10 Best Portable Chargers In 2020

Anker PowerCore portable charger packs a 10000mAh power capacity and high-speed charging technology into an incredibly small and lightweight package making it the best power banks when it comes to versatility. It's smaller than a deck of cards and weighs 6.35 ounces, but can charge a smartphone over three times and at an impressive speed. With these kinds of features, it’s no surprise that it’s the bestselling external battery pack on the market. 

Power Bank Capacity

With a 10,000mAh battery capacity, the PowerCore offers about 46 hours of battery life. You can charge an iPhone 8 almost 3.5 times or a Galaxy S8 2.5 times before you have to plug it in. The charger itself only requires 4.7 hours to recharge fully.  

Charging Speed

Equipped with smart technologies that can detect what type of device is connected, this portable charger delivers an optimum charge for any device. It puts out up to 2.4 amps ensuring a fast charging experience whether you’re charging a lightning or USB C device. 

The best thing about the RAVPower Deluxe portable charger is that it squeezes a massive 16750mAh power capacity into a slim, compact, and lightweight power bank you can carry around easily and even bring in your carryon luggage. It also allows you to charge two devices at the same time.

Power Bank Capacity

The 16750mAh portable battery pack provides enough juice to charge your cell phone several times on a single charge. It can recharge an iPhone 11 Pro Max 2.5 times, Galaxy S10 for 3.3 times, and an iPad Pro one time.  

Charging Speed

With a total current output of 4.5A and smart technology that identifies what type of device you’re charging, the RAVPower RP-PB19 portable battery pack delivers a fast charging experience. With two output ports, it can power two devices at the same time. This portable charger itself recharges in 8-10 hours via a 2A charger.

The greatest thing about the Anker PowerCore+ Mini portable charger is its portability.  Offering 3350mAh in an ultra-portable lipstick-sized power bank device and at an affordable price, it’s one of the most popular portable chargers of all time and the best external battery charger for the money.  

Power Bank Capacity

The 3350mAh power capacity makes the Mini portable charger for phone ideal for daily use when out and about. It can charge an iPhone 6S one time and bring high-power smartphones such as the Galaxy S6 and iPhone X from zero to at least 80%.

Charging Speed

Even though the PowerCore+ Mini is small, it’s not slow at charging. It uses intelligent technology to deliver charging speeds of up to 1 amp, depending on the device. The battery pack itself recharges in 3-4 hours with the included micro USB cable or a 1-amp adapter.

Equipped with the two fast-charging standards: Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 and USB C Power Delivery, this RAVPower portable charger is one of the fastest portable battery chargers. The 20000 mAh capacity is perfect for when you’re away from a power plug for extended durations and have multiple devices to charge.

Power Bank Capacity

20,000mAh is plenty of juice to charge your phone or tablet several times over on a single charge. This is equivalent to 5 iPhone 11 Charges. When using a 2A or 2.4A adapter, the power bank recharges in 5 to 6 hours. A standard 2A USB can also top it up overnight. 

Charging Speed 

The combination of QC 3.0 and 18W PD USB C ports provides super-fast charging speeds whether you’re charging a laptop, iPad, or smartphone. This top-rated external portable charger can charge an iPhone to 50% in 30 minutes. It also has an iSmart USB output and you can use all three outputs at the same time. 

With an MFI Certified Lightning cable built-in, the Jackery portable charger is the best portable charger for iPhones and iPads. It provides a super-fast charging experience and eliminates the hassle of having to carry separate cables around.  

Power Bank Capacity

The 6,000 mAh capacity is impressive for a portable charger so compact. On a single charge, it provides 2 iPhone 6/7/8 charges, 1.5 iPhone 6 Plus/7 Plus/8 charges, or 1.4 iPhone X/Xs charges. Two integrated cables and an open USB port allow you to charge three devices at the same time. It also has a pass-through so you can charge your iPhone while the battery pack itself is charging.

Charging Speed

Another advantage of having the charging cable's built-in is the fast charging performance. This together with the 2.4A output enable the Jackery Bolt phone portable charger to fully charge an iPhone 6/7/8 within 1.5 hours, an iPhone 6 Plus/7 Plus/8 Plus within 2 hours, and an iPhone X/Xs within 2.5 hours. 

