Is the official Apple MagSafe Charger worth $40?

Reviewer sentiment is split. r/UsbCHardware testing found the new 25W puck delivers Apple's claimed speeds on iPhone 16/17 paired with a 30W+ adapter, and r/iphone owners praise reliability and magnet strength. Critics in the same threads argue third-party Qi2.2 pucks deliver similar speeds for less, so the premium is mostly for Apple-grade build and certification.