A new option for the Copilot key has been spotted in testing
Windows 11 users are getting the ability to remap it to 'Do nothing'
This comes on top of work already underway to redefine the key to Right Ctrl or the context menu
Microsoft's latest revolutionary idea for Windows 11 is to have a key on your keyboard which can be remapped to do absolutely nothing.
Windows Latest noticed the latest twist in the tale of the Copilot key, as highlighted by regular leaker PhantomOfEarth on X, who spotted the development hidden in a recent Windows 11 preview build.
In the choices to customize the Copilot key – which, by default, summons Windows 11's Copilot AI (of course) – there's a new option to simply 'Do nothing'.
Yes, that's correct – you can change the key to simply be a pointless piece of plastic that does precisely zip. (Or at least you'll be able to in testing, when this ability comes into play, that is, although some Windows 11 testers have reportedly seen it live in preview already).
As you may have seen earlier this year, Microsoft is working on bringing fresh options to the Copilot key that include customizing it to invoke the context (right-click) menu, and to turn it back into Right Ctrl (which was the key that the Copilot button replaced on Copilot+ laptops and some keyboards).
Analysis: do nothing, be happy
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What's the point of a key that does nothing? Good question. Maybe it's the keyboard equivalent of a stress ball – you can hammer on that key as much as you want when you're really annoyed, and it won't splurge a load of characters into the document you're working on as you exorcise your frustrated demons.
Okay, so maybe not, but perhaps the idea is that this is aimed at people who really hate the Copilot key, but haven't decided what they might want to remap it to. So, they can go ahead and elect for the key to do nothing if it's accidentally hit, while they figure out what they might want to redefine in its place. That's stretching things, admittedly, but it's the best guess I have.
At any rate, it's a harmless enough option, although it feels inescapably odd to have a 'blank' key on your keyboard. How far we've fallen since the Copilot key was first revealed and trumpeted by Microsoft as the biggest thing to happen to keyboards in 30 years since the Windows key was introduced. And indeed more recently, Microsoft promoted the Copilot key as the "button you can press to fix everything", so there's some irony that it could soon (optionally) become the button you can press to fix 'nothing' in a very literal sense.
Don't forget that you don't have to wait for Microsoft's Copilot key remapping functions to arrive in the release version of Windows 11. You can use the Keyboard Manager in PowerToys to do this instead, although it'll be far neater to have these options in Windows 11's settings, of course.
Razer is a household name in the webcam space, with its Kiyo brand being one of the most popular choices for streamers and PC gamers. The latest Kiyo V2 is another sterling example of Razer's commitment to premium build quality and high-end components, and for the most part, it's a great product.
Delivering either 4K recording at 30 frames per second or 1080p at 60, the Kiyo V2 captures quality video with a high degree of customization via the Razer Synapse software. It's fairly pricey (don't expect to see it on our list of the best cheap webcams), but for a 4K webcam with this sort of build quality and feature set, it's actually quite competitively priced.
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Coming in black, white, and pink colorways (mine is the pink 'Quartz' model), the Razer Kiyo V2 is an extremely well-constructed product. It's durable and pleasingly tactile. The base can be extended and rotated to capture the perfect angle, and it easily clasps onto any monitor; I tested it both with the two monitors in my home desktop setup and my laptop, and it snapped into place with no issues. It's a little heavy, however, so laptops with flimsier display hinges might struggle.
The design is a departure from previous Razer webcams, which typically opted for a singular large casing surrounding the lens construction. Instead, it's a smaller lens housing with an oblong body, immediately reminiscent of the Logitech MX Brio 705.
Not everything has been abandoned with this new design, however. The lens housing, like previous Kiyo models, includes a pleasingly tactile rim that can be twisted to close the built-in physical privacy shutter. I'm always a fan of privacy solutions like this, though given the large size of the glass lens face, it would've been nice to see a lens cap included to keep it dust- and scratch-free.
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It would potentially be nice if the webcam could be detached from the attached mount in order to fit it to a different mount; many content creators will have their own video setups and may want to use their own camera stands. However, the mount does have a threaded screw connector on the base, letting you fit it atop most industry-standard camera mounts.
In terms of video quality, it's great. 4K video is sharp and colorful, and even zoomed in, I found I looked perfectly detailed in the footage I recorded. Color reproduction is great, and the camera performed well in a range of light conditions. Low-light performance resulted in some mild oversaturation, but I've seen worse performance in more expensive cameras. It also supports HDR, though only at 30fps even at lower resolutions.
The autofocus works well, but I found it was a little slow to adjust if I quickly moved closer or further from the camera. Having tested quite a few webcams in my time, I feel that a webcam in this price range should be a bit snappier to focus.
That big lens means that the default field of view is huge. A 93-degree FOV means that the Kiyo V2 is liable to capture not just yourself but the entire room you're in, but thankfully it's easy enough to tweak this via the zoom and crop tools in Razer's Synapse software.
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On the topic of Synapse, it's still a frankly rather clunky piece of software, but for webcam users who want granular control over their hardware, it does a solid job. In addition to zoom and crop tools, you can also manually tweak the autofocus, auto exposure, and color balance.
The Kiyo V2's software-side feature set also includes a selection of AI-powered tools, which are covered prominently in the marketing material for the webcam. These include dynamic light correction and noise reduction, but these features already existed in Synapse, and to be honest, I'm not entirely clear on what AI brings to the table here.
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Look, Razer: I get it. I'm sure there's tremendous pressure from your shareholders to make everything AI-powered, because it's the buzzword du jour. But anyone who actually wants AI in their webcam (for whatever inane reason) likely isn't going to be better served by the Kiyo V2 than any other cutting-edge 'AI' webcam, like the Obsbot Tiny SE.
One element that does actually benefit from the involvement of machine learning is the auto-framing feature, which uses AI-powered head-tracking to keep you in the center of the frame even if you move around. However, since the Kiyo V2 lacks a mechanized gimbal, it can't alter the frame while fully zoomed out and can only track you so far; it can keep you in center frame if you move by a foot or two, but it won't follow you around a room.
On the bright side, you don't actually have to use Synapse and the AI features at all. The Kiyo V2 works great straight out of the box; just plug in the bundled cable, and you're off to the races, assuming you're happy with the default wide-angle FOV.
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Now, for the only real problem I have with the Razer Kiyo V2. It comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable in the box (the one with my review unit is pink, like the webcam itself), and as far as I can tell, you have to use this cable to access the full 4K functionality of the camera.
Considering that the cable is USB-C-exclusive, you'll need a free USB-C 3.0 port to make full use of the Kiyo V2. I tested it out with a USB-C to USB-A adapter, as well as using one of my own USB-C cables; no dice. It's frustrating, because USB-C ports can be in short supply for users connecting multiple peripherals, and the bundled cable is a bit short and inflexible.
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Lastly, the built-in microphone is... fine, I guess. It's good enough for video calls, but anyone aiming to produce professional-level video content should definitely use a proper standalone microphone.
It's fair to say that the Razer Kiyo V2 deserves a spot among the best webcams on the market. There are a few niggling issues, but nothing that should ruin the experience for a gamer who wants a high-end webcam. For hardcore content creators, it remains a sound choice, but you should be aware of the downsides.
Razer Kiyo V2 webcam: Price & availability
How much does it cost? $149.99 / £149.99 / AU$279.95
When is it available? Available now
Where can you get it? The US, UK, and Australia
At $149.99 / £149.99 / AU$279.95, the Razer Kiyo V2 is significantly cheaper than the brand's own older Kiyo Pro webcam. If you're looking for a high-quality 4K cam, it's not an unreasonable price.
Sure, you could easily get a cheaper 4K webcam, but you'll need to risk it on a less established brand, and you almost certainly won't be getting the same rich feature set seen in the Kiyo V2. Similarly effective models from other premium brands like Logitech and Elgato will cost a comparable amount, so I'm pleased to say that despite its reputation for pricey hardware, Razer got the price right this time around.
Razer Kiyo V2 webcam: Specs
Razer Kiyo V2
Price:
$149.99 / £149.99 / AU$279.95
Supported resolutions:
4Kp at 30fps, 1440p at 60fps, 1080p at 60fps
Sensor:
8.3 MP Sony STARVIS
Field of view:
93 degrees
Connection:
USB-C
Features:
Digital zoom, AI auto-framing, AI autofocus, dynamic color correction, HDR, mechanical privacy shutter
Software Integration:
Razer Synapse
Should you buy the Razer Kiyo V2 webcam?
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Razer Kiyo V2 webcam report card
Value
The Razer Kiyo V2 is still fairly expensive, but it's reasonably priced for a high-end 4K webcam and much better value than the previous Kiyo Pro.
4 / 5
Design
A fresh chassis design that retains the excellent physical privacy shutter of older Kiyos, but the forced USB-C is annoying.
4 / 5
Performance
Audio is merely decent, but the picture quality and color balance are fantastic and Razer Synapse packs a ton of extra features.
4 / 5
Avarage rating
A high-quality webcam with a broad feature set and more competitive pricing, the Razer Kiyo V2 is a great product with only a few small flaws.
4 / 5
Buy it if...
You want 4K At this price point, the Kiyo V2 is competitive within the 4K webcam space - you could find cheaper ones, but only if you're willing to accept a drop in quality.
