Iphone portable power chargers

Best power bank for iPhone in 2021

Looking for a pocket-size power bank for iPhone charging on the go? Here are some top picks.

Even though the new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro models boast some of Apple’s best battery life numbers ever, some of us still want more. Battery cases increase battery capacity but tend to make a phone extra-heavy and bulky to carry around.T hat’s why a portable battery charger or power bank is often a more practical purchase for your iPhone .

To that end, I’ve rounded up the best portable power banks and battery chargers that will add a little extra oomph to your iPhone’s battery life. Although they cost more, I personally like batteries that have a Lightning cable built into them, so I don’t have to worry about carrying around a charging cable for fast charging when I don’t have enough power. But I’ve also included some budget picks that come with a charging cable for those who want to spend as little as possible on charging their apple devices via power pack.

While we have a similar list of best power banks for Android phones, any portable battery pack here without an integrated Lightning cable will work perfectly well when charging an Android smartphone (or any other portable gadget), so long as you provide a compatible smartphone cable.

So which is the best portable charger for an iPhone? Which is the best portable power bank for a charge on the go? Let’s find out. We update this list of the best portable charger for iPhone options periodically, and we’ve anecdotally tested all of these models or their direct predecessors.

Anker magnetic wireless power bank

Anker PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless

It’s not cheap at around $50, but Anker’s PowerCore Magnetic 5K Wireless is one of the best MagSafe accessories even though it isn’t an official Apple MagSafe certified accessory. It’s a battery that magnetically adheres to the back of your iPhone 12 model or MagSafe case and wirelessly charges your phone. Alas, it doesn’t offer fast wireless charging — this wireless charger only charges at 5W, not even 7.5W (however, you can charge faster via the USB-C port with a USB-C to Lightning cable, which isn’t included). While it doesn’t offer fast charging without the additional cable, it is convenient and compact. It also adheres well.

Best cheap battery pack with built-in Lightning cable

Mophie PowerStation Plus

Mophie’s PowerStation Plus with included charging cable is a few years old and has been discontinued, which means you can find some great deals on this portable charger — just make sure you’re not buying a refurbished model. Although it doesn’t have fast-charging capabilities, it does have a fabric finish and houses a 6,040-mAh battery, as well as an integrated Lightning connector. Previously, if you bought one of the Apple-exclusive versions (it’s no longer available), the battery conveniently charged an iPhone and iPad with any Lightning cable, rather than Micro USB. The version on Amazon charges via an included Micro-USB cable. With the USB port, you can charge or recharge two devices at once, including your latest iPhone.

The larger 10,000-mAh PowerStation Plus XL is also available on Amazon, but it’s thicker. The XL can be fully charged wirelessly on a wireless charging pad while the standard PowerStation Plus doesn’t have wireless charging but comes with the necessary charging cable.

Note: Ignore Amazon’s product description that says the smaller PowerStation Plus has Qi wireless charging — it’s not a wireless Apple iPhone charger.

Good value mini fast charger

Aukey PB-N83 Mini 10,000-mAh USB-C Power Bank

Aukey bills its PB-N83 Mini 10,000 mAh USB-C Power Bank as «the smallest and lightest 10,000-mAh portable charger.» I’m not sure it qualifies as the world’s smallest, but its footprint is smaller than a credit card and provides high-speed charging. That said, it is 1.18 inches (30mm) thick and has some heft to it. Still, this ultra-compact portable charger fits easily enough in a pocket and has both an 18-watt USB Power Delivery with Type C cable port and Quick Charge 3.0 USB-A. The in-out USB-C cable port can be used as a pass-through port so you can charge the Power Bank and a device at the same time.

The PB-N83 portable charger is around $20, and is sometimes on sale for as little as $13. That’s a good price for a fast-charging 10,000-mAh PD power bank. A USB-A to USB-C cable is included for charging and owners of newer iPhone models can use the USB-C-to-Lightning cable included with the new iPhones to quick-charge their phones via the USB-C PD port on the power bank. I charged the iPhone 12 Pro to about 60% in 30 minutes.

