Nker Essential Portable Power Bank with USB-C

Brand: Anker

Rating: ★

Category: Cell Phones & Accessories > Accessories > Chargers & Power Adapters > Portable Power Banks

ASIN: B0CXDXP8VR

Reviewer: Angelskky
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Loving this portable charger for the past nine months! I don’t leave home without it.
Review: I have been a proud owner of my Anker portable charger for nine months. It mainly lives in my EDC bag, but has also gotten used in the home when my youngest child is using her phone but not near an electrical outlet and her battery is low. It came in handy for my teen who needed to have a backup charging source with her for computer-based standardized testing. I feel good knowing that if there’s a power outage, I have a reliable charger for my Android phone, MacBook, and Bose headphones (when in trickle charge mode for low current devices). And, when we go out of town…this charger ALWAYS tags along.I love the built-in charging cable—that’s a gold feature in itself. I have a few other chargers, but this is my primary for that reason. If something were to happen to it, I would purchase it again. It recharges quickly with my 45W charging block using either the built-in cable or a separate USB-C cable. I am considering buying both of my children one for Christmas this year to replace their Anker chargers (that don’t have a built-in cable nor provide as many charges).What’s not to love? It’s compatible with my devices, provides me with multiple charges, it’s reliable, and I love the Anker quality.Update (2/12/26): I bought the violet Anker for one of my daughters for Christmas (see photo). I also purchased a case for mine recently (purchased on Amazon and reviewed separately; it offers nice protection, but it’s hard to catch in stock).https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGFRD1JB?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Bulky, Hefty, but Perfect in All Other Regards
Review: This thing has been my buddy for when I travel. I regret if I don’t bring it. If it’s just for my phone, it will last me multiple days until it needs to be recharged.I’ve been able to help myself and my friends out whenever we have a low battery, and with how fast it charges, you rarely have to wait long. Even in bed, I won’t have to hold onto it for long before it gets me at a stable battery level to doomscroll into the night.Only cons are the weight and size, but it’s reliable and does its job perfectly otherwise. Just small enough to fit into a pocket, but it’s bulky and heavy. Maybe doable behind an inner hoodie pocket, but most easily accessible and hidden from a backpack or handheld bag.
Reviewer: M P
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fantastic!
Review: Outstanding product! I like the minimalist U.I. – just one button to push to turn the screen on, & a double click to put it in/out of the trickle charge mode (which you’d never need to do if you just use the USB-C port/cord to charge lower power devices like headphones). It charges my phones as fast as any high quality wall charger, & can charge my phone a solid 3 times before it’s needing a recharge itself! I like that there’s a built in cord, & especially LOVE that the cord can be tucked securely into the side of the power bank! So many other power banks use their built in cords as a “lanyard” which I really just don’t think is a wise idea. Not only is it more stress carrying it around by that cable, but I also don’t want a idiotic lanyard hanging off the side & getting snagged on things when taking it in/out of cases, drawers, bags, etc… When I came across this model, it’s neatly tucked away cable is what sold me! Couldn’t ask for a more perfect power bank!This might not be for you if you want slim & light for pocket carrying as it’s a bit heavy. But if you aren’t planning to carry this in your pants pocket, the weight it not an issue at all.
Reviewer: Miki
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great for travel!
Review: Worked great during a seven hour layover between long flights. I was able to charge all of my devices (iPad, phone, headphones, kindle) quickly and the power bank didn’t even need a recharge before my return flight. The built in cable made charging easy.
Reviewer: BeccaM
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very capable portable charger, with the usual Anker quality