You need wide-angled recording If you're aiming to capture a larger space (or multiple video participants), the 93-degree FOV of the Kiyo V2 is perfect.
Don't buy it if...
You're short on ports Since it needs to use the bundled USB-C cable to access full 4K recording, the Kiyo V2 is a poor choice for anyone who already has lots of ports in use on their PC.
You're on a budget At $149.99 / £149.99 / AU$279.95, the Kiyo V2 is still pretty darn expensive, even if it's far better value for money than the older Kiyo Pro.
Razer Kiyo V2 webcam: Also consider
Insta360 Link 2C Our current top pick of the 4K webcams available on the market right now, the Link 2C offers superior low-light performance and autofocus while also offering the same high-quality video and AI features as the Kiyo V2.
Obsbot Tiny 2 The Tiny 2 from Obsbot delivers 4K video along with AI-powered tracking via its mechanical gimbal mount. For those who want a high-end video experience, this is a great pick.
8+ years of experience reviewing computer hardware
I replaced my usual webcam (the Insta360 Link 2 4K) with the Razer Kiyo V2 for two weeks, using it for all my normal video calls during the workday. I also tested it in various different lighting conditions by recording video separately and comparing the clips side by side. Naturally, I installed (well, reinstalled) Razer Synapse to properly test out all the software-side features as well.
I've been testing and reviewing PC hardware for more than eight years, starting at the PC-building hobbyist magazine Maximum PC before making the leap to TechRadar's computing team. I put all of my knowledge and experience behind each and every one of my product reviews, so you can be assured that you're getting an informed and bias-free judgement.
Der Flexispot C7 Morpher bietet ein großartiges Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, wenn Sie ihn in einem der unzähligen Sales des Herstellers ergattern können, da er viele Funktionen bietet, für die Sie bei anderen Herstellern deutlich mehr zahlen müssen. Dafür müssen Sie sich allerdings mit viel Plastik abfinden, was meiner Meinung nach aber ein sehr dankbarer Kompromiss ist.
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Flexispot ist im Segment der Büromöbel längst kein Unbekannter mehr, auch wenn der Hersteller mittlerweile sogar Sofas und Betten verkauft. Das Kerngeschäft bleibt aber Büromobiliar, allen voran höhenverstellbare Schreibtische und verschiedene Bürostühle, von denen wir in den vergangenen Jahren einige testen durften.
Der Flexispot C7 Morpher liegt im Flexispot-Sortiment im mittleren Preissegment und besticht mit vielfältigen Anpassungsmöglichkeiten. Auf dem gesamten Markt für Bürostühle macht ihn das allein deswegen ziemlich interessant, weil vergleichbare Stühle gut und gern in den vierstelligen Preisbereich rutschen.
Preis, Lieferumfang & Montage
Der Flexispot C7 Morpher kostet regulär 769,99 Euro, ist aber regelmäßig in einem der unzähligen Sales für rund 500 Euro zu haben. Sofern Ihr alter Stuhl nicht gerade spontan in mehrere Teile zerfallen ist und Sie sofort Ersatz brauchen, sollten Sie die nächste Aktion abwarten.
Soweit ich das beurteilen kann, ist der C7 Morpher im Shop von Flexispot erhältlich und bei Böttcher, wo er günstiger ist als die UVP, aber teurer als zu Sales bei Flexispot direkt. Zwar vertreibt Flexispot viele Produkte auch auf Amazon, dort heißen sie aber häufig anders, und den C7 Morpher finde ich unter den Angeboten bisher nicht.
Der Flexispot C7 Morpher wird in zwei großen, schweren Kartons geliefert. iPhone Air zum Größenvergleich.
Eugen Wegmann
Im Lieferumfang enthalten ist alles, was Sie für die Montage benötigen: natürlich der Stuhl selbst, verteilt auf zwei Pakete – für mich ein Novum – mit einem Gewicht von 18,2 bzw. 15,3 Kilogramm, zwei Sätze Schrauben mit je einer Ersatzschraube und gleicher Inbusgröße, und der passende Inbusschlüssel. Die Schrauben für die Kopfstütze stecken bereits im Stuhl und müssen zu ihrer Befestigung erst einmal gelöst werden.
Dazu kommen eine mehrsprachige Montageanleitung, die seit meinen ersten Flexispot-Tests wirklich große Fortschritte bei der Lesbarkeit gemacht hat, und eine zweiseitige, völlig überdimensionierte Bedienungsanleitung in der Größe der Grundfläche eines der beiden Kartons. Sie können sie als Poster an die Wand hängen, wenn Sie möchten, und wenn Sie sie in einer Schublade verstauen möchten, müssen Sie sie mehrfach falten.
Trotz zweier Pakete gibt es bei der Montage des Flexispot C7 Morpher wenig zu beachten. Wie immer weist Flexispot ausdrücklich darauf hin, den Stuhl zu zweit zu montieren; mit etwas Mühe geht es aber auch allein. Grundsätzlich wird der Stuhl nämlich genauso aufgebaut wie alle anderen: Rollen und Gasfeder ins Drehkreuz stecken, Arm- und Rückenlehne an die Sitzfläche montieren, die beiden Hälften miteinander verbinden, indem man das Loch unter der Sitzfläche auf die Gasfeder fummelt – fertig. Gut, am Ende noch die Kopfstütze. Dann aber.
Das Ganze wird in einer ordentlichen Montageanleitung erklärt, und wenn Ihnen bewegte Bilder lieber sind, dann gibt es von Flexispot auch eine Videoanleitung.
Das Drehkreuz des Flexispot C7 Morpher besteht aus Aluminium und ist entsprechend stabil, dafür aber auch schwer.
Eugen Wegmann
Erstmals bei einem Büro- oder Gamingstuhl muss ich aber eingestehen: Wahrscheinlich ist es wirklich sinnvoll, den Stuhl zu zweit zu montieren. Denn beim Befestigen der Armlehnen müssen Sie die Sitzfläche kopfüber auf eine Tischkante legen, und weil die Montagepunkte so merkwürdig liegen, droht der Stuhl ständig, von der Kante zu kippen.
Auch beim Zusammensetzen der beiden Hälften ist Hilfe sinnvoll, denn bei einem Gesamtgewicht von 26,5 Kilogramm wiegen die beiden Hälften (Drehkreuz mit Rollen und Gasfeder, Sitzfläche mit Rückenteil und Armlehnen) jeweils über 10 Kilogramm. Das müssen Sie nicht allein wuchten.
Design & Verarbeitung
Optisch gehört der Flexispot C7 Morpher zu der neueren Generation von Bürostühlen, die eher futuristisch aussehen: keine zusammenhängende Rückenlehne, sondern mehrere einzelne, zusammengesetzte Teile mit einem Netzbezug, der durch seine Transparenz eine gewisse Leichtigkeit vermittelt – trotz seines tatsächlichen Gewichts. Ob der Look Ihnen gefällt oder nicht, ist selbstverständlich Geschmackssache.
Die Sitzfläche des Flexispot C7 Morph ist transparent, wenn Sie die Netzvariante wählen.
Eugen Wegmann
Der Morpher ist in nur einer Farbe erhältlich – Schwarz mit Metallakzenten –, dafür aber mit zwei Optionen bei der Sitzfläche: entweder einem klassischen Schaumstoffkissen oder, wie hier im Test, mit einem luftigen Netzgewebe, durch das der Unterbau durchscheint, das aber etwas mehr kostet. Für 30 Euro mehr können Sie außerdem eine Fußstütze bestellen, die Sie an der Unterseite montieren und nach vorn ausklappen können. Je nach Ausführung des Stuhls selbst kommt auch die Fußstütze entsprechend mit Schaumstoff oder Netz. Hier im Test fehlt sie allerdings.
Alles am Stuhl in diesem Bildausschnitt, das kein Netz ist, besteht aus Kunststoff.
Eugen Wegmann
Bei der Verarbeitung wird es dann etwas durchwachsen: Abgesehen von der zugrundeliegenden Metallkonstruktion kommt beim C7 Morpher viel Kunststoff zum Einsatz, vor allem bei der Verkleidung, und das fühlt sich leider etwas billig an, besonders die Metallakzente an den Armlehnen.
Dass Flexispot das aber auch anders kann, hat das Unternehmen mir bereits vor zwei Jahren mit dem Flexispot BS13 bewiesen. Dieser besteht zwar auch größtenteils aus Kunststoff, wirkt dabei aber deutlich wertiger. Gerade bei den Drehreglern, insbesondere dem für das Dyna-Follow-Element am Rücken, fühlt es sich immer so an, als würde der Kunststoff jeden Moment vom darunter liegenden Metallteil abreißen – nicht optimal.
Und obwohl das alles ein wenig nervig ist, kann ich offen gestanden darüber hinwegsehen, da das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis – gerade, wenn Sie den Stuhl mit Rabatt ergattern können – sich trotzdem sehen lassen kann.
Funktionen & Ergonomie
Es gibt wenig, was Sie am C7 Morpher nicht einstellen können. Und nur, damit wir das schon mal abgehakt haben: Verglichen mit den deutlich teureren Stühlen in unserem Büro können Sie bei diesem Modell von Flexispot lediglich den Neigungswinkel der Sitzfläche nicht ändern.
Auf der rechten Seite befinden sich die Regler zwei Hebel: zum Verstellen der Sitzhöhe und der Sitztiefe.
