My power banks have to work hard, which is why I recommend buying these charging devices from reputable brands. I work to keep those brands honest by extensively testing dozens of products every year using an array of gadgets to make sure they do what they say they do on the box. I test capacity and power output, water resistance if applicable, and durability.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers.
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What is the best power bank right now? I've rigorously tested hundreds of portable chargers in recent years, putting me in the perfect position to identify which ones truly deserve your money. Testing a power bank involves power meters to measure capacity and power output, testing durability claims in real-world tests, followed by a chunk of time using the item on a day-to-day basis. At the end of this, I know just how good a particular power bank is. Also: We tested 10 power banks in our lab - and this one provided the fastest chargeMy pick for the best power bank overall goes to the Anker Nano 10,000 mAh for its portability, quality construction (this power bank has been knocked about by me in a handful of countries), the fact that it has USB-C and USB-A ports which means it caters to both old and new devices. And to top it all off, it comes with a super handy built-in USB-C cable. And you get all that for $30.In our June update, we added the Cuktech 15 Air and the BMX SolidSafe 10K as top picks. The best power banks of 2026 Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Why we like it: It's just everything that most power bank owners want from their power bank, and it really just continues to be the one I recommend to people who say they "just want a good power bank.". It offers decent to top up a smartphone during the day, it has both USB-A and USB-C ports so you're covered for all eventualities, and there's even a built-in USB-C cable, so you can't forget it!And to top things off, it's made by Anker, a company with track record of making quality hardware for a decent price.Review: Anker Nano 10,000 mAhWho's it for: Someone who want's a no-fuss, no-brainer power bank. And if you're the sort of person who forgets their cable (or you know someone who does this) then this is the power bank for them!Who should look elsewhere: This is a bit small for powering a tablet or laptop, and it doesn't make any claims regarding durability, so those looking for something bigger, more powerful, or more rugged should look elsewhere.Anker Nano 10,000 mAh tech specs: Capacity: 10,000mAh | Ports: 1 x USB-C cable, 1 x USB-C, 1 x USB-A | Max output: 30W
