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Anker Power Bank PowerCore Essential 20000 Portable Charger with PowerIQ Technology and USB C Input Only High Capacity External Battery Compatible with iPhone Samsung Huawei iPad and More
Last Updated: November 1, 2020 (Refresh Now)
9.0
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Charging
200charges, anker, charged, power bank, usb c
+88%
-13%
" ... Usefultht it can charge two devices at once. ... "
" ... Great product has about 6-8 charges in it for an iPhone from a flat battery in the phone. ... Quick charge button on it. ... "
" ... I got this for my nephew to keep his iPad charged at school ... "
" ... Have used this a few times when away fishing, charges my IPhone very quickly and seems not to bother the power bank, two charges and still shows full! ... "
" ... Fantastic power bank have bought a few from anchor really good for out and about while camping keeping the juice flowing ... "
" ... Anker never seems to disappoint ... "
" ... It charges my phone's and tablets just as quick as a mains charger. ... The unit itself charges overnight, and is able to recharge my devicesthree or four times ... "
" ... It charged my Phone so fast. ... "
Battery Life
117charged, fully, charges, battery life, capacity
+93%
-7%
" ... Bags of power storage once charged up. ... "
" ... Great powerbank that has the option to trickle charge devices too. ... "
" ... It takes a good couple of hours to charge in full but holds the charge well for days and powers the phone up to 4 times. ... "
" ... The battery life on this bad boy is phenomenal- definitely worth the money and would recommend 👍. ... "
" ... This has quite the capacity if you just want to charge a phone with it. ... "
" ... Lasts many charges over - my phone is essentially a landline as it doesn't hold charge well anymore, so I always have this in my backpack when out and about listening to music. ... "
" ... You need to charge the power bank for at least ‘10 HOURS’ fully before using. ... "
" ... A great battery charger. ... "
Size
44carry, bag, compact, powerbank, power bank
+98%
-2%
" ... Fast charging, small enough to carry around, not too heavy. ... "
" ... It’s compact too. ... Goes in my bag with a couple of cables and I can recharge as I travel! ... "
" ... Bigger powercore+ is much better. ... "
" ... Brilliant product, especially for people who travel a lot. ... "
" ... Great product, too heavy to carry in your bag ... "
" ... Nice size slightly bigger than a Samsung S7 twice as thick . ... "
" ... Brilliant for long journeys! ... "
" ... Great for travel & in the car. ... "
Power Consumption
30bank, best power bank, great power bank, far, ever
+100%
" ... after my daughter moaning her power bank was no use I researched some and decided on this one . ... "
" ... Great power bank, ace . ... "
" ... This power bank is one of the best I've ever had. ... "
" ... Best power bank I’ve ever had. ... "
" ... Brilliant power bank! ... "
" ... Live this power bank. ... "
" ... Amazing little power bank. ... Over all it’s the best power bank for the price that I have ever owned. ... "
" ... Good power bank. ... "
Product Reliability
22working, years, replacement, stopped, new one
+86%
-14%
" ... Very nice and long life ... "
" ... Still going strong a year later. ... "
" ... Can't say any negative comment about it in a month use. ... "
" ... I have been using Anker powerbanks since many years. ... "
" ... Anker pro actively contacted me and sorted me out a replacement. ... New one works fine. ... "
" ... Love this, take it everywhere not me down and had it a few months ... "
" ... Bought this for a holiday, havent stopped using it, great buy, does what it says . ... "
" ... The unit came on time and is working well. ... "
Price
22value for money, money, worth, well worth, good value
+100%
" ... Well worth investing in for anybody on the go. ... "
" ... for the money I honestly don't think it can be beaten! ... "
" ... This item is value for money and I use it all the time. ... "
" ... Initial price was £25.99, at this price it’s great value, noticed price has been increased to £32+. ... Very simple to use, a shame the price was increased. ... "
" ... It's good value if you get it when on sale ... "
" ... Great value for your money ... "
" ... - Absolute steal at £30 ... "
" ... Excellent product for the price and it is worth the price. ... "
Build Quality
21build, well made, sturdy, solid, surface
+90%
-10%
" ... I really like this sturdy power bank ... "
" ... - robust, I’ve dropped it many times and it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down ... "
" ... Good quality plastic. ... "
" ... Feels really robust too. ... "
" ... It comes with a soft bag. ... "
" ... First Impressions: This is well made, I like the matte finish which doesn't then get scratches, it comes in a handy protective bag ... "
" ... This PowerCore Essential 20000 comes with a nice protective mesh style carry pouch and a 60cm USB A to Micro cable. ... "
" ... It has a rough texture on the top surface which provides some grip to prevent it from slipping out your hand. ... "
For Travel
20trip, travel, trips, power, day
+100%
" ... I use this for carrying when hiking and wild camping. ... "
" ... Provided power for two iPhones over a four day camping trip ... "
" ... Takes worry out of travel plans re charging equipment. ... "
" ... Great for travel & in the car. ... "
" ... Great for camping or no near power points. ... "
" ... I travel a lot and these products just make my life easier. ... "
" ... My first toe dip into charging banks, as I needed a decent one while wild camping. ... "
" ... I bought it to use on my trips abroad, and the battery is awsome. ... "
Ports
11usb, micro usb, port, input, charging
+55%
-45%
" ... This model features dual input USB-C and Micro-USB charging sockets plus dual USB output sockets. ... "
" ... Works really well I like the usb c. ... "
" ... I like that I can charge with USB C or with Micro usb. ... "