Eugen Wegmann
Neben den Standardfunktionen, die so gut wie jeder Bürostuhl hat – Höhenverstellung, Winkel und Federhärte der Rückenlehne –, hat der C7 Morpher noch ein paar andere Tricks auf Lager. Sie können die Kopf- bzw. Nackenstütze an drei Punkten verstellen, die Sitztiefe, die Höhe der Rückenlehne und den Winkel der oberen Hälfte der Rückenlehne. Die Armlehnen können Sie in der Höhe verstellen und die Oberfläche dank zweier Drehpunkte in jede beliebige Position drehen.
Eine Besonderheit ist die Lendenwirbelstütze: Die können Sie natürlich in der Tiefe bzw. Härte und Höhe verstellen, darüber hinaus können Sie sie auch feststellen und auch wieder lösen, damit sie sich beim Wippen der Rückenlehne mitbewegt – das oben erwähnte Dyna-Flow-System. Dadurch wird Ihr unterer Rücken auch dann gestützt, wenn Sie lieber mit dynamischer Rückenlehne arbeiten.
Mit dem großen Knopf pumpen Sie die Lordosenstütze auf, mit dem kleinen lassen Sie die Luft wieder ab.
Eugen Wegmann
Für die Lordosenstütze selbst hat Flexispot eine interessante Lösung gewählt: In der Rückenlehne steckt ein Luftkissen, das Sie mit einer integrierten Pumpe aufblasen können. Mit einem zweiten Knopf lassen Sie die Luft wieder ab.
Trotz der vielfältigen Einstellungsmöglichkeiten gibt es einige Einschränkungen, die vielleicht auch erklären, warum der Flexispot C7 Morpher weniger kostet als vergleichbare Stühle anderer Hersteller. Die Mechanik der Tiefenverstellung der Nackenstütze kann nerven: Einerseits ist sie relativ leichtgängig und kann nicht festgestellt werden. So passiert es mir häufig, dass ich die Position unbeabsichtigt verändere, wenn ich den Stuhl aus dem Weg schieben will und intuitiv in dieser Höhe nach ihm greife.
Die Nackenstütze des C7 Morpher steht relativ weit nach hinten ab.
Eugen Wegmann
Andererseits setzt Flexispot auf einen linearen Ratschenmechanismus: Sie können die Kopfstütze stufenweise von der Rückenlehne wegschieben, in die entgegengesetzte Richtung ist sie aber gesperrt, bis Sie sie bis zum Maximum geschoben haben. Eine Stufe zurückschieben geht nicht. Auch bei der Höhenverstellung der Rückenlehne kommt ein ähnlicher Mechanismus zum Einsatz, allerdings ist er längst nicht so leichtgängig wie der an der Nackenstütze und kann nicht einfach versehentlich verstellt werden.
Die Federhärte der Rückenlehne können Sie nicht flexibel einstellen, wie bei vielen anderen Stühlen. Stattdessen gibt es drei Stufen für verschiedene „Gewichtsklassen“, ähnlich wie beim oben genannten Flexispot BS13. Im Gegensatz zu diesem funktioniert jedoch mindestens eine dieser Stufen für mich persönlich aber deutlich besser, wobei ich natürlich nicht ausschließen kann, dass es auch hier Personen gibt, für die eine Zwischenstufe besser passen würde. Grundsätzlich ist der Flexispot C7 Morpher für bis zu 163 Kilogramm ausgelegt, was sich durchaus sehen lassen kann.
Funktionsweise der Armlehnen des C7 Morpher.
Flexispot
Und zu guter Letzt wären da noch die Armlehnen: Während sich die Höhe tadellos in mehreren Stufen mithilfe eines Knopfs verstellen lässt, hat sich Flexispot für die Auflagen selbst eine Lösung ausgedacht, die zwar sehr flexibel ist, leider aber ziemlich unintuitiv: Sie sind auf zwei vertikalen, exzentrischen Achsen montiert. Der untere Teil lässt sich in einem Radius von 270 Grad drehen, die obere von 360 Grad.
Entlang der beiden Achsen können Sie die Armlehnen des C7 Morpher in der Horizontalen verstellen, mit dem Hebel legen Sie die Höhe fest.
Eugen Wegmann
Das gibt der gesamten Konstruktion einen unglaublichen Spielraum, bis Sie allerdings ihre gewünschte Position eingerichtet haben, vergeht deutlich mehr Zeit, als hätten Sie für jede Dimension – vor/zurück, rein/raus, Rotation – eine eigene Einstellung. Hinzu kommt, dass die Armlehnen, genau wie die Kopfstütze, ziemlich leicht zu verstellen sind, weshalb Sie auch die Armlehnen immer wieder in ihre gewünschte Position zurückbringen müssen. Flexispot verkauft das als Vorteil, weil die Armlehnen so „Ihrer Sitzhaltung flexibel folgen“, allerdings hätte ich mir doch die Möglichkeit gewünscht, sie arretieren zu können.
Was die Ergonomie und den Komfort insgesamt angeht, kann ich beim Flexispot C7 Morph wirklich nicht meckern; auf wenigen anderen Bürostühlen habe ich besser gesessen, auch über längere Zeit (wie es in meinem Metier nicht unüblich ist). Bei so vielen Anpassungsmöglichkeiten wundert es mich aber eigentlich auch überhaupt nicht. Hätte ich keine einzige Konfiguration gefunden, in der ich mich wohlfühle, hätte das merklichen Punktabzug gegeben.
Fazit
Im Großen und Ganzen handelt es sich beim Flexispot C7 Morpher um einen großartigen, vielseitigen Bürostuhl in moderner Optik. Er hat ein paar Schwächen – die Verarbeitung könnte etwas besser sein und einige der Funktionen besser durchdacht –, hat aber gerade zu Angebotsaktionen, von denen der Hersteller regelmäßig eine hat, trotzdem ein ziemlich gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Wenn Sie ihn für rund 500 Euro ergattern können, ist er eine gute Investition.
Many of us are quite used to carrying around a handy power bank to top up our iPhone batteries during a long day away from a power socket, but these pocketable battery packs are usually not powerful enough to keep an unplugged and energy-hungry MacBook going all day.
We’ve rounded up the best portable laptop power banks with battery capacities high enough to recharge a fading Apple MacBook if you won’t be able to plug it into an electrical outlet for some time.
Despite new laptops boasting improved battery life duration, it’s easy for your trusty MacBook to lose power after a day of intense meetings and PowerPoint presentations. No one wants to see the Mac’s “Your battery is running low” warning, especially when halfway through watching a downloaded Netflix series on a long-haul flight.
We looked at seven main factors for recommending laptop power banks: battery capacity, charging speed, total power output, power input, USB ports, portability and safety. For more details on each see below this list of the best MacBook power banks.
Power vs portability
As a rule, the higher the battery capacity, the larger and heavier the power bank. We have included size and weight so you can determine if each power bank suits your traveling needs. Some laptop power banks are built to last in the great outdoors so will feature more rugged IP-rated shells; read on for our reviews below.
There are much smaller, lighter and more portable power banks for phones—check out our recommendations of the best power banks for iPhone. You could use some of these to recharge a laptop but we recommend the power banks tested and reviewed here for the best results when powering up a laptop.
There are some giant power banks, usually called portable power stations, that can keep a family going all weekend, but they are way too large to carry with you on your travels. We have tested the most MacBook-friendly models in our roundup of the best portable power stations.
Macworld Test Score
We test each power bank’s real-world charging prowess by recharging a spent 14-inch MacBook Pro from 0% to 100% (or as far as it gets) and then repeat, adding the two percentages together to create a comparable Test Score.
Which power bank is best for your MacBook in 2026?
We have indicated which models of MacBook we think each power bank is best suited to, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pair any with different MacBooks. The 16-inch MacBook Pro can be fast-charged at 140W so owners of that model should look for a PD 3.1 power bank. But even a 13-inch MacBook Air will work well with the higher-capacity power banks. They might not charge any faster, but they will be recharged more times if you pick a high-capacity battery pack.
Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) – Best overall MacBook power bank
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Battery capacity: 26250mAh (99.75Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 300W Power Input: 250W USB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 6.3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (160 x 64 x 38mm) Weight: 21.1oz (599g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 125%
The Anker Prime 26K Power Bank (300W) is one of the most powerful laptop power banks that you can match with your MacBook. It is a great fit with the top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro, which has a battery rated at around the same watt hours (99.6WH) as this power bank (99.75Wh).
There are three USB ports. Each of the two USB-C ports can be used to power at 140W. Attach Apple’s USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable or the included 240W USB-C cable to the power back and you can utilize one of the 140W PD 3.1 ports to fast-charge the 16-inch Pro. Indeed, with its 300W total output at your disposal you could fast-charge two of the top-end MacBooks at the same time and still have enough juice to fast-charge your iPhone!
Anker claims that you can fast-charge that top-end MacBook Pro up to 50% in 27 minutes. In our tests, we charged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to full power with enough left over to power it back to 25% on the second recharge.
You can recharge the power bank itself to 50% in under 15 minutes using the two USB-C ports at the same time at an impressive 250W.
This is a sophisticated power bank with some tricks of its own. It can be controlled by an app, which gives real-time charging stats (Remaining Charging Time and Input and Output power indicators) and can be optimized to help extend the battery life of the devices being charged as well as its own. You can even use the app’s Find Device feature to activate a sound alert from the power bank when you need to locate it.
