The most common consumer complaint about microUSB cables is that they tend to break over time. The best micro-USB cables are sturdy, and let you trasfer data and charge devices as fast as possible.

The best micro-USB cable: Anker PowerLine Micro USB (3ft) - fast, sturdy, and inexpensive,  18-month warranty, tough housing around both USB connectors

The best short micro-USB cable: Anker PowerLine Micro USB (1ft) - very useful for short work areas / desks etc

The best longer micro-USB cable: Anker PowerLine Micro USB (6ft)

The best longest micro-USB cable: Anker PowerLine Micro USB (10ft)

The best micro-USB cable multipacks: Anker PowerLine Micro USB (multipacks) - for the family's needs