4 Best Power Banks for MacBook Pro

Gone are the days when power banks used to be just for charging smartphones. The advent of technology means that power banks can charge USB-C laptops like the Apple MacBook Pro. One of the main advantages of this method is that you can charge your laptop almost anywhere, whether you are on a bus or an airplane.

However, not all power banks are compatible with the Apple MacBook Pro. You will need one with a USB-C Power Delivery port to deliver the right amount of power. At the same time, the power bank must have enough muscle to power your laptop and then leave a small amount of power for your smartphone.

Depending on the make of your laptop, your Mac can do with power between 60W and 100W. Hence, it would be best to check the make of your MacBook before hitting the buying button.

We have done the leg work and have compiled a small list of power banks for the MacBook Pro.

Let’s check them out. But before we get to them,

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1. Easylonger 26800mAh Portable Charger

If you have the 16-inch MacBook Pro, the power bank is not enough to provide a full charge. However, a fully charged power bank can charge up to 80%. The only thing you need to ensure is to buy a compatible USB-C cable to bridge the MacBook and the power bank.

The Easylonger power bank also supports faster charging and takes about 3 hours to recharge.

Despite the somewhat steep pricing, it’s not the most durable power bank out there. Though it does a good job of partially refueling the Apple MacBook, it doesn’t last long. If you are looking for something short-term, it’s a decent pick. But if you want a durable and dependable power bank, we’d recommend you to skip this one.

2. Baseus 65W 20,000mAh Power Bank

Of course, a lot depends on how you use your laptop. The best part is that this power bank for MacBook Pro costs a lot less than the one above. More importantly, it performs better on the durability scale.

It bundles a USB-C port, two USB 3.0 ports, and a micro USB port. The USB-C port acts as the input and can accept Power Delivery compatible cables up to 60W.

This Baseus power bank has received a respectable number of user reviews. People love it for its charging prowess and affordable price tag. The best part is that it’s slim, and the metallic chassis gives it a premium look.

Apart from the Apple MacBook Pro, it can also charge Chromebooks and the MacBook Air easily. Do note that Baseus doesn’t supply a power adapter. So if you do not have one handy, it will add up to the cost.

3. Anker PowerCore III Elite Portable Charger

It has two additional USB-A ports and can power three devices parallelly. Naturally, if you want a full charge (or an 80%+ charge), you’d have to disconnect the other two.

The PowerCore III Elite works as advertised, and several users have backed this claim on their reviews. The size and weight are about right. And the slim form factor makes it easy to throw it in the laptop bag before traveling.

The best part is that Anker supplies a USB-C to USB-C cable and a compatible wall charger. And compared to the ones above, these add-ons are a huge plus.

4. Omni 20+ 20000mah Laptop Power Bank

Though it’s more expensive than its counterparts above, it bundles a huge array of ports. For instance, it packs a duo of standard USB-A ports, a USB-C PD (Power Delivery) port, an AC port, and a small DC port. It’s worth noting that the AC port can support up to 100W of power. On the other hand, the USB-A ports can power smartphones up to 18W of power.

This array of support means it can charge anything from a MacBook Pro to a drone. Yes, you read that right! But despite its versatility, the capacity of the Omni 20+ remains the same at 20,000mAh. Hence, you’ll have to be careful in choosing which devices you want to refuel.

The Omni 20+ has received rave reviews from its user base. It’s popular on Amazon and has more than 1,000 reviews to its credit. Users love its versatility and the ease with which it lets you charge devices while traveling.

If you are willing to invest in a good MacBook Pro power bank, then this one proves to be a worthy contender. Do note that Omni doesn’t provide wall adapters with this one.

Hello, Portability!

Technology has come a long way since the arrival of power banks. Now, power banks can charge a wide range of USB-C laptops. If you have the the 16-inch MacBook Pro, it would be wrong to assume that the power banks above are capable enough to charge it fully. On the upside, they are powerful enough to charge it up partially to let you wrap up your work.