Anker Powerbank Portable Charger Comparison (Pocket size 3350 to 6700 mAh)

Anker is a brand that designs and sells consumer electronics. Their mobile charging products such as portable chargers and wall adapters are famous and popular.

PowerIQ is an Anker’s exclusive technology, which automatically optimizes the flow of current depending on connected devices.

VoltageBoost is another Anker’s exclusive technology. A cable resistance reduces the charging speed. VoltageBoost is the technology that smoothes the voltage output and lessens the effect of cable resistance.

Thanks to these technologies, you can charge your devices at highest possible speed. Their products can also be recharged quickly by using wall chargers equipped PowerIQ and VoltageBoost. Anker has released many portable chargers. Even for pocket-sized (less than 3350 to 6700 mAh) portable chargers, there are many. Here is the post for Anker Pocket Size Portable Chargers Comparison.

PowerCore+ Mini 3350

Capacity: 3350 mAh / 12.06 Wh
Output: 5V / 1A
Input: 5V / 1A
Dimension: 3.7′ x 0.9″ x 0.9″
Weight: 3 oz
Recharging time: 4 hours with 1 A or higher output charger
Features: PowerIQ, VoltageBoost
In the box: PowerCore+ Mini, Micro USB cable, Travel pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $19.99

PowerCore+ Mini is the Anker’s smallest portable charger. The lipstick-size charger is easy to carry around in a pocket, bag, purse, etc. A color LED indicator light shows the status of the charger. When recharging, it stays Yellow. When it turns Green, it’s recharged fully. When connecting and charging mobile devices, Green means 50% to 100%, Yellow means 20% to 50%, Red means 5% to 20%, and flashing Red means less than 5%. Its 3350 mAh capacity may not be enough to charge recent smartphones from 0% to 100%. For example, it can charge only 80% of Samsung Galaxy S6. You may want to consider the charger as an emergency or backup until you will be able to access to wall outlets. Click here to see the latest price.

PowerCore 5000

Capacity: 5000 mAh / 18.5 Wh
Output: 5V / 2A
Input: 5V / 2A
Dimension: 4.25″ x 1.3″ x 1.3″
Weight: 4.7 oz
Recharging time: 2 to 3 hours using a 2 A or higher output charger
Features: PowerIQ, VoltageBoost
In the box: PowerCore 5000, Micro USB cable, Travel pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $21.99

PowerCore 5000 is a cylindrical charger. I don’t mind the 4.25″ length, but 1.3″ diameter is a little too fat for a stick-shape charger. It’s not comfortable when I put it in a front pocket of jeans. You can check the remaining charge on 3-dot led indicator. Its capacity is large enough to charge most smartphones from 0%. Although the capacity is larger than PowerCore+ Mini 3350, you can recharge PowerCore 5000 faster when using a 2 A or higher output charger. It’s suitable for those who go home every night, but not sure if a smartphone’s battery lasts until you get home. Click here to see the latest price.

PowerCore Slim 5000

Capacity: 5000 mAh / 19.25 Wh
Output: 5V / 2A
Input: 5V / 2A
Dimension: 5″ x 2.5″ x 0.4″
Weight: 4.2 oz
Recharging time: 3.5 hours using a 2 A output charger
Features: PowerIQ
In the box: PowerCore Slim 5000, Micro USB cable, Travel pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $29.99

It’s another 5000 mAh charger, but it has an entirely different design. According to Anker, this flat charger uses the same technology as iPhone’s internal batteries. The overall size is almost the same as a smartphone. And, it uses an anti-slip silicone on a rear panel. It grips your phone with no rubbing or scratching when you put together in your back pocket. It has the 3-dot LED indicator to show the remaining power of the battery. It can charge most smartphones fully. If you are looking for a 5000-mAh-charger, you can pick one between this slim and cylindrical version to your preference. Click here to see the latest price.

Astro E1 (Upgraded version 6700 mAh)

Capacity: 6700 mAh / 24.79 wh
Output: 5V / 2A
Input: 5V / 1A
Dimension: 3.8″ x 1.7″ x 0.9″
Weight: 4.4 oz
Recharging time: 5.5 hours using a 1 A output charger
Features: PowerIQ
In the box: Astro E1, Micro USB cable, Travel Pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $19.99

Astro E1 has upgraded from 5200 mAh to 6700 mAh. The previous version is no longer available to purchase. This candy size portable charger has enough to charge smartphones 1.5 to 2 times, and it may give a full charge to a tablet. The 4-dot LED indicator shows the status and the remaining of the battery. If you are looking for a 6700-mAh-charger, you may want to consider the next one shown below. Click here to see the latest price.

PowerCore II 6700

Capacity: 6700 mAh / 24.79 Wh
Output: 5V / 2A
Input: 5V / 2 A
Dimension: 3.8″ x 1.7″ x 0.9″
Weight: 5 oz
Recharging time: 3 hours using a 2 A output charger
Features: PowerIQ
In the box: PowerCore II 6700, Micro USB cable, Travel pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $25.99

PowerCore II 6700 has the same capacity as Astro E1. The design is almost identical except for the battery indicator. It has the 6-dot LED to show the battery status which can give you more detailed information than the 4-dot. As another advantage, it takes a 2 A current when recharging. As a result, PowerCore II 6700 can be recharged around two times faster than Astro E1. So, if the prices are not much different, you should choose PowerCore II 6700 over Astro E1. Click here to see the latest price.

PowerCore Fusion 5000

Capacity: 5000 mAh / 18.5 Wh
Output: 5V / 2.1 A (when plugged into AC), 5V / 3 A (when not plugged into AC)
Input: 100-240 V / 0.5 A 50-60 Hz (AC input), 5V / 2A (micro USB input)
Dimension: 2.8″ x 2.8″ x 1.2″
Weight: 6.72 oz
Recharging time: 2.5 hours using AC outlet
Features: PowerIQ, VoltageBoost
In the box: PowerCore Fusion 5000, Micro USB cable, Travel pouch, Welcome guide
Price: $29.99

PowerCore Fusion 5000 is not only a portable charger but also a wall adapter with two USB output ports. You can recharge it directly from a wall outlet by using a fold-able plug on the back. You can connect and charge your mobile devices when it’s plugged into a wall outlet. If you do so, connected devices are getting charged first, and then the Fusion starts getting charged when connected devices are at 100%. You can also recharge in the same way as portable chargers using the Micro USB input port on the front. The 3-dot LED indicator shows the remaining power of the battery. As long as the capacity of 5000-mAh is enough for you, PowerCore Fusion 5000 is the best portable charger for travelers. Click here to see the latest price.

Cool Tech Trends

new gadgets info and reviews