Best in-car charger for your gadgets ~ station of gear

23 Feb, 2015 12:15pm

Which of these nine portable chargers is best for keeping your kit alive when you're on the road?

Portable electronic gadgets are a key part of driving and travelling, but they all need charging after prolonged use. Cigarette lighter adapters are one option, but power banks provide the ultimate charge on the go.

These can revive phones and almost anything USB powered, plus finish the job away from the car. They come in a wide range of sizes, capacities and options, but which is the best to keep your gadget working? We plugged in nine to find out.

How we tested them

Your choice will be dictated by the kit you need to power, so we focused on charging performance, capacity and what’s in the box. Extra points went to products with all you need to charge a range of kit, tested on the iPhone 5S, 3GS and iPad 2.

We factored in convenience, plus extras like torches and storage bags. Also considered was price, taken from a range of sources as we went to press.

Verdict

Intocircuit’s PC11200 balances performance, capacity and attachments at a fine price to win. The similar Olixar enCharge 15,000mAh finishes second, ahead of the Kit: Powerbank 2000mAh.

1. Intocircuit PC11200

2. Olixar enCharge 15,000mAh Power Bank

3. Kit: Premium Powerbank 2000mAh

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