Heading to a festival? These are the best power packs to keep your devices juiced up
Festivals pose a bit of a conundrum when it comes to charging. It’s really useful to have a phone — for checking programs, finding friends, and snapping photos — but the days are long, and there’s minimal access to power points. A power pack is your best friend, and below I’ve rounded up the best models for festival-goers.
I’ve included a mix of options. There are compact, lightweight power banks that won’t weigh your bag down and can charge your phone while you’re using it. These can generally only manage two charges at the absolute maximum, so they’re best suited to one- or two-day festivals, or festivals where you’ll have overnight access to power. There are also larger power packs that offer multiple recharges, but which are generally too bulky and heavy to carry around all day.
Our seasoned reviewers have tested all of these power banks personally, and given them their stamp of approval. You can hit the ‘More details’ button to find out more about each one, and for a link to the full review, and there’s also a handy specs table at the bottom of the page so you can see how the different options match up. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Our general best power bank guide has a wider range of options.
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Why’s it good for a festival? We were impressed with this power pack’s \"strong blend of portability, speed, and value\". The capacity is impressive given the pocketable size — you should be able to use it for multiple recharges before you need to plug it in again.
Why’s it good for a festival? A compact, reliable power pack with a helpful cord and integrated cable. You won’t get many charges out of it, but it’s a great one for popping into your bag while you’re out and about at the festival.
Why’s it good for a festival? It supports MagSafe charging, and snaps onto your phone with enough force you won’t have to worry about losing it. The slimline design is perfect if you want to keep using your phone while it powers up.
Why’s it good for a festival? This model has enough oomph to juice up not just phones but things like laptops and tablets, if they’re part of your festival plan. It feels solidly constructed and durable.
Why’s it good for a festival? It’s small enough to fit into a pocket, and comes with a handy lanyard for looping it onto a bag. There are three ports and it works quickly, although don’t expect multiple charges out of it.
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Festivals pose a bit of a conundrum when it comes to charging. It’s really useful to have a phone — for checking programs, finding friends, and snapping photos — but the days are long, and there’s minimal access to power points. A power pack is your best friend, and below…
