Best power banks and battery packs in the UK for reliable charging, tested

It’s disempowering when your smartphone, laptop or other important gadget runs out of battery. Carrying a power bank is your ticket out of electronic oblivion: these pocket-sized cuboids plug into compatible devices and charge them, often via USB-C and USB-A. Most are aimed at smartphones and smaller gadgets, though some models can also charge laptops, and larger portable power stations handle high‑voltage appliances for camping, garden parties and power cuts.

To find the best options, I put 17 top models through their paces, including offerings from Belkin, Anker, Cuktech, Iniu, Ugreen, Bluetti, Acer and EcoFlow. Bear in mind that any particular power bank will only be suitable for charging compatible devices based on its power output and connectivity; check the specs against your smartphone or other devices before you buy.

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