I Tested $1500 Worth Of Battery Banks – Here's My Top 5
I Tested $1500 Worth Of Battery Banks – Here's My Top 5
The best portable battery bank for your iPhone, iPad or MacBook isn’t going to be the most popular Amazon product. I’ve tested 12+ of the most popular 10k to 20k mAh battery banks on Amazon and here are my top picks!
I’ve based my ranking on 13 criteria including price, charge speeds, efficiency, size, heat, cables and extras. You won’t find a more detailed roundup for these battery banks!
Top 5 Portable 10k-20k mAh Battery Banks:
#1 – UGreen 100W Fast Charge Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3R1gyrT
#2 – Anker Prime 20k Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3yrbu9B
#3 – Anker Nano Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/4bOB72A
#4 – INIU 65W 20k Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3VdtkG7
#5 – Anker 733 GaNPrime PowerCore 65W – https://mreh.ca/3Vg0ntk
In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:18 #5
1:47 #4
3:13 #3
4:48 #2
6:47 #1
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For those looking for the “Best Bang For Your Buck Portable Charger” for smartphones, check out the VoltMe Portable Charger 20W 20k (https://mreh.ca/4bC1n0r)
#1 UGreen 100W Fast Charge Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3R1gyrT
-The UGreen has a 20000 mAh capacity, confirmed in my tests.
-Three ports: USB-C (100W), USB-C (30W), and USB-A (22.5W).
-Recharges at 65W, just 30 mins slower than #1.
-The simple battery indicator says “more than power.” What else do I need in a power bank?
-At $90, it’s pricier than average but performs well. Not Anker Prime well but not a week’s worth of groceries.
-Downsides: It runs hotter at 55°F vs. 50°F average.
-It’s large and hefty, not pocket-friendly.
-The slick finish shows grease marks easily.
-All these seem trivial when you need a simple, powerful battery bank.
#2 Anker Prime 20k Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3yrbu9B
-Performance-wise, this blows everyone else out of the water.
-Takes in 100W and charges fully in just over an hour with a 140W charger.
-Other 20k banks? 8 hours.
-Prime has three ports: two USB-C at 100W each, and one USB-A at 65W.
-It can charge two laptops at 100W each.
-Seriously, two laptops, one battery bank.
-BUT 20,000 mAh isn’t enough for two laptops.
-It has a smart screen showing power levels, recharge time, and power draw.
-Most of this info isn’t critical, just cool to have.
-Pitfalls: Efficiency isn’t great. Anker claims 20K, I observed around 18.5K.
-It’s heavy, at 536g. The next heaviest is 480g.
-Price is $150, plus $70 for an optional charging base.
#3 Anker Nano Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/4bOB72A
-It has two ports, USB-C and A, plus a built-in USB-C cable.
-Max output wattage is 30W for USB-C, which charges phones and most iPads, and 22.5W for USB-A.
-It charges fully in about 90 mins, much faster than the average 4 hours for other 10k banks.
-Anker has placed a screen under the cover to show you power levels, unlike the usual 4 dots.
-I’m a fan of the built-in cable design because you don’t need to bring an extra cable and it feels more secure.
-No difference in charge speeds between the built-in cable and my own.
-Biggest downside: efficiency test showed around 9600 mAh instead of the 10k mAh capacity.
-Not a fan of how the back wears.
-At $70, it’s one of the pricier battery banks, but cheaper than the Top 2 and best for smartphones.
#4 INIU 65W 20k Power Bank – https://mreh.ca/3VdtkG7
-Unlike the #5 pick, it outputs 65W, great for MacBook Pro use.
-It has three ports: two USB-C, one USB-A, with clearly labeled wattages.
-Charges at 45W, full charge in 2.5 hours. Some packs take 8 hours, so this is quick.
-The front looks like it has a large screen but doesn’t.
-Soft rubber finish improves handling.
-Has a hook stand for your device during charging.
-Cons: it runs hot, clocking in at 61 degrees.
-Size and weight are its main downsides.
-At $40, it’s affordable with a 65W output, making it great for laptops.
#5 Anker 733 GaNPrime PowerCore 65W – https://mreh.ca/3Vg0ntk
-#5 for battery banks, but my summer go-to.
-The Anker 733 GaNPrime has a stated capacity of 10000 mAh, my tests show around 11000.
-It uses 4 LED lights for battery level.
-It has three ports: two USB-C (30W each) and one USB-A (22.5W).
-Runs cool, likely due to its bigger size and heatsink.
