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30 Best Power Banks For Camping In 2023

Looking for the best power banks for camping? Here is an exclusively written guide for you on the best power bank to charge your smartphone when you out of home for camping.

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It is often the case that spending a night or two in the backcountry means giving up some of the conveniences of home. That doesn’t mean you can’t charge your gadgets while out in the wilderness.

When your phone battery dies on a camping trip, you realize how useful a power bank is. Whether you’re taking pictures, setting an alarm, accessing directions, or capturing the local birds and wildlife, you’ll need the juice to last.

When you carry your own power bank along with you on your camping adventure, you can be sure your phone, camera, headlamp, GPS, or any other electrical device will have enough power to use when you need it.

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Here’s a list of the best power banks for camping available on the market to help you find a reliable, trail-ready power source.

You can find everything you need here, whether you’re looking for something basic for your phone, a way to charge multiple devices simultaneously, or something to charge bigger appliances.

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Portable Power Banks For Camping

1. Anker 511 Portable Power Station

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There can be a fine line with power banks for camping. We’re trying to get off the grid, but we need a bit of the grid to come with us: for camping fans, air pumps, lanterns, and, of course, our phones.

And when the smaller, smartphone-sized power banks stop cutting it (try sharing one of those with a loved one for more than three days), it can be tempting to upgrade to a real beast—a power bank that could maybe also serve as a home generator.

Which, sometimes, can start to feel like it’s defeating the point of getting off the grid at all.

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  • Weight: 1.9 pounds
  • Internal battery: 27,000mAh
  • Up to 100W output
  • Ports: two USB-A, one USB-C, and one AC outlet
  • Included cables: one USB-C to C and one USB-A to C (also includes a 45W USB-C wall charger)
  • Built-in flashlight
  • Warranty: 18 months

Anker 511 Portable Power Station is a good Power Bank For Camping.

2. Scosche PowerUp 32K

The Scosche PowerUp 32K was a close second behind my best overall pick, the Anker 511 Portable Powerstation—if it had been capable of powering two devices at the same time during testing it would have come out on top.

That’s because the features on the PowerUp 32K were the most impressive of any power bank in my test.

First off, like the Anker 511, it had an AC outlet, which was powered by a simple on/off button that was separate from the USB on/off switch.

It also has a digital display, providing an even more accurate and intuitive read of how much power was left.

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  • Weight: 2.2 pounds
  • Internal battery: 32,000 mAh
  • Up to 100W output
  • Ports: two USB-A, one USB-C, and one AC outlet
  • Included cables: one USB-C to C (also includes a 20W USB-C wall charger)
  • Built-in flashlight
  • Warranty: 1 year

3. GoalZero Venture 35

Most car campers will store their power bank in their car, or maybe their tent. But if you anticipate bringing yours along for a hike or having it next to you while cooking up dinner, then the GoalZero Venture 35 might be the better choice for you.

In addition to its rubber housing, it also has a silicone plug that seals in the three ports and the four lights indicating how much charge is left in the power bank.

I also liked that holding down the power button activated a flashlight, which is always handy when you’re making the trek to your tent after extinguishing that evening’s campfire.

While this one didn’t have as much juice in it as the BioLite Charge 40 PD or Mophie Powerstation (even when taking into account its smaller internal battery), if you think there is a chance that your power bank could be exposed to the elements, then this is the better pick for you.

(Those concerned about battery size also have the option to level up to the 19,200mAh Venture 75).

  • Weight: 10.12 ounces
  • Internal battery: 9,600mAh
  • Up to 18W output
  • Ports: two USB-A and one USB-C
  • Included cables: one USB-C to A
  • Also available as the 19,200mAh Venture 75 power bank
  • Built-in flashlight
  • Warranty: one year

GoalZero Venture 35 is great for Power Bank For Camping.

4. BioLite Charge 40 PD

The vast majority of car campers are using their power bank for just one thing: keeping that phone charged.

And even though (at least we hope) you’re off the grid, free from the YouTube autoplay and Facebook algorithm, you’ll probably still need to use your phone for at least a couple of things such as Photos, Alarm clock, Offline maps.