Review: During recent travel, I ran into a problem after some airport delays: While my tablet was fine, my phone’s charge (from which I was streaming music) began dropping alarmingly low and I didn’t have a ready means to recharge. Well, I decided to address that problem during a recent Prime sale.For me, the prime factors included having a lot of available power, and 20k mAh is near the top of what’s allowed in the US by the TSA, but well within the limits (it’s 72 Wh) for a powerbank, and as is usually helpful if not required, this number is printed (albeit in very small type) on the backside of this Anker powerbank. Side note: As I write this review, powerbanks are limited to 100 Wh max and must be carried in one’s carry-on or personal item (such as shoulder bag); these are not to be in checked bags.Capable of delivering 87W total to multiple devices, this powerbank has the usual Anker quality: Sturdy case, clean design, and about as slim and compact as a 20k mAh powerbank can aspire to be. That is to say though, it’s a little bit on the heavy side, so this is something you’ll want to carry in a bag and not, say, try to tuck into your back pocket. (Although technically, it’s small enough for that…it just won’t be comfortable and could fall out, I suppose.)The controls are simple: One button to turn it on, at which point you can see the percentage of power remaining. The LED display is clear and bright, and I can even read it without my progressive glasses. As with most Anker products of this type, it has iQ ports, one with USB-C and the other USB-A. It also comes with an included attached short USB-C cable that neatly tucks into a channel around the bottom and side of the unit. It’s worth noting that only the two USB-C ports can be used for charging the power bank. The USB-A one is output-only. Just something to keep in mind.In terms of durability, I guess I’ll find that out over time, but I’m pretty confident it’ll hold up. I have some very old Anker powerbanks that I keep in my Power Outage 5-gal bucket and despite leaving them in there charged up, they still work fine.I would buy this again, although it was nice being able to get it on a Prime day sale price. I do now just keep it in my shoulder bag and have that peace of mind that I needn’t worry about either my phone or tablet running out of juice when I need them the most. For travel, I figure the only other thing I’d do is add another short USB-C cable to my bag and be good to go.
Reviewer: AdhamObada
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excellent
Reviewer: Kirsty Huntley
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I’ve owned a lot of power banks over the years, but they all had the same problem: they were useless if I forgot to bring the right cable. This Anker 20,000mAh power bank completely solves that. The built-in USB-C cable is an absolute game-changer. It tucks away neatly into the side of the unit, and it means I can just grab the power bank and go, knowing I have everything I need to charge my phone.The capacity is massive. 20,000mAh is enough to charge my phone (a Samsung Galaxy) at least three to four times from empty, with some juice still left over. It’s perfect for a long weekend away, a festival, or just for those busy days when I’m away from a wall socket for a long time. It also charges my tablet and headphones without any issues.Beyond the built-in cable, it’s also got a standard USB-C port (which works as both an input to charge the power bank and an output) and a USB-A port, so you still have the flexibility to charge older devices or help out a friend who has a different type of phone. The charging speed from the built-in cable is great, supporting fast charging for my phone.In terms of design, it’s about what you’d expect for a high-capacity bank – it’s got some heft to it, but it’s slim enough to slide into a backpack or a large coat pocket without being too obtrusive. There’s also a handy little button on the side with a circular display that shows you the exact percentage of battery remaining, which is much better than the vague four-dot systems on older models.Verdict: This is pretty much the perfect power bank for anyone with a modern USB-C phone. The combination of huge capacity, multiple ports, and the sheer convenience of the integrated cable makes it a top-tier product. It’s reliable, well-built, and has replaced all my other portable chargers.
Reviewer: Simon
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Die Anker Powerbank überzeugt auf ganzer Linie. Mit 20.000 mAh Kapazität lädt sie Smartphones, Tablets und sogar Laptops zuverlässig mehrfach auf. Das integrierte USB-C-Kabel ist praktisch und erspart zusätzliches Zubehör. Die maximale Leistung von 87 W sorgt für schnelles und effizientes Laden. Die Verarbeitung ist hochwertig, das Gehäuse robust und gut verarbeitet. Insgesamt eine sehr praktische, leistungsstarke und langlebige Powerbank – klare Kaufempfehlung!
Reviewer: Vasyl
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I really liked the 87W, I can charge two phones or a MacBook quickly and without any problems. I used to use 30W and only now I realized how terrible it was. And the built-in cable is very convenient. I am no longer afraid of forgetting the cable and being left without a charger.
Reviewer: Mise
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Good quality

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