The Best Portable Chargers & Power Banks

The cardinal rule in a frequent traveler’s handbook? Expect the unexpected.

From lengthy flight delays and missed connections to losing luggage or being stranded in an unfamiliar place, part of the experience of exploring the world includes being well-equipped to handle whatever comes your way.

Thirty years ago, you may have never left home without traveler’s checks, but these days, constant connectivity to your cellphone or laptop is essential. Especially if you’re going on a work trip or landing somewhere remote where you need to have reliable cell service, a portable charger is as important as your toothbrush. Why risk hoping to find a plug for your wall charger when you can have an additional battery with you at all times?

Here, the latest, greatest, and most trusted portable battery packs for vacations, getaways, business trips, and all of the above.