The MacEbook is a strong machine. Whether you are utilizing a MacEbook Air for internet looking and sending emails or a MacEbook Pro for graphics-intensive tasks like video modifying and 3D design, Apple’s laptops can deal with a variety of actions. But to boost your expertise, I counsel throwing some equipment into the combination.

Regardless of your MacBook of choice or the work you are utilizing it for, a slew of peripherals can pair together with your pc, like laptop computer stands, keyboards, charging bricks, and exterior shows. We’ve examined dozens over the previous 12 months, and these are the very best MacEbook equipment to streamline your workflow and unlock your machine’s full potential. This is in no way an exhaustive record, as there are an innumerable variety of equipment, so we’ll at all times be on the hunt for extra to check. Check out our Best Work-From-Home Gear guide for different suggestions.

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Charging Adapters

MacBooks have turn out to be extra battery environment friendly, however you must nonetheless carry a spare charger if you head out the door. The default one within the field is cumbersome and may recharge just one gadget at a time, so strive these options. For extra charging picks, take a look at our Best Work-From-Home Gear and Best Portable Battery Packs guides. 

Best Overall

This is likely one of the slimmest and most compact 65-watt chargers we have ever examined. It dished out almost 60 watts to the 2020 MacBook Pro with M1 and absolutely recharged it in an hour and a half (from 0 to 100%!). It has a soft-touch really feel that is a pleasant improve over most plasticky chargers, and the plugs fold in sideways so it maintains a slim profile. It stayed put in a wide range of shops and, for the reason that USB-C port is on the backside, it by no means fell off the wall, in contrast to sure chunky chargers. Best of all, you get a braided, 6-foot, 100-watt cable within the field. 

Runner-Up

I’m consistently on the go, and I tend to neglect to pack both my iPhone charger or MacEbook charger. Apple’s dual-port USB-C energy adapter has saved me many late-night journeys to Best Buy. It comes with two USB-C ports, which lets me recharge my MacEbook Air and iPhone concurrently. It’s fairly compact, so I toss it into my duffle bag or tote. It’s rated at 35 watts, so it is highly effective sufficient to recharge an iPad Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, and extra. It will recharge a MacEbook Air simply fantastic, although extra power-hungry MacEbook Pro fashions would require one thing extra highly effective.

For Power-Hungry Machines

If you could have a MacEbook Pro, go for Satechi’s 108-watt wall charger. It’s on the bigger aspect, nevertheless it’s not as massive because the one from Apple. It comes with three USB-C ports, every with the power to cost at 100 watts if just one gadget is related—good for the 16-inch MacBook Pro. However, if you wish to cost three devices directly, it’s going to cost them at 45, 30, and 30 watts, respectively, 58, 30, and 20 watts, or 65, 20, and 20 watts, relying on what you are charging. The plug folds up too. 

A Powerful Portable Battery Pack

An outlet won’t at all times be inside arm’s attain, so it is price retaining a conveyable charger useful. You can discover a variety of nice, compact, and low-cost transportable chargers in our Best Portable Battery Packs information, however this one from Zendure has a 26,800-mAh capability (the utmost you’ll be able to tackle a flight) and comes with 4 USB-C ports—two that may dish out 100 watts and two that output 20 watts every. We had no points fast-charging MacBooks (you may seemingly be capable to get shut to 2 full expenses out of it), along with iPhones and different smartphones. A small OLED show exhibits the remaining energy as a share and in watt-hours.

Other Great Chargers

• Nomad 65-Watt Dual-Port Charger for $70: Want two USB-C ports as an alternative of 1? This charger is not as compact or slim because the Sirius above, however you get two ports, every of which may output 65 watts when used alone. Plug two gadgets in and the highest will ship 45 watts and the underside can do 20 watts. The plugs fold up, and it seems to be tremendous smooth. 
• Satechi 165-Watt GaN Four-Port Charger for $120: If you could have numerous gadgets round your desk, it is a handy-dandy charger. It has a little bit stand to prop it up and a brief wire that goes out to an outlet. The 4 USB-C ports output 100 watts every, however you will get sufficient energy to juice up two MacEbook Pro fashions concurrently.

