ESR Car Charger, 100W
Product description
If you mostly charge a phone on the road, a simple single-port adapter may be all you need. The ESR Xtend takes a more organized approach: two retractable USB-C cables and a USB-A port let you power several devices while keeping loose cords out of the way. Its 100W total output also makes it relevant when a laptop needs a top-up, not just a cell phone.
The key tradeoff is built-in convenience versus flexibility: the USB-C cables are attached, while USB-A requires your own cable.
Best use cases
This charger is designed for drivers who want charging within reach from either front seat. The retractable cables extend to 3.1 ft (95 cm), which can make it easier for a passenger to keep a phone connected without stretching a short cable across the console. When charging is done, pull again to retract and the auto-locking design keeps the cables stowed.
It can charge up to three devices at once, making it useful on a shared commute or a longer drive with a phone, tablet, and another device in rotation. Need to top up a laptop while keeping a phone connected for navigation? The stated output allocation is 67W from the C1 cable and 33W for the other cable when both are used. You’ll appreciate it if fewer loose cables and the option to charge a laptop are priorities.
Product specs
- Total output: up to 100W
- Connections: two retractable USB-C cables and one USB-A port
- C1 cable: up to 67W, AVS is included in its description
- Cable length: 3.1 ft (95 cm)
- Adjustable angle: 180°
- Vehicle socket: 12–24V
- Cable construction: reinforced nylon braid
The maker lists USB-C compatibility with iPhone 15 series and later, Samsung, Google, and other USB-C phones, as well as MacBook Pro/Air and iPad models. For devices that need USB-A, you’ll need to supply a cable. The listed laptop and tablet model ranges are specific, so check that your device matches before relying on the charger for it. For charging speeds and device examples, the maker cites up to 100W total and gives claims including an iPhone 18 Pro Max reaching 50% in 15 minutes, actual results can depend on the device and conditions.
Where it shines
The practical appeal is reducing cable clutter without giving up multiple charging connections. Pull a cable out for a passenger’s phone, plug another device into the second USB-C cable, then retract them after the drive instead of leaving cords draped over the console. Compared with a basic single-port car adapter, this design offers more built-in reach and simultaneous connections. A conventional adapter with separate cables may make more sense if you want to choose cable lengths or replace each cable independently.
The maker describes the nylon-braided cables as tested for 10,000+ bends and 20,000+ pull-and-retract cycles. It also lists over-voltage, over-current, under-voltage, and temperature protections, with fire-retardant materials. These are maker-provided specifications, not a reason to overlook fit: the charger needs a compatible 12–24V socket, and its cables are fixed to the unit. It may not suit you if you prefer a detachable cable setup or your devices need a connection other than the ports provided.
Buying verdict
The ESR Xtend is worth considering when your main goal is a tidier car setup that can serve both phones and a USB-C laptop. Its longer retractable leads, adjustable angle, and three-device capacity address everyday in-car charging more directly than a minimal adapter. The stated 100W total output is useful context, but it does not mean every connected device will charge at that rate, the C1 cable is listed at up to 67W, with 67W + 33W specified when both retractable cables are in use. Choose it for built-in convenience and shared charging. If you need interchangeable cables, a different port mix, or a car without a 12–24V socket, this layout is not the right fit.