Suggest a battery Bank Please.
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Will fully charge most new phones twice, and has in built USB C so no need to carry a cable about if your phone has USBC. Plus only £14 at the moment, which is great value for a good item.
Anker generally are good and also do higher capacity ones.
Nitecore are expensive but incredibly lightweight if that matters to you.
I've run a couple Anker PowerCore 10000 banks for a few years and they have been reliable. I would buy another Anker if I needed a reliable bank.
You need to ensure it has the inputs and outputs that's suitable for your needs. Mine have micro-USB inputs but now a USB-C would be more suitable.
I did pick up a cheap bank from a cheap supermarket and that failed to fully charge after a few uses and I got a full refund.
I have another cheapie that has a basic light as I find that very useful in a battery bank. It's worked fine so far but too early to recommend.
You need to ensure it has the inputs and outputs that's suitable for your needs. Mine have micro-USB inputs but now a USB-C would be more suitable.
I did pick up a cheap bank from a cheap supermarket and that failed to fully charge after a few uses and I got a full refund.
I have another cheapie that has a basic light as I find that very useful in a battery bank. It's worked fine so far but too early to recommend.
I have a number of powerbanks.
I have always preferred anker but a year or two back my wife bought one of these for a trip.
I bought one not long after as they are very good.
You can charge the powerbank via OTG, Lightning or USB-C. There are 3 outputs of USB A and one of USB-C.
If I was choosing just one to keep, this is it - I'm using it right now in fact.
A fair size though but that gives the capacity that others don't. In fact, I have another Anker that's a similar size but lower capacity and capability.
I have always preferred anker but a year or two back my wife bought one of these for a trip.
I bought one not long after as they are very good.
You can charge the powerbank via OTG, Lightning or USB-C. There are 3 outputs of USB A and one of USB-C.
If I was choosing just one to keep, this is it - I'm using it right now in fact.
A fair size though but that gives the capacity that others don't. In fact, I have another Anker that's a similar size but lower capacity and capability.
I have a couple of these - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08JTQ66K7?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1
The key for me was the faster charging rate, and to that end I purchased a higher capacity 100w cable (same brand), which means my galaxy s23 can charge from zero to full in about 85mins. This 10k mAh will do about 2 1/2 charges of the phone from zero to full, which I take when I hike as it's not too heavy. I have a fatter 20k mAh version which is more for when I travel as it's a bit too chunky for a pocket, but again this has the fast charge and will re-charge my devices multiple times. I've not had any issues with overheating or drop-off in charge rate, and haven't found that the battery bank loses it's own charge during periods of non-use, so I'm really happy with the performance.
The key for me was the faster charging rate, and to that end I purchased a higher capacity 100w cable (same brand), which means my galaxy s23 can charge from zero to full in about 85mins. This 10k mAh will do about 2 1/2 charges of the phone from zero to full, which I take when I hike as it's not too heavy. I have a fatter 20k mAh version which is more for when I travel as it's a bit too chunky for a pocket, but again this has the fast charge and will re-charge my devices multiple times. I've not had any issues with overheating or drop-off in charge rate, and haven't found that the battery bank loses it's own charge during periods of non-use, so I'm really happy with the performance.
I view them as semi disposable and with the new more efficient phone batteries ( have a Google Pixel 9) I find I'm using them less.
I've gone for a mid range Energiser 10000MAH which has been excellent and has been running away for 8 years. It now is limited as it has no USB C output but I just need to have the right cables with me
The reason I bring up going mid range is I can break it, lose it or replace it and it owes me nothing whereas the all singing sexy high featuresd/Carbon Fibre/ unobtainium ones would make me wince.
I've gone for a mid range Energiser 10000MAH which has been excellent and has been running away for 8 years. It now is limited as it has no USB C output but I just need to have the right cables with me
The reason I bring up going mid range is I can break it, lose it or replace it and it owes me nothing whereas the all singing sexy high featuresd/Carbon Fibre/ unobtainium ones would make me wince.
Another vote for Anker. I've got a couple (10,000 and 20,000mah) that I've been using for a few years without issue. The 10,000 is good for overnighters and the larger bank comes on extended trips.
If I was you, I'd probably wait until black Friday later in November as you'll doubtless see some bargains to be had online.
If I was you, I'd probably wait until black Friday later in November as you'll doubtless see some bargains to be had online.
I've tested lots. There is a vast range of prices & capabilities. Older, cheaper, models will recharge phones but very slowly.
Newer models using USB C ports and "PD" charging protocol should list their maximum power output (often 45Watt, 65Watt or 100Watt). Stupidly, power banks list their capacity in mAh (milli Amp hours) which is a measure of current, not power . It assumes 3.7V which is wildly out of date with PD charging protocol which run up to 20V.
A 45W PD power bank can fast charge a phone. A 65W PD power bank can run most laptops & tablets. A 100W PD device can run super fast charging like SuperVooc.
What devices you want to run & for how long determine the best fit. There are some caveats. 100Wh (30,000mAh) is the largest you can take on a plane in hand luggage for example.