Slim high-capacity battery

Anker PowerCore Lite 10,000 mAh

While it’s thicker than some of the Apple iPhone portable chargers in this roundup, the Anker PowerCore Slim 10,000 mAh is impressively slim for a 10,000-mAh portable phone charger. It has a USB-C input for charging your phone’s battery, but no USB-C output. No cables are included.

Best value jumbo portable battery

RavPower USB-C Power Bank 15,000 mAh

This 15,000-mAh power bank is beefier than some of the chargers on this list but it stores a lot of juice. This portable charger also offers an 18-watt USB PD for fast charging via the USB-C port and has a USB-A port along with an LED that displays battery power juice. Its list price is $44 but if you enter the code RR20 at checkout, the price drops to $28.60.

Affordable battery with built-in Lightning cable

LinearFlux Hypercharger Pro 8,000-mAh 3-in-1 Powerbank

The LinearFlux Hypercharger Pro is a good value if you’re looking for a decent-sized battery with a built-in Lightning cable. It also has an integrated microUSB cable with a USB-C adapter that you can stick on top.

This model with charging cable came out a couple of years ago, so it’s discounted at Walmart.

Battery pack with fold-out wall plug and 20W PD charging

Anker PowerCore Fusion 10,000 Portable Charger

This Anker model is basically an oversized wall charger that plugs in like a power adapter. We used and liked the older 5,000-mAh version with dual USB-A ports, which retails for $26 to $40, depending on color choice. But the new model doubles the capacity to 10,000-mAh, and adds a USB-C port. That lets you charge two devices such as your phone and a secondary connected gadget (or two phones) simultaneously. There’s also a little LED indicator on the side that lets you check the charge level at the press of a button.

Best power bank wireless portable charger with kickstand

Aukey Wireless Power Bank with 18W PD

This Aukey power bank has both wired and wireless charging options, as well as an integrated kickstand, which makes it an appealing external battery for gamers and binge-watchers. If you use the USB-C port, you can get 18 watts of charging. Go wireless and lay your phone on the charging dock battery and portable charger will wirelessly charge at 10 watts, which is where the charging speed of the iPhone currently maxes out for wireless charging. You’re paying a premium, but this fast-charging phone charger unit has a massive battery (20,000 mAh), a built-in kickstand and a digital readout listing the remaining charge. It comes with a USB-A-to-USB-C cable, but you’ll need to supply an adapter to charge it.

Fast-charging with cables and wall plug

MyCharge HubPlus Turbo 6,700 mAh

MyCharge HubPlus Turbo is the company’s latest power bank with integrated foldable wall plug and both Lightning and USB-C cables. The wall charger is called the Turbo because it has power delivery and Quick Charge 3.0 (USB-C cable) to deliver fast-charging speeds, meaning up to a 75% faster charging speed time than a standard 5-volt charger. This fast-charging wall charger has a 6,700-mAh battery.

Best eco battery pack

Nimble Champ

Nimble’s Champ portable charger uses recycled plastic in its construction. You have to pay a bit more for going green, but it is a nice, compact 10,000-mAh charger that features PD 4.0 fast-charging (18 watts) via its single USB-C port. Also, the coupon CNET25 will get you 25% off at checkout.

Nimble also sells some higher-capacity fast-charging battery packs.

Keychain emergency charger

Atom XS

The Atom XS portable charger comes in two versions: a smaller 800-mAh model and a larger 1,300-mAh model. These smart devices are designed to fit on a keychain and are about the size of an electronic car key. But be warned, they won’t fully charge your phone. The idea is to have them around for charging in case your phone dies and you need a spot of juice to get you through a few hours.