The RAVPower TitanPower portable charger packs enough juice to last you 9 days off the grid. Loaded with a colossal 26800mAh battery capacity, it’s one of the most powerful external battery packs on the market. You can count on it to keep all your devices charged during long vacations or multi-day outdoor adventures. 

Power Bank Capacity

One of the reasons this is a top rated external battery charger is the massive power it provides. 26800mAh translates to almost 4 iPhone 11 Pro charges, 5.3 Galaxy S10 charges, 4.5 Note 10 charges or 2 tablet charges. On top of this, three USB ports with varying power outputs mean you can charge any device and connect up to three devices simultaneously.

Charging Speed

A noteworthy thing about this portable charging battery pack is that it has multiple 2.4A outputs allowing you to charge even a 12 inch MacBook 2015. The powerful 5.5A total current charges devices two times faster than traditional chargers. The DC 5V/2A input recharges the battery pack in 13 hours, which isn’t too long when you consider the enormous power capacity.

The GETIHU portable phone charger offers 10000mAh at an unbeatable price. Even at this inexpensive price, it has one of the best build qualities making it an excellent value for money. It also has an integrated flashlight, which can come in handy in many situations.

Power Bank Capacity 

10000mAh capacity is enough power to charge your phone several times before you have to find a power plug. It can charge the iPhone 8 3 times, the Samsung S8 2 times, and the iPad mini 1.2 times. Its 37Wh rating is also well within carry-on requirements.

Charging Speed

With a 2.4A output, the Getihu battery pack is by no means a slow charger. It even allows you to charge two devices at the same time. It also utilizes smart technology to optimize the charging efficiency for each device you connect. The 5V/2A input recharges the charger fully in about 5-8 hours.

Qualcomm QC 3.0 technology, type C USB input and output, and a 20100mAh power bank enable the RAVPower Turbo portable charger to charge devices fast and efficiently. Thanks to the quick charge capability, it’s one of the best external battery chargers for Nintendo switch.

Power Bank Capacity

This 20100mAh power bank can charge Nintendo Switch 2.5 times, iPhone 11 Pro 3.9 times, Note 10 for 3.4 times, or Galaxy S10+ 2.9 times on a single charge. You can recharge the power bank fully in just 4.5 hours using the QC 3.0 input or 10.5 hours using a 5V/2A charger.

Charging Speed

This certified QC 3.0 can quick charge a smartphone from 0 to 80% in 60 minutes. The intelligent charger can recognize the device you’re charging and deliver the optimum voltage. Furthermore, this external battery pack will allow you to charge a quick charge and a conventional device at the same time.

Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 (24W) and Anker's smart charging technologies enable the Anker PowerCore Speed portable charger to provide a high-speed charge whether you’re using it as a portable cell phone charger or charging your gaming console or camera.

Power Bank Capacity

The 10000mAh power capacity is enough for most mobile charging needs. It can recharge most phones 2 or 3 times or a high-power tablet one time. For example, you can squeeze more than 3 iPhone 7 charges or 2 Samsung S6 charges out of it.  

Charging Speed

Thanks to QC 3.0 and smart technologies, the Powercore battery charger portable charges devices exceptionally fast – up to four times faster than standard chargers. This performance has made it a top rated external battery charger, and one of the best charger portable. 

By combining a rugged build with an impressive 26800mAh capacity, the ZeroLemon WirelessJuice portable charger positions itself as the best portable charging solution for camping, travel, and emergency situations. It even comes equipped with an LED flashlight, strobe, and SOS light, and you also get a survival buckle with a flint fire starter, compass, whistle, knife, and military-grade paracord.

Power Bank Capacity 

With the 26800mAh capacity, the ZeroLemon is a high capacity power bank and can charge an iPhone 11 10 times, Nintendo Switch 7 times, and a MacBook Pro once. It has three outputs so you can charge 3 different devices simultaneously. It also supports wireless charging and is compatible with Qi-enabled wireless charging devices.

Charging Speed

Thanks to a 60W USB C power delivery input and output, the WireJuice is one of the fastest portable chargers on the market. With its 5-volt rating, it can take a MacBook Pro to 90% in 4 hours and recharge a Nintendo Switch fully in one hour.