If you've never heard of Kovol, a brief introduction might be in order. The company's motto is one that we can definitely get behind: "Live simpler."
Kovol's Charging Mate desktop chargers allow you to do just that, simplifying the chaos of modern life, whether at the office or safe at home. These desktop hubs allow you to charge up to four devices simultaneously, all drawing power from one single line to the wall.
Keeping all of your devices juiced up can be a full-time gig. If you're one to sit on an incomprehensible nest of cables in an effort to maintain, the time to get organized is now.
What Is the Kovol Sprint Desktop Charger?
Like all desktop chargers, Kovol's Sprint desktop charger exists to do two things:
- To keep all of your devices completely charged
- To reduce the amount of clutter on your desk
Instead of having fifteen different chargers to keep track of, you now have only one device to plug into the wall. Four USB charging ports sit conveniently in front of you, ready to go.
If you hate the feeling of plugging a device in and waiting for an eternity to take it on-the-go again, you're in luck. The Sprint certainly lives up to its name—we've literally never seen a phone charge this quickly before. It's almost kind of frightening.
There are two charging stations included in this collection: Kovol's Charging Mate series consists of both a 120W and a 65W hub. No matter what your roster of devices looks like, there's a Charging Mate able to provide exactly what you're looking for.
Kovol Sprint 120W 4-Port Desktop Charger
The Kovol Sprint 120W is a four-in-one charger that is able to intelligently charge up to four devices at once, all drawing from a single AC input cable jacked directly into the wall.
It's compatible with every brand; Apple, Android, or otherwise. The Sprint supports PD 3.0, QC 3.0, and PPS charging, as well. It's able to quick-charge pretty much anything that you throw at it, negotiating the optimal output for each device that you have attached.
With the Kovol Sprint 120W desktop charger, you've got:
- 100W maximum USB-C PD output
- Simultaneous dual 60W PD output
- 2 USB-C ports
- 2 USB A Ports
The most important feature to mention: this compact charging station intelligently allocates power to each connected device for maximized charging efficiency. It actually modulates the output of each port individually, addressing the state of the devices in question, all in real-time. The Sprint diverts more power where needed, and, once it has replenished the most-depleted device, adjusts the output for the rest accordingly.
This version allows you to charge two laptops simultaneously—while the 65W Sprint charges laptops on a first-come, first-serve basis, the 120W version can accommodate even an extensive collection of demanding devices, handling everything in stride.
How fast is this thing, exactly? To give you some context, the 120W Charging Mate can charge a MacBook Pro 16" in less than two hours by way of USB-C. Alternatively, it can also provide up to 60W of power to two MacBooks via USB-C, both at the same time.
As pioneers on the cutting edge of GaN II technology, Kovol takes a lot of pride in the gallium nitride charger at the heart of this charging station. What is a GaN charger?
GaN chargers are dependable, eco-friendly, notoriously efficient, and extremely intelligent when it comes to heat distribution and energy allocation. GaN technology keeps the Sprint compact and cool to the touch, taking up much less space on your desk than traditional charging hubs and other charging solutions (Like the thrift store pile of chargers that we used to rely on).
Related: What Is a GaN Charger?
Kovol's proprietary Q-Pulse technology protects your devices. Under Q-Pulse's care, they'll be impervious to overcharge, high-temperature, and shorted circuits. A two-year manufacturer's warranty covers all Kovol products, as well, just in case.
The holidays are coming, so if you or a loved one desperately needs power distribution in a cold and unforgiving world, we've got seasonal deals to share; between November 7th and November 21st, the coupon code KVMAKEUO will knock 30% off of the sticker price. The time to act is now.
Related: How GaN Technology Is Revolutionizing USB-C Chargers
Kovol Sprint 65W 4-Port Desktop Charger
Not all of us have two different laptops to charge at once. The 65W version of this desk charger offers the same solution as the 120W model in a smaller and slightly more affordable package.
Out of the box, you'll have:
- 65W of total output
- 2 USB-C ports
- 2 USB A Ports
Kovol's site claims that this thing can take a 15.4" MacBook Pro from zero to one hundred in two hours flat. If your iPhone is dead, too, it'll take thirty minutes to fast-charge it up to 50 percent at 20W or higher, all at the same time.
Are there any other major differences between both versions? Not really; they may not be twins, but they are sisters. Aside from max output, these two really are birds of a feather.
For 10% off of the 65W Charging Mate, use the coupon code B9UNNWCW on Amazon any time between November 7th and November 21st.
Related: The Best GaN Chargers to Fast-Charge All of Your Devices
A More Efficient (and Stylish!) Power Solution
What more can we say? We're suckers for speed, efficiency, and safety. This is to say nothing of the product's appealingly minimal design—the Kovol Sprint feels right at home alongside the rest of our collection, its slick look just as streamlined as the impeccable service that it provides.
If your desk is out of control, it's time to start cutting some cables. Consider Kovol for your next splurge—at a scant $50, the 65W version of this device is an investment that any tech junkie will be able to justify. It even comes with a little "thank you" note from Kovol itself. We're smitten.