Both Atom XS models have an integrated Lightning connector and won’t weigh your phone down while charging. At around $40 for the larger 1,300-mAh fast charging output variant (the one I’d opt for), the Atom XS is a fairly expensive device and you may be disappointed that it will only charge some of the larger iPhones to about 25%. But again, this all about the convenience of having a tiny battery charger for emergency charging purposes. A model with USB-C charging is slightly cheaper at $35.

Mophie wireless magnetic power bank (Update: Unavailable)

Mophie Snap Plus Juice Pack Mini

Mophie’s magnetic power bank is similar to Anker’s but has a more refined design. Like the Anker, this portable charger isn’t an official Apple MagSafe accessory, but it magnetically adheres to the back of your iPhone 12 model or MagSafe case — yes, it sticks nicely — and is svelte for a 5,000-mAh battery. It can also be used with other phones that support wireless charging and comes with a stick-on magnet.

For wireless charging, Mophie says you’re looking at up to 7.5W for iPhones, but it felt a little more sluggish to me (more like 5W). If you need a faster charge, you can connect a USB-C to Lightning cable to bump the speed up to 12W. This has enough juice to fully charge an iPhone 12 or 12 Pro once but it’ll fall a little short of a full charge with an iPhone 12 Max Pro.

What to look for

Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for an external battery pack or power bank:

• A higher power output rating (mAh, short for milliamp hours) means more charges — but also a heavier portable charger weight.
• For the latest iPhones (everything after the iPhone 7) you should buy a battery with at least a 3,000-mAh capacity, which should give you at least one full charge for a device. With the exception of the Atom XS, all of the models featured above hit that mark.
• Multiple integrated charge cables or USB-out ports will allow you to charge more than one device at a time, such as an iPad or another iPhone.
• These best portable charger for iPhone options all use lithium-ion (li-ion) rechargeable batteries, and should thus always be stored in carry-on luggage when flying. Airlines and regulatory agencies are increasingly banning lithium-ion batteries in checked baggage.
• If you want maximum power output, opt for chargers with USB-C PD (power delivery) models, which should charge nearly every small device (smaller than a laptop), including a tablet or Nintendo Switch.

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Best portable chargers and power banks for your phone — updated September 2021

While phones get bigger and bigger batteries with every new generation, it seems like there will always be room for the power bank market. Power banks give the user freedom to travel more and further, be more flexible, and worry less about finding an AC outlet.

There are numerous different types of power banks on the market: some fit in your pocket, and others need to be carried with two hands; some charge just one phone at a time, others can power up half a dozen; some even offer extras like wireless charging or built-in cables. Of course, when choosing what type of power bank you want, it all depends on your preferences and needs. In case you’re in the market for such a useful portable charger, we have plenty of suggestions for you.

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Article summary

Best small power banks

1.Anker PowerCore 5000 Portable Charger (5000mAh)

This is a basic pocketable 5,000mAh battery bank good for 1.2 charges of an iPhone 12 Pro. Note that this power bank can charge only one device at a time with its single USB-A charging port. The power bank itself is charged with a Micro USB cable, and a full recharge takes approximately 2.5 hours, depending on your charger. The PowerCore 5000 has 3 LED lights that show the battery level.

• Weight: 136g/4.8oz
• Size: 4.2 x 1.3 x 1.3 inches / 106 x 33 x 33 mm
• Output: 2A/10W
• Colors: Black, Blue, Red, White

Anker PowerCore 5000 Portable Charger

— a basic pocketable 5,000mAh battery bank

2.Aukey PB-N83 power bank (10000mAh)

Aukey’s compact 10,000mAh power bank supports USB Power Delivery 3.0 fast charging, meaning it can bring an iPhone 11 Pro Max to 50% charge in 30 minutes. It also has Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0.

Despite the generous charge capacity, the Aukey PB-N83 has a pocketable design. It has roughly the footprint of a credit card – but is thicker, of course. The portable battery has 3 LED lights that show the battery level.

