Anker’s Laptop Power Bank came to the rescue of my laptop and smartphone during a recent power outage. They were on the verge of dying, but its pair of built-in USB-C cables powered up my devices so I could keep working remotely. Since then, I carry it with me wherever I go, and it’s bailed me out time and again. If you need a powerful, portable charger, you can buy it for $94.49 ($25 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Anker with code WS7DV2RO9DEU, which is about $7 shy of its all-time low.
This power bank is equipped with three USB-C ports, each capable of delivering up to 100 watts of power when only one 100W-ready device is plugged in. It can provide up to 165W of power when two devices are plugged in via USB-C, or up to 130W when you’ve got up to four devices plugged in. Anker also includes a USB-A port, which is handy for those who own older devices. During the aforementioned power outage, it simultaneously powered my MacBook, smartphone, and even a USB-C-powered flashlight, bringing my tech back to life in just a couple of minutes.
What I also liked is that Anker includes a useful digital display that helps you keep tabs of remaining charge, battery health, and per-port power output. And, while the 25,000mAh / 90Wh power bank is a bit on the heavier side, it’s compliant with airline carry-on regulations, meaning you can safely take it to top up your gadgets during a flight. It’s a helpful gadget to have on hand, whether you’re working from a cafe, traveling, or stuck in the middle of a blackout.
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Correction, September 3rd: An earlier version of this article misstated in the headline that Anker’s Laptop Power Bank features a pair of retractable USB-C cables. It only has one.