If you let me know what you want to do with it, I'd be happy to make suggestions & maybe send discount codes
Newer models using USB C ports and "PD" charging protocol should list their maximum power output (often 45Watt, 65Watt or 100Watt). Stupidly, power banks list their capacity in mAh (milli Amp hours) which is a measure of current, not power . It assumes 3.7V which is wildly out of date with PD charging protocol which run up to 20V.
A 45W PD power bank can fast charge a phone. A 65W PD power bank can run most laptops & tablets. A 100W PD device can run super fast charging like SuperVooc.
What devices you want to run & for how long determine the best fit. There are some caveats. 100Wh (30,000mAh) is the largest you can take on a plane in hand luggage for example.
If you let me know what you want to do with it, I'd be happy to make suggestions & maybe send discount codes
I'm listening to alot of audio books whilst building back upto time on my feet - ie walking whilst keeping entertained - I want to do some l-o-n-g walks so need to build some hill time up.
So I need a bank that can recharge my smart phone for maybe a longweek end of constant use.
Many thanks
Its a Moto G75
The phone tends to sits in the top pocket of my bergen - then Blue toothed to the head phones - so its capable of being charged whilst playing.
The bluetooth head phones also need charging so that adds to the overall loading.
I have this one
Only one I've ever had but it works well, has an overcharge protector and is easily carried
Has the option of faster USB-C charging
Only one I've ever had but it works well, has an overcharge protector and is easily carried
Has the option of faster USB-C charging
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Right. Your phone has a 5,000mAh battery and can accept 30W charging. If you are using it near constantly over a long weekend let's say one and a half charges per day so 7,500mAh per day. For 4 days you would want a 30,000 mAh power bank. This is the upper end of power bank sizes. If we say one recharge a day, a 20,000mAh power bank will work. These are cheaper.
I like the INIU at the budget end & keeps you under £30
Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More at Amazon UK.
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Anker 20,000mAh (bigger brand)
Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More at Amazon UK.
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Once you step up to 30,000mAh, buy decent. I like AFERIY. You can use discount code ENGLISHCOUNTRYL on anything on their website, but apply any vouchers they offer first. They won't let you combine them so check out best deals
I like the AFERIY Nano in this space. It's too large for pocker carry but can give 100W for laptop, phone, tablet ir even router in a power cut
AFERIY Nano100 99.2Wh/31000mAh Portable Power Station | 100W Output
AFERIY Nano100 100W 99.2Wh/31000mAh is ideal for off-grid living & home emergencies. ✓ 100W, 99.2Wh/31000mAh capacity ✓ 1.09kg weight ✓ 7-year warranty ✓ Free shipping
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Hope that helps
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Another fan of the Anker 20000mah here, will charge my iPhone 16pro a few times from flat to 100%, have also used it to charge my MacBook.
Right. Your phone has a 5,000mAh battery and can accept 30W charging. If you are using it near constantly over a long weekend let's say one and a half charges per day so 7,500mAh per day. For 4 days you would want a 30,000 mAh power bank. This is the upper end of power bank sizes. If we say one recharge a day, a 20,000mAh power bank will work. These are cheaper.
I like the INIU at the budget end & keeps you under £30
Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More at Amazon UK.amzn.to
Anker 20,000mAh (bigger brand)
Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Anker Zolo Power Bank (2025 Upgraded Version), 45W Max Fast Charging, 20,000mAh Battery Pack, Dual Built-in USB-C Cables, USB-C&A Port, for iPhone 17/16 Series, Galaxy, MacBook, and More at Amazon UK.amzn.to
Once you step up to 30,000mAh, buy decent. I like AFERIY. You can use discount code ENGLISHCOUNTRYL on anything on their website, but apply any vouchers they offer first. They won't let you combine them so check out best deals
I like the AFERIY Nano in this space. It's too large for pocker carry but can give 100W for laptop, phone, tablet ir even router in a power cut
AFERIY Nano100 99.2Wh/31000mAh Portable Power Station | 100W Output
AFERIY Nano100 100W 99.2Wh/31000mAh is ideal for off-grid living & home emergencies. ✓ 100W, 99.2Wh/31000mAh capacity ✓ 1.09kg weight ✓ 7-year warranty ✓ Free shipping
Hope that helps
Many thanks Red - very much appreciated.
I also have a few Anker ones, they get a lot of use in the campervan. Even though I have USB outlets in there I don’t trust them for sensitive equipment. The largest one in the pic is 24000 mAh and will charge a laptop and does my 12.9 iPad with some to spare. There’s an Amazon shop that often has them on sale
The flat one is a PD and fast charges the phone really quickly when needed, also has a trickle mode for delicate things like the earpods in the case there.
The flat one is a PD and fast charges the phone really quickly when needed, also has a trickle mode for delicate things like the earpods in the case there.
Not exactly a battery bank.. but i have an Olight latern thing... Basically this but maybe an earlier model as mine cant be controlled with your phone. But it can charge my Iphone 4 times over. It's also a lantern lol. On low, it will last a week (without charging other stuff) I use it as my bedside light, had it couple of years. Cant fault it at all.
Olantern Classic 2 Pro Rechargeable Lantern Retro - Olight UK
The Olantern Classic 2 Pro is the latest rechargeable retro camping lantern from Olight with 360-degree light distribution and also can be used for indoor party decoration.