Getting down to less than 10 percent on a camping trip can be a little stressful.

  • Weight: 9.4 ounces
  • Internal battery: 10,000mAh
  • Up to 18W output
  • Ports: two USB-A and one USB-C
  • Included cables: one USB-C to A
  • Also available as the 6,000mAh Charge 20 PD and the 20,000mAh Charge 80 PD
  • Warranty: one year

5. Dometic PLB40

If you’re looking to power something more serious than a phone—say, a CPAP machine or an electric cooler—than a fifty dollar, 10,000mAh internal battery isn’t going to cut it. Neither is an 18W output. In addition to a 40,000mAh internal battery, the largest in our test, the Dometic PLB40 also boasts an 180W output—enough to power up just about any appliance you would take to the outdoors.

  • Weight: 16.1 pounds
  • Internal battery: 40,000mAh
  • Up to 180W output
  • Ports: two USB-A, 2-pin 12V DC, and 12V DC cigarette plug
  • Included cables: ACDC charger, DC cable extension with cigarette plug & Anderson connector
  • Warranty: two years

Dometic PLB40 is great for Power Bank For Camping.

6. Mophie Powerstation

If the BioLite Charge 40 PD is out of stock, then go with the Mophie Powerstation. While the Mophie charged my phone only slightly less than the BioLite, it is about an ounce lighter. More importantly, for the budget-conscious, it can also more often be found on sale.

  • Weight: 8.5 ounces
  • Internal battery: 10,000mAh
  • Up to 18W output
  • Ports: one USB-A and one USB-C
  • Included cables: one USB-C to A
  • Also available as a 5,000mAh mini and a 20,000mAh XXL
  • Warranty: 2 years

7. Anker Powercore 20100

This slim-line power bank has two 2.4A USB outputs for high-speed charging, augmented by Anker’s PowerIQ smart charge and voltage boost technology. This identifies your device and adjusts voltage output accordingly, while also compensating for cable resistance. It’s all intended to deliver the fastest possible charging speed, even when charging two devices simultaneously.

Real world performance was very good. The large 20,100mAh capacity gives five to seven smartphone charges, depending on the model. The Powercore 20100 also has built-in protection from power surges and short circuits. It comes with a micro USB cable and a travel pouch.

Anker Powercore 20100 is a great Power Bank For Camping

8. Ravpower Xtreme RP-PB41

This Ravpower Xtreme power bank boasts triple 2.4A USB ports so you can charge three devices simultaneously at high speed. An impressive array of built-in technology protects against overheating, overcharging, short circuits and power surges. It also automatically adjusts charge output and voltage for optimum charging speeds.

It’s incredibly simple to use, with a single button that displays a four-LED power indicator to let you know how much juice you have left. Not that you’re likely to run out, given the whopping 26,800mAh battery capacity. That gives you nine full charges for the iPhone X, which is impressive. It is supplied with a micro-USB cable and a travel pouch.

9. Anker PowerCore III Elite 25600 87W Portable Power Pack

For weekend trips where you want to recharge your devices a few times, the Anker PowerCore III Elite 25600 is a great choice. Anker is a titan in the world of portable power solutions, and the PowerCore III Elite shows why.

With sleek styling and smart features like high-speed charging and 4 USB outputs, this portable charger makes as much sense in your travel duffle as it does in your briefcase. Use it to charge your smartphone, headlamp, or even your laptop. We’ve even seen this model used for backpacking!

Anker PowerCore III Elite 25600 87W Portable Power Pack is a good Power Bank For Camping.

10. HALO Bolt

The HALO Bolt is a portable battery pack and emergency car kit combined, which means it’s a ideal choice for road trips. It has a large, 58,830 milliamp capacity and can charge up to three devices at once with its outputs: two USB ports and one AC plug.

Not only can the HALO Bolt recharge your tech, it also comes with a set of jumper cables that will allow you to jump-start your vehicle! As if that wasn’t enough, makers HALO threw in a handy built-in flashlight for added convenience.

