While the Anker PowerCore 10000 couldn't clinch one of the overall top spots in our portable charger review, we don't think it's a bad product by any means. However, to ensure compatibility and the best possible performance, we strongly recommend using your device’s original (OEM) cable, a third-party certified (MFI) cable, or the included cable. With wireless, USB, and USB-C charging all available, PowerCore gives you unprecedented choice over how you charge. in-1 Charger: Enjoy the best of both worlds with a hybrid 65W wall charger and 10,000mAh portable charger in one. This simple test will give you peace of mind and confirm that your power bank is ready to power your devices on the go.

However, it is also worth noting that their chemicals will become less active if left unused for extended periods. If every household in the US used our GaNPrime™ products in place of non-GaNPrime™ products, the amount of power saved could be up to 796.This improved a bit when we dropped it to a 1 amp discharge rate, but we were still only able to get about 64% of the claimed capacity out of it. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Versatile Charging: Anker's exclusive PowerIQ and VoltageBoost technology combine to detect and deliver a tailored charge up to 12W, while the trickle-charging mode is the best way to charge low-power devices. We never found it uncomfortable to carry in a pants pocket unless we were sitting right on top of it, and you could easily forget it was even there when carrying it around in a jacket.

Chargers with an output lower than 2A (such as phone chargers) will not charge as quickly or safely. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Certified Safe: Anker’s MultiProtect safety system provides superior protection for you and your devices. rechargeable lithium, lithium polymer, LIPO, secondary lithium) with no more than 8 grams of equivalent lithium content or 100 watt hours (wh) per battery.Place your phone, earbuds, or other Qi device on the center of the pad to get a convenient wireless charge anywhere. Opt for a compact and lightweight option that fits easily in your bag or pocket, making it a breeze to carry around.

Portable Wireless Charging: Qi-certified to provide up to 10W of wireless charging power to phones, earbuds, or other devices on the go. The manufacturer claims that it takes 3-5 hours to fully recharge this battery, which matched up with our test results quite well. However, the actual lifespan may vary based on factors such as the quality of the power bank, your usage patterns, and how well you maintain it. Generally, our external batteries' static power consumption is so low it would take between 20 and 36 months to drain completely.Regrettably, the bare-bones nature of the Anker PowerCore 10000 didn't get many accolades in this metric. It took approximately 240 minutes (4 hours) with a high-quality charger in our evaluation, though this could increase if your USB power source doesn't have the best discharge rate. It lacks extra convenience features that many top models offer, like a built-in wall plug, charging cable, or flashlight, but it is a solid option for a simple portable charger designed to charge one device at a time.