Anker also sells a 27K Prime Power Bank, available in either black or gold colors. We prefer the 26K model as it’s a little smaller, performed better in our tests, and out guns the 27K model in total output (300W vs 250W) and input (250W vs 170W).
Who should buy the Anker Prime 26K 300W Power Bank?
Powerful enough to charge two 16-inch MacBooks at the same time, this power bank is a great travelling companion for any of Apple’s laptops. Both its 300W total output and 250W input are top-end for a truly portable power bank.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 170W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 2x USB-C cables (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (30W) Dimensions: 6.3 × 2.1 × 2.1 inches (160 x 53 x 52mm) Weight: 23.5oz (665g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 128%
If your MacBook is not the top-end 16-inch Pro, a 100W PD 3.0 output on a laptop power bank is really all you need for fast charging. Buying a 140W PD 3.1 power bank isn’t silly—it might be that your next MacBook requires the higher power for the fastest charging—but 100W is all you need for the 14-inch MacBook Pro or Air models, and certainly enough for the MacBook Neo!
The very affordable Sharge HyperTower 170 Power Bank scored impressively in our MacBook recharging tests (128%) despite its 25K (90Wh) battery capacity being a little lower than seen in some others.
The 170W total power output is also lower than some (we’ve tested power banks with as much as 300W total output) but still offers a lot. Even with all three outputs in use it supports 100W+30W+20W+15W or 65W+65W+20W+15W, so can handle a two-laptop setup.
100W input is fine if you’re not in the biggest hurry to recharge the power bank—we’ve all been there—and it should be fully recharged in around 80 minutes. If power bank input is important to you, check out the Anker Prime 26K Power Bank reviewed above.
Especially useful are the two integrated USB-C cables (each 100W), one of which doubles up as a carry handle. The USB-C port is also 100W capable.
Who should buy the Sharge HyperTower 170 Power Bank?
Impressive in our MacBook recharging tests and with enough power to be shared by two laptops and a couple of phones plus two built-in cables, this power bank offers great value for owners of all but the 16-inch MacBook Pro that is better served by one of the 140W power banks reviewed here.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
INIU Cougar P64 140W Power Bank – Best value 140W PD MacBook power bank
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (92.5Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 145W Power Input: 80W USB ports: 1x USB-C cable (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (45W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (18W) Dimensions: 6.3 x 3.2 x 1 inches (159 x 81 x 25mm) Weight: 17.5oz (496g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 119%
If, on the other hand, your MacBook is the 16-inch Pro, a 140W PD 3.0 output is what you need for fast charging. Even if you don’t own the top-end MacBook Pro, buying a 140W PD 3.1 power bank builds in some future proofing and ensures your laptop gets the fastest possible charge.
The Iniu P64 is available in regulation black but also a rather natty white, as shown above. It’s also lighter than some other laptop power banks reviewed here. The smart display features an active wattage monitor plus a remaining capacity indicator and battery endurance countdown.
Like the Sharge HyperTower 170 Power Bank, reviewed above, the Iniu P64 scored impressively in our MacBook recharging tests (119%) despite its 25K (92.5Wh) battery capacity rating as lower than some others.
The 145W total power output is low compared to others—if a 16-inch MacBook Pro is being charged at full speed, there’s not much power for anything else, but in a more even charging situation it’s enough for a couple of MacBooks to perk up from being drained. Often it’s just a laptop and phone being charged, and 145W can cope with that. If you need more, consider one of the other laptop power banks reviewed here that can pump out up to 300W at one time.
With all three outputs in use it supports 100W+24W shared between the second USB-C and USB-A, so really it’s a two-port power bank with options for different charging connectors. Two-port options include 100W+45W or 100W +18W depending on which of the two other ports is chosen.
80W input is a little slow compared to others but, again, if you’re not in a hurry to recharge the power bank, input speed is less of an issue, and it should be fully charged in around 90 minutes.
You’ll need to carry a USB-C cable with you as there is no cable built in as found on some laptop power banks reviewed here.
Who should buy the Iniu P64 Power Bank?
This great-looking MacBook power bank is affordable and scored well in our tests. It’s not one for people who need to charge two laptops at top speed, but it can handle one whatever its power demands.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 27000mAh (99.9Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 200W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 1x USB-C cable (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (60W) Dimensions: 6.4 x 2.1 x 2 inches (163 x 53 x 51mm) Weight: 22.9oz (650g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 124%
If you need to know the remaining battery capacity in your laptop power bank, you won’t find an easier-to-read display than on the ReelCharge ReelPro 27K. It’s big, bold and green. There’s something reassuring about it—as long as the number is a big one, of course!
The specs are high, with the 99.99Wh capacity getting awfully close to the airline maximum—check with your airline before packing this in your hand luggage.
The handy 11-inch built-in USB-C cable can output PD 3.1’s 140W, so no MacBook will be compalianing when being recharged at the fastest speed. You can charge two laptops at 100W+100W. As with the Iniu P64, the third port is really just an option as triple-port charging shares just 24W between the two ports.
100W input should mean you can recharge the power bank itself in around 80 minutes.
Who should buy the ReelCharge ReelPro 200W Power Bank?
We love the big, bold battery indicator display on this laptop power bank. It’s fairly standard sized, with a useful integrated USB-C cable that also acts as a carry handle.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 27650mAh (99.54Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 300W Power Input: 280W USB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 2x USB-C (65W). Dimensions: 6.5 x 2.2 x 2.3 inches (166 x 55 x 58mm) Weight: 24.7oz (699g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 120%
Although a little larger and heavier than the Anker Prime 26K 300W Power Bank, reviewed above, the EcoFlow RAPID Pro 27K Power Bank (300W) has a hidden weapon in its battle for the best MacBook power bank: a built-in retractable USB-C cable tucked away in its base—saving you from carrying a spare cable around with you and keeping your travel bag neat and tidy.
Like the Anker Prime 26K, this power bank can fast-charge two 16-inch MacBook Pros at full pelt. It boasts the same 200W total output, and has two more USB-C ports—both at a potential 65W—but no legacy USB-A port. If you need a USB-A port, look to the Anker Prime instead. USB-A aside, it can recharge up to four devices at the same time, although. With three devices it can output at 140W, 95W and 65W—enough for three MacBooks at the same time. And using all four charging points, still allows for two MacBooks at 140W. with the remaining two USB-C ports sharing 20W.
In our tests it scored 120%—a little lower than the Anker Prime’s 125% but nothing substantial in comparison. It can be recharged itself at 280W, which is a little faster than its Anker rival.
Who should buy the EcoFlow RAPID Pro 27K 300W Power Bank?
As powerful as the Anker Prime 26K Power Bank and boasting a built-in USB-C cable plus an extra port, the EcoFlow RAPID Pro is a real rival for the crown. If you can take the (minimal) extra weight and don’t need a USB-A port, it is highly recommended if only for the retractable cable.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 48000mAh (153.6Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 300W Power Input: 140W USB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1), 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 2x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 6.3 x 5.7 x 3 inches inches (160 x 145 x 76mm) Weight: 3.6lb (1.65kg) Airline compatible: Yes (with carrier approval)
Macworld Test Score: 180%
The Ugreen 48000mAh 300W Portable Power Bank is the missing link between a laptop power bank and a full-blown power station. It has a huge battery capacity but is still portable, although you wouldn’t want to carry it around in your backpack all day, and it’s too powerful to take on a commercial flight.
It has a handle so is carriable, but the bulk and weight mean it is one to move around inside or carry in a car. It would be the perfect power companion on a camping trip. It’s not super-heavy, but it is noticeably larger than the other laptop power banks tested here.
Keep it powered up in case of power outages and it should keep your laptop and phone going for days. In our tests we recharged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro 1.8 times, so you can expect to get maybe as many as two charges for a MacBook Air. The Pro charged from 5% to 90% in an hour, which impressed us.
There are five ports (three USB-C and two USB-A) with a maximum simultaneous power output of 300W. As it has a 140W PD 3.1 USB-C port, it can be used to fast charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro. At the same time, you could charge another top-end MacBook Pro at 100W, and use one of the USB-A ports at 22.5W.
The smart display shows the remaining battery, total input and output power.
Who should buy the Ugreen 48000mAh Portable Power Bank (300W)?
Portable but certainly not pocketable, this is the border between power banks and power stations and would be a great travel gadget if you have a vehicle to carry it in. It is also a mini-prepper’s safeguard against power outages at home.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 165W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 1x USB-C cable (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C port (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (33W) Dimensions: 5.7 x 2.1 x 2 inches (146 x 54 x 50mm) Weight: 18.9oz (535g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 78%
Retractable cables are very in right now—although nicely tucked away when not in use—for power banks and chargers. This 20K Ugreen Nexode Power Bank has one 2.1-foot retractable 100W USB-C cable nestled and ready for action right next to another 100W USB-C port and a 33W USB-A port.
At under 19oz it’s a little lighter than the cable-friendly Anker 25K 165W power bank, reviewed below, and is half an inch shorter, too. Although it matches the Anker on 165W maximum power output and 100W ports it does have a smaller battery capacity—although is therefore $20 cheaper. In our tests the 25K Anker recharged a 14-inch MacBook Pro to 92% while this 20K Ugreen power bank reached a respectable 78%.