Laptop Cases and Sleeves

It does not take a lot to scratch or ding the aluminum on a MacEbook. It’s sensible to get a laptop computer case or sleeve to maintain it secure. 

Best Overall

This case is accessible for a couple of MacEbook fashions, however I’ve been utilizing it with the 16-inch MacEbook Pro (2021). It has exact cutouts for all of the ports, rubberized toes that forestall it from sliding, and air flow to maintain the MacEbook from overheating. For this particular mannequin, the case is available in clear, pink, and black. It does add a noticeable heft to the 16-inch MacEbook Pro—which is already a heavy laptop computer. You can discover these hardshell instances for different MacBook models here.

Runner-Up

I’ve at all times preferred Speck’s iPhone cases for his or her sturdiness, and I really feel the identical concerning the firm’s laptop computer instances. I’ve been utilizing this one with the 14-inch MacEbook Pro and, just like Incase, the hardshell case has the correct cutouts for ports, together with rubberized toes to maintain your machine in place. Both items clip in securely. It’s out there for a variety of MacEbook fashions. I’ve carried it in backpacks, duffle baggage, and totes, and up to now it has managed to guard my machine. However, the scratch-resistant hardshell is not as resistant as Speck claims. The case has a couple of scrapes right here and there, although it is not too noticeable. 

A Leather Sleeve

Prefer a mushy sleeve or a extra luxe expertise? WIRED opinions editor Julian Chokkattu has had a superb expertise with Harber London’s full-grain leather-based sleeve. The inside is lined with wool felt to maintain your machine scratch-free, and the black or tan leather-based exudes luxurious. It matches a wide range of MacEbook fashions, together with the 16-inch M2-powered version. The flap stays shut because of magnets, so your MacEbook will not simply slip out. You may even cost the laptop computer whereas it is within the sleeve.

Hubs and Docks

If the restricted port choice in your MacEbook Air or older MacEbook Pro frustrates you, spend money on a USB hub or dock. Hubs are inexpensive dongles that present additional USB ports, SD card readers, and a headphone jack. Docks are meant for use at your desk, as a result of they’re bigger, provide much more ports in larger selection (like Ethernet), they usually usually include their very own energy provide. Check out our Best USB Hubs and Docks guide for extra.

Best Overall

The StayGo Mini from Twelve South is our favorite hub for iPads, however we have had no hassle utilizing it with MacBooks. Plug it in by way of the USB-C port in your laptop computer and you will have entry to a USB-A port, a headphone jack, an HDMI output, and one other USB-C port for passthrough charging. It’s pretty skinny and compact, so it will not add an excessive amount of bulk to your laptop computer or if you’re touring.

Runner-Up

Plugable’s USB-C Triple Display Docking Station is a good selection, particularly for anybody utilizing a couple of monitor. It helps as much as three shows directly (both HDMI or DisplayPort for every). The dock additionally packs six USB 3.0 ports (two on the entrance, 4 within the again) and a gigabit Ethernet port. Whenever you come again to your workstation together with your MacEbook, all you must do is plug it in and also you immediately have a multi-monitor setup. With an output of as much as 60 watts, you should use the dock to cost your laptop computer too.

If You Have an iPhone

Looking to do away with the facility strip at your desk? Look no additional than Anker’s MagGo 637. You can use the entrance MagSafe wireless charger to recharge your iPhone whereas the again is residence to a wide range of ports together with two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and three AC shops. One of these USB-C ports has an output of 65 watts, which is loads to cost a MacEbook—providing you with an all-in-one charging station in a compact orb.

Keyboards

If you are continuously at a desk, it is good, although not vital, to spend money on a greater keyboard. Especially for those who’re on the lookout for a extra tactile sensation with a mechanical keyboard. Be certain to take a look at our Best Keyboards guide for extra.

