I ordered this cable, as mine was all but falling apart, and I've been strapped for cash, so a $20 cable at Apple was out of the question. When I got it, the packaging was cheap and torn, and the cable doesn't seem very sturdy. However, it does work for charging, so 3 stars.NOTE: If you have the Otterbox Defender DO NOT get this cord, it won't fit into the slot in the bottom. The fixture is too wide.