" ... It as two normal sized USB ports, and two small micro USB. ... "
" ... 4) Has 2 fast USB charging ports (I believe 3.0?) ... "
" ... As I travel a lot for work and can’t rely on always having power sockets to plug into i need a decent power bank. ... "
Cover
9pouch, carry, bag, usb, nice
+89%
-11%
" ... Robust and handy carry bag. ... "
" ... In the package you get the charger, a micro usb cable and the protective pouch. ... "
" ... It is portable, and comes with a handy carry pouch, its not too heavy or bulky but just right. ... "
" ... I use this as my every day carry battery pack and the little bag it comes in keeps it in good shape. ... "
" ... Still comes with the fabric carry pouch which is a nice touch for keeping a micro USB and a USB C cable with the Powerbank so I have them when I need them. ... "
" ... Comes with a nice bag to keep it safe too. ... "
" ... It comes with a soft bag. ... "
" ... - Includes a mesh carrying pouch ... "
Cables
9charge, cables, usb, comes, bag
+89%
-11%
" ... With the correct cable, seems to work great ... "
" ... It’s not too heavy and comes with a storage bag that I keep my spare cables In. ... "
" ... I have an iPhone 11 pro and I have to use a cable for iPhone 6 to be able to charge it. ... "
" ... This PowerCore Essential 20000 comes with a nice protective mesh style carry pouch and a 60cm USB A to Micro cable. ... When it comes to power banks and charging cables, Anker is the only brand I consider. ... "
" ... Holds a good amount of power, takes awhile to charge but this depends on cable and mode you have it set for. ... "
" ... Goes in my bag with a couple of cables and I can recharge as I travel! ... "
" ... The bare item weight is 340g (and, with cable and bag, is 360g). ... "
" ... Not only will you not lose your wires it won’t get scratched. ... "
Storage
9comes, heavy, capacity, storage, lot
+89%
-11%
" ... Holds a lot of power and very happy with it. ... "
" ... Great product, too heavy to carry in your bag ... "
" ... It’s not too heavy and comes with a storage bag that I keep my spare cables In. ... "
" ... Pros: A LOT of capacity, excellent quality ... "
" ... The bag it comes with is genuinely good rather than a token bag you immediately throw away. ... "
" ... I wanted a powerbank that I could trust actually had the advertisedd capacity. ... "
" ... Comes with a nice bag to keep it safe too. ... "
" ... It comes with a soft bag. ... "
Ease of Use
8use, simple, price, increased
+100%
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... This product is efficient a d easy to use. ... "
" ... Very simple to use, a shame the price was increased. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and easy to use . ... "
Overall performance
7job, quality, good, years, continues
+100%
" ... Good quality and good value, performance not the best ... "
" ... I hope this level of performance continues. ... "
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... Just the job ... "
" ... So far great performance . ... Update to say performance is so good I've bought a second one 👍 ... "
Design
7design, robust, new, version, textured
+100%
" ... This is the best powerbank used, sleek and longlastung - worth the investment. ... "
" ... Nice and sleek button and light design. ... "
" ... Nice looking powerbank and very robust. ... "
" ... Very happy indeed with this one - I have the previous fat and glossy version also, and this new flatter/slimmer, more textured style is very nice. ... "
" ... I like the new rugged feel design. ... "
" ... Build feels great and output impressive. ... "
" ... Feels really robust too. ... "
Delivery
6quick, product
+83%
-17%
" ... Been using for a while now and very happy was very quick delivery and does what it says it does 5stars 100per cent ... "
" ... Second one bought, excellent product ... "
" ... Delivery perfect as always. ... "
Device Compatibility
6ipad, device, working, work, use
+83%
-17%
" ... I got this to use with an ipad pro that i now use as a macbook replacement. ... "
" ... Good back up for iPhone and iPad. ... "
" ... And it worked seamlessly ... "
" ... But with the ease that Anker dealt with me I am happy now I have a working device). ... "
" ... It's a great device. ... "
For Kids
4pleased, charge, bank
+100%
" ... after my daughter moaning her power bank was no use I researched some and decided on this one . ... "
" ... Does the job, keeps kids happy. ... "
" ... My son in law was very pleased with it. ... "
" ... It now powers both my children’s iPads at the same time with no problems when they forget to charge them. ... "
As Gift
4bought, given, gift, lot
+100%
" ... - great gift for any one who uses their phone a lot, travels a lot or goes to festivals ... "
" ... Bought this for a Christmas present and hasn’t lasted at all. ... "
" ... Given as a gift, recipient loved it. ... "
" ... This was bought as a present. ... "
Marketplace
4+100%
" ... Second one bought, excellent product ... "
" ... I got this when it was discounted in the lightening deals. ... "
" ... It is well built and does the job as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
Fit
4pouch, lot, bank
+75%
-25%
" ... Holds a lot of power and very happy with it. ... "
" ... Sadly the expeditions have been put on hold, but the power pack appears to do the trick nicely. ... "
" ... 1) quite big, but probably just about fit in pocket ... "
USB
3micro usb, high, usb, two, separately
+67%
-33%
" ... Works really well I like the usb c. ... "
" ... It as two normal sized USB ports, and two small micro USB. ... "
Weight
3relatively, heavy, bit heavy, bit, models
+67%
-33%
" ... Amazing product, but a bit heavy. ... "
" ... Very good bit of kit, spot on, quality buildship, little heavy but worth its weight in gold. ... "
Comfort
3surface, robust, feels
+100%
" ... It has a rough texture on the top surface which provides some grip to prevent it from slipping out your hand. ... "
" ... Feels really robust too. ... "
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