Best Overall

Ever since Apple debuted the brand new Magic Keyboard on its MacBooks in 2021, it has been troublesome for me to discover a third-party keyboard that feels related (if not precisely the identical). This is remedied with Apple’s very-own exterior keyboard. It’s costly, nevertheless it’s a pleasant strategy to absolutely replicate the MacEbook setup. It comes geared up with a Touch ID button, which you should use to log in, pay for purchases, and obtain apps, in addition to a quantity pad. It has the identical very same operate row keys as M-series MacBooks—full with playback buttons, a Mission Control key, plus a devoted Do Not Disturb button. 

If you do not want this full-size model, there’s additionally the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID ($149), and the fundamental Magic Keyboard ($99).

Runner-Up

We had been already followers of Logitech’s MX mechanical keyboard line previous to attempting the Mac model, however this mimics the expertise of your MacEbook keyboard a little bit higher. There’s a Do Not Disturb key and the power to program the operate row key with Apple’s personal apps like Final Cut Pro, Keynote, Photos, Safari, and extra, utilizing the Logi Options+ app—along with different Mac-specific shortcuts. Unlike the unique MX mechanical keyboard, you do not have a selection between Clicky, Linear, or Tactile switches. It’s solely out there with Tactile Quiet switches, that are excellent for those who usually work round different folks because it’s quieter. The low-profile keys are nonetheless satisfying to sort on all day. It’s slim and light-weight so it is a good choice to journey with as effectively. 

Other Great Keyboards

• The Das Keyboard MacTigr for $219: Steep value apart, this keyboard (9/10, WIRED Recommends) has a devoted Mac structure, Cherry MX Red switches (that do not get too loud), a high-quality all-metal construct, and a two-port USB-C hub. 
• Keychron Q1 Pro Mechanical Keyboard for $199: The Q1 Pro is WIRED opinions editor Julian Chokkattu’s present every day driver. You can use it wired or wirelessly by way of Bluetooth, and there are a number of colours and switches to select from (it is RGB-backlit too). The pink switches aren’t too loud however are nonetheless clicky, and there is a beautiful knob for quantity management. It’s hot-swappable, so you’ll be able to change the switches everytime you like, and the PBT keycaps have not proven any put on after 5 months of rigorous use. 
• Keychron K3 Pro Ultra-Slim Wireless Mechanical Keyboard for $94: The K3 is one other good wi-fi keyboard nevertheless it’s slim and compact. It has low-profile keys with a tactile click on, RGB lighting, and round 4 to 5 days of battery life (that you would be able to cost by way of the USB-C charging port). You’ll additionally get support for Via if you’d like extra software program customization.

Mice

A good mouse is essential for probably the most snug expertise. We’ve obtained you lined with each an ergonomic possibility (to maintain wrist ache at bay) and an exterior trackpad for those who genuinely benefit from the one in your MacEbook. We’ve obtained tons extra suggestions in our Best Gaming Mice guide.

Best Overall

This ergonomic wi-fi mouse from Logitech is nice for those who spend numerous time at your desk and endure from some wrist ache. The Lift, because the identify suggests, robotically lifts your palm away from the desk—stopping your nerves from getting pinched. It has wonderful battery life too, our unit has gone for greater than a 12 months without having new batteries. You can program the buttons on the mouse to set off Mac-specific options utilizing Logitech’s companion app. For instance, I’ve programmed my mouse to allow Do Not Disturb, Mission Control, the Emojis menu, and Screen seize with a click on of a button. You can even customise the buttons to open Apple’s apps like Final Cut Pro, Keynote, Photos, Safari, and extra.

