Universal Cable vs Pkpower Usb-c Charging Cable Cord Wire for Power Banks for iWalk, Spigen PocketBoost, Iniu, RAVPower, Bonai, Anker Usb-c: which is safer?
Nomad Universal Cable is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Our pick
Nomad
Universal Cable
PFAS grade
A 100/100
Overall grade
A 92/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Braided nylon and metal connectors
Confidence
75%
PossibleNylon jacket degradation and microplastics
PossibleHeat-related polymer breakdown
Spigen
Pkpower Usb-c Charging Cable Cord Wire for Power Banks for iWalk, Spigen PocketBoost, Iniu, RAVPower, Bonai, Anker Usb-c
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
C 77/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
PVC or TPE cable sheath, copper/aluminum connectors
Confidence
72%
PossiblePVC degradation and particle shedding
PossibleBacterial or mold growth under moisture
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