Top power banks for charging on the go

Carrying a power bank is your ticket out of electronic oblivion.

- Pete Wise

Most are made for charging smartphones and smaller gadgets, such as fitness trackers and earbuds, but some models can also charge laptops and large portable speakers.

To find you the best for your electrical emergencies, I put 10 top models through their paces.

Bear in mind that any particular power bank will only be suitable for charging compatible devices, based on its power output and connectivity - before you buy one, check the specs against your smartphone or other devices.

Best overall
Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3-port 20k
If you need a highly capable power bank that can recharge your laptop as well as your smartphone, this model would be a fine choice. Across three charging ports (one USB-A and two USB-C), there's a combined power output of up to 65 watts - more than sufficient to charge two smartphones at once.