In the battle for power and cable convenience, these two power banks must be chosen on capacity, portability and price.
Who should buy the Ugreen Nexode 20K 165W Power Bank?
This mid-range laptop power bank is compact and lightweight with a handy retractable cable, and will get your MacBook back up to about three-quarters power on a single recharge.
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Ugreen sells another 20K model with a built-in USB-C charging cable. The $79 Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W (above) is shorter at 5.1 x 2.1 x 1.9 inches (129 x 53 x 48mm) and $20 cheaper with the same 20K capacity but a lower max power output of 130W vs 165W. It weighs fractionally less than the 165W Nexode. Buy the 130W model if all you need is to charge a MacBook at 100W and an iPhone at 30W—this stubbier cousin may be all you need. It’s integrated 5.4-inch USB-C cable—useful for MacBooks and later iPhones—is nowhere near as long as the 165W model’s 2.1ft retractable cable but it can double up as a carry handle.
Buy the 165W model if you regularly charge two laptops at the same time: one at 100W and the other at 65W. On both 20K models, the USB-A output can be handy for legacy devices.
Another great Ugreen option is the 25K/200W Ugreen Nexode Pro Laptop Power Bank, reviewed further down.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (65Wh) Fastest Power Output: 65W Total Power Output: 65W Power Input: 45W USB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (35W); 1x USB-A (18W). Dimensions: 4.3 x 2.8 x 1.1 inches (110 x 71 x 29mm) Weight: 11.4oz (324g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 87%
The INIU P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) Power Bank may have a dull name but it stands out a mile with its colorful looks—it’s available in six bold colors—and dare-to-be-different compact shape.
Not just fun to look at and easy to hold, it performed excellently in our tests, recharging a 14-inch MacBook Pro to 87% from a flat start, outperforming our recommended 20K power bank, the Ugreen Nexode 20000mAh Power Bank, reviewed higher up, by nearly 10%. That Ugreen power bank features an integrated retractable USB-C cable and is more powerful with 100W outputs and a maximum 165W power—beating the 65W INIU.
The INIU P62-E1 might not have a retractable cable but it does boast a removable USB-C cable that creates a handy carrying loop.
While 65W is a little lacking—but not unusable—for the Pro MacBooks it’s ample for the MacBook Air. This power bank is so lovely that MacBook Pro users will also be tempted to put up with a little slower recharging for its cool looks.
Who should buy the INIU Cougar 20K (65W) Power Bank?
Stand out from the crowd with this cute, compact and affordable laptop power bank that offers impressive performance for MacBooks that don’t require top-end power output to fast charge. That said, even MacBook Pro owners may desire something as lovely as the Cougar.
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 200W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0), 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0) built-in cables; 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 6.2 x 2.1 x 1.9 inches (158 × 54 × 50mm) Weight: 22.3oz (631g) Airline compatible: Yes (with carrier approval)
Macworld Test Score: 124%
What’s better than an integrated USB-C cable? Two built-in cables. Ugreen hasn’t done away with ports entirely with these cables, as there are two at the top: one 100W USB-C and a 22.5W USB-A port.
The 25K Anker Power Bank with a similar two cables, is a close match but the Ugreen wins on a higher total power output of 200W compared to Anker’s 165W. Both have a 2.3-foot (0.7m) retractable USB-C cable and another that forms a carrying loop. Ugreen’s loop is slightly longer at 350mm vs 300mm. Otherwise, the two are so closely matched that you might just choose between them based on cost.
In our tests, however, the Ugreen Nexode Pro beat the Anker with a test score of 124% MacBook recharge, compared to Anker’s 92%, which puts it firmly ahead.
While each USB-C cable or port can output and provide input at 100W, the 200W maximum means you have to charge multiple devices with some consideration, and the more you use at the same time, the lower the shared power: for example, two ports offers 100W+100W, but using three drops your output to 100W+15W (shared between two others); add the fourth port and the 15W is shared between three. The Anker equivalent is a little more generous in sharing power between multiple ports (133W vs Ugreen’s 115W) but Ugreen wins on two ports being able to both output 100W.
With its integrated cables this is one of the the most travel friendly laptop power bank we’ve tested.
Who should buy the Ugreen Nexode Pro Laptop Power Bank (25K)?
If you frequently recharge multiple devices at the same time, maybe one integrated USB-C cable won’t be enough for you. This power bank boasts two cables (maybe one for your MacBook and one for your iPhone or iPad), and performed well in our tests.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Anker Power Bank (25K, 165W) with Cables – Convenient MacBook power bank
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 165W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0), 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0) built-in cables; 1x USB-A (33W). Dimensions: 6.2 x 2.1 x 1.9 inches (157 × 54 × 49mm) Weight: 21oz (595g) Airline compatible: Yes (with carrier approval)
Macworld Test Score: 92%
The performance is decent—we recharged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to a respectable 92%, not far off the 100% from its slightly higher-capacity sibling Anker 27650mAh power bank—but what we love about this laptop battery pack is its handy 2.3-foot (0.7m) retractable USB-C cable that means you don’t have to carry one with you when you take the power bank walkies. There’s even a second built-in USB-C cable that doubles up as a carrying loop.
Like the Ugreen Nexode Pro, reviewed above, each USB-C port can output and provide input at 100W. Anker’s USB-A port is rated a little higher than Ugreen’s—33W vs 22.5W—but Ugreen wins on a higher total shated 200W vs Anker’s 165W.
The cable wraps neatly into a groove at the top of the power bank. There’s spare USB-C and USB-A ports on one side, so you can charge multiple devices simultaneously. Note that if you want to charge more than one device, they must share the maximum output of 165W between them. However, 165W can only be supplied by two devices; with three and four devices, the maximum output is limited to 133W (higher than Ugreen’s 115W), although that is likely enough for most needs.
It’s available in either Space Black or Silver.
Who should buy the Anker Power Bank (25K, 165W) with Cables?
Two cables might be just what you need, and while beaten by the Ugreen on a few factors such as total output, in practice the Anker is more able when using three or more ports.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72.36Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 220W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 5.8 x 2 x 1.7 inches (44 x 50 x 147mm) Weight: 18oz (529g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 102%
The Anker Prime 20K Power Bank is a recommended laptop power bank that is lighter and smaller than the top-end Anker Prime 27650mAh Power Bank, but boasts the same number of USB ports.
Anker has a couple of 20K laptop power banks that are worth considering. The latest model is the 3-port Anker Prime 20K Power Bank (220W), which boasts two 140W PD 3.1 fast-charging USB-C ports and a 22.5W USB-A. When charging with all three ports at the same time, it offers two 100W outputs and a 20W. With two it can output two USB-C at 110W or one at 140W and the USB-A at 22.5W.
The older but slightly cheaper Anker Prime 20K Power Bank (200W) doesn’t feature the 140W PD 3.1 USB-C ports, instead packing two 100W USB-C ports and a generous 65W USB-A port. That doesn’t rule it out as a battery pack for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but it can’t fast-charge Apple’s largest laptop. Its maximum output of 200W is a little below the 220W model.
Both feature a clear display but only the 220W model works with the Anker app. While the 27650mAh Anker Prime can be charged itself at 200W, the two Anker 20K Power Banks can be charged at a lower, but still reasonable, 100W using just one of its USB-C ports.
The 200W model is noticeably shorter than the 220W, measuring 4.9 x 2.1 x 2 inches (127 x 55 x 50mm) compared to the 220W’s 5.8 x 2 x 1.7 inches (44 x 50 x 147mm), although the 220W is a little lighter at 1.1lbs (510g) compared to the 200W’s 1.17lbs (529g).
The 200W model is cheaper at $139 compared to the 220W model’s $179 price tag, but both appear quite expensive when compared to some rival 20K power banks; see the Ugreen 20K Power Bank reviewed below. The 200W model fared impressively in our recharge test.
Who should buy the Anker Prime 20K Power Bank (220W or 200W)?
Although priced at a premium, these are great options for the smaller MacBooks unless you need as much power in the bank as you can carry. If you don’t need the 140W outputs, the 200W model will save you some cash, or consider the lower-output Ugreen Nexode 20K Power Bank below..
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Ugreen’s equivalent to the Anker Prime 20K Power Banks is the much cheaper $89 Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh, pictured above. The battery capacities of both are identical, but the Ugreen is noticeably lighter (1lb or 480g) even though its dimensions are closely aligned: 5.1 x 2.1 x 2.0 inches (131 x 54 x 51mm). Each has a smart display that tells you more than enough about what’s going on between the power bank and the devices being charged.
The Ugreen Nexode is a more portable solution, but we still prefer the Anker Prime model for both its impressive USB ports. The Anker has two 100W USB-C ports, while the Ugreen’s USB-C ports are rated at 100W and 30W. As the Ugreen power bank has a maximum power output of 130W, this doesn’t matter, but the Anker can pump out up to 220W simultaneously, making its powerful ports more useful. Power input is also better on the Anker (100W) vs the Ugreen (65W).
