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The honest head-to-head every UK buyer wants: SmartGear vs Anker on the metrics that matter \u2014 GaN generation, price, ports, certification and how fast it actually arrives. Tested May 2026.
Newer GaN III silicon, identical port specs, ships from our UK warehouse with 30-day returns and undercuts Anker on UK retail price by an average of £5–£15.Anker is still strong if you specifically want the Soundcore audio or Nebula projector ecosystem alongside your charger.
Specifications buyers actually care about, compared like-for-like on the equivalent flagship 65W or 100W charger from each brand.
| Feature | SmartGear | Anker |
|---|---|---|
| Flagship 65W price (UK) | £34.98 | £49.99 (Anker 735) |
| Flagship 100W price (UK) | £49.98 | £79.99 (Anker Prime) |
| GaN silicon generation | GaN III | GaN II / GaNPrime |
| USB-C PD 3.1 (true 100W) | ||
| Samsung 45W PPS | ||
| Foldable UK plug | ||
| Ships from UK warehouse | ||
| Returns to UK address | 30-day direct | Via Amazon |
| CE / UKCA certified | ||
| Audio / projector range | ||
| Brand recognition (UK) | Growing | High |
Direct alternatives \u2014 same use case, often lower price, always shipped from our UK warehouse.
“SmartGear is £15 cheaper with newer GaN III silicon. Identical port count (2 USB-C), identical PPS support, identical foldable UK plug. The clear value pick.”
“Anker Prime has the prettier display screen. SmartGear delivers the same 100W PD 3.1 with four ports for £30 less. If aesthetics matter, Anker; if charging matters, SmartGear.”
“Both are E-marker rated 240W with USB-C 3.0 data speeds. SmartGear adds a foldable T-shape connector for tight spaces. £7 cheaper with a useful design tweak.”
Free UK delivery, 30-day returns, CE/UKCA certified \u2014 the unfair-advantage every Amazon-sold charger can’t match.