As much as we might want to see every phone battery touching the 6,000 mAh mark, we know that’s not possible, so we make do with what we get. However, sometimes that’s not enough to get through a day and we need some extra juice on the go.
If you’re not planning to spend days in the woods, you don’t need a massive power bank to accompany you. Instead, you can just go with a pocketable model, many of which can pack a surprising amount of power. Let’s talk about the best options that you can get right now.
Anker Nano Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
$31.99
This power bank from Anker manages to tick all the boxes despite being incredibly compact. For instance, it’s small, but you get a 10,000 mAh cell inside. It has a USB-A and a USB-C output, making it versatile. Plus, you get up to 30W of power, a little display, and an integrated cable.
Belkin BoostCharge Plus (10,000 mAh)
$69.99
Belkin is a well-known brand in the tech space, which might be mostly why this costs so much. It’s a fantastic quality power bank though, with 10,000 mAh worth of charge, an integrated Lightning and USB-C cable (to save you from needing to pocket cables too), and up to 23W of power output.
Anker A1229 Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
$19.99
If you really can’t give a crap about all the fancy features other power banks come with and simply want something that works, this is the one. It’s a 10,000 mAh power bank with up to 12W charging. You can charge it via micro USB or USB-C, but you only get USB-A to charge your phone through.
INIU BI-B61 Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
$24.99
This power bank from INIU may be one of the very smallest on this list, but it packs a punch. You get 10,000 mAh of capacity, 22.5W of potential output, and a cute screen to see how much juice is left in it. There are two USB-A output ports and a USB-C input/output port.
Baseus PPQD3-10 Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
$35.99
I like how this power bank from Baseus looks in white (though you can get it in black). The orange accent and rounded rectangle screen make it distinctive. Beyond its looks, you get 10,000 mAh, 22.5W of output, and a Lightning and USB-C cable built in. Plus, there’s still a USB-A and USB-C port for more devices to charge.
Belkin BoostCharge Wireless (5,000 mAh)
$43.79
Magnetic wireless chargers are cool, but they aren’t native to Android phones yet. To get this functionality, a lot of Android users have magnetic-compatible cases, and if you’re one of them, this might be for you. This 5,000 mAh wireless charger can hit up to 7.5W — so not too fast, but it’s incredibly convenient. Plus, there’s a built-in kickstand. That’s cool.
Duracell Power Bank (3,350 mAh)
$21.60
You might be surprised to hear that Duracell makes power banks, but who better than the best-known battery company? You get a very small 3,350 mAh cell, so this is perfect if you never need an extra full charge but want something incredibly small. You get a micro USB port for charging the power bank and a USB-A port for your phone.
Anker A1642 Magnetic Power Bank (10,000 mAh)
$31.49
For those who really want a magnetic and wireless charging power bank, here’s another option, from the trusted Anker. This one can fit into essentially any pocket because its footprint is smaller than a phone. Yet, you still get 20W wired charging, 7.5W wireless charging, and 10,000 mAh worth of juice.
Packing Plenty Of Power In The Palm Of Your Hand
If you want to travel light but you might need extra power, you’re going to love going around with a capable power bank right in your pocket. The best part is that size doesn’t greatly compromise on capacity, with most on this list being 10,000 mAh units.
Personally, I’m a huge fan of the Anker Nano power bank, which was why it was my first choice here. However, after that, I think the Baseus model provides a nice design, a good capacity, and lets you charge up to 4 devices at once, which can be helpful to get your watch, buds, and phone juiced up at once.
