Power bank: power within reach

How do I choose the best power bank?

Consider which devices you want to charge and how often. For a smartphone, a 10,000mAh power bank will suffice. If you want to charge multiple devices or more energy-intense gadgets, consider a more powerful model. These are often a lot heavier than one with less mAh though, so also think about whether you will carry the power bank with you on a daily basis.

Pay attention to size and weight

If you're on the move a lot, a compact and lightweight power bank will come in handy. A lightweight power bank is handy and fits easily in your bag. For adventurous trips, a larger, more powerful model is a good choice.

Check the charging options

Fast charging is a nice feature. Choose a power bank with multiple USB ports and support for fast charging, allowing you to charge multiple devices at the same time. Also note the charging speed; a higher output will charge your gadgets faster.

Capacity of a power bank

Power banks often have a lithium-ion battery. The capacity of a power bank is expressed in mAh. The average modern smartphone has a battery of 2000-2500 mAh. So with a 5000mAh power bank, you should be able to fully charge it about twice.

On a side note, both batteries, smartphone and power bank, are protected against over- and undercharging.

Buying a power bank Choose quality!

Power banks can be bought on every street corner these days, so to speak. But not all power banks are created equal. Inferior quality is common, unfortunately. . In some cases, cheap power banks are even dangerous. This is because the essential protection system that prevents under- and overcharging is missing. Such a powerful lithium-ion battery can even explode in extreme cases. Of course, you'd want to avoid this. At Knivesandtools you will only find top-quality products. Tested power banks from reputable brands and manufacturers. Products we use ourselves.