Best laptop power banks for Apple MacBook

Macworld

Many of us are quite used to carrying around a handy power bank to top up our iPhone batteries during a long day away from a power socket, but these pocketable battery packs are usually not powerful enough to keep an unplugged and energy-hungry MacBook going all day.

We’ve rounded up the best portable laptop power banks with battery capacities high enough to recharge a fading Apple MacBook if you won’t be able to plug it into an electrical outlet for some time.

Despite new laptops boasting improved battery life duration, it’s easy for your trusty MacBook to lose power after a day of intense meetings and PowerPoint presentations. No one wants to see the Mac’s “Your battery is running low” warning, especially when halfway through watching a downloaded Netflix series on a long-haul flight.

We looked at seven main factors for recommending laptop power banks: battery capacity, charging speed, total power output, power input, USB ports, portability and safety. For more details on each see below this list of the best MacBook power banks.

Power vs portability

There are some giant power banks, usually called portable power stations, that can keep a family going all weekend, but they are way too large to carry with you on your travels. Our sister site PCWorld.com has tested the best of these much larger portable power stations.

As a rule, the higher the battery capacity, the larger and heavier the power bank. We have included size and weight so you can determine if each power bank suits your traveling needs. Some laptop power banks are built to last in the great outdoors so will feature more rugged IP-rated shells; read on for our reviews below.

There are much smaller, lighter and more portable power banks for phones—check out our recommendations of the best power banks for iPhone. You could use some of these to recharge a laptop but we recommend the power banks tested and reviewed here for the best results when powering up a laptop.

Which power bank is best for your MacBook in 2025?

We have indicated which models of MacBook we think each power bank is best suited to, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pair any with different MacBooks. The 16-inch MacBook Pro can be fast-charged at 140W so owners of that model should look for a PD 3.1 power bank. But even a 13-inch MacBook Air will work well with the higher-capacity power banks. They might not charge any faster, but they will be recharged more times if you pick a high-capacity battery pack.






Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) – Best overall MacBook power bank















Pros

Large battery capacity

140W (PD 3.1) charging power

300W total output

250W input

Dedicated app


Cons

No built-in cable














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Battery capacity: 26250mAh (99.75Wh)Fastest Power Output: 140WTotal Power Output: 300WPower Input: 250WUSB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-A (22.5W).Dimensions: 6.3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (16 x 6.4 x 3.8cm)Weight: 21.1oz (599g)Airline compatible: Yes

The Anker Prime 26K Power Bank (300W) is one of the most powerful laptop power banks that you can match with your MacBook. It is a great fit with the top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro, which has a battery rated at around the same watt hours (99.6WH) as this power bank (99.75Wh).

There are three USB ports. Each of the two USB-C ports can be used to power at 140W. Attach Apple’s USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable or the included 240W USB-C cable to the power back and you can utilize one of the 140W PD 3.1 ports to fast-charge the 16-inch Pro. Indeed, with its 300W total output at your disposal you could fast-charge two of the top-end MacBooks at the same time and still have enough juice to fast-charge your iPhone!

Anker claims that you can fast-charge that top-end MacBook Pro up to 50% in 27 minutes. In our tests, we charged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to full power with enough left over to power it back to 25% on the second recharge.

You can recharge the power bank itself to 50% in under 150 minutes using the two USB-C ports at the same time at an impressive 250W.

This is a sophisticated power bank with some tricks of its own. It can be controlled by an app, which gives real-time charging stats (Remaining Charging Time and Input and Output power indicators) and can be optimized to help extend the battery life of the devices being charged as well as its own. You can even use the app’s Find Device feature to activate a sound alert from the power bank when you need to locate it.

Anker also sells a 27K Prime Power Bank, available in either black or gold colors. We prefer the 26K model as it’s a little smaller, performed better in our tests, and out guns the 27K model in total output (300W vs 250W) and input (250W vs 170W).

Who should buy the Anker Prime 26K 300W Power Bank?

Powerful enough to charge two 16-inch MacBooks at the same time, this power bank is a great travelling companion for any of Apple’s laptops. Both its 300W total output and 250W input are top-end for a truly portable power bank.

Great for: 16-inch MacBook Pro.


