If you unwrapped a new phone, tablet, or laptop this holiday season, the first thing you should do is sort out your charging situation. That means upgrading those slow, chunky wall adapters you’ve been using for the past several years. Modern GaN chargers deliver more power in a smaller footprint and charge multiple devices simultaneously. In contrast, an upgraded power bank can top off a phone or give a power-hungry laptop a huge boost on the go.
The good news is that right now you can save over 50 percent on some of our favorite power banks, wall adapters, and portable power stations. Almost every brand we trust has something on offer, including Anker, EcoFlow, Belkin, and many more. If you’re looking for an affordable, impactful everyday upgrade, this guide is a great place to start.
Anker’s aptly titled Laptop Power Bank is our best overall power bank, and it’s back down to the all-time low price we saw during Black Friday. The 25,000 mAh/90-watt-hour power bank is an excellent option if you work remotely, offering a retractable USB-C cable and a second one that doubles as a carrying handle. It delivers up to 165 watts when two devices are plugged in and features a USB-A port and an additional USB-C port, allowing you to charge a MacBook Pro, your phone, and two other devices simultaneously.
EcoFlow’s 27,650 mAh/99 Wh power bank is another great option for remote workers. It packs three USB-C ports (one 140-watt and two 65-watt), along with a two-foot-long retractable 140-watt USB-C cable, allowing you to charge four devices simultaneously. It can also deliver a maximum power output of 300 watts, making it possible to charge two 16-inch MacBook Pros from zero to 50 percent in about half an hour, with enough juice left over to charge an iPhone.
This Baseus model was already our top budget power bank, but it’s an even better value at less than $18. Like the P50 above, it has a 10,000 mAh/36 Wh capacity, which is plenty for phones and small tablets. It also features a built-in non-retractable USB-C cable that doubles as a lanyard, along with two additional ports (USB-A and USB-C), so you can charge multiple phones at once. The 22.5-watt charging speed lags behind the Iniu P50, but it’s still a fantastic pick given the price.
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The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is our best overall portable power station for camping and emergencies. It packs serious power into a manageable 53-pound frame, delivering up to 2,600 watts (3,900 peak) and 92 percent of its 2,073.6Wh capacity during our testing. We used it with a miter saw, a blender, and a space heater simultaneously, and it recharged from 0 to 80 percent in a relatively quick 81 minutes.
Anker’s Solix C300 DC is compact, comfortably stowing in a backpack during our testing. Despite its smaller size, it delivers 300 watts and a 288Wh capacity, enough to run a laptop, a portable display, and a phone all day. It boasts four USB-C and two USB-A ports, with two USB-C ports providing up to 140 watts each. As a bonus, it has a retractable lamp on top, providing a nice light source in an emergency.
Anker’s newer 3-in-1 wireless charging station supports the latest Qi 2.2 standard, delivering up to 25 watts. The main charging pad rotates 360 degrees and offers 80-degree vertical rotation, while the station’s built-in bright display shows real-time power and temperature. Speaking of which, it has built-in active cooling to keep temperatures in check so that you can charge a compatible phone, Apple Watch, and wireless earbuds all at maximum speeds without any overheating.
Anker’s Prime 250-watt GaN charger is a compact desktop hub for power users juggling multiple devices. With six ports (four USB-C and two USB-A), you can fast-charge a MacBook Pro alongside phones, tablets, and other accessories without throttling. Meanwhile, a 2-inch LCD and smart dial show real-time power levels and let you cycle through a handful of charging modes, including an AI mode that automatically adjusts power distribution based on which devices are connected.
Apple’s 35-watt dual USB-C adapter is a small but capable option. The foldable prongs and compact design make it easy to slip into a travel pouch or hide behind a bedside table, while two ports let you power a MacBook Air and an iPhone simultaneously. Unlike other wall adapters on this list, Apple’s charger doesn’t come with a USB-C cable; however, if you prefer to keep your kit consistent with Apple gadgets, this is a clean, reliable brick that helps cut down on cable clutter.
Brandon Russell is a freelance writer covering gear and technology. He started his journey as a news writer at a small newspaper and later began reviewing smartphones, movies, and video games. In his free time, he enjoys the slower, more intentional experience of using a 35mm film camera and making short videos about movies he grew up watching.
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