Winter is coming, which means that power outages may become more frequent. Power banks have long been a reliable source of insurance, and for long outages, models with high capacity are especially valuable. We’ve gathered the best solutions at a good price in this selection.
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Models with a capacity of 50,000 mAh and above are designed for large families and active gadget users. Everyone has probably experienced the fact that children want to charge their tablets, parents need to charge their smartphones, and sometimes even a toothbrush in the bathroom may need power. Powerful models with a good supply of both energy and ports are the right choice for all tasks and family members.
To ensure that everyone connects their appliances and is satisfied, you should pay attention to a set of parameters:
A fairly new model on the market from the Hoco brand. It offers 60,000 mAh of power reserve, allows you to recharge laptops with a USB-C port, and will not leave smaller appliances without a charge. This is a rather large model (weighing more than 1 kg), so it has a contrasting carrying handle. Hoco J110A Powerful is equipped with an LED, so it can serve as a flashlight.
It simultaneously charges up to five gadgets (up to 65 W per connector) and notifies about its operation on a large LED display located on the upper end. It is equipped with a pair of USB-C ports supporting Power Delivery 3.0 technology, three USB-A ports (one of them supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0/3.0), and uses USB-C for its own charging.
For safe use, it supports various protection systems (overload, overcharge, and short circuit). The price for the model varies from 3,200 to 4,500 hryvnias.
Powerful, but also one of the most expensive models in the selection. ANKER 548 can be called a miniature charging station (even the batteries in this model are Li-FePO4). The manufacturer positions this power bank as an emergency power source, and no wonder. With a capacity of 60,000 mAh, this power bank allows you to charge your iPhone more than 10 times and your MacBook almost three times, while the built-in flashlight can work for 42 hours.
With a pair of USB-C ports (60W and 27W) and a pair of USB-A ports, ANKER 548 will allow you to charge your smartphone and laptop simultaneously. Quick Charge 3.0 and Power Delivery 3.0 are supported, so it won’t take long to charge.
The model is huge, weighs 2.3 kg, and the flashlight is placed in the body and can be extended as needed. Another feature of the ANKER 548 is its compatibility with a solar charger (it is compatible with models equipped with the XT-60 connector and supporting a voltage of 10 to 24 V). The price for the power is not low, as you have to be ready to pay from 9 to 11 thousand hryvnias for ANKER 548.
The Proove Powerbox is one of the newest products on the market, with a capacity of 60,000 mAh. It is a reliable solution for long and frequent power outages so that you don’t leave your gadgets without a charge.
Equipped with Type-C (1 for input and output) and USB-A (4 pcs) ports, it can charge a laptop and is perfect for powering a router. It has a built-in flashlight and display, as well as a handle for easy carrying. It is protected against short circuits and overloads, recognizes the type of connected device, and therefore regulates the power supply. The price of Proove Powerbox starts at UAH 3,799.
MAKE MPB-601 is also a new model of power bank that offers 60,000 mAh of capacity and 5 ports of different types. Equipped with two Type-C and three USB-A ports, it is suitable for charging a laptop. Although it is similar to other models in terms of handle and dimensions, it has a special feature – a built-in flashlight and a lamp that turns the power bank into a small nightlight. MAKE MPB-601 will be convenient to place on your bedside table so that you don’t forget to charge your equipment.
There is also a display on the device body that shows the operating parameters. It supports Quick Charge 3.0 and Power Delivery 3.0, and charges itself with a power of 100 W, so it will save time on replenishing energy reserves. The price varies from 4 to 5 thousand hryvnias.
It has a display that shows the remaining energy and comes with a microUSB cable. This model weighs 1.3 kg and has a low power for self-charging (18 W). It is suitable as an additional power source, as it takes a long time to restore the charge. Price Romoss PEA60 does not exceed UAH 3,000.
PowerMine-80 — is one of the most capacious power banks, which has as much as 80,000 mAh of capacity for all gadgets. It is suitable for both laptops and smartphones, and there is still enough left over for a tablet. It has a pair of USB-C ports, one of which has a power of 65 W and will help to quickly charge both other equipment and the power bank itself (it takes about 5.5 hours to fully restore the PowerMine-80’s energy).
The power bank can also be charged using the Lightning port and DC input, and solar charging is also supported. Additionally, it is equipped with an LED lamp that supports three lighting modes. The price of this model varies from 5,200 to 5,700 hryvnias.
XO PR160 is equipped with microUSB and Lightning for self-charging, has a display to indicate the charge level (in percent) and an LED flashlight. Weighs XO PR160 1.8 kg and costs between 2,000 and 3,300 hryvnias.
Hoco J94 Overlord is a 75,000 mAh model with a stylish design. Made in a plastic body, it weighs more than 1 kg and looks more compact thanks to its rectangular shape.
The power reserve of such a power bank is enough to charge a smartphone, tablet, or backup power for a router. To connect to many devices, it offers a set of ports: three USB-A, microUSB (for its own charging only) and one USB-C, which works in both directions. The device supports modern fast charging protocols (Power Delivery 3.0 and Quick Charge 3.0), and self-charging is performed with a maximum power of 18 watts.
The front panel has a display, and the manufacturer has provided a convenient carrying handle on the side. The price of the device is in the range of 2-3 thousand hryvnias.
ColorWay CW-PB600LPA5BK-PDD is equipped with a pair of LED flashlights, so it can serve as an emergency light source for 100 hours. And thanks to the support of the main fast charging protocols: Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge, Huawei Super Charge, Samsung Fast Charge, it can quickly charge various devices. Additionally, it supports an ultra-low charging mode specially designed for devices with low-power consumption (smartwatches, flashlights, or headphones). To activate the mode, you need to press the power button of the power bank twice.
The display on the front panel shows the device’s charge level to control the remaining power. It is protected against short circuits, overcharging, and overcurrent, and weighs 1.3 kg. Price ColorWay CW-PB600LPA5BK-PDD does not exceed UAH 4 thousand.
Borofone Terra BJ32 has a cool feature that other models in the selection did not have – built-in USB-C and Apple Lightning cables. Thanks to this, you don’t have to worry on the road if you forget a specific cable for charging both the power bank and other devices. In general, Borofone Terra BJ32 allows you to simultaneously charge up to 5 gadgets, with a power of up to 22.5W per port.
The high capacity of 80 thousand mAh allows it to be used both for smartphones and more demanding devices (game consoles or photographic equipment). It serves as an emergency light source (it has a built-in LED flashlight) and notifies you of the power reserve with a small informative display on the front panel. Borofone Terra BJ32 costs about 3 thousand hryvnias.