If you’ve ever done the research for purchasing a power bank, you surely noticed that 3 names popped up again and again: Anker, Aukey, and RAVPower. They’re currently the leading manufacturers of portable chargers and other smartphone accessories, although they have increased pressure from other brands that are keen to fight for the top spot in this highly competitive market.
These 3 companies became ubiquitous in the power bank market because of some key factors:
- they got in this market early on, when the competition was less intense
- they produce high-quality devices which consumers are extremely happy with
- they continue to innovate, always pushing out new models that incorporate the latest available technologies
Due to these reasons and some other individual advantages, these 3 companies made a name for themselves and managed to break off as the leading pack. But is there a clear leader among them when it comes to the most popular products they put out? Let’s find out by comparing the leading products of each company side by side.
We’re going to analyze their top products that are in the same class.
10000mAh power banks
Aukey vs Anker vs RAVPower
10000mAh power banks are the staple product when it comes to portable power solutions. Their high popularity is due to the fact that they have a large enough capacity to charge the average smartphone for 2-3 times and also because they are highly compact and easy to carry around. Here are the best 10000mAh power banks of each brand:
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Last update on 2020-08-04 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
These 3 power banks are very similar since they all have the same capacity and offer power delivery (PD) via USB type C ports. Basically they pack the latest charging technology available at the moment. However, the winner of this bunch is the RAVPower 10000 PD because it sets itself apart in two important features:
- it delivers the highest max power output: 20W compared to 18W of the competitors. This can come in handy when charging some larger devices such as tablets or game consoles such as the Nintendo Switch.
- it’s the lightest of all 3. Portability is a key feature when it comes to power banks as they need to be carried around everywhere. Even a few grams of extra weight can make a difference after a busy day.
On the other hand, because of these better features, the RAVPower 10000 PD is the most expensive option. If the lowest price is what you’re after, then Anker PowerCore Slim is the one for you.
Round 1 winner: RAVPower
20000mAh power banks
Aukey vs Anker vs RAVPower
20000mAh power banks pack a lot of power and can be used to charge smartphones multiple times, allowing for several days of grid independence. They’re also popular with people that want to charge laptops or gaming consoles such as the Nintendo Switch. Not really portable enough for being tucked away in a trouser pocket, they are best carried around in a laptop shoulder bag or backpack. Here are the top 20000mAh power banks of each brand:
Last update on 2020-08-10 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
In the 20000mAh category, the first place is yet again claimed by RAVPower. This is mostly due to the outstanding 60W output capacity of the RAVPower 20000mAh PD which trumps the competitions’ max of 15W. At 60W you can easily charge high-end laptops such as the MacBook Pro.
Another key aspect that clinched the top spot for the RAVPower 20000mAh PD is the amazing recharging time of 3h, compared to the average recharging time of 10h that the competing portable chargers showcase. It should be mentioned that the ultra-short 3h recharging time can only be achieved if a fast-charge wall charger is being used, such as the RAVPower 61W GaN technology wall charger.
So the combined aspects of 60W power output and the 3h recharging time set the RAVPower 20000mAh PD apart in this showdown. However, it should be noted that it also has some weaknesses as well:
- it only features two ports (USB Type C and one USB Type A). More ports add extra flexibility. For example, the Aukey USB C Power Bank has 3 USB Type A ports, one USB Type C, one Mico USB, and one Lightning input port.
- it’s not the lightest. This feature is taken by the Anker PowerCore Essential
- it’s the most expensive of the bunch. This is somewhat understandable due to the more advanced technology that allows for more power output and quicker charging times.
Round 2 winner: RAVPower
Fast wall chargers
Aukey vs Anker vs RAVPower
Wall chargers are another key product type produced by Anker, Aukey, and RAVPower. The technology is rapidly evolving in these devices as well, helping consumers charger their gadgets at unprecedented speeds. So the key aspect in wall chargers is their power output. Lately, a new charging technology has started to emerge, namely GaN (Gallium Nitrate) technology. This helps chargers provide more output power and simultaneously have a smaller size. This is why all 3 compared products from each manufacturer, were chosen because they were built with GaN technology.
Last update on 2020-08-04 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Since output power rules supreme in wall chargers, it’s easy to see why RAVPower is the winner again. Their most powerful charger delivers a whopping max output of 90W, while Anker and Aukey are at a max output of “just” 60W.
Now, 60W is still a great output, especially since most chargers that come by default with today’s smartphones are at around 14W. So even if you get the Anker Power Port III or the Aukey wall charger, you still get a lot of value for your money.
However, RAVPower’s awesome 90W output comes at a price. It’s both the most expensive and the heaviest of the bunch. So if price or weight matter more to you than max output power, then one of the other two options would be a better fit for your needs.
Round 3 winner: RAVPower
Wrap-up
So basically RAVPower clenched the number one spot in all 3 of these face-offs. Although their flagship products are usually more expensive than the ones from Anker or Aukey, it seems that they are the best at implementing the latest charging technology.
To be honest, this result comes as a surprise, as I was expecting Anker to perform better since they do have the overall public perception as being the market leader. But it seems that RAVPower is one step ahead when it comes to innovation at the moment.
Now, please bear in mind that this is just a snapshot of the current products that Anker, Aukey, and RAVpower have to offer right now. Since they are constantly shipping out new and improved products, it’s very likely that the leadership dynamics will change.
But regardless of which company is currently the best, it’s safe to say that all 3 of them produce high-quality products. So even if you purchase an Anker, Aukey or RAVPower device, you can be sure that you’ll get one of the best deals in terms of quality and performance.