11. Dark Energy Poseidon Pro Portable Charger

Worry about getting your portable power supply wet? If so, then the Dark Energy Poseidon Pro should be somewhere very near the top of your shortlist.

This awesome little device can be submerged in water for up to 45 minutes and has an ingress protection rating of IP68, which is the highest water and dustproof rating there is.

The Poseidon Pro is also highly portable and extremely durable. Its ultra-strong polymer shell can handle huge falls and strong crushing forces. It also comes with a ballistic-fiber-reinforced USB-C cable and a 5-in-1 carabiner.

Dark Energy Poseidon Pro Portable Charger is a good Power Bank For Camping.

12. Biolite Charge 20

The smallest power bank on test, the Biolite Charge 20 weighs under 200g and slides easily into a pocket. It has a 5,200mAh capacity – enough for about two smartphone charges. It is easy to operate. There’s just a single button that lights up a four-LED indicator telling you how much juice is left.

There’s one micro-USB input and one 2.1A USB output, offering fairly swift charging. The stainless steel housing is sleek and durable, while a flip-top lid helps to protect the ports from dirt and moisture. The Charge 20 has an IPX6 rating, offering resistance to rain and spills. It is supplied with its own charging cable.

13. Goalzero Venture 70

The Goal Zero Venture 70 is a seriously rugged, waterproof power bank with an IP67 rating. It has a fairly generous 17,700mAh capacity – enough to charge a smartphone five times (though the manufacturer quotes up to six charges). The two high-speed 2.4A USB outputs can charge two devices simultaneously.

The Venture 70 also has a smart charge feature that can identify different devices. It then applies the fastest charging profile possible, without risk of overheating or overcharging. It also allows pass-through charging. That means you can safely charge devices from the power bank even when it’s plugged into the mains. We also liked the built-in 65-lumen LED torch, which has two brightness settings and three strobe modes, including SOS.

14. Zendure A6PB

Zendure’s A6PB cutting-edge power bank is equipped with USB-C and 3.0A USB outlet ports for rapid charging of two devices simultaneously. It has a generous 20,100mAh capacity, enough to fully charge an iPhone X 5½ times. We found that real-world performance matched the manufacturer’s claims. It also offers pass-through charging.

Auto-detection means that devices start to charge as soon as they are plugged in. Adaptive charging automatically adjusts the output to charge your device at optimum speed. The A6PD also has in-built protection against short circuits, power surges, overheating and overcharging. It comes with a protective cloth pouch and USB cable.

15. GP Batteries M-Series MP15MA

With USB-C and twin 2.4A USB outputs, the GP Batteries M-series power bank supports the latest devices and offers speedy charging. You can charge up to three devices simultaneously. The 15,000mAh capacity gives a real-world performance of about four to five smartphone charges (though the manufacturer quotes six). It’s very simple and easy to use – a single button with four LED indicator lights and device auto-detection means you can just plug in and go. It is supplied with a 2-in-1 micro-USB and USB-C cable.

Solar Power Banks For Camping

1. WakaWaka Power+ With Solar Panel And Link

A compact and lightweight power bank with an integrated solar panel that can fully recharge its 3,000mAh internal battery in 12-18 hours of sunlight. The WakaWaka Power+ has a single 2.1A USB output and a micro-USB input (so you can charge it from the mains too).

In addition, the Power+ has a 70-lumen LED torch with four brightness settings and SOS mode. The 3,000mAh capacity gives you about 200 hours of light or one full smartphone charge, and charging speed is fairly swift. The power bank has a swivelling base that enables you to place it at almost any angle. This is ideal for positioning it as a camp lantern or adjusting the solar panel to ensure it is in direct sunlight.

2. Freeloader Sixer Plus Supercharger Solar Panel

Another compact and relatively lightweight power bank with an integrated solar panel that can fully recharge its 6,000mAh internal battery in 28 hours of sunlight. However, with the Supercharger solar panel attached, charge time is reduced to around 8 hours, or 6 hours if all the solar panels are in direct sunlight. The Freeloader Sixer has a 2.1A USB output as well as integrated micro-USB and lightning cables, enabling up to three devices to be charged simultaneously.