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Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) review







EcoFlow RAPID Pro Power Bank 27K (300W)















Pros

Large battery capacity

140W (PD 3.1) charging power

300W total output

280W input

Dedicated app


Cons

No USB-A port














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Battery capacity: 27650mAh (99.54Wh)Fastest Power Output: 140WTotal Power Output: 300WPower Input: 280WUSB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 2x USB-C (65W).Dimensions: 6.5 x 2.2 x 2.3 inches (16.6 x 5.5 x 5.8cm)Weight: 24.7oz (699g)Airline compatible: Yes

Although a little larger and heavier than the Anker Prime 26K 300W Power Bank, reviewed above, the EcoFlow RAPID Pro 27K Power Bank (300W) has a hidden weapon in its battle for the best MacBook power bank: a built-in retractable USB-C cable tucked away in its base—saving you from carrying a spare cable around with you and keeping your travel bag neat and tidy.

Like the Anker Prime 26K, this power bank can fast-charge two 16-inch MacBook Pros at full pelt. It boasts the same 200W total output, and has two more USB-C ports—both at a potential 65W—but no legacy USB-A port. If you need a USB-A port, look to the Anker Prime instead. USB-A aside, it can recharge up to four devices at the same time, although. With three devices it can output at 140W, 95W and 65W—enough for three MacBooks at the same time. And using all four charging points, still allows for two MacBooks at 140W. with the remaining two USB-C ports sharing 20W.

In our tests it scored 120%—a little lower than the Anker Prime’s 125% but nothing substantial in comparison. It can be recharged itself at 280W, which is a little faster than its Anker rival.

Who should buy the EcoFlow RAPID Pro 27K 300W Power Bank?

As powerful as the Anker Prime 26K Power Bank and boasting a built-in USB-C cable plus an extra port, the EcoFlow RAPID Pro is a real rival for the crown. If you can take the (minimal) extra weight and don’t need a USB-A port, it is highly recommended if only for the retractable cable.

Great for: 16-inch MacBook Pro.


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EcoFlow RAPID Pro Power Bank 27K (300W) review







Ugreen 48000mAh Portable Power Bank (300W) – Best high-capacity MacBook power bank















Pros

Massive battery capacity

140W (PD 3.1) charging power

300W total output

Carry handle

5 powerful ports


Cons

Larger and heavier than most














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Battery capacity: 48000mAh (153Wh)Fastest Power Output: 140WTotal Power Output: 300WPower Input: 140WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1), 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 2x USB-A (22.5W).Dimensions: 6.3 x 5.7 x 3 inches inches (16 x 14.5 x 7.6cm)Weight: 3.6lb (1.65kg)Airline compatible: Yes (with carrier approval)

The Ugreen 48000mAh 300W Portable Power Bank is the missing link between a laptop power bank and a full-blown power station. It has a huge battery capacity but is still portable, although you wouldn’t want to carry it around in your backpack all day, and it’s too powerful to take on a commercial flight.

It has a handle so is carriable, but the bulk and weight mean it is one to move around inside or carry in a car. It would be the perfect power companion on a camping trip. It’s not super-heavy, but it is noticeably larger than the other laptop power banks tested here.

Keep it powered up in case of power outages and it should keep your laptop and phone going for days. In our tests we recharged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro 1.8 times, so you can expect to get maybe as many as two charges for a MacBook Air. The Pro charged from 5% to 90% in an hour, which impressed us.

There are five ports (three USB-C and two USB-A) with a maximum simultaneous power output of 300W. As it has a 140W PD 3.1 USB-C port, it can be used to fast charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro. At the same time, you could charge another top-end MacBook Pro at 100W, and use one of the USB-A ports at 22.5W.

The smart display shows the remaining battery, total input and output power.

Who should buy the Ugreen 48000mAh Portable Power Bank (300W)?

Portable but certainly not pocketable, this is the border between power banks and power stations and would be a great travel gadget if you have a vehicle to carry it in. It is also a mini-prepper’s safeguard against power outages at home.

Great for: 16-inch MacBook Pro.