Runner-Up

If you are already used to the trackpad in your MacEbook, then you’ll be able to’t go fallacious with the exterior Magic Trackpad. It has the identical Multi-Touch gestures and Force Touch know-how, so there isn’t any studying curve concerned. It robotically pairs together with your MacEbook for seamless connectivity. While the battery ought to final you a few month, the trackpad comes with a woven USB-C to Lightning cable to cost it.

Laptop Stands

Propping your MacEbook up on a laptop computer stand can ensure you’re not craning your neck to stare on the display screen. We’ve obtained loads extra in our Best Laptop Stands guide.

Best Overall

WIRED reviewer Medea Giordano says regardless of what number of laptop stands she tries, she retains coming again to this one from ObVus to make use of along with her MacEbook. In truth, she’s been utilizing it since 2020. It’s sturdy, mild, and will be raised to totally different heights and positions—together with a standing possibility (no standing desk required). Although it does take some power to vary the peak and angle, you’ll be able to relaxation assured it will not collapse when you’re utilizing it.

Runner-Up

For anybody who prefers working from a sofa or mattress, the Nnewvante Laptop Stand is a good possibility. The peak is not adjustable, however you’ll be able to increase the bottom to position it at the very best angle for typing in your MacEbook. With a stopper built-in, you will not have to fret about issues sliding off both. It additionally has additional house that stays flat so you’ll be able to place your espresso mug or a drink, and a small drawer for storing little trinkets. You can fold the legs and retailer the entire thing away when it is not in use.

Other Great Laptop Stands

• Flexispot Adjustable Table With Wheels for $130: WIRED opinions editor Julian Chokkattu has been utilizing this rollable desk in numerous spots in his house. You can alter the peak and since the stand is not centered, you’ll be able to pull it below a mattress or sofa to carry the desktop near you.
• Rain Design mBar Pro+ Foldable Laptop Stand for $58: Frequently transferring from the workplace and your house? Carry this one round with you. It folds right down to a slim sufficient package deal and weighs lower than a pound. It can increase your MacEbook up about 5 inches and rests it at an angle.

Desk Mats

A desk mat is not vital to your workspace, nevertheless it provides a pleasant contact. It can even make the whole lot look a bit extra organized and simply plain fairly. They can double as a mousepad for anybody utilizing an exterior mouse. 

Best Overall

I’ve been utilizing the medium model ($70) at my desk, which provides me sufficient room to position my keyboard, mouse, pocket book, and low mug. It feels good, seems to be smooth, and is simple to scrub (I’ve managed to wipe up unintentional spills with no hassle). This desk mat is available in a wide range of enjoyable colours together with darkish orange, mild inexperienced, and magenta. Since it is felt, it slides round barely—however I’ve been utilizing it on a glass desk. If you are nervous about this, get the Grovemade Matte Desk Pad instead. It’s pricier, however the cork backside retains it from transferring round.

Runner-Up

This desk mat options one colour on both sides—that approach, you’ll be able to flip between colours everytime you’d like to vary issues up. It’s fabricated from polyurethane leather-based, nevertheless it seems to be fairly and my mouse glides easily excessive. Like Grovemade’s desk mat, it is simple to scrub too.

External Monitors

Using an exterior monitor helps me get more work done. So a lot in order that I now have hassle working with out one. It provides your apps extra respiratory room so nothing feels too cramped, particularly on a 13-inch MacEbook. Head over to our Best Monitors guide for different picks.

Best Overall

This 4K monitor from Monnoprice affords a excessive decision with out breaking the financial institution. With respectable help for HDR and punchy colours, it is a satisfying display screen to stare at. You can hook it as much as your MacEbook utilizing the USB-C port on the again as an alternative of counting on the DisplayPort or HDMI. With help for the VESA mounting customary, you do not have to accept the included stand; mount it to your desk as an alternative and avoid wasting house. If you resolve to mount it, WIRED opinions editor Julian Chokkattu suggests utilizing longer M3 screws for the reason that mounting holes are recessed. One drawback? It’s out of inventory usually. 

