This retractable 100W USB-C cable is just $12 and fits in your pocket

Ugreen has an awesomely unique USB-C cable with a twist: a retractable design that skirts whatever damage your cables might normally suffer when they’re shoved into your pockets or bags. This Ugreen Nexode cable is on sale for $12 at Amazon, down from its usual $17 and matching the lowest price it’s ever been.

The retractable design is its standout feature, with a 2.4-inch shell that acts as a protective case when fully retracted and able to extend to four preset lengths from 14 to 39 inches. It does all this without sacrificing power—it’s rated for 100 watts of throughput, meaning it’s just as capable of fast-charging as any 100W cable. It also supports data speeds up to 480 Mbps for occasional file transfers.

It’s an excellent USB-C cable for day-to-day use (fast charging) and for travelers (shell protection). It’s not the cable to get if you have an ultra-fast charger block that can reach 160W, 240W, or even 300W—you’ll need a much faster cable for that. It’s also not the right cable if you need extended lengths up to 5 or 6 feet.

The Ugreen Nexode 100W retractable USB-C cable is the kind of cord you should have at least one of. Toss it into your bag next to your power bank and go about your day. At $12, it’s a smart buy.