In the crowded market for chargers, the best portable chargers and power banks offer sufficient charging capacity and speeds for the devices you intend to charge and convenient features like built-in cables or multi-purpose designs.   

Here, we've compiled the top portable chargers for smartphones, and separately for laptops and tablets, with a variety of options from trusted brands like Anker, Mophie, Goal Zero, and more. 

Among the best portable chargers and power banks for iPhone and Android users, our top pick is Anker's 525 PowerCore 20K power bank, which has a 20W USB-C port capable of fast charging an iPhone and a separate 18W USB port for charging another device. Our favorite budget option is the Otterbox Fast Charge 10K power bank, with its USB-C and USB-A ports and 18W charging.

Best portable chargers and power banks for iPhone and Android

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  • Staff Pick
    Best overall
    Anker 525 PowerCore 20K Power Bank
    Anker's 525 PowerCore can properly fast charge an iPhone 12 or later with its 20W charging speed. It has broad compatibility with mobile devices at large and an additional 18W USB port for charging a second device.
  • Two built-in charging cables
    Mophie Powerstation Plus 10K
    Mophie's Apple-certified Powerstation Plus has integrated Lighting and USB-C cables that deliver 20W fast charging alongside a 20W USB-C port.
  • Staff Pick
    Best budget option
    Otterbox Fast Charge 10K Power Bank
    This affordable option from Otterbox can charge devices up to 18W and features USB-C and USB-A ports. It comes with a USB-A to USB-C charger.
  • 2-in-1 wireless charging
    Satechi Duo Power Stand
    Satechi's Duo Power Stand lets you charge an iPhone up to 10W, and it can adjust to accommodate simultaneous charging of an AirPods case beneath your propped-up phone.
  • Holds up to three cards
    Mophie Snap+ Juice Pack Mini Wallet
    Compatible with any Qi-enabled device, this magnetic power bank doubles as a compact wallet that can securely attach to the back of MagSafe-enabled iPhones.
  • 3-in-1 design
    Otterbox Multi-Mount MagSafe Power Bank
    This MagSafe-enabled portable charger can integrate into an adjustable desktop stand and a car vent mount, which are included. It offers up to 15W charging.
  • A portable option for iPhone users
    Anker Nano Power Bank
    This Apple-certified miniature power bank attaches to your iPhone with a built-in, foldable Lightning connector and offers 12W charging.
  • 4-in-1 charging
    Satechi Quatro Wireless Power Bank
    This versatile option from Satechi allows you to charge up to four devices simultaneously. It has a wireless charging pad, an integrated Apple Watch charger, and USB-C and USB-A ports.

Best portable chargers and power banks for laptops and tablets

What to look for in a portable charger or power bank

There are several key factors to consider when purchasing a power bank or portable charger.

First and foremost, you'll want to ensure that a portable charger has an adequate charging capacity, measured in milliampere-hour (mAh), to correspond with the battery capacity of the devices you're looking to charge. 

The battery capacity of smartphones ranges from around 2,000 to 5,000 mAh, and a portable charger with a 10,000 mAh capacity will be sufficient to charge most phones at least twice. To properly charge a laptop or tablet, you should get a power bank with at least 20,000 mAh. 

For portability, a charger's size and weight are paramount considerations. Our recommended chargers are lightweight and compact enough to be portable, allowing you to carry the power bank to charge your phone, tablet, or laptop on the go. 

You may also want to seek a charger with additional useful features like wireless or MagSafe charging, built-in charging cables, or multiple ports to charge multiple devices simultaneously.
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