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Poweradd Slim2 Auto Detect Portable Charger Power Bank 5000mAh Black
Last Updated: February 27, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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Review Analysis - 791 recent, verified reviews
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Charging
334charges, charged, fully, recharge, lasts
+69%
-31%
" ... Charging phone/tablet on the move ... "
" ... Super easy to use, charges your phone as if it were plugged into a mains socket, which was great, as I'd previously picked up a different brand only to discover that it was unneccesarily complicated to use and would only charge 1% after being plugged in for hours . ... "
" ... Very fast charging and feels nice in the hand! ... "
" ... Whilst it worked it was good but it stopped charging after 8 months. ... "
" ... Charges easily and lasts over a full iPhone charge ... "
" ... Power lasts for ages on it, easy to charge and small enough to fit into your bag. ... At the moment I have an iPhone 6 so my battery is rubbish and this charger has been a life saver. ... "
" ... After charging , I left the lights on for an hour - in that time the charge indicator (great feature!) ... "
" ... This has lasted me three and a half years and still going, yes I only get one full iPhone charge out of it but it’s still going, it’s been on a 700 mile cycling trip in the uk it’s been on a 100 mile hike and it comes to work with me every night 100% top purchase and something that I use most days ... "
Battery Life
228charged, charges, fully, battery life, lasts
+63%
-37%
" ... It lets me charge ,my phone about 2 full times before I have to charge it. ... "
" ... A solid state battery that charges quite quickly, and recharges my mobile in less than 15 minutes. ... "
" ... Never leave home with out it lightweight easy to pack & always saves me when battery is nearly dead. ... "
" ... Long lasting charge. ... "
" ... I haven’t given stars for durability, battery life etc because I haven’t had it long enough yet. ... The last portable charger I had would not retain charge once you’d used it once. ... "
" ... When fully charged it charges my phone up fully approx. ... "
" ... It's always a struggle finding a cheap portable battery charger that holds the charge and doesn't just stop working. ... Holds the charge very well and seems durable. ... "
" ... Cheaper than having to renew battery on the iphone. ... "
Size
124handbag, pocket, compact, bag, easy to use
+93%
-7%
" ... It's easy to use, fits in to my handbag quite easily. ... "
" ... So small and easy to transport. ... "
" ... Ideal size for pocket or handbag. ... "
" ... Great product, practical, small & easy to carry around ... "
" ... This is a very easy product to use and is quite small so it is easy to move around if you're travelling. ... "
" ... It has had regular use as I travel for work, but not anything like daily. ... "
" ... I always carry it in my bag its the perfect size ... "
" ... Small and easy to carry ... "
Product Reliability
85stopped working, working, month, stopped, charge
+34%
-66%
" ... After using only a few times, it doesn’t work anymore and I don’t know why ?? ... "
" ... Only used it twice and it has stopped working after 2 months! ... "
" ... Was great for the couple of months that it worked, then it died - didn't take any more recharges so pointless ... "
" ... Absolutely loved it until it stopped working! ... "
" ... Rubbish, not even a year and that thing has stopped worked. ... "
" ... Worked OK for a whil but has now stopped taking a charge so useless ... "
" ... Bought one in Jan 2018 and the unit has failed already. ... "
" ... Stopped working only after a couple of usage ... "
Price
46good, money, waste of money, value for money, worth
+76%
-24%
" ... Good value for money, bought it twice after losing the first one ... "
" ... Good for the price that i pay for it. ... "
" ... Wonderful product worth every penny ... "
" ... Value for money ... "
" ... Its great for its price would honestly recommend. ... "
" ... good price for the money ... "
" ... I bought this and a similar product - the latter was twice the price but performed just the same . ... "
" ... This is a great product for it’s price! ... "
Ease of Use
33small, easy, use, super, says
+97%
-3%
" ... Excellent item easy to use use. ... "
" ... So easy to use ... "
" ... Great quality and easy to use. ... "
" ... small, easy to use, easy to carry in handbag ... "
" ... It's easy to use but obviously doesn't last that long ... "
" ... It is light and easy to use so fulfills my needs at a very reasonable price. ... "
" ... So small and easy to transport. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
Returns
26return, refund, window, sent, contacted
+35%
-65%
" ... I had issues with the first one sent to me which didn't work, got a replacement though and it works as it should. ... "
" ... Have emailed for replacement but not heard anything back. ... "
" ... However it has broken after 12 months and there is no method of contacting the seller to ask for a replacement? ... "
" ... Unable to return it as it has gone beyond 30 days. ... "
" ... Tried to return but I’m outside the 30 day window. ... "
" ... I am currently on holiday so cant return it. ... "
" ... I wanted to return it and apparently, this is not free either: ... "
" ... Contacted Poweradd and received a refund however. ... "
Fit
21fit, fits, bag, handbag, size
+95%
-5%
" ... Holds enough to charge a phone at least twice. ... "
" ... Solid and compact will fit comfortably in your pocket. ... "