Runner-Up

This Asus 24-inch Full HD monitor is a pleasant, cheap approach so as to add a second display screen to your workstation. The 1080p-pixel decision is sharp, although colours can look barely oversaturated. You can tweak this within the show’s settings. It comes with a tilt-adjustable stand that works effectively, but when your desk is already too cluttered, it helps the VESA mounting customary so you’ll be able to put it on an arm mount. 

A Portable Monitor

Mostly spend time working in espresso retailers? A transportable monitor is a good companion for a MacEbook, making it a lot simpler to multitask and get extra achieved. This one has an OLED panel, so you may get some beautiful deep blacks and vibrant colours. It comes with a canopy that doubles as a kickstand plus the important cables. Just plug it into your machine utilizing the USB-C cable. Just keep in mind that it’s going to drain your MacEbook’s battery sooner, so it is clever to plug it into an influence supply when you’ll be able to (the display screen will then be capable to get brighter too).

An Integrated Portable Monitor

This transportable show sticks to the again of your MacEbook by way of magnets. If you do not thoughts completely leaving 4 magnets on the corners of your machine, then this is likely one of the best methods so as to add a second display screen to your setup, and it does not take any desk house because it hangs off the again of your display screen. Just slide out the 13-inch show if you want it and join the USB-C cable. It provides some bulk and thickness however you’ll be able to simply take away the show every time you do not want it.

Backpacks 

There’s truthfully no “best” backpack as a result of has totally different preferences and types. Browse our Best Laptop Backpacks guide for extra suggestions, however these are a couple of standouts.

Best Overall

This Tom Bihn bag is pricey however WIRED senior affiliate opinions editor Adrienne So says it is her favourite, primarily for its considerate design. There’s a zippered water bottle pocket in the midst of the backpack (as an alternative of the aspect), pen pockets in flaps on the aspect for straightforward entry as an alternative of within the center, and an exterior constituted of Bluesign-certified 400-denier ballistic nylon. Each bag additionally has a lifetime assure. The dense material and {hardware} (zippers, buckles, and O-rings) do make it a little bit heavy although. We suggest going with the 22-liter option. This bag will solely match a 13-inch MacEbook Pro and MacEbook Air (2018 and later). 

Runner-Up

The Herschel Heritage is a extra inexpensive possibility and our favourite price range bag. On the within, you may discover a 15-inch laptop computer sleeve to suit a 13-inch MacEbook or 14-inch MacEbook Pro, with loads of room to pack in additional provides. It’s tremendous sturdy too. WIRED reviewer Medea Giordano says it solely began to indicate indicators of wear and tear after a number of years of use. Our solely gripe is the dearth of a water bottle compartment.

Other Great Backpacks

• Rains Backpack Mini for $95: The Rains AgainPack Mini is probably the most trendy choose in our Best Laptop Backpacks guide. It’s engaging, practical, and matches a 13-inch MacEbook together with a couple of different equipment. If you are nervous it is too small, we additionally just like the bigger 13-liter version for $110.
• JanSport Pro Pack System for $150: JanSport’s backpacks have at all times been dependable, and the Pro Pack System is not any totally different. It has a 15-inch laptop computer plush laptop computer compartment, together with loads of pockets to suit extra equipment like notebooks, water bottles, and pens. The entrance pack can also be removable, which you should use as a cross-body bag.
• Harber London Leather City Backpack for $560: It’s costly, however this all-leather bag is presently WIRED opinions editor Julian Chokkattu’s favourite. It can match as much as a 16-inch MacEbook in a devoted sleeve, has house for a spare pill or a Nintendo Switch, and features a few pouches in the principle compartment and within the entrance zippered pocket for group. It’s cozy to put on, and he is obtained loads of compliments on it. 

Totes

Not a fan of backpacks? Totes are a extra modern different. They’re simply as able to carrying your MacEbook and different provides you could want. We’ve listed a couple of of our favorites beneath, however we have got a ton extra in our Best Laptop Totes and Purses guide.

