Dave Carr
Finding the right power bank can be challenging, with so many options in the current market. Anker is among the most recognized battery pack brands, and today we found a couple of deals on some of its hottest options. They are made with different users in mind, though. Keep reading to find out which is best for your needs. Buy the Anker Laptop Power Bank for $94.49 ($40.50 off) Buy the Anker 548 Power Bank for $87.99 ($62 off)
These offers are available from Amazon. The deals apply to all color versions available.
Anker Laptop Power Bank
Honestly, this is the better option for most people. The Anker Laptop Power Bank is much more portable, measuring 6.18 × 2.12 × 1.93 in and weighing in at 21 oz. And while it’s not at its record-low price of $87.99, it’s pretty close to it right now. This is still a great deal, and lower prices are still very rare.
Despite its size, it is a very capable power bank. The 25,000mAh battery is enough to charge a smartphone about 4-5 times. It is also very fast, featuring a maximum output of 165W. It has three USB-C ports that can each reach a maximum of 100W, and the single USB-A connection is still pretty fast at 33W. Of course, these are maximum outputs that can only be achieved if charging a single device. Wattage will be shared across ports as you plug in more devices simultaneously.
Dave Carr
By the way, two of these USB-C ports come with an integrated cable. One is retractable, and the other doubles as a lanyard for carrying the battery pack around. This is super convenient, and means you might not need to carry around cables to charge your devices. Or at least, not as many.
There is one concern these built-in cables bring to the table, though. Well, at least I worry about durability. When regular cables rip or get damaged, it is simple to replace them. These are built right into the battery pack, so replacing them isn’t really an option if they malfunction. That said, Anker mentions these are rated for 20,000 bends. Additionally, our co-worker Dave Carr has been testing it for some weeks and mentions that it feels very solidly built. If you need more peace of mind, the Anker Laptop Power Bank comes with an 18-month warranty.
Anker 548 Power Bank
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