However, we’ve seen the Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh priced a lot more competitively than the Anker Prime 20K, and that weight difference may be important to you. Also, for the lone traveller one port for the MacBook and another for fast-charging an iPhone or iPad might be all that’s required. Read our full Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W review.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Cuktech 15 Air Power Bank – Compact mid-range laptop power bank
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Battery capacity: 15000mAh (58.32Wh) Fastest Power Output: 65W Total Power Output: 65W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (27W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (18W). Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.8 x 0.82 inches (132 x 72 x 21mm) Weight: 10.8oz (306g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 54%
The Cuktech 15 Air laptop power bank we tested might not perform to the same degree as more expensive and more capacious rivals but offers great value for money, and is hand-grip portable. Its color smart display has all the charging info you should require: battery level, input and output power, and estimated recharge time.
The 15K (15000mAh) battery managed to charge our test 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to 54% power. That’s not as impressive as the 20K power banks reviewed here but it’s one of the cheapest MacBook battery packs that we trust.
You can use it as a multiple-charge iPhone power bank, too: it should charge an iPhone 17 Pro Max around 1.6 times. Using two of the ports at the same time you’ll get 45W from the first USB-C port and 20W (enough to fast-charge an iPhone) from the second,
Who should buy the Cuktech 15 Air Power Bank?
Offering great value for money, this mid-range laptop power bank might be all you need for shorter travel trips.
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Battery capacity: 10000mAh (36Wh) Fastest Power Output: 45W Total Power Output: 55W Power Input: 55W USB ports: 2x USB-C (45W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (33W). Dimensions: 3.5 x 2 x 1.3 inches (90 x 50 x 33mm) Weight: 7.5oz (214g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 40%
If size is really a key factor for you, consider this little power bank. It’s only 10000mAh but it’s pocketable and will pump your MacBook’s depleted battery to not too far off the halfway mark in refilled capacity.
Who should buy the Cuktech 10 Mini Power Bank?
Affordable and miniscule compared to some laptop power banks, this mini MacBook battery pack is a handy top up for short trips.
Great for: MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Statik SmartCharge Pro – 15K Power Bank and Wall Charger combo
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Battery capacity: 15000mAh (54Wh) Fastest Power Output: 60W Total Power Output: 60W Power Input: 45W USB ports: 1x USB-C cable (60W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (60W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (18W) Dimensions: 4.3 x 3.5 x 1.3 inches (110 x 90 x 33mm) Weight: 13oz (370g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 54%
Built for travel, this combo wall charger and 15K battery pack can charge a laptop at 60W as a power bank or when plugged directly into a wall power socket. It comes with international plug adapters for U.K., E.U. and AU/NZ that slip onto the built-in U.S. foldable prongs—great for travel or just use in your own region. It even has a fold-out rubber handle that you can use to attach it to your backpack while hiking.
Its 15000mAh battery capacity is certainly not the highest of the laptop power banks we have reviewed here, but it did recharge a completely faded 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro back up to 54%, which should get you several extra hours charge when on the move, depending on your laptop’s battery health.
It features a built-in USB-C plus a spare USB-C port and one USB-A port to make it a capable AC wall charger, and a magnetic side pad works as a 15W Qi2 wireless charger for the MagSafe-ready iPhone 12 to 17 families. That magnetic wireless charging pad can also be used for the Apple Watch.
A digital display shows the power bank’s remaining battery charge. As well as standard black, it’s also available in a great orange color to match Apple’s Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro.
Who should buy the Statik SmartCharge Pro?
While its 15K battery capacity and 60W output are at the low end for recharging a MacBook, this portable power bank and capable wall charger is built for backpack travel around the world with its compact size and slip-on international plugs.
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (73.44Wh) Fastest Power Output: 65W Total Power Output: 85W Power Input: 65W USB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (33W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (33W). Dimensions: 6 x 1.7 x 2 inches (152 x 52 x 44mm) Weight: 17.4oz (492g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 60%
The Cuktech 15 laptop power bank we tested might not perform to the same degree as more expensive rivals but offers great value for money.
Despite its somewhat confusing name, the Cuktech 15 has a 20K (20000mAh) battery that managed to charge our test 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to 60% power. That’s not as impressive as other 20K power banks reviewed here but at under $50/£50 it’s one of the cheapest MacBook battery pack that we trust.
You can use it as a multiple-charge iPhone power bank, too: it should charge an iPhone 15 around 3.5 times. You double-click the power button to enter low-power mode for devices such as a smartwatch or headphones.
With the three USB ports all in action, you can charge the MacBook at 65W and share the remaining 20W between the other USB-C and USB-A ports.
Who should buy the Cuktech 85W 20K Power Bank?
Offering great value for money, this mid-range laptop power bank might be all you need for shorter travel trips.
Great for: MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Cuktech 15 Ultra Power Bank 20000mAh (165W) – Best budget 140W 20K laptop power bank
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (76.56Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 165W Power Input: 165W USB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (18W). Dimensions: 6 x 2.3 x 1.8 inches (152 x 57 x 44mm) Weight: 20.8oz (590g) Airline compatible: Yes
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A little cheaper than the higher-capacity Cuktech 20, reviewed below, this slim laptop power bank can also fast-charge even the 16-inch MacBook Pro with its 140W output. The 20 looks the better buy in terms of capacity and at a similar price, but the 15 Ultra has a special feature known as Beast Mode.
While the 25000mAh battery of the Cuktech 20 is certainly worth the small extra investment on this 15 Ultra in terms of capacity, this 20000mAh power bank impresses with its super-speedy 165W input, which means you can recharge itself faster than most using Beast Mode where you use both the USB-C ports to recharge the power bank up to 70% in around 20 minutes.
The smart display shows you what each of the ports is doing, battery status, connected devices, and when the unit is powering up in Beast Mode.
Who should buy the Cuktech 15 Ultra Power Bank 20K (165W)?
If you need as much power as you can get in a short time, look for this laptop power bank’s Beast Mode option.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Sandberg Survivor Powerbank 27000 PD65W – Most robust power bank for MacBook
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Battery capacity: 27000mAh (99.9Wh) Fastest Power Output: 65W Total Power Output: 65W Power Input: 60W USB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 2x USB-A (18W) Dimensions: 6.6 x 3.3 x 1.7 inches (168 x 85 x 42mm) Weight: 28.4oz (804g) Airline compatible: Yes
Macworld Test Score: 100%
Outdoor adventurers and in-the-field professionals need devices that are stronger than softy office desk jockeys and occasional airport travelers, and the Sandberg Survivor boasts a tough !P66 shell that is impervious to water and dust. As such it is bigger than most power banks but it would survive outdoors much longer and has a big enough battery to keep a bunch of devices charged up before being introduced to a wall charger again.
Behind a protective rubber flap there are three USB ports: two old-school USB-A and one USB-C. We would have preferred more USB-C, which is used on most modern devices, and that singular USB-C port is also where you will charge the power bank itself. The USB-C port outputs at up to 65W and receives power at 60W. Each of the USB-A ports can output at 18W. Total simultaneous power output is 65W. Uniquely, there is also a 24W DC 5525 port if your devices can be powered using this connection.
As it charges at a maximum 65W, it’s better suited to the lower-end 14-inch MacBook Pro and 13 and 15-inch MacBook Air, rather than the more powerful versions of the 14- and 16-inch Pro MacBooks that prefer a 100W or higher charger. That said, if your 16-inch Pro is on an outdoors adventure, the Survivor will still charge it, just a little slower than a 100W or 140W power bank.
Who should buy the Sandberg Survivor Powerbank?
If the other laptop power banks reviewed here look too fragile for your next trip to the mountains or jungle, the Survivor is built to take some punishment—just look out for your MacBook!
Great for: MacBook Air, MacBook Neo. or any adventurer’s laptop
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 145W Power Input: 65W USB ports: 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (45W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (22.5W Max) Dimensions: 4.4 x 2.7 x 2.4 inches (112 x 68 x 60mm) Weight: 19.6oz (555g) Airline compatible: Yes
Both a 20K power bank and mini desktop charger (when connected to a USB-C wall charger). this stubbily compact battery pack features a 100W USB-C port at its rear and a 45W USB-C and 22.5W USB-A port at the front underneath a large color smart display.
While certainly portable it isn’t one to slip in your pocket or clamp to your phone on the move—the Nexode Qi2 is aimed at the iPhone using laptop owner. It’s a handy travel companion that should handle most of your power bank needs while out and about, and then sit on a desk as a smart-looking and informative charger that can charge four devices simultaneously.
Who should buy the Ugreen Nexode Qi2 Power Bank 20K 145W?
This semi-permanent desktop charger can be picked up and taken on your travels as a mid-range laptop power bank.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 210W Power Input: 110W USB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (45W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (30W). Dimensions: 6.3 x 2.2 x 2.2 inches (160 x 55 x 55mm) Weight: 22.4oz (636g) Airline compatible: Yes
The Cuktech 20 Power Bank 25000mAh 140W PD 3.1 power bank looks a lot like the Anker Prime 27650mAh, reviewed above, in a tall format with an informative smart display.
As with the Anker, there are three USB ports, with one at the required 140W for fast-charging a 16-inch MacBook Pro. The other two ports aren’t as powerful as the Anker’s though: 45W vs 140W, and 30W vs 65W.
An M2 MacBook Air should be fully charged with a little power left over for your iPhone, AirPods or Apple Watch.
Power input is also not as great, but at 110W it’s impressive enough compared to most. Maximum simultaneous power output is 210W—again not as high as the Anker but still respectable.
