Budi DC225CL4 is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 1,400, carrying four working connector combinations inside a single 1-metre lead. The Budi DC225CL4 pairs two inputs, USB-A and USB-C, with two outputs, Lightning and USB-C. Running Type-C to Type-C, the Budi DC225CL4 carries 65W Power Delivery, which covers most USB-C laptops. Type-C to Lightning carries 20W PD for iPhones and iPads. Both USB-A routes carry 12W. Every unit is brand new and sealed, wrapped in nylon braid over an aluminium alloy housing, and available today at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Sales teams, field engineers, university students, and journalists in Kenya rarely carry matching hardware. A Samsung phone, an iPhone, an iPad, and a USB-C laptop between them means three or four separate leads in one bag. Cables get lost in matatus, left in boardrooms, and borrowed by colleagues who forget to return them. The Budi DC225CL4 collapses that pile into one lead with a switchable head. Photographers moving between Karen shoots and Westlands edits, and NGO staff working out of Marsabit and Turkana field offices, carry one cable instead of four and stop hunting for the right end.
Most 4-in-1 cables sold across Nairobi CBD cap out at 20W or 27W on the USB-C route, which means they charge phones but stall on laptops. The Budi DC225CL4 holds 65W on Type-C to Type-C, so a MacBook Air or a Dell XPS pulls a real charge from it. Customers across Nairobi report that the braided sleeve and metal housing survive being coiled into a laptop bag daily, where moulded plastic joints usually split first. Walk into Mascom International on Kimathi Street to handle the Budi DC225CL4 before you buy, or order it for countrywide pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Budi DC225CL4
Can the Budi DC225CL4 actually charge a laptop?
Yes, over the Type-C to Type-C route at up to 65W Power Delivery. That covers a MacBook Air, most Dell XPS and Latitude models, HP EliteBook and ProBook units, and Lenovo ThinkPads that charge over USB-C. You still need a 65W USB-C wall adapter, since a cable only carries what the adapter supplies. Larger 90W and 100W gaming laptops draw more than this cable is rated for and should stay on their original barrel adapters.
Does the Budi DC225CL4 charge iPhones and Android phones from the same cable?
It does. The cable carries two output heads, Lightning and USB-C. Lightning covers iPhone 14 and earlier plus most iPads. USB-C covers iPhone 15 onward, every current Samsung Galaxy, Tecno, Infinix, Xiaomi, and Oppo handset, plus earbuds and smartwatches that charge over USB-C. One household with an iPhone user and a Samsung user needs a single Budi DC225CL4 rather than two separate cables.
How fast does it charge an iPhone?
The Type-C to Lightning route runs at 20W Power Delivery, which is the full fast-charge speed Apple supports on iPhone 12 through iPhone 14. That takes a drained iPhone to roughly 50 percent in about 30 minutes when paired with a 20W or higher USB-C adapter. The USB-A to Lightning route is slower at 12W, closer to standard charging speed, and is there for older wall plugs and car chargers that only have a USB-A socket.
Why does a braided cable cost more than a plain one?
Nylon braid over an aluminium alloy shell resists the two failures that kill cheap cables in Kenya: the wire fraying where it meets the connector, and the plastic housing cracking after months of coiling. Plain PVC cables sold at KSh 300 to KSh 500 typically fail within three to six months of daily matatu commutes and boda boda bag jostling. Buyers throughout Kenya tell us the braided build outlasts several cheap replacements.
Does the Budi DC225CL4 transfer files as well as charge?
Yes. Budi sells this as a charge and sync cable, so it carries data between a phone or tablet and a computer, not just power. That covers moving photos off a phone, backing up an iPhone to a laptop, and pulling video files across before an edit.
Is one 4-in-1 cable really cheaper than buying separate cables?
At KSh 1,400 the Budi DC225CL4 replaces four leads. Bought separately in Nairobi CBD, a 65W USB-C to USB-C cable runs KSh 900 to KSh 1,500, a 20W USB-C to Lightning cable KSh 800 to KSh 1,400, and two basic USB-A cables another KSh 600. That is KSh 2,300 at the low end for the same four connections, before you account for the bag space four cables occupy.
Will fast charging damage my phone battery?
No. Power Delivery is a negotiated standard, not a fixed push. Your phone and the charger agree on how much power flows, and the phone's own controller cuts the rate as the battery fills and as heat rises. A 65W-rated cable does not force 65W into a phone that only accepts 20W. The cable simply stops being the limit. Kenyan heat during Mombasa and Kisumu afternoons is handled by the phone, not the cable.
Does the Budi DC225CL4 need a special charger to reach 65W?
It needs a USB-C wall adapter rated at 65W or higher that supports Power Delivery. A 20W iPhone adapter plugged into this cable still only produces 20W, because the adapter sets the ceiling. Mascom International stocks 65W GaN adapters separately for customers pairing this cable with a laptop. If you already own a USB-C laptop charger, that adapter usually works fine with the Budi DC225CL4.
Who should skip this cable?
