iWalk Portable Charger Review
2 Editors Put the Popular iWalk Portable Charger to the Test
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Whether we're travelling, heading to work, or simply out and about, it seems like our phone batteries can barely last a day. All it takes is streaming one YouTube video or a 10-minute scroll on TikTok to wipe your phone to 50 percent. Carrying a charger with you wherever you go is the smart thing to do, but sometimes an outlet isn't as easily accessible, and most of the time, we'll forget our charger altogether. Enter portable chargers and power banks. These nifty gadgets can store enough energy to fuel up your phone on the go. Having a reliable portable charger can be a game-changer, especially when you get that dreaded 20 percent low battery notification in the middle of the day. From bar hopping and fun nights out or spending the day exploring to surviving layovers or long-haul flights, a portable charger will come to the rescue when you need it most.
However, power banks aren't made equal; some can provide three days' worth of charging, while others offer wireless charging for a cord-free experience. Most of the time these gadgets are pretty hefty and practically the size of our phones, which isn't ideal for those carrying smaller bags. But then, we discovered the viral iWalk portable charge ($35) that is the size of a lipstick tube and directly connects to your phone — no wires or cables needed. Depending on the model you get, it can charge your phone up to a few hours or fully once throughout the day, so you'll be able to get home with enough battery on hand. Plus, these power banks charge by using the universally standard USB-C ports.
Two of our editors tried and tested the iWalk portable charger to see what the hype is all about. Ahead, you can read why this is their new go-to.
The iWALK Mini Power Bank 3350mAh Portable Charger for iPhone
iWalk Small Portable Charger for iPhone ($26)
"I can't leave my apartment without my iWalk portable charger in my bag, in fact, I'd rather forgo headphones than this power bank. I love how small and efficient this charger is, I can fit it into my smaller bags, like a wallet on a chain or an evening clutch. Plus, this charger has a lightning port built into it, so I don't even need to bother with charging cables, which take up so much space as well. Although bigger power banks hold more charging capacity, the iWalk is much less of a nuisance to use; they're too big and clunky, and most of the time, won't fit into my nicer, going-out bags. I've had portable chargers that can wirelessly charge my phone, but honestly, it's never consistent since my phone barely stays aligned with the charging pad while out and about. This model has three LED lights to indicate how much power is left in the portable charger.
The iWalk portable charger lets me simultaneously use my phone while it is fueling it up without taking up much space in my handbag, which I can't say for other options in the market. I appreciate this feature the most because I rely on Google Maps to get me around the city, and GPS takes up a good amount of battery. With this sleek and slim portable charger, I can extend my phone's battery life for at least a few more hours. I use the iWalk portable charger often, especially when I'm on the go, whether I'm busy running around in the city or when I'm travelling." — Anvita Reddy, assistant editor, Commerce
The iWALK Small Portable Charger 4800mAh for iPhone
iWalk Portable Charger 4800mAh Power Bank ($40)
"When enough of my colleagues rave about a product, I'll typically end up purchasing it for myself just to see what all of the hype is about. Such is the case with this iWalk Portable iPhone Charger , which I had seen featured across my social media feed nonstop over the last few months — and now I know why. This isn't your typical clunky, tricky-to-use iPhone charger that takes forever to charge or, even worse, takes up a ton of space in your bag. Within the span of only an hour, the portable battery can be fully charged and ready to use as needed. With this tool, I can forgo a charging cord altogether as the product can be inserted straight into my iPhone's lightning port, which is fantastic because it's one less thing for me to have to worry about carrying around or transporting when I'm on the go.
I love the easy functionality of the product and the fact it's compact (and stylish!), so it doesn't feel like a nuisance to have to travel with it. I recently relied on my iWalk charger while attending back-to-back shows at NYFW, and it proved to be a lifesaver for those longer days outside of my hotel when my battery life would be drained from taking photos, notes, or just responding to emails." — Kyley Warren, assistant editor, Commerce
The iWALK Small Portable Charger for iPhone
iWalk Small Glittery Portable Charger for iPhone ($40)
If you're looking for something more glam, get this glittery version in black or a silver/white.
The iWalk USB-C Charger For Android
iWalk USB C Ultra-Compact Small Portable Charger ($35)
If you have an Android phone the iWalk Portable Charger also has one that has a USB-C charging cable attached. This is compatible with Samsung Galaxy phones, the Flip 5 or 4, Google Pixel phones, Nintendo Switch, Oculus Quest, and more.
A Charging Station For the iWalk Portable Chargers
iWalk LinkPod Station ($30, originally $40)
If you have multiple iWalk portable chargers, or looking to buy a few more just to have more than one on hand, get this iWalk LinkPod Station. It's a charging station that can fit up to four portable chargers — so you and the rest of your household can have their iWalks charged up and ready to use. It's small and sleek enough to keep on your desk or an entryway table.