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Ugreen 48000mAh 300W Portable Power Bank review







Ugreen Nexode 20K 165W with Retractable USB-C Cable – Best mid-range laptop power bank















Pros

Decent battery capacity

Lightest 20K power bank

Integrated charging cable

100W input

165W total output














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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh)Fastest Power Output: 100WTotal Power Output: 165WPower Input: 100WUSB ports: 1x USB-C cable (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C port (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (33W)Dimensions: 5.7 x 2.1 x 2 inches (14.6 x 5.4 x 5cm)Weight: 11.8oz (335g)Airline compatible: Yes

Retractable cables are very in right now—although nicely tucked away when not in use—for power banks and chargers. This 20K Ugreen Nexode Power Bank has one 2.1-foot retractable 100W USB-C cable nestled and ready for action right next to another 100W USB-C port and a 33W USB-A port.

At under 12oz it’s noticeably lighter than the cable-friendly Anker 25K 165W power bank, reviewed above, and is half an inch shorter, too. Although it matches the Anker on 165W maximum power output and 100W ports it does have a smaller battery capacity—although is therefore $20 cheaper. In our tests the 25K Anker recharged a 14-inch MacBook Pro to 92% while this 20K Ugreen power bank reached a respectable 78%.

In the battle for power and cable convenience, these two power banks must be chosen on capacity, portability and price.

Who should buy the Ugreen Nexode 20K 165W Power Bank?

This mid-range laptop power bank is compact and lightweight with a handy retractable cable, and will get your MacBook back up to about three-quarters power on a single recharge.

Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.


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Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W with Retractable USB-C Cable review







Anker Power Bank (25K, 165W) with Cables – Most convenient MacBook power bank















Pros

Large battery capacity

Two integrated charging cables

100W input

165W total output














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Battery capacity: 25000mAh (90Wh)Fastest Power Output: 100WTotal Power Output: 165WPower Input: 100WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (100W PD 3.0), 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0) built-in cables; 1x USB-A (33W).Dimensions: 6.2 x 2.1 x 1.9 inches (15.7 × 5.4 × 4.9cm)Weight: 21oz (595g)Airline compatible: Yes (with carrier approval)

The performance is impressive—we recharged a 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to a respectable 92%, not far off the 100% from its slightly higher-capacity sibling Anker 27650mAh power bank—but what we love about this laptop battery pack is its handy 2.3-foot (70cm) retractable USB-C cable that means you don’t have to carry one with you when you take the power bank walkies. There’s even a second built-in USB-C cable that doubles up as a carrying loop.

Each USB-C port can output and provide input at 100W.

The cable wraps neatly into a groove at the top of the power bank. There’s spare USB-C and USB-A ports on one side, so you can charge multiple devices simultaneously. Note that if you want to charge more than one device, they must share the maximum output of 165W between them. However, 165W can only be supplied by two devices; with three and four devices, the maximum output is limited to 133W, although that is likely enough for most needs.

It’s available in either Space Black or Silver.

With its integrated cables this is one of the the most travel friendly laptop power bank we’ve tested.

A cheaper alternative is the 65W Baseus Free2Pull Power Bank that features one retractable USB-C cable, which is available in the U.S. at Amazon or in the U.K. via AliExpress.

Who should buy the Anker Power Bank (25K, 165W) with Cables?

If you frequently recharge multiple devices at the same time, maybe one integrated USB-C cable won’t be enough for you. This power bank boasts two cables, and performed well in our tests.

Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.


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Anker Power Bank (25K, 165W) with Cables review







INIU Cougar P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) Power Bank – Lightest, most compact and fun 20K laptop power bank















Pros

Compact size

Decent battery capacity

3 ports

200W total output

Color choices


Cons

65W maximum power

45W input














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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (65Wh)Fastest Power Output: 65WTotal Power Output: 65WPower Input: 45WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (35W); 1x USB-A (18W).Dimensions: 4.3 x 2.8 x 1.1 inches (11 x 7.1 x 2.9cm)Weight: 11.4oz (324g)Airline compatible: Yes

The INIU P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) Power Bank may have a dull name but it stands out a mile with its colorful looks—it’s available in six bold colors—and dare-to-be-different compact shape.

Not just fun to look at and easy to hold, it performed excellently in our tests, recharging a 14-inch MacBook Pro to 87% from a flat start, outperforming our recommended 20K power bank, the Ugreen Nexode 20000mAh Power Bank, reviewed higher up, by nearly 10%. That Ugreen power bank features an integrated retractable USB-C cable and is more powerful with 100W outputs and a maximum 165W power—beating the 65W INIU.