Anyone charging a single device from a single wall socket at home is better served by that device's original cable. This lead is built for people carrying mixed hardware: consultants moving between client sites in Upper Hill, students at Strathmore and USIU switching between a phone and a laptop in the library, and drivers who want one cable that handles every passenger's phone. Single-device users pay for connectors they will not use.
Technical Specifications
Charging Output and Power Delivery
- Type-C to Type-C output reaches 65W Power Delivery, covering most USB-C laptops, tablets, and fast-charging Android handsets.
- Type-C to Lightning output reaches 20W Power Delivery, matching the full fast-charge speed Apple supports on compatible iPhones.
- USB-A to Lightning output carries 12W, suited to older wall plugs, car sockets, and desktop USB ports.
- USB-A to Type-C output carries 12W, enough for overnight phone charging and topping up earbuds or a smartwatch.
- Power Delivery negotiation means each connected device draws only the wattage its own controller requests, never more.
- Actual charging speed depends on the wall adapter used, since the adapter sets the wattage ceiling for the whole chain.
Connector Layout and 4-in-1 Design
- Two input heads, USB-A and USB-C, let the cable plug into old and current wall adapters without a converter.
- Two output heads, Lightning and USB-C, cover Apple and Android devices from the same single lead.
- Four working combinations replace four separate cables, cutting what you carry in a laptop bag or handbag.
- Unused connector heads clip back against the cable body, so nothing dangles loose while one route is in use.
- Head switching takes seconds and needs no tools, adapters, or additional dongles bought separately.
- Single-cable design removes the guesswork of pulling the wrong lead out of a bag during a meeting.
Device Compatibility Across Brands
- Lightning output fits iPhone 5 through iPhone 14, iPad models with Lightning ports, and older AirPods cases.
- USB-C output fits iPhone 15 and later, all current Samsung Galaxy S and A series handsets, and Galaxy Tab tablets.
- Works with Tecno, Infinix, itel, Xiaomi, Redmi, Oppo, Vivo, and OnePlus phones sold across Kenyan retail.
- Charges USB-C laptops including MacBook Air, Dell XPS and Latitude, HP EliteBook and ProBook, and Lenovo ThinkPad.
- Tops up USB-C accessories such as JBL speakers, UGREEN earbuds, smartwatches, power banks, and portable Wi-Fi routers.
- Not rated for laptops requiring 90W or above, which should stay on their original higher-wattage adapters.
Build Quality and Daily Durability
- Nylon braided sleeve resists fraying at the stress points where cheap PVC cables split within months of use.
- Aluminium alloy connector housings hold their shape under repeated bending, coiling, and pressure inside a packed bag.
- Braided outer layer stays tangle-free when coiled, so the cable does not knot in a backpack pocket.
- Copper conductors of high purity keep resistance low, which limits heat build-up during sustained 65W laptop charging.
- Metal shell shields the connectors against interference that can interrupt data transfer mid-transfer on unshielded cables.
- Black finish hides the dust and grime that Nairobi commutes deposit on light-coloured cables within weeks.
Data Transfer and Sync Capability
- Carries data as well as power, so the same lead backs up a phone to a computer.
- Moves photos and video off a handset to a laptop without needing a separate dedicated sync cable.
- Supports iPhone and iPad backup to macOS and Windows machines over the Lightning and USB-C routes.
- Handles Android file transfer between phone storage and a laptop for content creators clearing footage between shoots.
- Sync works on every one of the four connector combinations, not only on the Type-C to Type-C route.
- Data speeds depend on the ports at both ends, since the slower port always sets the transfer rate.
Cable Length and Everyday Portability
- One metre of length reaches from a wall socket to a desk without excess cable pooling on the floor.
- Short enough to use comfortably while holding a phone in a car, matatu, or airport waiting lounge.
- Coils small enough to sit in a shirt pocket, laptop sleeve, or handbag side compartment.
- Weight stays low despite the metal housings, so it adds almost nothing to a daily carry bag.
- Length suits desktop, bedside, and vehicle charging; longer runs need a separate 2-metre cable stocked at Mascom International.
- Black colourway is the only finish stocked for this model at our Nairobi CBD store.
Package Contents
- Budi DC225CL4 4-in-1 charging and sync cable, 1 metre, black
- Budi retail packaging with connector reference markings
- 6-month Mascom International warranty card
Note:Wall adapters are not included with this cable. Mascom International stocks 20W, 45W, and 65W USB-C Power Delivery adapters separately, and our counter staff will match an adapter to the devices you plan to charge before you leave the store.
Warranty
The Budi DC225CL4 carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects, covering connector failure, internal wire breakage, and charging faults under normal use. Physical damage from cuts, crushing, or liquid exposure falls outside the cover. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles claims directly, and a faulty unit within the period is swapped over the counter.
Where to Buy the Budi DC225CL4 in Kenya
The Budi DC225CL4 is available now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the cable against your own phone and laptop before paying. Stocked colour: Black.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International sends the Budi DC225CL4 to all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the cable reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Kakamega, Kisii, and every other major town receive next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 6-month warranty above, with claims handled at our Kimathi Street counter.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate product specifications, current market pricing, and after-sales backing on every cable and charger we stock.
