Anker USB A to USB C Cable

Overview

Anker's Flow cable pairs a soft silicone jacket with USB-A to USB-C ends, sold here as a 2-pack of 3-foot cords built for everyday charging and basic sync rather than laptop-class power.

This is a charging and basic-sync cable, not a Power Delivery cable, so it will not fast-charge a device that expects PD wattage over USB-C. Reviewers used it heavily in cars through USB-A ports, where its main advantage over cheaper cables was actually fitting snugly into finicky stereo systems and phone cases.

• 2-pack, 3 ft silicone cables
• 15W charging, 480Mbps data
• Rated for 25,000 bends
• 18-month Anker warranty

Who it's for

Suits anyone with an older car stereo, power bank or wall charger that only has USB-A ports, who wants two spare USB-C cables around the house or car. Not for someone who needs 65W-plus laptop charging or a cable for large file transfers.

What buyers say

From Amazon customer reviews.

Reviewers repeatedly praised how precisely the connector fits into phones, earbuds and car stereos, including systems that had rejected other cords for CarPlay. Several called the cable sturdier and thicker than cheaper alternatives, though one buyer noted it costs more than other options despite the longer life.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

Performance notes

Charging tops out at 15W (3A/5V) and data at 480Mbps, so it behaves like a solid everyday cable rather than a high-speed one. The silicone jacket and a rated 25,000 bend cycles are what several reviewers point to as the reason theirs have outlasted cheaper cords.

Specifications