This great deal is now over, but we'll update this article in the future if we notice this top power bank back on sale again.
Doesn't Cyber Monday come around quickly? The (in)famous shopping day has arrived, bringing with it a vast array of deals across gaming, TVs, smartphones – you name it. With all this going on it's easy to miss the real pearls, so we're bringing one to the surface.
Over at Amazon, there's currently 30% off the Anker 321 PowerCore 5K power bank. The deal has brought the cost of the charger down to £13.99 – we checked, and that's its lowest price ever.
Both black and white versions are discounted, but don't wait too long: we expect the offer to end today as Cyber Monday comes to an end.
Pros
- Compact design
- 18-month warranty
- 5,200 mAh capacity
- Multi-device charging
Cons
- Won't fully recharge newer phones
- No longer comes with a handy pouch
In our hands-on testing, we rated the Anker 321 as the best compact power bank you can buy – and that was before factoring in the discount.
We love the pocketable size, which is similar in size to a chocolate bar (and far less likely to melt in your pocket). The power bank is capable of fully charging older smartphones such as the iPhone 7 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S7, and it can top up more power-hungry phones and tablets too.
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Often, all you need from a power bank is just to keep your phone alive as it creeps down to 10% at the end of the evening – and this tiny model is ideal for that. It can get one full charge for an iPhone 13 and will restore 80% of your drained iPhone 14 battery.
Now, let's get into the technical details. The Anker 321 features a 5,200mAh battery, 12W multi-device charging via its USB-A and USB-C ports, and safety features including short-circuit protection.
The device is covered by an 18-month warranty, so you can rest assured that you needn't spend Black Friday 2024 shopping for another power bank. A 2ft (0.6m) USB-A to USB-C cable is included – so it'll work right away for charging your phone, headphones, earbuds and more.
The Anker 321 isn't a perfect power bank. Users who have power-intensive devices to charge or want wireless and magnetic attachment might be better off buying a model such as the Anker 633 or the Belkin Magnetic 10K, both of which feature in our roundup of the best power banks and also have Black Friday price cuts.
Nonetheless, the 321 would make a great choice for many people – especially those who need a lightweight, truly portable charger to slip into their bag and use to top up their phone or tablet on the go.
If you're in the market for a new power bank, you might want to grab the Anker 321 with 30% off during the Black Friday sale – it's a popular option that will sell out fast, and we expect this deal will only last for the Black Friday weekend through to Cyber Monday on November 27.
