Other MagSafe power banks to consider
Photography: Simon Hill
We like a few other MagSafe power banks that didn’t make our top picks.
Baseus Nomos Qi2 3-in-1 Magnetic Power Bank for $100: This high-capacity power bank features 10,000 mAh and Qi2 certification, allowing wireless charging of up to 15 watts. It also has a handy built-in cable that can reach up to 45 watts. Press the power button and you get a percentage of the screen remaining on the back above the fold-out stand. The only thing that keeps this from earning a spot above is the high price.
Torras magnetic portable charger with stand for $60: Our previous ring-and-stand pick, this power bank was replaced because it can only deliver 7.5 watts wirelessly, though you can always plug into the USB-C port for faster charging ( up to 18 watts). It’s relatively thin and light, has strong magnets and four LEDs to show battery level.
Share Icemag for $60: I’m usually a fan of Sharge’s translucent cyberpunk aesthetic, and the Icemag has RGB lighting and a small fan inside! It charges iPhones at 7.5 watts and offers 20-watt wired charging with a generous 10,000 mAh capacity. But it’s relatively bulky and the fan emits a high-pitched whine. You’ll only hear it if you’re in a quiet place, and while it keeps the power bank cool, my iPhone 14 Pro still got really hot. I love the look and think the cooling fan is a solid idea, but the design could be improved.
Burga Magnetic Power Bank for $100: If you’re appalled at the thought of attaching an ugly case to your iPhone, consider splashing out on one of Burga’s stylish MagSafe power banks. A mix of tempered glass and anodized steel, these beautiful power banks come in a wide range of attractive designs. The camouflage model I tested had strong magnets and charged my iPhone 14 Pro wirelessly (7.5 watts) to about 70 percent dead. The USB-C port can also supply 20 watts. The catch is the relatively high price for the relatively low 5,000 mAh capacity.
Groov-e Power Bank for £27: This affordable MagSafe charger is only available in the UK, but offers a decent 10,000mAh capacity with a display that shows the precise percentage remaining. You can get up to 15 watts of wireless charging (7.5 watts for iPhones), and the USB-C port can charge devices up to 20 watts. It’s a bit bulky, but the magnets are strong and it worked well when tested, providing a full charge for my iPhone 14 Pro with about 30 percent remaining.
Belkin BoostCharge Wireless Power Bank for $50: With a capacity of 5,000 mAh and a handy stand, this MagSafe power bank is decent. I like the choice of colors (especially purple), but the magnets feel a bit weak and the stand works better in landscape (it feels shaky in portrait). It fell well short of a full charge for my iPhone 14 Pro.
Bezalel Prelude XR Cordless Power Bank for $100: Bezalel’s smart X range includes two MagSafe power banks and a wireless charging plug. The XR, which I tested, has a 10,000mAh capacity, while the smaller X ($80) makes do with 5,000mAh. The XR is bulky and the stand feels flimsy, but it offers more than enough power to fully charge an iPhone 14 Pro. Both power banks charge iPhones at 7.5 watts and other Qi wireless phones at up to 15 watts, plus you can put your AirPods on the other side to charge at 3 watts. They also have USB-C ports that can deliver 20 watts.
Mophie Snap+ Juice Pack Mini for $36: This Power bank of 5,000 mAh capacity it works fine, but it’s a little bigger than it should be. It works with MagSafe iPhones, but comes with an optional accessory for non-MagSafe phones. Mophie’s Snap+ Powerstation Stand ($70) offers double the capacity and support, but is thick.
RapidX Boosta Power Bank for $30: Available in some bright colors, this MagSafe power bank packs 5,000mAh of power, and there’s an optional charging stand with a USB-C socket where you can place it. This portable charger added a respectable 76 percent to my iPhone 14 Pro’s battery, but wired USB-C charging is limited to 10 watts.
Avoid those MagSafe power banks
Photography: Simon Hill
Some of the MagSafe portable chargers we’ve tested aren’t worth it.
Alogic Matrix Universal Magnetic Power Bank for $60: This lightweight, 5,000mAh capacity magnetic power bank has an awkwardly angular look, but that’s because it’s designed to slide into a 2-in-1 Dock ($100)a 3-in-1 Dock ($140)already a pair of car docks ($60)like Anker’s 633 above. Unfortunately, one of the Alogic batteries I tested failed and refused to charge. The one that worked managed to add 74 percent to my iPhone 14 Pro battery.
HyperJuice Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack for $50: Another 5,000mAh MagSafe power bank, the HyperJuice looks pretty nice with four LEDs and a round power button on the back, but the USB-C port is limited to 12 watts and only managed upload my iPhone 14 Pro. to 71 percent.
UAG Lucent Power Kickstand for $50: This MagSafe power bank has a curved design with a soft-touch coating and a sturdy metal stand. Unfortunately, the capacity is only 4,000mAh, but it’s as big as some higher-capacity options, or even bigger. It added just 60 percent to my iPhone 14 Pro, charging wirelessly at 7.5 watts. USB-C maxes out at 18 watts, but you can get better power and performance for the money.
Moft Snap Stand Power Set for $79: I like the soft leatherette finish, and this power bank is comfortable in the hand and looks great, but the 3,400mAh capacity only added 41 percent to my iPhone 14 Pro. It comes with a magnetically attached folding stand and portfoliowith maybe enough room for a couple of cards or emergency cash. I like that it connects separately so you can ditch the power bank when it’s dead, but keep the support; it just doesn’t deliver enough power.
