I needed (wanted) a multipurpose solution that could fulfill a few criteria:
1) Packability: Low profile to fit into a grid-it or take less space in a larger electronics bag
2) Adaptability: Charge multiple devices while stationary (e.g. hotel/coffee shop)
3) Portability: Charge iPhone while on the move (e.g. long day out and about)
4) Plugability: Easy wall connection
For this device:
1) Packability: 8/10. Low profile, fits well into several versions of my electronics packing configurations.
2) Adaptability: 9/10. I can charge my phone via Magsafe and plug my Apple Watch in via USB to charge both from one device.
3) Portability: 8/10. It's sort of like carrying a chunky iPhone Mini. When they're charging together, it fits into a jacket pocket without much fuss, but not great in pants pockets.
4) Plugability: 6/10. I have to carry a separate wall wart and USB-C cable, but they're only necessary when I'm at a hotel. I have to carry a USB-C to USB-C cable anyhow for other devices, so I found an Aukey wall wart that has a flatter profile with foldable prongs so that was only an incremental add to the pack.
5) Intangibles: MagSafe is an elegant solution to (a) reduce wire clutter, and (b) reduce the annoyance of plugging/unplugging charging cables (first world problems, I know). The stand is also a nice touch, though I haven't used it...I just put the phone on its side and the battery holds it up. Fits fine with my iPhone 13 Pro Spigen MagSafe case that has a flange around the camera lenses.
For comparison (in case you're cross-shopping these), I was previously using the PowerCore Fusion, which was also a 10,000mAh battery/charger.
1) Packability: 6/10. This this was pretty bulky, and while it fit into my travel cases, it definitely took up a lot of room
2) Adaptability: 8/10. Could charge 2 devices via USB-C and USB-A.
3) Portability: 6/10. Charging my phone on the go was inconvenient - the size and shape of the pack was awkward, and with a cable sticking out it was even worse. Charge speed was good though.
4) Plugability: 6/10 The foldable wall plug was great so I didn't have to bring a separate wall wart. However, the downside is that the weight of the battery and the flimsiness of hotel wall plugs often made for a bad combination causing the battery to fall out of the wall.
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