I was originally a bit upset with this purchase because I thought it had to be fast/quick charge capable for its price. Anker's support team contacted me and are shipping me a Quick Charge battery free of charge. I don't know of many companies that are willing to do that. This isn't even the first time that they've gratuitously helped me out with a product that I've purchased from their company. If customer service is big for you, don't be afraid to deal with Anker.
One thing that this battery provides is a Trickle Charge option which explains the higher price for a non-Quick Charge battery. This is important to make note of when deciding what battery is right for you. This feature allows you to effectively charge low drive electrical products, such as Bluetooth headphones. If that isn't something that applies to you, then Anker has other models to fit your needs. If it is something you are looking for, as some batteries don't even charge those devices, then this battery is a good choice.
Build wise it's about what you'd expect. It's not very compact but the trade off is durability. It feels heavy duty and the USB ports fit the plugs snugly. The case it comes with is made of a nice quality mesh. It's definitely not cheap feeling.
It charges my Samsung Galaxy S9 in a little under 2 hours while my default Fast Charger does it in about 1.5 hours. That's pretty fast considering that this isn't a Quick Charge battery.
Buy this if:
-You charge devices that don't require a high charge such as Bluetooth headphones or simple USB devices.
-Prefer durability over compactness
Look for another model if:
-You need Fast/Quick Charge
-You don't need trickle charge
I bought this as soon as I received an email that this was out. No need to “have for two weeks” to get a true understanding that this is a Anker product, which anker always makes amazing products. The new iPhones are being announced tomorrow so I was in need of not only an upgrade to my phone but to my portable charger. I previously had the PowerCore 5000 which was compact and could charge my iPhone 6s at least 2 times which was wonders. But now I need more, more juice.
Update: anker contacted me after I posted my initial review and offered to send me a lighter weight model with quick charge capabilities at no extra charge. To say that I am impressed is putting it lightly. The new charger, power core II 10000 is much more my style. It fits in my purse without weighing it down and I can carry it in the palm of my hand without issue. I used it on a trip last week and it charge my phone quickly and recharged fast as well.
Just to clarify, there's nothing wrong with the Powe core lite 20000, it is just not the right model for me. I appreciate the good customer service anker provided and added a star to my initial review
Initial review: First impressions are meh. For the price, I would expect a bit more. First, it's heavy. I mean, it's like carrying a big rock in my purse. It feels about as heavy as my surface pro, if not heavier.
Second, from 24% battery life on my galaxy s7 the Samsung quick charger estimated a 1 hr 0 min charge time to full. This anker battery estimated 1 hr 12 min charge time. Not a huge difference obviously. I can probably live with it but like I said, for the price I would expect better.
I gave it 4 stars because I judged it based on two factors; how 'portable' it is and how well it works.
I was really surprised with how heavy this thing is. This was my first portable charger unit so I'm not sure if this is standard for a 20000mAh unit or Anker just intentionally built this one like a tank, therefore I didn't give it 3 stars.
But it does work as intended. It chargers my phone and tablet at the same time efficiently and it definitely will be good to take away as backup for a couple of days of vacation.
I think this is just too heavy for a "portable" charger. Had I known this was gonna be this heavy I wouldn't have bought it. But if you're a clumsy person or don't mind something heavy then this unit is perfect. This thing is solid. Even though I haven't dropped it, I'll bet it can stand up to a lot of abuse.
9/11/18: Received my order and excited to try out this new product. Had to charge it overnight to be fully charged. Will be testing this for the next few weeks and will come back for an update! It's a lot heavier than I thought though, but I guess that's what we get for a 20,000mah battery!
11/26/18: Took this battery with me on my recent trip to Seoul and Bangkok. It holds so much charge that i was able to charge it on the plane and then the next day I arrived. Loving this battery so far!
Feature Product
- The Anker Advantage: Join the 30 million+ powered by our leading technology.
- Power for Days: Delivers over 7 phone charges to iPhone 8, 5 charges to Galaxy S9 and iPhone X, or 1.5 charges to iPad Air 2.
- Simultaneous Charging: Twin USB charging ports let you charge two devices up to 2.4A per port-at the same time (Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported).
