USB-C charging

USB-C charging is widely praised as a key quality-of-life improvement over prior generations and is consistently present across reviews.

Reviews strongly approve of USB-C charging for the detachable speakers because it offers a more practical backup than redocking alone.

USB-C charging is standard and convenient, with common notes that it can also provide power out to other devices. Some mention taking care to dry the USB-C port before charging after water exposure.

USB-C charging is broadly praised as convenient and modern, with some reviews noting the lack of an included high-wattage adapter as a small annoyance.

USB-C charging is consistently confirmed and treated as a modern convenience. Ports are typically behind a rubber cover that must be sealed for water resistance.

USB-C charging is standard and convenient, but it is used for charging only rather than audio input.

Charging is via USB-C and a cable is typically included, with the port dedicated to charging rather than audio input.

USB-C charging is explicitly mentioned for recharging the speaker.

USB-C is the single physical port used for charging, wired playback, and power output to other devices. Several sources note a USB-C cable is not included in the box.

USB-C was one of the clear upgrades, replacing micro USB and appearing consistently across reviews.

USB-C charging is consistently supported, with USB-C-to-USB-C cables, fast charging, and a port that can also power external devices.

USB-C is repeatedly confirmed for charging and reverse charging. Reviews mention USB-C cables, ports, charging, power-bank use, and protected charging flaps, though one reviewer notes wall-plug compatibility may depend on what charger the buyer has.

USB-C charging is a welcome convenience, and some reviews highlight fast charging and the usefulness of the USB-C connection in daily use.

USB-C charging is standard and generally praised for convenience, though it is used for power rather than digital audio input.

USB-C charging is clearly supported across reviews, though the port is generally described as charging-only rather than a wired audio or power-output port.

USB-C charging is standard and convenient, often paired with a USB-C to USB-C cable in the box, making it easy to charge from modern adapters and power banks.

USB-C is the standard charging method and is treated as expected for the category; some reminders note you may need to let the port dry before charging after water exposure.

USB-C charging works alongside the included dock and also serves as the port for accessories like line-in adapters.

USB-C charging is standard; several reviewers liked the modern port but noted the included cable is often USB-A to USB-C rather than USB-C to USB-C.

USB-C is used for charging the speaker and for emergency reverse charging, but not for wired audio input.

USB-C is the standard charging method and is consistently highlighted as the primary port. It is also tied to reverse charging in some coverage.

USB-C charging is directly supported, though the same evidence also makes clear the port is used for charging rather than wired audio.

USB-C charging is standard and consistently noted. Some reviews point out the charging cable may not be included, and one mentions needing to let the port dry after wet use.

USB-C charging is absent. Reviews explicitly said the Katch G2 uses a barrel-style charger instead.