" ... We have a USB backpack which it comfortably fits into where I can charge my phone, great for mummy's. ... "
" ... Great bit of kit if you are out and about - easy to slip into a bag or pocket ... "
" ... Power lasts for ages on it, easy to charge and small enough to fit into your bag. ... "
" ... Fits in my pocket ok and I get 2 charges of my iPhone 6s. ... "
" ... Not the highest capacity out there but I like the shape as it's easy to fasten to my bike handlebars or seat pack. ... "
" ... slghty larger than i expected but still fits in pocket, great product! ... "
Marketplace
20replacement, described, contacting the seller, way of contacting, review
+55%
-45%
" ... Brought for holiday to Canada. ... "
" ... Very prompt and attentive! ... "
" ... Item arrived quickly and as described by the seller. ... "
" ... After I wrote this review: ... "
" ... 2nd purchase of this item. ... "
" ... Item exactly as described ... "
" ... The product as described. ... "
" ... Thank you Sally! ... "
For Travel
19travelling, trips, traveling, travel, poweradd
+95%
-5%
" ... I was concerned that the airline may not let me take it on the plane but read up on it and information said to carry it in hand luggage with all the original paperwork. ... "
" ... Helpful if on a long day trip ... "
" ... Bought for daughter doing her D of E and to charge her phone on the overnight camping trip. ... "
" ... They worked flawlessly on the trip and have continued to work flawlessly for the 6 months since. ... "
" ... We used and liked this product for about two years, taking it on holidays with us to recharge our phones when travelling. ... "
" ... Useful for travelling ... "
" ... Perfect for traveling. ... "
" ... Helpful for day trips and good size for my handbag ... "
Build Quality
19feels, bag, pocket, durable, sturdy
+68%
-32%
" ... Slim line and easy to fit into any hand bag. ... "
" ... Long lasting, feels sturdy and is. ... "
" ... The unit looks extremely durable, it really does, much better than the ones that did not work. ... I have purchased many many powerbanks for years and this is up there with the most durable expensive ones I have purchased. ... "
" ... It's slightly heavy but that is a good sign, right? ... "
" ... Nice sleek design too, and easy to fit in coat pockets etc. ... "
" ... It feels like it weighs something and is sturdy enough to withstand being thrown around in a bag when I'm on the move. ... "
" ... just enough to know you have it in your bag feels nice to hold as well quite a tactile Matt surface ... "
" ... I've dropped it more than a few times and it still works perfectly. ... "
Storage
17pocket, space, size, taking, slip
+100%
" ... But the bottom line is that for the price and given the size (which is fine for just chucking in a bag or a coat pocket - I have larger power banks but they're big and heavy) - it's a decent buy. ... "
" ... But this little thing is perfect, fits in a pocket or a little bag. ... "
" ... Lasts long, small enough to be carried in a handbag/ crossbody bag without taking up much space. ... "
" ... It’s size makes it even more handy to throw in a bag ... "
" ... Small and neat, taking very little space in hand luggage. ... "
" ... It’s nice and dinky to fit in your pocket or bag. ... "
" ... decent size to bit in bags ... "
" ... Good size to keep in your hand bag ... "
Cables
14charging cable, plug, days, usb, supplied
+36%
-64%
" ... I changed wire but no result ... "
" ... Also it does not always work and you have to constantly fiddle with the cable. ... "
" ... Good product but the cable is incompatible with iPhone SE so disappointing ... "
" ... Stopped working after a few days and the charging cable wouldn't go in any more. ... "
" ... Ordered two one comes with a power cable other doesn’t and has clearly be used ... "
" ... Charging cable broke very quickly ... "
" ... The pin is bent because I do not always super carefully look that I plug in the USB cable the right way. ... Usually I encounter a little resistance when I try to plug in a cable the wrong way round. ... "
" ... I found this was way too heavy for me, and also didn't realise I would need a separate lightening cable as the title was condensed on my app - so I didnt see the full title ... "
Overall performance
12well, good, easy to use
+100%
" ... Seems to do the job. ... "
" ... I’ve used this a few times now and it’s doing the job well. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... Great little gadget that does the job perfectly. ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... does the job. ... "
" ... Very good but lead that comes with it is a bit naff besides that all good dose the job ... "
" ... Easy to use & does the job. ... "
Delivery
12time, delivery, well, working, quickly
+92%
-8%
" ... Excellent product arrived quickly. ... "
" ... Delivered really quickly too and the best price I've seen. ... "
" ... The replacement arrived quite fast, and is working perfectly! ... "
" ... Was a good price and good delivery time. ... "
" ... Happy with products and delivery. ... "
" ... Ordered and arrived on time. ... "
" ... Perfect for my needs - good value and fast delivery. ... "
" ... Arrived on time! ... "
Weight
11light, heavy, bit, little, easy
+82%
-18%
" ... Light, and inconspicuous in your bag, seems the right balance of cost, charge and weight. ... "
" ... Great but heavy ... "
" ... Light weight, easy to charge . ... "
" ... Greatly made thanks to its light weight and handy. ... "
" ... I was so impressed initially - light weight and quick charging of my I phone. ... "