- Two-Mode Recharging: Use either USB-C or Micro USB, for more convenient recharging.
- What You Get: PowerCore Lite 20000 portable charger, Micro USB cable (USB-C cable and Lightning cable not included), welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service.
Description
PowerCore Lite 20000
The Versatile, Ultra-High Capacity Portable Charger
From Anker, America's Leading Charging Brand
Faster and safer charging with our advanced technology
30 million+ happy users and counting
Staying Power
Filled to the brim with charging power to keep flagship phones and tablets fully charged for days on end. Charge iPhone 8 over 7 times, Galaxy S9 and iPhone X each 5 times, or an iPad Air 2 about 1.5 times. PowerCore shows you just how mobile your devices can be.
Two is Better Than One
Dual charging ports with Anker's PowerIQ high-speed charging technology charge two devices at the same time—with a 4.8A total output
Recharge Your Way
PowerCore Litecomes equipped with both USB-C and Micro USB charging ports to save you time and frustration. Juice up your PowerCore with any port or cable you happen to have on hand.
Trickle-Charging Mode
Switch into a low-power mode to charge Bluetooth devices like wireless earphones, without risk of overcharging.
Worry-Free Warranty
At Anker, we believe in our products. That's why we back them all with an 18-month warranty and provide friendly, easy-to-reach support.
Notes:
- USB-C cable, Lightning cable, and AC adapter not included.
- When trickle-charging mode is on, the last LED light will remain green, regardless of battery status.
- The two input ports may not be used at the same time. The USB-C input port has no output function.
- Compatible with most USB-charged devices, including iPhone 8 / X / XS / XS Max / XR (Lightning cable required), Android smartphones and tablets (including the Nexus 7), USB-C MacBooks / iPad (USB A to C cable required).
Capacity: 20000mAh/74Wh
USB-C/Micro USB Input: 5V=2A
Output: 5V=4.8A (3A Max Per Port)
What's in the Box
- PowerCore Lite 20000 Portable Charger
I got the powerpack for travel, whether doing a day or few of flying or camping, and wanted a larger capacity one for powering all our gadgets and phones. This seemed perfect, and USB-C is a very relevant feature to have, as without it would take forever for the battery to charge. So far we haven’t had a chance to try it on a longer trip (and it is a tiny bit too big for purse, but if I needed power for long hours out, I’d just get a larger backpack to fit it). My husband has used it on a few worktrips and is happy with it.
USB-C, large capacity, and we’ve never had a bad experience with any Anker product.
I've bought many anker products since back in 2013 as well and with the new phones coming out I need a bigger battery bank. And this thing is amazing. Granted my old battery banks are great and I use them for my gopro and iPad. I can't recommend these products enough. Glad Anker is selling these at an awesome price compared to other companies.
Though on the heavier side , but that will not stop you from carrying it around . The build quality is fantastic and much smaller in length than the previous power banks of similar capacity. As like all Anker products , this one is also highly recommended !!!
This thing is an absolute savage of a charger! No electricity for a week? No problem. This mean SOB will charge an iPhone 8 Plus for 4 or 5 consecutive days and still beg you to hook up with your iPad Air a couple of times to drain the rest of its juice. It’s not in the pamphlet, but I’m fairly certain this thing could jump start a big rig wrecker in pinch, or maybe even power a tiny home for an hour or two. Seriously folks, I got around 10-12 full charges for my iPhone 8 before I had to recharge the battery. It does take 5+ hours to recharge, but unlike my old lady, it does not mind spending a night alone and turns itself off when finished.
I bought this for my husband so he could charge on the go, however I would not describe this portable charger as “light and compact.” I had hoped he could throw it into a cargo pocket with his phone, but it is much too big and heavy for that. This power bank is bigger than my hand and weighs too much to carry on your body. It is portable in the respect that you could throw it into a bag with your computer or something, but I would not carry it in my purse. I found the description of “light and compact” misleading and for that I gave it only 4 stars. Otherwise, it does what it says it does and we have been pleased with other Anker power banks we have had in the past. Just wish it was smaller/ lighter and truly portable.