2 degree portable power bank

What features should you consider when buying a portable power bank?

Pass-through charging is another feature to consider; with it, you can charge your device and a portable power bank simultaneously. That's convenient if both your phone and backup battery are running on empty.

What is the best portable power bank?

If you need to charge larger devices, go with a power bank with greater capacity, like the BioLite Charge Max 100. The Skullcandy Fat Stash 2 ($40) almost beat out the Goal Zero Flip 24 for the Most Portable Power Bank until we realized that this little box packs quite a punch.

Do I need a power bank?

If you are charging a small smartphone, a simple power bank will suffice. If you plan on charging a laptop occasionally as well, or many devices at once, you'll want a power bank with more power and more features.

How much does a power bank cost?

For this range of power banks, you can pay anywhere from $20 to $160. Power banks with a capacity rating of 20,000 mAh or larger are the most versatile of the group. They offer the greatest array of inputs and outputs as they are designed to charge multiple devices at once or charge a single device multiple times.

Does a power bank have pass-through charging?

If a power bank has “pass-through charging,” it is able to take in and distribute power at the same time. Pass-through equipped power banks can charge devices while plugged into a wall charger — a handy feature when you’re in a hurry.

What size power Bank do I Need?

If you plan to charge larger devices like a tablet or laptop, we recommend sizing up to the 20,000+ mAh range. These products typically weigh 1-2 pounds and are still compact enough for hiking, traveling, etc. On this list, the BioLite Charge 100 Max is our top choice for these situations. Can I bring a power bank on an airplane?