The INIU P62-E1 might not have a retractable cable but it does boast a removable USB-C cable that creates a handy carrying loop.

While 65W is a little lacking—but not unusable—for the Pro MacBooks it’s ample for the MacBook Air.

Who should buy the INIU Cougar 20K (65W) Power Bank?

Stand out from the crowd with this cute and compact laptop power bank that offers impressive performance for MacBooks that don’t require top-end power output to fast charge. That said, even MacBook Pro owners may desire something as lovely as the Cougar.

Great for: 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.


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INIU Cougar P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) Power Bank review







Anker Prime 20000mAh Power Bank (200W) – Compact mid-range laptop power bank















Pros

Compact size

Decent battery capacity

3 powerful ports

200W total output














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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh)Fastest Power Output: 100WTotal Power Output: 200WPower Input: 100WUSB ports: 2x USB-C (100W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (65W PD 3.0).Dimensions: 4.9 x 2.1 x 2 inches (12.7 x 5.5 x 5cm)Weight: 18.7oz (529g)Airline compatible: Yes

The Anker Prime 20000mAh Power Bank is a recommended laptop power bank that is lighter and smaller than the top-end Anker Prime 27650mAh Power Bank, but boasts the same number of USB ports.

It doesn’t feature that power bank’s 140W PD 3.1 USB-C ports, instead packing two 100W USB-C ports and the same 65W USB-A port. That doesn’t rule it out as a battery pack for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but it can’t fast-charge Apple’s largest laptop.

As the maximum power output is 200W, you could simultaneously charge two MacBooks at 100W. Using all three ports, you can power a MacBook at 100W, another at 60W and still have 40W over for a third MacBook or any other device.

Like its big sibling, the Anker 200W 20000mAh Power Bank features a clear display but doesn’t work with the Anker app. While the 27650mAh Anker Prime can be charged itself at 200W, the Anker 200W 20000mAh Power Bank can be charged at a lower, but still reasonable, 100W using just one of its USB-C ports.

Available in either gray (Anker calls it black) or gold.

Who should buy the Anker Prime 20K Power Bank (200W)?

This is a great option for the smaller MacBooks unless you need as much power in the bank as you can carry.

Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.




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Ugreen’s equivalent to the Anker Prime 20000mAh Power Bank is the Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh, pictured above. The battery capacities of both are identical, but the Ugreen is noticeably lighter even though its dimensions are closely aligned. Each has a smart display that tells you more than enough about what’s going on between the power bank and the devices being charged.

The Ugreen Nexode is a more portable solution, but we still prefer the Anker Prime model for its impressive USB ports. The Anker has two 100W USB-C ports, while the Ugreen’s USB-C ports are rated at 100W and 30W. As the Ugreen power bank has a maximum power output of 130W, this doesn’t matter, but the Anker can pump out 200W simultaneously, making its powerful ports more useful. Power input is also better on the ANker (100W) vs the Ugreen (65W).

However, we’ve seen the Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh priced more competitively than the Anker Prime 20000mAh, and that weight difference may be important to you. Read our full Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W review.

Great for: 14-inch MacBook Pro, 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.







Cuktech 15SE 85W 20000mAh Power Bank – Best budget 20K laptop power bank















Pros

Compact size

Decent battery capacity

3 ports

200W total output


Cons

Lower recharge than rivals in tests














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Battery capacity: 73.44WhFastest Power Output: 65WTotal Power Output: 85WPower Input: 65WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C (33W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (33W).Dimensions: 6 x 1.7 x 2 inches (15.2 x 5.2 x 4.4cm)Weight: 17.4oz (492g)Airline compatible: Yes

The Cuktech 15 laptop power bank we tested might not perform to the same degree as more expensive rivals but offers great value for money.

Despite its somewhat confusing name, the Cuktech 15 has a 20K (20000mAh) battery that managed to charge our test 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro to 60% power. That’s not as impressive as the Baseus 20K Power bank reviewed above but at under $50/£50 it’s one of the cheapest MacBook battery pack that we trust.

