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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 170 reviews

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88%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are delighted by the PowerCore Portable Charger's impressive battery life, convenient USB-C and USB-A ports, and its portability, making it ideal for travel. However, some users find the charger to be somewhat large and heavy. The charger's wattage output was also noted as a potential area for improvement by some customers. Overall, the positive feedback on battery life, connectivity, and portability outweighs concerns about size and weight.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb-c
    Cons mentioned:
    Wattage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A very handy gadget in its day…

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a handy very valuable gadget to have in its day but has since been replaced with faster, smaller, and multi-purpose, aio competitors. The upgraded version with higher wattage output, USB-C ports, and smaller size version is probably no doubt very nice; however, likely with a pricey tag just as this model was rather expensive when i bought mine and my husbands years ago. What i will say I was not impressed with was the performance even full charge was not enough to charge your phone fully more than once and was quite slow but having the convenience of a wall plug that can store up energy and use in a pinch has been able to save me more than I ever thought id need. Still, even now, its not powerful even plugged into power as a wall plug to charge a Macbook Pro or even an older Air (i have an attachment for the MBA for usb-c to magsafe for older MBA models that can plug into a usb-c to c or A to C cable to plug into this). It doesnt pack enough output wattage reqd for macbook to charge and doesnt even recognize its on charge because how low wattage this thing is capable of. So, for a phone or low wattage device like vapes or like devices, this is great. But wont be able to charge up any power hungry machines like laptops and macbooks im afraid. And , a portable power supply powerful enough to do so is gonna cost you around $50 minimal.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Bulky, a little heavy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a little heavy and bulky for a 5,000mAh battery portable bank. I return it as soon as I get it. It is a nice concept when it comes to a combination of portable bank and wall charger. But, as wall charger, it is too bulky. As a portable bank, it is too heavy for a 5,000mAh capacity.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Build quality, Charging speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Power Brick has come in handy a few times during my short time of ownership. Nonetheless it's worth every penny and has the build quality to match. It's also handy you can charge two items and charge the power pack all at the same time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Charging speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good so far

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Used it on a short trip, so nothing to say for its long-term charging; however, it is a great charger. Plus, it has its functionality as a stand-alone battery when no power plug is available.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Charging speed, Portability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great portable battery for phone or pad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great charger. Stays plugged in and charges your phone and then you can take it with you and it is all charged up to charge your phone or pad.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pro and Con

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pro: Convenient to have a wall charger that is also a portable charger. I leave this plugged in and am therefore always prepared for a power outage. (Note that manufacturer recommends that you discharge and recharge battery periodically.) Cons: Very bulky. And for something this large, it doesn’t hold as much of a charge as one would like—you won’t get two full charges of a device out of it. Comment: Full price is outrageous. Wait for a discount.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb-c

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Should have more juice for the size

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This would have been the best accesory for everything. I will probably use this more often than my Macbook Pro charger because of the additional USB. The problem is the portable juice. I haven’t had the chance to use it coz its always empty. Its useless. There should be more juice considering the size. But it can only recharge maybe your Airpods and it will be dead.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Efficient Charger, Best for Stationary Use

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this because Apple no longer provides the charger with their new iphones. The unit charges efficiently, but I found it a little bulky if you want to put it in your pocket to travel with it. The Anker brand is known for superior quality and his product fits that mold.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Anker Team
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      Thank you for telling the world about how this product works for you! You sharing your story helps other know what to expect from this device, which is more valuable than the few pictures and words we ourselves can say about it. Knowing how it performs in real-life situations is what really matters, so thanks again. We promise to keep producing products you can depend on!

      Remember your device comes with an 18-month warranty. Anytime you need help, please feel free to contact us via support@anker.com or call us at +1 (800) 988 7973. We are more than happy to assist you further. anker

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good option as a spare

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is essentially the same item that Apple used to sell exclusively. The beauty is that it has a 5,000 mAH battery built in but can also be used as a wall charger. I have used the battery a few times and it is handy to have if you want to cut down on the bulk and have a battery and charger all in one. The battery doesn't seem to go as far as I would have expected and it takes a little longer to recharge than I also expected. All in all I think this is worth it provided it meets a very specific need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Anker Team
      Posted .

      Thank you for telling the world about how this product works for you! You sharing your story helps other know what to expect from this device, which is more valuable than the few pictures and words we ourselves can say about it. Knowing how it performs in real-life situations is what really matters, so thanks again. We promise to keep producing products you can depend on!

      Remember your device comes with an 18-month warranty. Anytime you need help, please feel free to contact us via [email protected] or call us at +1 (800) 988 7973. We are more than happy to assist you further. anker

  • Pros mentioned:
    Charging speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Charger

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a good charger with 3 inputs. I like it because it charges faster than some others I have. But Anker has an even faster charger as well. It only has one input so I use both. Alsmost a 5 star!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Wattage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very convenient just wish it had more power output

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this on a daily basis. I just wish though the output was 45w or 60w if possible. It would provide ample power to my MacBook that way. Otherwise, it is a very useful battery/ outlet combo

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Charging speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a fast charger, its good for ipad or new model iphone plus, samsung note, with bigger battery capacity able to charge faster.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Portable Battery Backup

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A bit too early to tell if this product will stand the test of time, especially since I have not had much of a chance to use it in practice. The construction seems sturdy and the built in plugs are handy. I also like the LED indicator for battery strength. It would be nice if they included a cloth protector, but I suppose it’s not an unusual size so you can slip it easily in a bag or purse, though you probably will notice the additional weight.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Bulky

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bulky... power stored does not hold out, discharges even without load. I wonder why? I can go just power, forget the power bank if it is this bulky.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Charging speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very handy and convenient. Fast charging my Pixel 3XL, performs as what it is described. So far so good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Powerbank

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent but a little big for a wall charger, but keep in mind it’s a power bank also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Simplify life with this device

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice combination of power bank and charger. It would be nice if it is lighter.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Seems to work as advertised so far...

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A little on the "big" size - but appropriate for being a dual charger battery. Battery power should be enough to charge a phone - but for other serious devices, it's probably just a few minutes worth "desperation" power.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    ANKER POWER CORE CHARGER

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    WORKS GOOD, BUT BECAUSE OF IT'S WEIGHT IT OFTEN FALLS OUT OF THE WALL PLUG.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb-c

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good stuff cheap!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great 3 in 1 , only thing you need at home and travel for your phone an complete

    I would recommend this to a friend