The Cuktech’s display gives more data than the Anker, which is informative for wattage junkies but probably overkill for most of us, who just need to know how much battery life remains in the power bank. Anker’s dedicated app is perhaps more useful. Again, this is a nice to have and the Cuktech power bank does the important stuff of recharging the laptop at a price point that is noticeably lower than Anker’s.
Who should buy the Cuktech 20 Power Bank?
This is an affordable 140W-capable power bank that lacks some of its rivals’ top-end specs but might be all you require at that price.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Cuktech CP253L 20000mAh Power Bank – Budget 20K 45W Power Bank with cable
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (74Wh) Fastest Power Output: 45W Total Power Output: 55W Power Input: 40W USB ports: 1x USB-C (45W PD 3.0) built-in cable; 1x USB-C (45W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (QC 18W Max) Dimensions: 6.4 x 2.8 x 1.2 inches (162 x 72 x 30mm) Weight: 17.6oz (499g) Airline compatible: Yes
The Cuktech CP253L is a budget rival to the Anker 165W Power Bank and Baseus Free2Pull Power Bank, and indeed any of the 20K laptop power banks reviewed here. It wins points for its built-in USB-C cable, although at 6 inches (150mm) the cable not as long or handy as the 2.3-foot (0.7m) retractable cable on the Baseus.
It is also a less powerful: 45W vs 60W via USB-C, and charges itself slower, too. It recharged our test MacBook Pro to 75%, again a little off the Baseus performance but probably enough for most users in need of a power boost. At 45W it’s fine for the MacBook Air but a little underpowered for the Pro MacBooks, which will charge a little slower.
(We’re only interested in Apple’s MacBook here but if you also own a Xiaomi laptop, its USB-C connectors can charge at 55W and the USB-A supports 33W UFCS charging for some Chinese phones.)
Who should buy the Cuktech CP253L 20K Power Bank?
The lower power input and output plus shorter cable, along with a slightly heavier weight, are compromises you may well overlook when you see the price. This is a great-looking—in either black or a cool white—and solidly performing portable battery pack for your laptop. It’s also available in the U.K. unlike the Baseus.
Great for: MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Alogic Ark 27000mAh Power Bank – Budget 140W laptop power bank
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Battery capacity: 27000mAh (97.2Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 140W Power Input: 140W USB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 6.1 x 2.1 x 2 inches (155 x 53 x 50mm) Weight: 22.4oz (635g) Airline compatible: Yes
This is another column-shaped laptop power bank with a high-capacity. The three top-mounted USB ports support PD 3.1 so it is particularly useful for owners of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, which can be fast-charged using one of this power bank’s 140W ports.
As total power output is also 140W, you can’t charge another device at the same time as fast-charging that top-end MacBook. If you want to simultaneously charge more devices, look for a power bank with a higher maximum power output. The similarly designed Anker Prime 27650mAh, reviewed above, can use all three of its ports up to 250W. The Ugreen 48000mAh Portable Power Bank, also reviewed previously, is a larger unit but can reach 300W total power output.
The Alogic Ark has a smart display screen that shows you how fast devices are charging, remaining battery capacity, and how long it will keep charging at the current speed.
Who should buy the Alogic Ark 27K Power Bank?
It’s a well-priced laptop power bank so you might be happy to choose the Ark over an alternative that can pump out more power at one time.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
Baseus Laptop Powerbank PD 100W 20000mAh – Slimmest power bank for MacBook Pro
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (74Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 100W Power Input: 65W USB ports: 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 2x USB-A (30W). Dimensions: 5.3 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches (134 x 134 x 18mm) Weight: 445g Airline compatible: Yes
The Baseus Blade HD Laptop 20000mAh Power Bank is a different design to most other laptop power banks. It is slim (18mm) and almost square rather than a rectangular obelisk. This makes it easier to slip into the laptop compartment of a backpack or case.
There are four ports: two 100W USB-C, and two 30W USB-A.
The 20000mAh capacity is enough to charge a 13-inch MacBook Air from zero to 100% once, with about 5% remaining.
The Blade HD also recharges via either of the two USB-C ports—although at 65W it’s slower than others reviewed here. In our tests it reached 90% after just 90 minutes and is fully charged after just under two hours—batteries always take longer to fill the last part of the charge.
Like other laptop power banks, it features a smart display, but this one is harder to read than the others tested here. It provides information about the capacity percentage, voltage, and current, as well as the approximate time for the charging process, but the practical benefit of the display would be even greater if the power was displayed in watts and not in a combination of volts and amps.
Baseus makes good products but can be let down by a confused product lineup. As well as the “Blade HD“, there is also a “Blade” with very similar specs and price but slightly longer (6.4 vs 5.3 inches). As far as we can tell, only the Blade is available in the U.K. while the smaller Blade HD is available in the U.S. and E.U.
Who should buy the Baseus Laptop Powerbank 20K?
If slimness is key in carrying your laptop power bank, the Blade will slip into a backpack or briefcase with ease.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh) Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 145W Power Input: 65W USB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 6.3 x 3.2 x 1.1 inches (160 x 81 x 28mm) Weight: 17.7oz (503g)
As well as its oblong Nexode laptop power banks, Ugreen offers an alternative slab shape in the form of the Ugreen 25000mAh Power Bank. We think the slab shape works better for portability, while the more vertical Anker shape looks good when sitting on your desk.
Offering 140W PD 3.1 via one of its USB-C ports, it is ideal for fast-charging the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Maximum power output, however, is only a little over 140W so there’s not much power left if you want to charge another device at the same time.
There’s not enough battery to fully recharge Apple’s top-end MacBook Pro, but it gets very close when recharging our test 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro.
It is closest to the 27650mAh Anker Prime power bank, and while having a little lower battery capacity it is nearly a quarter of the weight so is easier to carry around with you. The Ugreen battery pack can charge the same number of devices (three) as the Anker, but the Anker can pump out 250W of power simultaneously while the Ugreen is limited to 145W. The Anker is also much faster to re-charge itself, with 170W power input compared to Ugreen’s 65W.
The display is not as smart as those on other laptop power banks reviewed here, showing just the remaining percentage. That said, this is the key statistic you’ll be interested in rather than more detail on power input and output wattages.
Who should buy the Ugreen 25K Power Bank (145W)?
The max power output means you’ll only charge one MacBook at a time, but this is a slim portable power bank that offers enough charge for short travels.
Great for: 14/16-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh) Fastest Power Output: 100W Total Power Output: 100W Power Input: 65W USB ports: 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (30W); 1x USB-A (22.5W). Dimensions: 5.5 x 3.2 x 1.1 inches (140 x 82 x 28mm) Weight: 14.8oz (419g)
As well as its 25000mAh laptop power bank, Ugreen the a smaller and lighter Ugreen 100W 20000mAh Power Bank that is well-suited to the MacBook Air. This power bank should have enough juice in it to fully recharge a 15-inch M2 MacBook Air.
This model has a 100W power output so is less able for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, although it would still offer enough recharge to give even that laptop a few more hours of usage on the road, although with a total 100W, it’s limited to also charging other devices at the same time as a larger laptop.
Who should buy the Ugreen 100W 20K Power Bank?
This one is a useful option when portability is the main aim, as at 419g it’s one of the lightest laptop power banks with a decent battery capacity.
Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo.
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Power bank battery capacity
The larger the laptop power bank’s capacity the more charges it will be able to give your MacBook. While nearly all laptop power banks give their battery capacity in milliamp hours (mAh) it’s more instructional to know the battery capacity in watt hours (Wh) as Wh provides a more accurate estimation of a battery’s energy capacity for devices with varying power requirements.
A 13-inch MacBook Air has a battery capacity of around 50Wh; a MacBook Neo’s is smaller at 36.5Wh. The 16-inch MacBook Pro’s battery is rated at nearly twice that—just under 100Wh. To find out the Wh rating of your MacBook, check our our list of all the MacBook battery capacities.
In theory, a 100Wh power bank could recharge the smaller laptop twice and the larger one once. While it’s not quite that simple—due to issues such as the laptop using some power during charging and environmental conditions such as temperature—you will certainly get more charge from a power bank with a higher Wh rating.
Watt hours is also the measure used by airlines to determine whether you can carry the power bank onto a plane with you: see below our list of the best MacBook power banks for national and international in-flight battery regulations.
Battery to laptop charging speed
The speed at which a power bank can charge your laptop is important, especially if you are charging the MacBook while using it.
Like any USB-C charger, look for the wattage at which the power bank can output power. A small laptop (especially the Neo) requires perhaps as little as 40W to keep it powered up. A larger MacBook might require 65W or 100W. A 16-inch MacBook Pro can be fast-charged at 140W.
In technical terms, chargers and power banks have a USB PD (Power Delivery) rating. PD 3.0 has a maximum power output of 100W. PD 3.1 (useful for the 16-inch MacBook Pro) can output at 140W. The PD rating is assigned to each USB port (see below).
That top-end MacBook can be charged at 100W, but it will take longer to charge. If you use a much lower wattage charger, or power bank, your MacBook battery might not fill up as fast because the laptop battery is being used by your applications.
As such we haven’t looked at any laptop power bank rated at under 65W and make recommendations for each power bank we have tested as to which MacBook model it is best suited for.
