Best portable chargers, power banks and other ways to top up your tech on the go

 We’re all tied to a handful of devices with rechargeable batteries. What happens when those batteries run out before we get home?

In many cases, we panic. 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Carry a portable power bank with you to keep your devices charged and connected and stave off any anxious feelings when you’re out of the house. Let’s take a look at the best portable power banks available right now.

Best all-around power bank – Anker portable charger 313 power bank

Anker is a stellar brand that produces some of the best battery packs imaginable. They’re the ultimate cost-effective choice for chargers, cables and so much more.

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So what makes this one great? It hits the perfect point between price, power and portability. You can bring it anywhere and slip it away inside a laptop bag or purse.

One reason that this power bank is so helpful is the textured exterior. You can pick it out without it slipping out of your hands and charge an iPhone 13 at least two times (from 0%).

Anker also has a unique MultiProtect technology, which prevents overload and overcharging. You can overcharge your lithium-ion battery with inexpensive no-name power banks and force it to swell. If it swells, it becomes a fire hazard.

This model comes with advanced temperature control and a high-density polymer cell. It can be recharged hundreds of times without losing battery cell life.

Anker takes its protection further by offering $25,000 in lifetime warranty protection. By lifetime, it means the lifetime of the charger, but considering you’ll have it for years to come, it’s a lot of coverage.

Anker Portable Charger

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$21.99 on Amazon.com

Best solar power bank – Mregb 42800mAh fast charging solar power bank

Imagine driving to work, Temp Mail leaving a solar bank on your dashboard, and returning to an impressive 42800mAh of power. For context, that’s 4.28x more than the Anker model we just reviewed. It’s a lot of juice in a small package.

Mregb created a durable and rugged charger with a built-in solar panel. While the panel isn’t going to supercharge your power bank, it’s an excellent addition to reduce your carbon footprint and lower charging costs on your utility bill.

With a built-in flashlight for emergency use and Qc 3.0 fast charging, you’ll have everything you need to keep your phone nice and charged during a storm.

Mregb calls this drop-proof, and to an extent, that’s true. No device will withstand endless torture, but the exterior makes it rugged and shock-resistant.

On top of being drop-proof, the IP67 waterproofing helps repel rain and light spills. Mregb also includes its Multiprotection Safe Guarantee, which helps with overcharge protection, overcurrent protection, temperature, overvoltage, recovery protection and more.

With excellent solar panel efficiency and utility beyond comparison, this is the perfect companion for long car rides, storm preparedness, camping, and much more.

Solar Power Bank, Solar Charger

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$39.99 on Amazon.com

Best low-cost power bank – Talk Works portable charger power bank

If price is a concern, Talk Works has one of the best deals you’ll ever find for a portable power bank. Keep in mind that there are caveats. Not everything will be perfect about this charger, but it gets the point across.

On the exterior of the chassis near the three ports, you’ll see four blue LED lights. These are your charge indicators. The light isn’t very bright, so it might be challenging to see in outdoor environments.

Compare this to Anker’s power bank on the top of our list, and there’s a staggering 4000mAh difference. However, most of the time, you aren’t going to need the full power of 10000mAh for simple smartphone use.

Talk Works has a very basic slim body for this portable power bank without room for a lanyard or anything of the sort. You get access to two USB ports to let you charge two devices at the same time and one micro USB port for smaller devices.

Each output sends 2.1 amps, granting fast charging speeds. Not quite as good as Anker, but plenty for most applications.

Overall it’s a compromise, but it saves you money. These power banks usually don’t go on sale, so unless you wait for Anker prices to drop, this will be your best inexpensive option.