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Carrying a charger that needs to be plugged in is fine, but if you’re on the go and don’t have access to an electrical outlet, you’re still in a difficult situation and unable to charge your phone.
A power bank is a portable charger that you charge before you set off and then plug it into your phone anywhere, so you can recharge the battery without looking for an available power outlet. Scroll on for eight portable chargers to keep you calm on the go.
Best power banks for charging on the go (Image: GETTY)
GETIHU Power Bank, portable charger from the JONKUU Power Bank (Image: Amazon)
They are certified for safe use on airplanes and can charge your phone while traveling without worrying about signal interference.
The practical LED screen keeps you up to date on how much battery is left in the charger, so you know for sure when the battery needs to be charged.
The ability of this device to charge two devices at the same time saves a lot of time and means that you can charge your phone and bluetooth headphones at the same time at high speed.
Some power banks can only effectively charge phones, but this device can easily charge smaller devices like headphones, smartwatches, speakers, and more electronics.
RRP: £ 15.99
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This Samsung Galaxy S8 can be fully charged 2.5 times and an iPhone 7 three times. This is the perfect accessory for a long day or a night away from home.
The indicator light on the device shows how much power is still available, so you won’t experience any nasty surprises.
This charger is about the size of the palm of your hand and very light and fits in most wallets. You’ll only remember having it with you when you need it.
RRP: £ 13.99
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Anker Power Bank, Portable Poweradd Slim2 5000mAh Charger (Image: Amazon)
This portable charger can charge most phones and tablets multiple times, giving you the freedom to worry about the next time you find yourself near an electrical outlet.
The double USB port allows you to charge your devices at the same time so you don’t have to wait to switch between charges.
RRP: € 34.99, now on sale for € 27.99 – save € 7
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This charger is only 3.9 inches long and 1.2 inches deep, and only slightly larger than lipstick. Hence, it’s just as easy to carry around with you.
Although it is a small device, it can charge most devices multiple times and has a particularly fast charge time.
RRP: £ 7.99
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HETP Power Bank, iPosible Power Bank (Image: Amazon)
This portable power bank can charge your phone between five and six times and is perfect for trips, hikes, and anything else where you know you won’t have reliable access to power for a long time.
The device has two USB ports that allow you to charge two devices at the same time, be it your partner’s iPad, a friend’s phone or just headphones.
RRP: £ 21.99
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You can charge multiple devices at the same time and expect this handy little power bank to offer eight full charges.
This power bank can change the current depending on the device being charged, so the safety of your phone is always a top priority.
Even if you have a device that is not very well known, this power bank is universally customizable. Regardless of what you have, you can count on this bank to charge you up.
RRP: £ 21.99
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EAFU Power Bank, iWALK Power Bank charger (Image: Amazon)
Small, thin and light, you can take this portable charger with you in almost any pocket or wallet.
The device offers efficient, high-speed charging and even has a built-in flashlight for emergencies (or to find the lost stuff at the bottom of your purse).
RRP: £ 13.88, on sale now for £ 11.03 – save £ 2.85
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One of the smallest devices on this list, this quick-charge power bank plugs directly into your iPhone so you don’t have to worry about carrying cables.
In its small size, it can still charge an iPhone 1.2 times, perfect for long days when you just need a small performance boost
RRP: £ 16.99
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