You can use it as a multiple-charge iPhone power bank, too: it should charge an iPhone 15 around 3.5 times. You double-click the power button to enter low-power mode for devices such as a smartwatch or headphones.

With the three USB ports all in action, you can charge the MacBook at 65W and share the remaining 20W between the other USB-C and USB-A ports.

Who should buy the Cuktech 85W 20K Power Bank?

Offering great value for money, this mid-range laptop power bank might be all you need for shorter travel trips.

Great for: 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.







Baseus EnerCore CR11 20000mAh 67W Power Bank – Lightweight 20K laptop power bank















Pros

Compact and lightweight

Decent battery capacity

Retractable USB-C cable


Cons

Just two power outputs

67W maximum power














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Battery capacity: 20000mAh (72Wh)

Fastest Power Output: 67W

Total Power Output: 67W

Power Input: 45W

USB ports: 1x USB-C cable (67W PD 3.0); 1x USB-C port (65W PD 3.0)

Dimensions: 5.7 x 2.7 x 1.1 inches (14.5 x 6.9 x 2.8cm)

Weight: 13.7oz (389g)

Airline compatible: Yes

The Baseus EnerCore CR11 even sounds like a battery name and maybe power banks are becoming as ubiquitous. This handy-sized 20K battery pack is the lightest one we have tested and includes a retractable 27.6-inch (70cm) USB-C cable that tucks away at the top when not is use.

In our tests it recharged an 14-inch M2 MacBook Pro from 0% to 95%, which is good going for such a compact power bank.

It is probably best suited to the MacBook Air as its power output is 67W, which is just enough to fast-charge one of Apple’s entry-level laptops. It will work fine with the Pro models—as proved by the tests mentioned above—but will be a slower charge. At a total output of 67W and 45W input (charging the power bank itself) the EnerCore CR11 looks a little weak in comparison to some of its 20K rivals.

That said, it’s lightweight and compact with a simple remaining-charge display, and won’t weigh down your hand luggage as much as the others.

Who should buy the Baseus EnerCore CR11 20K 67W Power Bank?

Its big and bold front battery-life display will show you how much power you have left even in a dark environment.

Great for: 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air.


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Cuktech 15 Ultra Power Bank 20000mAh (165W) – Best budget 140W 20K laptop power bank















Pros

Decent battery capacity

140W (PD 3.1) charging power

165W input

165W total output














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Battery capacity: 76.56WhFastest Power Output: 140WTotal Power Output: 165WPower Input: 165WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 1x USB-A (18W).Dimensions: 6 x 2.3 x 1.8 inches (15.2 x 5.7 x 4.4cm)Weight: 20.8oz (590g)Airline compatible: Yes

A little cheaper than the higher-capacity Cuktech 20, reviewed below, this slim laptop power bank can also fast-charge even the 16-inch MacBook Pro with its 140W output. The 20 looks the better buy in terms of capacity and at a similar price, but the 15 Ultra has a special feature known as Beast Mode.

While the 25000mAh battery of the Cuktech 20 is certainly worth the small extra investment on this 15 Ultra in terms of capacity, this 20000mAh power bank impresses with its super-speedy 165W input, which means you can recharge itself faster than most using Beast Mode where you use both the USB-C ports to recharge the power bank up to 70% in around 20 minutes.

The smart display shows you what each of the ports is doing, battery status, connected devices, and when the unit is powering up in Beast Mode.

Who should buy the Cuktech 15 Ultra Power Bank 20K (165W)?

If you need as much power as you can get in a short time, look for this laptop power bank’s Beast Mode option.

Great for: 16-inch MacBook Air.







Sandberg Survivor Powerbank 27000 PD65W – Most robust power bank for MacBook















Pros

Large battery capacity

Super rugged IP66 shell

Flashlight


Cons

Chunky

More USB-A than USB-C

60W power input














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Battery capacity: 99.9WhFastest Power Output: 65WTotal Power Output: 65WPower Input: 60WUSB ports: 1x USB-C (65W PD 3.0); 2x USB-A (18W)Dimensions: 6.6 x 3.3 x 1.7 inches (16.8 x 8.5 x 4.2cm)Weight: 28.4oz (804g)Airline compatible: Yes