Disclaimer: A July Dreamer was sent this product for purposes of giving an honest review, no other forms of compensation were received.
When was the last time you were traveling and your phone or gadget died and had to wait till you either got home or asked someone for a charger before you could charge your phone or gadget? This has happened to me numerous times, and the most recent one is as early as January 2015. When an opportunity was presented to me to review this power bank I was more than up for it because I had always wanted one always borrowed my Boo’s power bank if he was not traveling which was rarely. In this review I bring it down into sections, what the powerbank is, how its used and if it’s worth recommending.
What is a Power Bank?
Well a power bank is a portable charger or power supply which can charge any USB supported devices (unless specified differently by manufacturer). Most Power banks are for smart phones, cameras and/or tablets like Ipads. The power bank is made from ultra high-density A+ Li-polymer battery cells and premium microchips. It has LED light battery indicators and intelligent circuit board to prevent overcharging
How is it used?
Before you can use the power bank it has to be charged preferably 100% before any use so get the best out of the product. I was sent a 1000 mAhs which took almost 3 hours to charge, once charged I used it to charge my 2 iphones and my HTC phone plus iPad 3 times before it run out of power. To use the power bank your device needs to have a USB cable which can be inserted into the power bank. The power theory power bank came with a 3-in-1 USB cable to charge my devices and it’s own USB cable to charge it but did not have the its own adapter this is something you need to have yourself. Also the power bank has two slots for inserting your USB cable, dependant on the device you can choose which output you want 2.1A or 2.5A
Specifications (provided on packaging)
It is a PT1000 model with recharging time of 7-8 hours and has a 1000 mAh capacity. It weighs 200g and is 132x82x14mm in size and has a cycling time of 500. Its very sleek and stylish too and love that I can carry it anywhere
Is it worth Recommending?
Compared to a few power banks I have seen from friends and family it is definitely worth recommending. I do love that since I have had it it’s lived up to its expectation but Boo did mention to me that the current keeps fluctuating and not always reaching 2.5A output. He also mentioned that at times it seems to be oversupplying meaning the mechanism does not seem to be detecting it fast enough when it goes above 2.5A output. I have not noticed any damage to my devices so maybe this was just when Boo was testing it.
Where can you purchase it?
You can visit the amazon store or go directly to their website Power Theory. When I got mine it was £19.95 but now it’s £23.95 and $19.99 on their website. They come in two colours white and black and also in two different types 1000mAh and 500mAh.
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Lana LeFevre says
My husband loves these things!
Mia Myrabev says
aww
Lynn Dee says
This is the first time that I’ve heard of power bank, but it definitely sounds like a great product to me. My husband would be interested too for sure.
Mia Myrabev says
I am glad to have introduced you to it.
Rebecca Swenor says
This sounds like an awesome power bank indeed. I love how much you can charge with it on a full charge. This would make a great gift for some one on the road all the time. Thanks for shairng.
Mia Myrabev says
Absolutely, I was very impressed as well
Roselynn787 says
I have been dying to own something like this for a long time now. My phone is always dying before my day is over and it’s so frustrating when I have a long way to go before I’m home. This would be perfect for me!
Mia Myrabev says
I know what you mean, before I get home most days my phone is dead
Rochkirstin Santos says
Power banks like this is a must-have. With most people now are owners of more than one mobile device, a high-quality portable charger in our bag is a great investment.
Mia Myrabev says
That is so true
Ashley says
We could benefit from this! We have an iPad and two iPhones, so we always need a charger!
Mia Myrabev says
I agree
Prototype Mama says
My husband was just saying that I needed to get one of these. I need to check this out
Mia Myrabev says
You so should lol
Racquel Schroder-Bregg says
I’ve got a similar powerpack that is a lifesaver on trips. Towards the end of its life my old phone would barely hold a charger at all so I got into the habit of keeping one of these on me at all times.
Mia Myrabev says
I think they are so handy
Martine - MeUnfinished says
This is a very useful tool! Who does not need a charger nowadays, right? Thank you for sharing it, I will have to look into it 🙂
Mia Myrabev says
You’re most welcome and yes everyone needs one of these
Digna Dreibelbis says
I have a similar charger and like that it doesn’t take as long to charge. I love it! I charges my phone three times over and never leave home without it.
Krystal says
I go through power so fast. I am definitely in need of a portable charger for our days at theme parks!
Mia Myrabev says
These are very handy especially for places you can charge easily
Chrystal M. says
We’ve been looking at different types of portable chargers so we can use them when we travel. I’ll have to show these to my husband.
