If you’ve ever run out of power at an inconvenient time, you know just how important it is to keep an extra battery pack around. Battery packs are one of the most saturated accessory markets out there and finding the best one often requires a little bit of research. We've put together this list of our favorites to help you find the perfect one to throw into your bag, no matter what your everyday carry might look like.
– Best Battery Pack Overall: Anker 737 Power Bank
– Best Upgrade Battery Pack: Anker 3-Port Power Bank with LCD Screen
– Most Portable Battery Pack: Anker 633 MagGo Magnetic Power Bank
– Best Budget Battery Pack: Belkin BoostCharge Portable Battery Bank
Best Battery Pack Overall: Anker 737 Power Bank
Anker's 737 Power Bank is our pick for the best portable battery pack overall. What we love most about this charger is the built-in rotating LCD that shows info like each port's charging status and your power bank's exact battery percentage. Not having to deal with ambiguous power indicator LEDs is a great quality of life upgrade that hopefully becomes more common as time goes on.
The 737 has a hefty 24,000 mAh battery capacity, which makes it an ideal choice for those that like to tote around multiple devices. It also supports power delivery 3.1 and it's 2 USB-C ports are capable of delivering up to 140W of power. It's also got a single USB-A port and is capable of charging up to three devices at the same time.
It's got plenty of juice whether you're charging game consoles or laptops. And for a 24,000 mAh battery, the 737 is surprisingly compact as well. Although it's slightly on the pricier end, it's a reliable portable battery pack that deserves a spot in anyone's kit.
Best High-Capacity Battery Pack: Anker 3-Port Power Bank
For users who need even more portable power, Anker’s 3-Port Power Bank is our pick for the best high-capacity battery pack. Featuring a whopping 27,650 mAh capacity, this portable powerhouse delivers more juice than even our top pick, though it’s slightly larger as a result.
A total combined 250W of power output allows you to charge up to three devices at their fastest possible speeds via two USB-C ports and a USB-A port. Oh, and it also features an LCD screen that shows helpful info like the exact wattage each port is drawing. If our top pick doesn't offer enough juice for your needs, and you don't mind a slightly bigger build and shelling out a little extra cash, try this battery pack instead.
Most Portable Battery Pack: Anker 633 MagGo Power Bank
If you want extra power without the extra weight, Anker's 633 MagGo Magnetic Power Bank is an excellent choice. Despite its 0.7-inch thick form factor, the 633 still offers a respectable 10,000 mAh capacity, giving you lots of power without the added bulk. However, its standout feature is that it can magnetically attach to the your phone and wirelessly charge your device (as long as you have a Qi-compatible device or an iPhone with MagSafe support.)
10,000 mAh might not seem like a whole lot but that's still plenty of power if you're just trying to top off a device like your phone or Steam Deck. It's even capable of propping up your device with its built-in kickstand, so you can enjoy your content hands-free too.
Unfortunately, this version of the MagGO can only charge up to 7.5W of power which is a bit slower. If you don't mind paying the premium though, there is an updated version of the MagGo with the same LCD screen as our best pick and Qi2 support that bumps up the wireless-charging speed to 15W.
Best Budget Battery Pack: Belkin BoostCharge Battery Bank
If you're on a budget and looking for a solid battery pack, we recommend Belkin's BoostCharge Portable Battery Bank. It's a reliable 20,000 mAh battery pack without all the extra bells and whistles of more expensive picks.
20,000 mAh is plenty of power to charge most devices to full and the BoostCharge can charge up to three at once. Be warned though as this battery pack's output caps at around 15W, so it's definitely not going to win any competitions in the speed department. You can usually find this battery pack around $40, which is great price for a battery of this size. If you're not bothered by the slower speeds, this battery pack will have no problem charging whatever you throw at it.
Is there a battery pack you swear by that didn’t make the list? Give us your best battery recommendation and tell us why you think it’s an essential portable power pack.
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