-I initially thought it outputs 65W, but it doesn’t.
-It fast charges iPhones and smaller iPads, but not larger ones.
-65W output only when plugged into a socket.
-Less to carry, always topped off, and easy to locate.
-Downside: the price is around $90, almost double the average.
-BUT you get what you pay for.
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Another fantastic review, anker does a great job, but sometimes there is some nuances that are worth paying attention against as usual
Best one is anker prime 27650 that powerbank is a beasttttt
Lol
5:18 made me subscribe. lol
I got the 25k mAH Mophie Powerstation Pro XL for a single reason: It is the only battery bank out there I have found with 3 type C ports. Have it for a year and it has worked great with my devices, even with my 16” MacBook Pro
I purchased and tested the maker 20k, I got only 2 charges for my iPhone11 pro max if I used usbc, I get close to 3 if I use usb a with a 10.amp charger. I charged from 18 percent to 98% for my tests each time.
Is everyone going to ignore the bent iPad at 1:03???🤣
The Anker 733 is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Thank you!
Lean, hard and fast info, not some 45 min blah blah blah video. THANK YOU
UGREEN as of Oct 8th 2024 is a Prime Day Deal of $54.39
U GREEN Power Bank 25000 mAh + 145w is ALL THE WAY 🤗🤗
Seems,like a add forANCOR😂😂😂😂😂 SEEN A LOT,OF,BAD REVIEWS FOR ANCHOR,DONT LAST LONG!!!!😂😂😂
ive had some bad exsperiances with Ankor, but this was a phenomenal straight to the point video, thank you
The Ugreen you reviewed has worked great for me. I actually got it by accident because I needed it quickly and the one by Anker couldn’t arrive in time. I am fully satisfied with it, though. I couldn’t believe how easy it was to charge a MacBook Pro needing a 65W input with it. Do you think power demand for laptops and phones will increase in the coming releases and years, or do you think today’s power banks will continue to perform well for the next 3-5 years?
No offense… This review is great for consumers who don’t care about power outputs, but worthless w/o actually testing the advertised mAh output. A quick visit to Amazon and reading the reviews of battery banks will enlighten everyone to the multitude of false claims on mAh output. For example, most 30000 mAh batteries are only putting out 15000 mAh. The UGreen battery also had reports of reverse power flow, creating a dangerous situation. I have yet to find a battery that actually puts out the actual advertised mAh.
I subscribed seeing the Dog 😂
Thanks you ❤
when you say dollar, do you mean American or Canadian?
Bro…. You stroking that battery bank like a pro
Monty is such a professional!
What about a wireless power bank?
#5 seems like the best.
I just wish it had more than 3 usb c slots. Even if the extra ones could only be used while plugged in
Can U do a magnetic power charger 4📱? I just hate connecting wire 2 charger up my 📱. Thank U 4 the 🕙. N Thank U 4 showing. 👍
BTW now AMNZ U GREEN is a $79.99.
The real question I have is how they do at charging low power items i have an old cygnett one it ok but it hates my headphones and turns off afterva few minutes.
Thank you!
Thanks for the information,it help a lot.
Thanks for the great informative reviews
What are you doing to that power bank bro 😭😭😭
What did you think of the Anker 737?
Ugreen 100W or INIU 100W?
6:20 It probably wasn’t fully charged. It continues to charge for 15 or 20 minutes after it shows 100%.
Anker A1383 should also be considered I think…..can you please review that
Choose Anker all the time
bro how do you know I’m about to get UGREEN one?! Your opinion here justifies my choice 🙏🏻 thanks a lot!
Have you thought about adding UK affiliate links? I’ve spent a couple of £100 thanks to you.
Hi! Do you have any opinion on the Nitecore 20,000? Thanks
Like it feels good in my hand
Maybe don’t do that next time 😂
5:19 😂 let me subscribe you with feel good in that hand
Thanks Bro
5:18 💀
Watching this video on 2x makes me feel like im on crack
Whats the strongest magnet on a power bank? Need secure strength more then all over features.
Thanks
We’re looking for the best travel power bank for long airline flights? Like 10hours+ will be watching alot of movies from our phones. Would like to charge up both of our iPhone 15s from the same bank. The smaller and lighter the better. Any top tier recommendations? Much appreciated 🙏
& keep up the great videos!
Definitely fast coverage of info.
Hello sir can i ask 1 of your power bank hehe
Excellent
I love the Prime one ❤
I have a colossal 60K mAh bank 😅
I live in California, $150 would not feed my family gor the week unfortunately