The Aukey PB-N83 has two output ports: one of them is USB-A type, the other one is a USB-C type. The USB-C port is also used for charging the power bank.

• Weight: 6.14oz / 181g
• Size: 1.06 x 2.2 x 3.17 inches / 25 x 56 x 80 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 2.4A/12W
• Colors: Black, White

Aukey PB-N83

— a compact 10,000mAh power bank with fast charging

3.Anker PowerCore+ Mini (3350mAh)

The lipstick-sized Anker PowerCore+ (3350mAh) is the smallest and lightest power bank on this list. But its small size comes with tradeoffs: it’s a bit slow with an output of 5W/1A, and it only holds enough energy to recharge an empty iPhone 12 up to about 70%. Still, the Anker PowerCore+ is a good choice for those who want the smallest portable battery worth getting.

• Weight: 2.8oz / 80g
• Size: 3.7 x 0.9 x 0.9 inches / 94 x 23 x 23 mm
• Output: 1A/5W
• Colors: Black, Pink

Anker PowerCore+ Mini (3350mAh)

— а lipstick-sized small power bank

Best average-size power banks

1.Anker PowerCore Slim 10000 PD (10000mAh)

The Anker PowerCore Slim is a 10,000mAh portable battery with USB Power Delivery support. Its USB-C port can be used to charge a compatible phone – or the power bank itself – at up to 18W. The bank needs 4.5 hours to charge fully from a charger supporting USB-PD.

The power bank has a USB-A output port as well, but it goes only up to 12W. You can charge two devices simultaneously, but only at up to 18W of combined power. The Anker PowerCore Slim can recharge an iPhone 12 or a recent Google Pixel model at least two times.

• Weight: 7.5oz / 212g
• Size: 5.86 x 2.7 x 0.6 inches / 149.5 x 68.5 x 14.5 mm
• Output: USB-C — 18W, USB-A — 12W
• Colors: Deep-Sea Indigo, Arctic White, Dark Olive, Terracotta Rose, Fossil Gray, Black

Anker PowerCore Slim 10000 PD

— a 10,000mAh portable battery with fast charging and USB-C

2.Mophie powerstation PD XL (10050mAh)

This Mophie power bank is a 10,050mAh unit that supports fast charging via USB-C Power Delivery. The USB-C port can also recharge the Mophie Powerstation rapidly at 15W with a USB-PD charger. The power bank also has a USB-A port and can charge two devices simultaneously.

The Mophie powerstation PD XL has a rubberized design for better grip. The power bank has three LED lights that indicate its battery level.

The Mophie powerstation PD XL is now at a great discount of $60 off on Amazon.

• Weight: 3.2oz / 90 grams
• Size: 2.11 x 0.87 x 4 inches / 54 x 22 x 101 mm
• Output: USB-C — 18W, USB-A — 12W
• Colors: Black

Mophie powerstation PD XL

— a 10,050mAh power bank with fast charging and USB-C

Best big power banks

1. Anker PowerCore III Elite 25600 PD with 65W PD Charger (25600mAh)

This Anker power bank has a chunky 25,600mAh battery good for 5.9 recharges of the iPhone 11. The power bank also supports fast charging and can charge up to three devices simultaneously with its two USB-A and one USB-C port.

The PowerCore III Elite comes with a 65W fast charger in the box, allowing the power bank to recharge in only 3 hours. This power bank can also charge laptops that can charge from a USB-C port like the Apple Macbook, making it very versatile and practical.

The design of the power bank is simple, with 8 LED lights that indicate its battery level. The PowerCore III Elite is also a bit heavier because of its big battery.

• Weight: 21oz / 595 grams
• Size: 7.22 x 3.24 x 0.94 inches / 183 x 82 x 24 mm
• Output: USB-C: 60W, USB-A: 12W
• Colors: Black

Anker PowerCore III Elite 25600 PD

— a 25,6000mAh power bank with fast charging, USB-C and a 65W PD Charger in the box

2.RAVPower Portable Charger 20000 PD (20000mAh)

The RAVPower Portable Charger is a 20,000mAh power bank that supports fast charging. The bank itself also supports fast charging, allowing a full recharge time of 5.4 hours.

