Best Power Banks in 2023

The Oraimo PowerBox 500 makes its way into our list of the best power banks of 2023 because of its service and price budget. It is a recommended power bank for road trips and outdoor uses. The Oraimo PowerBox 500 is a 50,000 mAh capacity power bank that houses about 4 output and 2 input ports; 2 AniFast output, a normal output, and 2 Type-C input and output ports. Its dual USB ports support super-fast charging, while its Type-C ports only go as much as fast charging. The Oraimo PowerBox 500 can charge a laptop through its Type-C ports albeit slowly and iPhone’s optimized battery charging feature restricts its charge to only 80% on the device. The power bank needs about 13 hours and 25 minutes to fully recharge. Its plastic build is quite durable and it weighs only about 1.1kg considering its capacity. Its handle makes the Oraimo PowerBox 500 quite handy.

Input/Output ratings

Input1(Type-C): 5V 3A,9V 2A

Input2(Micro-USB): 5V 2A,9V 2A

Output 1: 5V3A,5V/4.5A,4.5V 5A,9V2A,12V1.5A

Output 2: 5V3A,5V/4.5A,4.5V 5A,9V2A,12V1.5A

Output 3: 5V3A

Output 4(Type-C): 5V 3A,9V 2.2A,12V 1.5A

The Anker power banks are having a field day as one of the best power banks in 2023, the Anker Powercore III Elite is no exception. Like the other Anker power banks, the device boasts long-lasting and fast charging capabilities and is a great option for remote workers. The Powercore III Elite which has a staggering 25,600 mAh battery capacity that fits into a 7-inch long case and weighs scarcely 3 pounds fits into a pocket. It is one of the best and most capable chargers of laptops among other power banks in 2023. It easily charges two smartphones simultaneously and powers an iPhone 13 about 6 times on full charge. With dual USB-C and dual USB-A outputs, it charges four devices simultaneously and also has a trickle charging mode for low-current devices. The power bank recharges in 2 hours with an Anker Pod 65W wall charger and in 9 hours with a 12W wall charger. 

Input/Output ratings

Input 1(USB-C) up to 65W with Anker Pod

Output 1(USB-C) up to 87W

Output 2(USB-A) up to 18W

The Oraimo PowerBox 300 has a 30,000 mAh capacity and quite a weighty black plastic device which Oraimo claims to be fireproof.  The power bank has 6 different USB ports:  4 USB-A ports a micro USB port and a Type-C port with an LED screen that shows the battery percentage. Each port provides a 15W charging speed which is lower than most power banks of lower battery capacity on the list of the best power banks in 2023. It has a low current charging mode to enable the charging of mainstream devices like smartwatches and earbuds at an ideal pace. The Type-C port allows the power bank to recharge itself from 0-100% in 12 hours at 15W. It also has the AniFast fast charging chip which smartly identifies your device’s fast charging protocol. According to reviews, it fills up a 5000 mAh smartphone at least four times which is substantial, one wouldn’t expect much with such a budget. 

Input/Output ratings

Micro-USB Input 1: 5V 2A

Type C Input 2&output 5: 5V 3A

Output 1: 5V 3A(MAX)

Output 2: 5V 3A(MAX)

Output 3: 5V 3A(MAX)

Output 4: 5V 3A(MAX)

As one of the best power banks in 2023, the Romoss power bank is a 60000mAh battery capacity device that is built like a brick and weighs about 1.366kg. The Romoss 60000mAh has an LED display which relays real-time battery, voltage and amps information to the user. The power bank has a lightning port, a micro-USB port and a Type-C (doubles as input and output) as its input ports. There is a USB quick charge, two USB-A ports and a two-way Type-C port for output and can charge about four devices simultaneously. 

The Romoss 60000mAh can power an S22 12 times, an iPhone 13 14 times and an iPad about 10 times at 100% respectively at 18W. With a 9V2A adapter, the power bank can be recharged in 15 hours. The power bank also offers short circuit, battery over current protection, over power protection as well as anti-reverse protection for your device.

Input/Output ratings

Input 1(Type-C) 5V=3A, 9V=2A

Input 2(Micro-USB) 5V=2A, 9V=2A

Input 3(Lightning) 5V=2A, 9V=2A

Output 1(Type-C) 5V=3A, 12V=1.5A, 4.5V=5A

Output 2(USB Quick charge) 4.5V=5A, 5V=4.5A, 9V=2A, 12V=1.5A

Output 3(USB-A) 5V=2.4A

Output 4(USB-A) 5V=2.4A

The Mi 50W power bank is a 20000mAh capacity device that recharges at 50W max fast charging using a Type-C port in about 4 hours 30 minutes. As one of the best power banks in 2023, it is built with a body that glistens and the hard black cover has an excellent feel. The power bank comes with a Type-C port and two USB-A ports to enable the fast charge of three devices simultaneously. The Mi 50W power bank charges an iPhone 12 about 3 times, and a Nintendo Switch about twice. 