Mia Myrabev says
You should it’s so worth it i think
Angela C. says
I’d love to have all of these lol. This is a great product and I’ll try it soon.
Mia Myrabev says
Thanks
Kori says
I would love to have one of these! I get pretty decent battery life on my phone but it would be so much easier for overnight charging when I’m charging my phone and tablet.
Mia Myrabev says
I know what you mean
Kristen says
What a near product! I think I need to get one of these.
Mia Myrabev says
Thanks
Krysta says
For $20 this seems like a steal! This would be so great to travel with for “in case of emergencies” or extended airport waits… you know you can NEVER find an outlet at an airport! Thanks for the tip!
Mia Myrabev says
My thinking exactly, for me I travel quite a bit so this is awesome
Shanéy Vijendranath says
I really need to invest in one of these. My battery dies so fast and sometimes I have no back up! Love how many options theres available now.
Mia Myrabev says
It’s amazing now what we have available to us
Jemma Andrew-Adiamah says
Things like this are so handy when you are out and about and it’s not too pricey either.
Mia Myrabev says
Exactly very handy and great price
HilLesha O'Nan says
I definitely need to get this. It would definitely come in handy!
Mia Myrabev says
It is very handy
TheNewClassy says
Oh I love these types of things. My phone runs out of battery life so quickly, too. I love to have one of these in my purses just in case.
Mia Myrabev says
Check out the site and amazon, they are great price
Jesica H says
My phone dies all the time!!! This would be WONDERFUL! Looking into it! Thank you!
Mia Myrabev says
You’re welcome
Jeanine @ sixtimemommy.com says
Wow I need to get one of these! Seems like a good, useful investment! This looks like a nice one!
Mia Myrabev says
It is really a good investment, I am already reaping the benefits
Kelly Hutchinson says
I really need a good power bank that will get my devices fully charged. I have one and it stinks like rotten eggs.
Mia Myrabev says
You should try this one out, it’s been good to me so far
Ann Bacciaglia says
This would be perfect for my family. The kids are always needing to charge their phones when we are not home.
Mia Myrabev says
Hope you give it a try
chubskulit says
I would like to invest in buying these because we frequently travel and we can benefit from having it. Will be checking out their website now.
Mia Myrabev says
You so should it’s an awesome investment.
Mhie Lee says
I have similar like this and I so love it and I get a lot of used when I travel. I don’t need to wait to my destination to charge my phone.
Mia Myrabev says
That’s what I love about this too, I don’t have to wait till I get home.
Lisa @Bitesforbabies says
This would be great for traveling!! My husband would love this!
Mia Myrabev says
I love it too
michele d says
These devices are a life savor. Both of my older children have something simular and it really does come in handy to have.
Mia Myrabev says
They are indeed
Elizabeth O. says
I’m thinking of buying a new power bank! Heard many good
reviews about this brand!
Mia Myrabev says
From what I have seen so far it’s a great brand
Jamie Yonash says
This sounds like a great device! I am constantly forgetting to charge my phone!
Mia Myrabev says
This would definitely become your best friend and your homie lol
Nina Say says
I think a powerbank would be perfect for me and my husband. We are always dealing with something needing a charge.
Mia Myrabev says
hahaha, I hope you get a chance to look at amazon or their website
Liz Mays says
This would be so useful. I hate having to run to my car or my room because a phone is dying!
Mia Myrabev says
oh I so know what you mean, this has changed that for me
Natalie V. says
This looks like such an awesome product! I know I could use this when I’m traveling! 🙂
Mia Myrabev says
It is a must for traveling whether you do it often or note
WEMAKE7 says
I really really need one of these! Sounds like an amazing product to have.
Mia Myrabev says
For me it really is an amazing product
Along Comes Mary says
I so need this in my life!!!
Mia Myrabev says
And you can so have it, check out the website or amazon 🙂
Iamcupid Williams says
Wow, I didn’t know this existed. I really need this, espeically when traveling.
Mia Myrabev says
You should so get one they are life savers.
Stacie @ Divine LIfestyle says
This is great! We are a house full of device users, and everyone’s always plugging into the wall when we go on a trip. With this we can use one outlet and be done with it.
Mia Myrabev says
That is what I am loving about power banks such great and handy items to have. We are a device infested household too.
mail4rosey says
I hate when the phone dies while traveling. The airport walls are full of people hogging my plug-in too. 😉
Mia Myrabev says
Oh I so know what you mean, its even more annoying now that when traveling your phone has to be charged before you can board a plane.