait—with a reason.

Start with one clear decision

MagSafe Charger 1 m vs 2 m: pay for reach, not speed

Choose 1 m unless your outlet needs the extra metre. The 2 m version buys reach, not charging speed; compare the current US and Canada price premium.

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