Apple Lightning to USB Cable
- Lightning Cable
- 1.1 ounces
- Better rated than 84%
- More reviewed than 68%
A straightforward, official replacement or spare cable for Lightning-port Apple devices, sized at 1 meter for desk or nightstand use.
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How it ranks among the 19 lightning cables we track
4.7★ across 33,900 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
33,900 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
9,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Apple's own 1-meter Lightning to USB-A cable for charging and syncing an iPhone, iPad, or iPod with a Lightning connector, USB 2.0 speed, and compatible with a Mac, Windows PC, or any USB-A wall adapter.
This is the same cable Apple ships in the box, sold on its own as a spare for the desk or a bag. It runs at USB 2.0 speed, so it is meant for charging and basic syncing rather than fast data transfer. The connector is Lightning, not USB-C, so it fits older iPhones and iPads that still use that port. A USB power adapter is sold separately.
- 1 meter (3 ft) cable length
- Lightning connector on one end, USB-A on the other
- USB 2.0 charge and sync speed
- Works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod models using Lightning
Who it's for
Owners of a Lightning-port iPhone, iPad, or iPod who want a genuine, MFi-safe cable for a desk, car, or travel bag. Not for anyone with a USB-C iPhone 15 or later.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Genuine Apple part with Lightning connector
- Works for both charging and computer syncing
- 1 meter length suits desk or bedside use
- USB 2.0 only, no fast data transfer
- Power adapter not included
- Only fits Lightning devices, not USB-C ones
Performance notes
The cable handles charging and USB 2.0 syncing between a Lightning device and a computer or USB-A adapter. Charging speed depends on the power source it's plugged into, a modern USB-C PD adapter paired with the right combination can speed things up, but this cable by itself is a standard-speed 2.0 line rather than a fast-charge cable.
Specifications
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | MUQW3AM/A |
| Item Weight | 1.1 ounces |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in lightning cables.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Lightning to USB CableThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 33,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics USB-A to Lightning Charger CableAmazon Basics | 4.6 / 5 | 30,000 | 4.7 / 5 |
| iPhone Charger, Lightning Cable 3PACK 6FT MFi Certified USB Charging Cord | Nylon Braided…Takagi | 4.4 / 5 | 119,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Anker New Nylon USB C to Lightning CableAnker | 4.7 / 5 | 33,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| iPhone Fast Charger,Type C Wall Charger Block Plug and 10ft USB C to Lightning Charging…Jeenek | 4.3 / 5 | 17,600 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Apple MUQW3AM/A
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Apple Lightning to USB Cable include a wall adapter?
No, the USB power adapter is sold separately.
Will this cable work with an iPhone 15 or newer?
No, newer iPhones use USB-C, and this cable has a Lightning connector.
Can I use it to transfer photos to a computer?
Yes, it syncs over USB 2.0 with a Mac or Windows PC, though transfer speed is standard rather than high-speed.