Best Overall

This tote from Moment is WIRED author Jaina Grey’s favorite. It has pockets for days (and pockets inside pockets) permitting you to retailer a 16-inch MacEbook, a number of water bottles, and cables. Since Moment is a pictures model, the bag comes with padding to guard your gear together with a full-zip closure and weatherproof recycled nylon as effectively. Since it may possibly maintain a lot stuff, it additionally distributes weight evenly to keep away from inflicting shoulder ache.

Runner-Up

The Cuyana Tote is presently our favorite purse. It has a lovely, timeless design and it is fabricated from sturdy leather-based. You’ll have the choice between a 13-inch or 16-inch measurement, relying in your MacEbook, and a number of colours to select from. You can even buy add-ons like an organizational insert that has a pocket to your laptop computer and water bottle, a flap bag to make use of as an inside compartment contained in the bag or a stand-alone clutch, and an adjustable strap to put on the bag as a cross-body.

Other Great Totes

• L.L. Bean Hunter’s Tote Bag for $50: This is our favourite price range tote. It has a rugged construct full with double-stitched seams, a thick polyester shell, beefy handles, and a rubbery plastic lining. WIRED senior editor Michael Calore says he makes use of it for the whole lot—together with grocery retailer runs, tenting journeys, seaside days, and on flights. It will be helpful for work too, however we do suggest buying a laptop computer sleeve or case.
• Fjallraven Kånken Totepack for $70: This tote backpack mixture will be worn in your again or your shoulder. It additionally has a pocket for a 13-inch MacEbook, a smaller pocket for a pocket book or pill, and a big most important compartment. You’ll even have two aspect pockets for water bottles or a small umbrella.

Headphones and Earbuds

Owning the correct noise-canceling headphones is usually a game-changer for productiveness. But with so many on the market, it may be powerful to slim down which one to pair together with your MacEbook. For extra choices, learn our Best Wireless Headphones and Best Wireless Earbuds guides.

Best Overall

Apple’s AirPods Max (8/10, WIRED Recommends) are costly however they reign as the very best noise-canceling headphones in our e-book. With wonderful sound high quality, good noise discount, stellar construct high quality, and seamless connectivity, they’re arduous to not love. When paired together with your MacEbook, they will robotically hook up with the laptop computer everytime you take them out of the case. If you personal different Apple gadgets like an iPhone, you’ll be able to simply swap forwards and backwards between gadgets with out having to manually dig by way of the Bluetooth menu.

Runner-Up

Sony’s WX-1000XM5 headphones (9/10, WIRED Recommends) have a sleeker, extra discrete look than the AirPods Max. They’re pricier than earlier generations, however the newest model affords a extra absorbing and energetic sound high quality than its predecessors. You’ll get wonderful noise cancellation and nice battery life as effectively. If you need to avoid wasting money, we nonetheless suggest last year’s WH-1000XM4 which additionally affords nice noise-cancellation, 30-hour battery life, and a clear sound signature. 

Other Great Headphones

• Apple AirPods Pro (2nd-generation) for $200: These are the very best earbuds for iPhones, however they’re additionally an excellent possibility for MacBooks. The newest technology AirPods Pro (9/10, WIRED Recommends) has improved noise canceling, longer battery life (as much as six hours of playtime), and higher sound high quality. 
• Beats Fit Pro for $200: We choose these (9/10, WIRED Recommends) over the older first-gen AirPods Pro as a result of they’ve higher sound high quality, bodily buttons on the skin of every bud, longer battery life (six hours, particularly), and help for spatial audio. 
• Google Pixel Buds A-Series for $100: The Pixel Buds A-Series (8/10, WIRED Recommends) maintain the primary spot in our Best Wireless Earbuds guide. They pack 5 hours of listening time with an extra 19 hours inside the charging case. They really feel steady in your ears and pack higher sound high quality than Apple’s entry-level AirPods.