Aside from not all USB C cables/ports being up to spec, it's better than Micro-USB. Micro-USB is pretty crappy and the plug breaks easily. USB-C is much more solid, and can handle far more data/power. One time, I accidentally plugged USB C half way, and my phone still charged (slowly but still works). 5. But I like: Monoprice, Plugable, Caldigit, Cable Matters, Anker, Tripp-Lite. I avoid braided cables because they tend to abrade what they touch, don't slide as smoothly, and are vastly harder to clean. I tend to like plain black bundled cables, though those tend to be USB 2.0 and USB-A, and don't tend to be high-spec USB 3.1 USB-C-to-USB-C cables. If you are switching micro-usb to USB-C for an existing product, then there will also be cost on modifying the mold and/or PCB. In addition, if your product has USB-C, then you will need to put in a USB-C cable to go with it. That will be another at least $0.3 more cost. Adding up, you are seeing $1 to $2 increase in total cost for a small Like the ones included with your Switch, high-quality USB-C cables are essential to get the best results. If you need a few extra USB-C cables for your Nintendo Switch, this guide breaks down which cables you're going to want and why. Anker Thunderbolt 3 USB-C Cable. I switched to USB c device about 3yrars ago my first impression was that USB c would be more delicate then a lightning cable or even a USB A .. however USB C seems to work fine and is more durable then I expected, no issue yet. I remember some people's iPhone lightning ports getting ruined because they were careless with the phone or 2. Anker Nylon USB-C Cable. Most modern gadgets, from laptops to noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones require a USB-C to USB-C cable to charge at their maximum speed. Anker’s Nylon USB-C to USB Now it's 3 for $25. Any durable alternatives that people here like? USB-A to USB-C and USB-C to USB-C. I have had good results with AmazonBasics, Cable Matters, CableCreation, FasGear, FosPower, KabelDirekt, Mediabridge, Nekteck, Plugable, TechMatte, TrippLite and Unitek USB cables. 2. Diablo-D3. • 5 yr. ago • Edited 5 yr. ago. I tested the one I had for working data pins: it still worked fine. Lightning is based on an early rejected design for USB-C, and no matter which cable you get, they all have to follow Apple's strict guidelines. BR3dQVg.