The RAVPower power bank can charge up to three devices simultaneously with its two USB-A and one USB-C port. Note that this power bank can be recharged by either its USB-C or Micro USB port.

The RAVPower Portable Charger has an LED screen that shows its battery level and charging modes. The power bank has a matte grippy finish.

• Weight: 15.7oz / 445 grams
• Size: 6.2 x 2.9 x 0.59 inches / 157 x 74 x 15 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 12W
• Colors: Black, White

RAVPower PB-172

— a 20,000mAh power bank with fast charging and USB-C

The biggest power banks

1.Anker PowerHouse II 400, 300W/388.8Wh

This is more than just a power bank. Anker calls it a portable power station, with a 108,000mAh capacity that can charge an iPhone 11 up to 23 times. The power station is also offered in a bigger, 216,000mAh variant called the PowerHouse II 800. A 65W power adapter for recharging the power station is included.

Not only does the PowerHouse II have three USB-A ports and a USB-C port, but it also has an AC outlet and a car lighter socket. The Anker PowerHouse II can also be connected to a solar generator, making it perfect for camping or emergency situations.

The Anker PowerHouse II has a big LED screen that shows you its battery percentage, battery temperature, current input and output and an estimated time for recharging the battery. Note that the PowerHouse II’s AC outlet cannot support devices that consume over 300W, such as hair dryers or microwaves.

The design of the PowerHouse II is tough, with its 8 corners strengthened and with outdoor use in mind. It is also not too difficult to carry on with its compact design and an integrated handle.

• Weight: 162oz / 4.62kg (PowerHouse II 400)
• Size: 10 x 5.8 x 5.5 inches / 255 x 148 x 139 mm
• Output: USB-C — 60W, USB-A — 3A, AC output (300W max), DC output, Car socket
• Colors: Black

Anker PowerHouse II 400

— a portable power station with a 108,000mAh capacity and an AC outlet

Best power banks for iPhone

1.Mophie powerstation all-in-one (8000mAh)

This Mophie power bank is especially designed for the iPhone and Apple Watch. It features wireless charging and a built-in magnetic Apple Watch charging dock, with the power bank being able to charge the two Apple devices at the same time.

The Mophie powerstation all-in-one has a 8,000mAh battery, as well as a USB-A and USB-C port, with the latter supporting fast charging. The Mophie power bank can charge up to four devices simultaneously. The powerstation all-in-one has a glossy design with metallic trim.

• Weight: 3.8 oz / 109 grams
• Size: 2.83 in x 6.48 in x 0.7 inches / 72 x 165 x 18 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 12W, Qi wireless charging — 5W, Apple Watch charging dock
• Colors: Black, Gray

Mophie powerstation all-in-one

— a power bank designed for the iPhone and Apple Watch with wireless charging

2.Mophie powerstation plus XL wireless with PD (8000mAh)

This power bank is similar to the previous Mophie offering, but without the Apple Watch magnetic charging port. It has the same capacity of 8,000mAh and Qi wireless charging.

The look of the powerstation plus XL is also similar to the powerstation all-in-one, but comes in more colors. A USB-A and a USB-C port are present with the latter supporting fast charging.

This power bank has an integrated Lightning cable for Apple devices that is hidden behind a retractable back cover.

• Weight: 8 oz / 227 grams
• Size: 2.83 in x 5.89 in x 0.75 inches / 72 x 150 x 19 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 12W, Qi wireless charging — 5W, Lightning cable
• Colors: Black, Gray, Navy Blue, Light Pink

Mophie powerstation plus XL wireless with PD

— A 8,000mAh power bank for Apple devices with Lightning cable and wireless charging

Best power banks with wireless charger

1.Anker PowerCore III 10K Wireless Power Bank (10000mAh)

This Anker power bank combines a 10,000mAh capacity with Qi wireless charging. The PowerCore III also has fast charging and a USB-C port. The USB-C port is also used for recharging the Anker PowerCore III. The power bank also has a USB-A output port. The Anker PowerCore can recharge an iPhone XS or a Google Pixel at least two times.