3. Goal Zero Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit With Nomad 13 Solar Panel

The Goal Zero Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit includes the Sherpa 50 energy bank and the Nomad 13 solar panel. This solar charger weighs just under three pounds, so it’s portable enough to bring to basecamp with all your tech gadgets.

Every plug on this device is color-coded, so it’s very easy to use, even for Boomers or the tech-averse!

This portable pack can be charged by solar energy over the course of a day, via a regular electric outlet in just 3 hours, or even using your car battery. Once charged, it holds enough power to charge a full-size laptop once and a smartphone 3-4 times.

4. OUTXE 20000mAh Portable Charger With Flashlight

How does an affordable, highly portable, and reasonably powerful charger that can re-juice 4 devices simultaneously sound? If your answer to the above was ‘perfect’, then your search for a new power bank for camping can end with the OUTXE Portable Charger.

OUTXE might not be a brand name that carries the same cachet as Anker or Goal Zero, but with this tidy little device they provide these top dogs with stiff competition.

The OUTXE has dual micro USB and USB-C inputs, so is a little more versatile than other devices in its price range. It can also be recharged in a respectable 5 hours via an AC wall outlet, can recharge cell phones 4-6 times on a single charge, and is remarkably small given its 20,000-milliamp capacity.

OUTXE 20000mAh Portable Charger With Flashlight is a great solar power bank for camping.

5. Jackery Explorer 500

With a whopping 144,400 mAh of power, the Jackery Explorer 500 Portable is capable of charging everything you’d possibly want to bring on your camping trip. You can run a TV, a blender, or portable cooler off this device, and it has plenty of outlet choices to recharge your devices from, too.

You can recharge the Explorer 500 with a wall outlet or from your car, and you can also turn it into a solar power bank using a Jackery SolarSaga 100W solar panel.

Jackery Explorer 500 is a good solar power bank for camping

6. Goal Zero Yeti 150

The Goal Zero Yeti 150 is a great choice for longer-term camping trips. It’s very affordable, and its capacity of 168 water hours means you can recharge all your devices many times over. If you pair it with a Goal Zero Solar panel, moreover, you can recharge the device itself from the sun.

The Yeti 150 has two USB ports, one AC outlet, and a 12V outlet, and a small screen that allows you to view the battery’s remaining charge.

Though it is a compact power station and has a convenient carry handle, the device’s 12-pound weight will be a dealbreaker for some.

7. BALDR Portable Power Station

If your idea of camping includes a mini-fridge and TV, the BALDR is an excellent choice! With tons of charging options and reassuring safety features, this battery pack is a great addition to your campsite kit. You can also easily add any solar panel with an 8mm DC port to turn this into a solar charger.

Along with four USB ports, there’s a Qi wireless charging pad on top for your smartphone. There are multiple DC ports and an AC outlet to use with any wall charger, too. The USB-A ports support fast charging, too.

BALDR Portable Power Station is a great power bank for camping.

8. Powertraveller Extreme Solar

This combination battery and solar charger kit consists of two components. There’s a 12,000mAh capacity power bank and a separate folding solar panel of clamshell design that delivers a max output of 5W. The power bank has a 2.0A USB output as well as a USB-C port and, uniquely among the power banks in this test, a 12V DC outlet.

This makes the Powertraveller a versatile option for charging multiple devices quickly, from SLR cameras and GPS devices to the latest smartphones. It’s housed in a tough, rugged, waterproof case with an IP65 rating, meaning it is dust-proof and waterproof (though not immersible). The power bank also supports pass-through charging and is supplied with an array of cables to fit various devices.

9. Freeloader Sixer Plus Supercharger Solar Panel

Another compact and relatively lightweight power bank with an integrated solar panel that can fully recharge its 6,000mAh internal battery in 28 hours of sunlight.

However, with the Supercharger solar panel attached, charge time is reduced to around 8 hours, or 6 hours if all the solar panels are in direct sunlight. The Freeloader Sixer has a 2.1A USB output as well as integrated micro-USB and lightning cables, enabling up to three devices to be charged simultaneously.