The power bank can easily charge low-current devices such as Mi bands and Bluetooth earbuds at their own pace. The device has quality and safety IC chips with temperature protection, over-discharge and overcharge as well as input and output overvoltage protections to keep your devices safe. 

Input/Output ratings

Input 1(Type-C) 5V⎓3A 9V⎓3A 12V⎓3A 15V⎓3A 20V⎓2.25A

Output 1&3 (2 USB-A) 5V⎓3A 9V⎓2.23A 12V⎓1.67A 10V⎓2.25A

Output 2(Type-C) 5V⎓3A 9V⎓3A 10V⎓5A 12V⎓3A 15V⎓3A 20V⎓2A

The power bank Star200 is an Itel power bank with a 20000mAh battery capacity that can recharge a 4000mAh smartphone 3 times, and it is also compatible with low-current devices. The Star200 power bank has dual USB-A output ports and a Micro-USB with Type-C input ports.  The device has an LED flashlight and various device protections for your devices and deserves a spot as one of the best power banks in 2023.

Input/Output ratings

Inputs (Micro-USB/Type-C) DC 5.0V, 2.1A

Outputs (2 USB-A) DC 5.0V - 2.1A

The New Age J175-20K power bank is one of New Age’s best power banks in 2023 and has a battery capacity of 22500mAh. The power bank comes with two built-in cables and charges at 22.5W speed. The J175-20K 22500mAh power bank has about four outputs; Type-C and lightning cables, as well as Type-C and USB-A ports. With a Type-C port and a lightning port, the power bank can be recharged in 5 hours. The device’s logo also doubles as an LED display. The power bank also has short circuit and overheating protections, as well as the overload protection of the connected devices and the power bank itself.

Input/Output ratings

Input 1 (Type-C) 5V=3A, 9V=2A, 12V=1.5A

Input 2 (Lightning) 5V=3A, 9V=2A, 12V=1.5A

Output 1(Type-C) 5V=3A, 9V=2.2A, 12V=1.67A

Output 2(USB-A) 5V=3A, 5V=4.5A, 4.5V= 5A, 9V=2A, 12V=1.5A

Output 3(Type-C cable) 5V=3A, 5V=4.5A, 4.5V= 5A, 9V=2A, 12V=1.5A

Output 4(Lightning cable) 2.4A max

This is arguably one of the best budget power banks in 2023. As a 30000mAh battery capacity power bank, the New Age power bank, FC30 30000mAh has a micro-USB, a Type-C and a lightning input. With a Type-C output and two USB ports, the device can charge three devices simultaneously. It takes about 6 hours to recharge the device through its Type-C input port. 

The FC30 30000mAh power bank can charge an iPhone 11 about 10 times, an S21 8 times, and a Tecno Phantom X about 6 times. The device has an LED display and multi-protection features such as short circuit and overheating protection, and overload protection for the power bank and the connected devices.

Input/Output ratings

Input 1(Micro-USB) 5V=2A

Input 2(Type-C) 5V=2A

Input 3(Lightning) 5V=2A

Output 1(Type-C) 5V=3A

Output 2(USB 1) 5V=3A

Output 3(USB 2) 5V=3A

Itel’s Star100 is a reliable 10000mAh battery capacity power bank with two outputs and two inputs. A single micro-USB, a Type-C for input, and two USB-A ports for output. It is considered one of the best power banks in 2023 because of its capability; it charges a 5000mAh smartphone thrice, and a Tecno Spark 4 Air twice, and allows for a simultaneous charge of two devices as well as other low-current devices. The power bank weighs only about 230g, thus, making it a very lightweight device. It also has short circuit protection amongst other protections as other power banks on the list.

Input/Output ratings

Inputs (Micro-USB/Type-C) DC 5.0V, 2A

Outputs (2 USB-A) DC 5.0V, 2.1A Max

The best power banks in 2023 would be incomplete without the Anker 337 power bank. The power bank is a 26,800mAh capacity device and is commonly known as the power bank 26K (26800). It is a lightweight and compact designed power bank that weighs about 495g. At 100%, the Anker Powercore 26800mAh power bank can charge a 4000mAh smartphone at least four times, and with Anker's power IQ and voltage boost technologies, it ensures the fastest charge for all devices. The power bank has 3 USB outputs and two inputs; a lightning and a micro-USB port. With a 4A input boost, the device recharges in 6 hours.

Input/Output ratings

Input 1 (Lightning) 5V ⎓ 4A, 5V ⎓ 2A

Output: 5V ⎓ 6A, 5V ⎓ 2A

Input 2 (Micro-USB) 5V ⎓ 4A, 

Output 1 (USB-A) 5V ⎓ 6A, 5V ⎓ 3A

Output 2 (USB-A) 5V ⎓ 6A, 5V ⎓ 3A

Output 3 (USB-A) 5V ⎓ 6A, 5V ⎓ 3A