It is fine to use a 140W PD 3.1 charger or power bank on a smaller laptop—nothing untoward will happen as the power output is regulated by the laptop being powered. Indeed, you can safely charge your AirPods case with a 140W charger even though it won’t take more than 5W.
Total power output
A power bank with multiple ports will also have a maximum total output, which is how much power all the ports can give out together at one time when each is connected to a different device.
A power bank might have two ports each rated at 100W, but if the total power output is 100W then that power will be shared between the ports. Look for a total power output that means the power bank can handle charging multiple devices at the same time at full speed.
Power input
Power Input is the wattage at which the power bank itself can be charged via a USB-C charger. Again, the more watts, the faster the charge up to the power bank’s full capacity.
USB ports
A power bank needs at least one USB port to carry the power from itself to the device being charged. USB ports today come in two basic varieties: old-school rectangular USB-A and modern reversible USB-C.
You will get the fastest charge using USB-C at the power bank end. At the MacBook end, the USB-C end of the cable will connect with the MacBook’s Thunderbolt port, which is identical to USB-C in looks and basic operation. Thunderbolt is backward compatible with USB-C.
Look for power banks with multiple USB ports so you can charge more than one device at a time: more than one laptop, or a laptop plus a phone or two, or your AirPods case and Apple Watch. A USB-A port might be useful if you need to power-up a device whose charger uses the older standard; for example, a Fitbit.
Power bank safety
Batteries can present a fire risk in certain circumstances, such as rapid overheating (a process called thermal runaway), overcharging and exposure to high temperatures. As such we recommend only power banks from trusted, premium manufacturers with a long record of producing safe, high-quality products. You will find cheaper power banks, but we believe that the safety of the device you are charging, your home or office, plus your bag if carrying it around with you, are paramount.
If you want to take your power bank on a plane, there are also regulations to abide by—or you’ll be leaving it at the Security Desk. See below the chart of our favorite laptop power banks for international airline rules on permitted power banks and batteries.
Which spare batteries and power banks can you take on a plane?
When damaged, short-circuited or overheated, batteries can catch fire and explode, so there are regulations in place to ensure safety onboard commercial aircraft.
If you are lucky you’ll find a charging point at the airport, but we know these are usually already taken. Many plane seats also have a USB port, but it’s often old-school USB-A where most chargers these days use the more modern, powerful and reversible USB-C connector.
You’d be wise to carry your own USB-C wall charger, which you can use if your plane seat includes a regular AC power socket. Remember that you might need a travel adapter depending on the nationality of the airline.
Most national and international batteries in flight regulations allow for lithium-ion batteries up to 160Wh, if permitted by the individual airlines.
U.S. TSA and FAA battery and power bank regulations
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) states that any “spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries, including power banks and cell phone battery charging cases, must be carried in carry-on baggage only”.
Both TSA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FFA) state that “with airline approval”, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium-ion batteries (101–160Wh).
TSA requirements apply to both air carriers and airports, and the FAA requirements only apply to commercial airlines.
U.K. Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) battery and power bank regulations
Up to two “spare batteries for portable electronic devices containing lithium-ion batteries exceeding a Watt-hour rating of 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh when carried for personal use are allowed for carry-on baggage and on one’s person. They are not permitted in checked (hold) baggage.”
Some airlines do not allow the power bank to be used during flight or be charged itself when in the air.
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) battery and power bank regulations
The European Union regulations are stricter: “If the Wh is higher than 100 but not higher than 160, you will need an approval from the operator to carry the item”.
EASA also states that “power banks should not be connected or providing power to a device while on board the aircraft”. So you can carry the power bank with you but not actually recharge your phone or laptop while on the plane.
How to find a battery’s Watt Hour (Wh) rating
Manufacturers are required to mark lithium-ion batteries with the watt-hour rating, but it’s often not clearly indicated on the packaging or on the power bank itself—look for some tiny writing on one side of the battery pack and you’ll eventually find the Wh rating. Don’t worry, we’ve done that for you in our recommendations below. You can calculate the number of watt-hours your battery provides if you know the battery’s nominal voltage (V) and capacity in ampere-hours (Ah), by using this calculation: Ah x V = Wh.
If you know only the battery’s milliampere hours (mAh), divide that number by 1,000 to get the ampere-hours (Ah). For example, 1200mAh divided by 1,000 = 1.2Ah. Then multiply that number by the power bank’s voltage.
The Mophie Roam stands out not just because it supports 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging, but because its StealthCharge technology keeps heat away from the charging pad, helping maintain maximum charging speeds without throttling. Rather than chasing the smallest possible design, Mophie targets premium travellers with a beautifully finished package that includes a travel case, global plug adapters and matching accessories
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What is it? 25W foldable 3-in-1 travel charger for Apple iPhone, Watch and AirPods.
Who is it for? iPhone 16 or later owners who want the fastest wireless charging for all their Apple mobile devices.
Who shouldn’t buy it? People not planning to travel can save on buying this package with travel pouch and plug adapters, and should instead consider the more fixed Mophie 4-in-1 wireless desktop charger that employs the same StealthCharge technology.
Many Apple users rely on their iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods every day — all of which need charging every day, too.
The number of 3-in-1 travel chargers for iPhone, Watch and AirPods is growing at the same rate that their size is shrinking. Some of our favorites include the Twelve South Butterfly SE, Anker MagGo Folding, Kuxiu X40, and Satechi OnTheGo.
Rather than competing in the race to be the smallest travel charger, Mophie has focused on creating a premium travel package. The Roam combines 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging with its clever StealthCharge technology, which keeps heat away from the charging pad to help sustain maximum charging speeds without throttling. It also includes a matching zipped travel case, global plug adapters, a 40W charger and coordinated accessories for frequent travellers.
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How compact is the Mophie Roam?
To be a bona fide “travel charger” the product must fold up to fit in a pocket and unfold to present three accessible wireless charging pads.
Like all the above travel chargers, the Mophie Roam does exactly that.
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It’s a bi-fold, meaning it consists of two hinged sections. Two becomes three because the iPhone Qi2.2 charging pad raises into a stand (allowing for Apple’s StandBy mode), exposing the AirPods Qi pad. The Watch charging module is on the other side of the fold, with it also rising into a stand so the Watch can be seen in Nightstand mode.
Folded it measures 3 x 2.8 x 1.3 inches (76 x 71 x 33mm); unfolded it’s 6.4 inches (162mm) wide. It weighs 233g.
From top left to right: Twelve South ButterFly SE, Kuxiu X40, Belkin UltraCharge Pro. From bottom left to right: Mophie 15W Travel Charger, Mophie 25W Roam Travel Charger, and Satechi OnTheGo Travel Charger.
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How does it compare with rival travel chargers?
There are smaller and lighter travel chargers available, but choosing between them will most likely come down to aesthetic preferences rather than cold dimensional comparisons. Even so, here are the facts:
Check out the individual reviews for more detail and pictures. The smallest and cheapest 3-in-1 is the Kuxiu X40, which can be raised to the tallest height. The Butterfly SE is dinkier but can simultaneously charge only two devices. The lightest is the Anker MagGo Foldable.
With its StealthCharge technology, the Roam is fastest—although not by a huge margin on the Kuxiu X40 or Belkin UltraCharge Pro.
The Roam comes with the nicest extras but is also markedly the priciest.
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How fast does it charge?
iPhone: 25W (Qi2.2)
Apple Watch: 5W
AirPods: 5W
These are the wireless fast-charging speeds for each device. Some Watch chargers reach 7.5W, but Apple classes 5W as fast-charging for the Watch. In our tests our Watch (Series 8) charged to 50% in 25 minutes.
Only the Kuxiu X40 and its cheaper but slightly larger X55 sibling match the Mophie Roam at 25W for iPhone wireless charging, with the others on the older 15W Qi2 standard.
Note that only iPhones 16 and later support wireless 25W charging; iPhones 12-15 can still be charged using Qi2.2 chargers such as the Roam but at 15W.
Where Mophie differs is its clever StealthCharge technology that moves the main components that generate heat away from the charging pad itself to keep it as cool as possible during charging as 25W can get hot enough to force the iPhone into throttling power to protect its battery from the heat.
If kept cool, a phone should charge uninterrupted at full speed. Some chargers include fans to keep the pad and phone cool, but StealthCharge removes the need for them and so goes about its business silently. Vents at the back no doubt help too.
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What’s included in the box?
The Mophie Roam ships with five interchangeable adapters—for North America, Europe, U.K., Australia and New Zealand, and Korea—in its rather lovely travel pouch with organizer pockets for everything including its 5ft (1.5m) USB-C cable, 40W charger and international plugs.
The pouch measures 10.9 x 3 inches (277 x 76mm).
There’s even a little weighted cable accessory to keep it all neat and tidy, which in black is the only thing in the Sail Cream-colored model that’s not matching.
Sail Cream is a lux off-white. Roam is also available in Black.
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Is the Mophie Roam worth $149?
The Mophie Roam is priced at $149.95 / £119.95, which is a decent chunk more than its rivals.
It ships with the nicest travel case and color-matched extras such as the 40W charger with international plug adapters.
Should you buy the Mophie Roam Travel Charger?
The whole package—pocketable 3-in-1 folding travel charger, travel case, charger, plug adapters, and cable—is beautifully put together, and more importantly the tech is not only the fastest possible but includes clever features that ensure that fast wireless charging speed is maintained from start to finish.
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