It’s now easier than ever to avoid getting into a bind because your phone (or another important device) dies. There are now a ton of great options for charging on the go, and Anker is behind some of the best power banks and portable chargers. Amazon is currently on sale on Anker gear, with some devices’ prices slashed by up to 50 percent. For example, Anker’s 633 10K Magnetic Power Bank is available for half price at $40.
This MagSafe-enabled charger has a capacity of 10,000mAh, which means it should be able to fully charge the Phone 16 Pro Max (which has a 4,685mAh battery) about twice. The power bank has a built-in stand and you can place your phone horizontally on the MagSafe connector so you can watch videos or play games while charging.
While the MagSafe option is convenient, you can also connect your iPhone to the 20W Power Delivery port via a USB-C cable. Anker says it will charge your phone three times faster than MagSafe. This port means you can also charge non-MagSafe devices with the power bank.
If you’re looking for a portable charger with a higher capacity, the Anker Prime Power Bank could be an option. It’s available for $130, a $50 discount.
This soda can-sized power bank has a capacity of 27,650mAh and has three charging ports: two USB-C and one USB-A. As you can imagine, this allows you to charge three devices simultaneously. Anker says the power bank can deliver up to 250W of power. This is said to include the ability to charge a 16-inch M2 MacBook Pro up to 50 percent in 28 minutes.
There are also some Prime exclusive deals as part of the sale. If you’re a member, you can get the Prime Power Bank with Charging Dock for $160 ($75 off). The base itself has two USB-C charging ports and one USB-A port, and can be used to charge the power bank’s battery.
Also, you can get $9 off a handy 10,000mAh charger that has a built-in USB-C cable, a separate USB-C port, and a foldable AC plug. It’s available in most colors for $36, but oddly, the black option is discounted only for Prime members.
Now, I’d rather have a Lightning charger, but, if you also travel a lot (or are often out all day), check out the sale on Anker’s Nano Power Bank with a built-in USB-C connector. Right now, the power bank is 33 percent off, down from $30 to $20. This deal makes it about $4 more than last Black Friday’s record-low price.