10. Kilponen Solar Power Bank

The kilponen Solar Power Bank, 26800mAh offers an impressive 26,800mAh of capacity which is pretty useful. It’ll slide into your pocket easily enough too which is convenient. There’s only two output ports with both being USB-A based but providing that’s not an issue, it’s certainly competent. A four blue LED indicator system is useful to see how much power you have left too.

Kilponen Solar Power Bank is a good solar power bank for camping.

11. Pxwaxpy Solar Power Bank 26800mAh

The Pxwaxpy Solar Power Bank 26800mAh is a little bulky but it has both micro-USB and USB-C ports and we definitely like that. Capable of charging your devices a good half a dozen times, it won’t let you down either. More ports would be nice, of course, but as it stands, the Pxwaxpy Solar Power Bank 26,800mAh does the job pretty well. LED indicators prove useful too.

12. A ADDTOP Solar Charger 25,000mAh

If you want to drape your backpack in solar panels while you hike, the A ADDTOP Solar Charger 25,000mAh is the charger for you. It’s well-designed for the outdoor experience although its panels can take a bit of effort to set up and arrange appropriately. Elsewhere, it includes two USB Type-C ports plus a built-in flashlight so it’s reasonably capable when you’re in a jam.

13. Hiluckey Wireless Solar Charger

There’s no need to slum it with a solar power bank as the Hiluckey Wireless Solar Charger demonstrates. It offers wireless charging functionality as well as the ability to charge four devices simultaneously. With a hefty capability of 26,800mAh, that should be good for most camping trips with a flashlight also helping you out. It even has an SOS mode although hopefully you’ll never need it.

14. DJRoll 36,000mAh Power Bank

The DJRoll 36,000mAh Power Bank is heavy but it offers a lot. That includes a whopping 36,000mAh capacity which will help you charge your phone multiple times without a problem as well as tablets. It has Qi wireless charging along with built-in dual USB outputs and one USB-C port too so in all, you can charge up to four devices at once. A built-in flashlight with emergency modes and simple hooks for attaching the solar panel complete the package.

DJRoll 36,000mAh Power Bank is a good Power Bank For Camping.

15. Anker PowerCore Solar 20,000mAh

Appreciating you’re outdoors, the Anker PowerCore Solar 20,000mAh is designed to handle dust, rain, and a few knocks thanks to its IP65 rating. Alongside that, it’s pretty potent with 20,000mAh capacity but bear in mind there’s only two ports which is a bit of a shame. Still, it’s very easy to use and doubles up as a flashlight with its handle making that extra simple.

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Anker PowerCore Solar 20,000mAh is a great Power Bank For Camping.

Frequently Asked Questions On Power Banks For Camping

What Is The Best mAh For A Power Bank?

Power banks with high capacities are the best portable chargers because they offer the best charging experience. It is exactly what it sounds like: power banks with large capacities, like 20,000mAh or more; their increased capacity allows you to recharge your devices multiple times before needing to recharge the power bank again.

How Much Do Power Banks For Camping Cost?

Power banks for camping can cost anywhere from ₦20,000 to upwards of ₦300,000, usually depending on the size of the internal battery and the wattage they can support. Another factor that can affect price is additional features, such as waterproofing, flashlights, and electronic displays.

Which Is Better Power Bank For Camping, 10,000mAh Or 20,000mAh?

A spec you’ll often see is mAh, which stands for milliamps hour. The mAh spec is a measurement of power over time—the higher the mAh the more power the battery contains. To fully charge a phone you’ll need 3,000 to 5,000 mAh. There is a big price jump between 10,000mAh and 20,000mAh power banks for camping, so if you’re not sure which one you want to buy, it’s good to consider what your needs are first.

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CONCLUSION

For Campers who have multiple gadgets they need to charge, the Anker 511 Portable Power Station is a highly portable yet powerful little device that can charge up to four devices simultaneously and won’t bulk up your pack.

It is our hope that this guide about Power Banks For Camping will assist you in finding the best power bank for your needs.

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