Customer Reviews and Ratings

2.0 out of 5 stars

Based on 186 reviews

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Worst Plug In-DO NOT BUY

    • Written by from woodbury

    This is the worst plug in. I slightly move my computer and the whole thing comes unplugged. I just read a review where somebody stated that this charger controls them, and I completely agree. I have to constantly worry about the charger staying in. I had an old macbook 13 in., and that charger/magnet was great!!! It would stay plugged in when it need to, but unplugged if I tripped on it or something. DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    MagSafe 2 Adapter stopped working suddenly

    • Written by from Lowell

    I have MBP Retina display (1-month old) and today I observed that its MagSafe 2 Power adapter stopped working suddenly. No orange/green lights. Tried changing power outlets but still no success. Luckily I had bought a spare one too. So currently using it for charging. But its really disappointing that within 1 month power adapter would die. Not a good sign Apple.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Horrible.

    • Written by

    Just purchased a retina macbook and this is the only thing i cannot stand! I suppose it would work ok if the macbook is permanently sitting on a table. Every time i move the macbook it falls out, It is the weakest adapter i have come across. I had the L shaped one on my old macbook and had zero issues with it!

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Great idea :)

    • Written by from Perth

    The magnet has its moments where it could be a little stronger. But ever since i have crossed over from PC to Apple. This charger is awesome. I was notorious for destroying the old PC charging cables as they were either accidentally pulled on or even worse if someone tripped over the cable, the entire PC (laptop) came with the cable. This magsafe 2 power adaptor for my Macbook pro Retina, stops this from happening.

  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    another split cable

    • Written by from London

    Apple why can't you make charger cables that don't split? I bought a 15" Retina MBP five months ago and already the cable is split. This happened with the last MacBook Pro too. C'mon!!

  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    I think I've found a solution [to the MagSafe 2 falling out]...

    • Written by from Kingston Upon Thames

    1 of 2 people found this useful

    I bought a MagSafe Power Adaptor and use a MagSafe->MagSafe 2 adaptor. It's not perfect, but sure works a heck of a lot better.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Horrible

    • Written by from Austin

    1 of 2 people found this useful

    This is my 2nd macbook pro and by far this is the worst adapter. I had my old adapter on my 09 mbp and the adapter worked perfectly for 4 years. But I this adapter is awful. After having the computer for only a year the cord is frayed and the magnet is week. I am hoping that there is a recal or something on these so i can get a new one.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Brutal.

    • Written by from New Westminster

    1 of 2 people found this useful

    Trying to charge my new 15" retina display all day and it's still at 50%. Why? Because the charger keeps popping out and I don't notice. It doesn't even sit in the spot. The magnet is so week it starts slipping off as soon as you try to attach it. Ridiculous. If I could rate no stars I would.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    cheap

    • Written by from rockville

    1 of 1 people found this useful

    Like other recent apple chargers this one wears very quickly. I haven't had it for a year (as the computer and thus charger hasn't been around too long) and it's already wearing down. Some of the wires on the inside are now exposed and I'm afraid that I'll have to buy a new one soon. Another problem is that apple prices their chargers so high. There is no way the charger should be priced at 80$.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    hate

    • Written by from denver

    1 of 1 people found this useful

    can't tell you how horrible this charger is. it just won't stay connected to the computer. isn't magnetic enough. set it down on the bed, the charger pops off.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    L Shaped charger doesnt last!

    • Written by from North palm beach

    2 of 2 people found this useful

    Im in a family of apple all mac book pros. the t shape lasts, and l made it two years, of very gentle handling and it already has a short right where the wire connects to the L. I wish some one would come out with a charger that would last and take a beating like the product its self, you think 2 grand would give you quality. especially for an $80 piece that is just semi essential.

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Does what it's supposed to do.

    • Written by from Altbach

    0 of 1 people found this useful

    I don't quite understand all the complaining. I mean, yes, the connector unplugs easily, and maybe the build quality has been better in my iPod USB Power Adapter some years ago... but the design is fine, the unit is silent, and yes, you can carry your computer around without worrying that it may disconnect.
    Except, well, except you trip over it. Of course.
    I like everything about the charger.

    Was this useful? Does what it's supposed to do.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Love it.

    • Written by from Woodbridge

    0 of 1 people found this useful

    The magnet is strong enough it never falls out but connects and disconnect easily. It also charges my Mac book very fast.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Needs a new design.

    • Written by from Shamokin Dam

    6 of 7 people found this useful

    I have had 3 chargers like this one now and all have broken from the little wire that goes into the box part of the charger. Being that Apple is one of the most expensive and top producers for gadgets to get online you think they would make a better quality charger where the wire is more sturdy and holds up longer. I am very disappointed at the fact that this is the third charger I have bought and it keeps breaking in the same spot. I am very unhappy with it and the price to get a new one is absolutely ridiculous when I know that it will happen again. Either one make the tiny cord as durable as the thicker cord on the other end of the charger or make this charger cheaper because this is ridiculous that no matter what this faulty charger is going to keep breaking and I will have to get a new one at the high price of $80.

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Works Great!

    • Written by from Hilton

    7 of 10 people found this useful

    I don't understand what folks are talking about regarding the magnet being too weak. Mine stays put quite perfectly and requires a pretty significant sideways twist to dislodge. Are people running down the street with these things? I am regularly on my MBP Pro Retina 15" with this charger in place up to 13 hours a day on my electrical engineering job. I've NEVER had the MagSafe dislodge unintentionally. The cables are also long enough to handle every situation I've encountered. Excellent product.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Horrible

    • Written by from Smyrna

    7 of 7 people found this useful

    I love my macbook, but absolutely HATE this new magsafe adapter. It constantly pops out whenever the laptop is moved and it sticks out way too far. The older generation one was perfect. Hopefully they move back to the older generation one next year.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    NOT GOOD.

    • Written by from luton

    4 of 5 people found this useful

    This charger gets extremely hot and the cable is very weak. Not a good design at all had to buy another one. I hope apple refund my money on the product.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Magnet is too weak

    • Written by from Austin

    5 of 6 people found this useful

    I much prefer the older MagSafe power cord. The one that came with my new MBPr pops out far too easily. I regularly find my battery almost depleted because the cord came out without my knowing.

  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Loose connector, cable frays

    • Written by from Dundee

    The new MagSafe makes a much looser connection and is easily bumped out if you're not using it on a desk, or move your laptop around at all. More concerning though is that within 6 months it has frayed dangerously at the brick-end. Very poor.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    NOT HAPPY JAN!

    • Written by from TYABB

    0 of 3 people found this useful

    I've had my MBP exactly 24 hours and in that time, I've accidentally tripped over the charger cord over ten times, causing it to fall out. As I paid over $3000 AUD, I expected that it would at least, stay connected!