The Anker PowerCore has four LED lights that show the battery level. Recharging the power bank takes around 4.5 hours, depending on the charger you use.

• Weight: 8.5 oz / 240 grams
• Size: 5.89 x 2.7 x 0.77 inches / 150 x 69 x 20 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 12W, Qi wireless charging: 10W
• Colors: Black

Anker PowerCore III

— a 10,000mAh power bank with wireless charging and fast charging

2.Aukey PB-WL03 (20000mAh)

This is a 20,000mAh power bank with Qi wireless charging and fast charging via USB-C. It also has a USB-A charging port. What’s interesting about the Aukey PB-WL03 is that it can turn into a phone stand with its smartphone-sized design and retractable stand. This power bank can charge up to three devices at a time.

The Aukey PB-WL03 has an LED screen that shows you its battery percentage. Its compact size allows it to fit in your pocket and makes it easy to carry. The design of the Aukey PB-WL03 has a matte finish.

• Weight: 12.5 oz / 354 grams
• Size: 6.26 x 2.59 x 0.79 inches / 159 x 66 x 20 mm
• Output: USB-C: 18W, USB-A: 12W, Qi wireless charging: 10W
• Colors: Grey

Aukey PB-WL03

— a 20,000mAh power bank with wireless charging, a stand and fast charging

Best power bank with AC outlet

RAVPower 3 in 1 Power House

The RAVPower 3 is a 20,100mAh power bank with a 80W AC outlet. The power bank has a USB-C fast charging port and a USB-A port. The RAVPower 3 in 1 can also charge USB-C laptops. The 3 in 1 Power House supports 30W fast recharging, taking only 3.1 hours for the power bank to recharge. This power bank can charge up to three devices simultaneously.

The design of the RAVPower 3 in 1 Power House is rubberized for a better grip and features five LED lights that indicate its battery level. This power bank has a fan cooling system to help its AC outlet performance, so you don’t have to worry about the power bank overheating when you plug in your AC devices. Note that the AC outlet can support up to 80W power consumption, making it suitable for most laptops, but not for things like drills or hairdryers.

• Weight: 24oz / 680 grams
• Size: 6.06 x 2.72 x 2.72 inches / 152 x 69 x 69 mm
• Output: USB-C: 30W, USB-A: 12W, AC outlet: 80W
• Colors: Black

RAVPower 3 in 1 Power House

— a 20,100mAh power bank with an AC outlet

Best power bank with car jump starter

HALO Bolt 58830 mWh

This power bank has a 58,830 mWh battery with two USB-A ports and a standard car jump starter. The HALO Bolt is capable of up to 217 jump starts of a regular car on a single charge. It also has an AC outlet and charges from an AC cable. Note that this power bank does not have a USB-C charging port or fast charging. This power bank can charge up to two mobile devices at a time.

The design of the HALO BOLT is chunky but tough with a wide range of colors to choose from. This power bank is perfect for professional drivers and camping enthusiasts that are always on the move with its big battery and versatility. Note that this power bank is a bit heavy, so it’s not the easiest one to carry.

• Weight: 44oz / 1234 grams
• Size: 7.2 x 3.8 x 1.6 inches / 183 x 96 x 41 mm
• Output: USB-A — 12W/2.4A, AC outlet, Car jump start cables
• Colors: Black Graphite, Blue Graphite, Silver Graphite, Rose Gold, Camo, Grey, Violet Paisley, Wood Grain

HALO Bolt 58830 mWh

— a power bank with a car jump starter and an AC outlet

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