" ... I bought due to it’s convenient size, light weight and reasonable power rating. ... "
" ... Not too bulky and heavy ... "
" ... A little bit heavier than my last two but so much better quality. ... "
As Gift
10bought, christmas, school, present, liked
+100%
" ... Gave as a gift, so don’t know about battery life or durability. ... "
" ... Can’t say much about durability as was a gift but looks nice and daughter-in-law happy with it ... "
" ... I've had one for 3 years now, just bought 2 for teachers Christmas gifts. ... "
" ... Bought for a friend as a gift as she is always needing to use mine - she loves it as it gives great charge at least twice, 10/10 ... "
" ... Great gift for my neice returning back to school. ... "
" ... This was bought as a Christmas present for a relative and they are very happy with it ... "
" ... Bought as a gift for a loved one who liked it very much. ... "
" ... Very pleased with this, ordering a couple for Christmas presents too as so good. ... "
Comfort
10bag, easy, slip, feels, slim
+100%
" ... Long lasting, feels sturdy and is. ... "
" ... Slim line and easy to fit into any hand bag. ... "
" ... Nice colour, lightweight and small enough to slip into a bag or even hold in your hand. ... "
" ... Good size to keep in your hand bag ... "
" ... The make is really good, the slim and minimalistic design feels comfortable in the hand. ... "
" ... Overall it works well and is easy to slip into a bag when going out . ... "
" ... It is easy to hold in hand and is no heavy at all! ... "
" ... I will be keeping the second as after having one they are so useful i feel lost without one . ... "
Power Consumption
9bank, well, really, purchase, output
+100%
" ... This power bank has served me well. ... "
" ... Very happy with this purchase great power output ... "
" ... Great power pack. ... "
" ... I've had this power bank for a while and it's still like new. ... "
" ... I'm really pleased with this power bank. ... "
" ... This power bank is 10x better than my other one also off a well know brand and it was more expensive ! ... "
" ... This was my first power bank purchase and I'm really happy with it! ... "
" ... Having the on/off button is great for saving the power. ... "
Device Compatibility
9works, well, used, tablet, mobile
+78%
-22%
" ... It is quick to charge my mobile devices. ... "
" ... Used as back up for my Nexus 5x so far so good , just needed a connecting lead ... "
" ... I find this excellent as my phone suddenly dies, I just plugin and can carry on using my phone. ... "
" ... Used to charge phones and tablets away from home. ... "
" ... It works for all my stuff, phone, tablet, ecig. ... "
" ... I use it for my Android phone and many other items. ... "
For Kids
7son, school, one, daughter, year
+100%
" ... My son was the first one to use it as I bought it with him in mind initially because he was going to the Young Voices concert with his school and I wasn’t able to attend. ... "
" ... I got this for my 12 year old neice and she loves it, a proper life saver as she puts it! ... "
" ... 13 year old loves this for travelling. ... "
" ... I liked it a lot had to get extra for my daughter ... "
" ... Bought one for the wife and a second one for my son. ... "
" ... Happy with purchase,no problems so far,brought for children,who have said "there really good." ... "
" ... Bought for my Son for our holiday. ... "
Design
7good, design, nice, got, slim
+100%
" ... This one is lightweight, well built, and looks good. ... "
" ... Quirky shape got attention. ... "
" ... Nice sleek design too, and easy to fit in coat pockets etc. ... "
" ... looks good also. ... "
" ... The make is really good, the slim and minimalistic design feels comfortable in the hand. ... "
Ports
6usb port, cable, using, pin, one
+67%
-33%
" ... One to stick to the back of each of my wall mounted guitars so I could have some subtle usb LED strips lighting them up at night. ... "
" ... Supplied cable not generous size wise but the input/ output sockets will take the standard USB fittings, so any good quality cable of a suitable length will work OK. ... "
" ... So happy with this, currently using it in my backpack which has a USB port. ... "
" ... I tried using it with another micro usb that I had in the house. ... "
Capacity
4one, without
+100%
" ... Don’t leave the house without it, wouldn’t be without it! ... "
" ... We now have four of these - one for each of the family. ... "
" ... This is a great little addition to our family tech. ... "
" ... Bought 3 for our family and all report the same. ... "
Software Platform
4android, works, well
+100%
" ... has a 4 LED capacity guide and the outputs are 'smart' to avoid potential overcharging of your mobile device. ... "
" ... It’s small and easy to carry around, specially when your using google maps, it’s likely your battery will drain quicker but with this on hand it’s a life saver. ... "
" ... I use it for my Android phone and many other items. ... "
Color
4good, colours, size
+100%
" ... Gppd choice of colours ... "
" ... Good colours I have blue /(turquoise and red) and good size size . ... "
" ... Nice colour - doesn’t get lost st in my handbag. ... "
Controls
3power, helpful, contact, battery life
+67%
-33%
" ... If you found this helpful please click the helpful button. ... "
" ... Having the on/off button is great for saving the power. ... "
Product As Described
3+100%
" ... Item exactly as described ... "
" ... Does the job as described ... "
" ... The product as described. ... "
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Specifications
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Size: 1.2 meters