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USB-C cable comparison

Apple C Charge vs Apple Lightning

Compare charging, transfer speed, length and design.

Compared products
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Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)

Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)

  • 2 m cable for extra reach.
KSh 4,500In Stock
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Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)

Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)

  • 1 m cable for extra reach.
  • Fast charging.
KSh 4,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable is the better buy: it has a longer 2 m cable.

Cable length

Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable
2 m cable for extra reach
Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable
1 m cable for extra reach

Length

Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable
2 m
Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable
1 m

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable

  • Longer cable: 2 m (vs 1 m).

Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable

Its full specifications are in the detailed comparison below.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple USB-C to C Charge CableApple USB-C To Lightning Cable
Cable length2 m cable for extra reach1 m cable for extra reach
Length2 m1 m

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
BrandAppleApple

Cable

Cable specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Brand / ModelApple USB-C Charge Cable (2m; classic smooth design)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Cable Type / ConnectorsUSB-C to USB-C charging and data cable Connectors: USB-C ↔ USB-CUSB cable Connectors: USB-C male to Lightning male
Length2 m1 m
ColourWhite—
Design / MaterialSmooth outer covering—

Data & Display

Data & Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Data Standard / SpeedUSB 2.0 · up to 480Mbps—

Compatibility & Safety

Compatibility & Safety specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Compatibility / Usage Notes / SafetyUSB-C MacBook / MacBook Pro and compatible USB-C devicesLightning devices; syncing and charging through a compatible USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 USB-C host

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Dimensions / Weight / PackageIn the box: USB-C charge cable (2m)One 1 m USB-C to Lightning cable

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to C Charge Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Charging—Fast charging on compatible iPhone/iPad models with a suitable Apple USB-C power adapter

Similarities

  • Both cost KSh 4,500.
  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

The Apple USB-C to C Charge Cable is the better buy for almost everyone, with a longer 2 m cable.

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