'Absolute beast': This triple-discounted power bank packs huge capacity for just $9
Getting stuck with a dead phone when you're out and about is never fun (and using public chargers can be a little sketchy). Make sure you're not caught at 0% again with the top-selling Iniu Portable Charger — it's down to only $9 right now. The handy little device is powerful enough to recharge an iPhone 8 up to 3.6 times and AirPods Pro about 13 times.
The Iniu charger usually goes for $25, making it a juicy 64% off. Compared to similar power banks, this is an absolute steal, especially for something with 10,000mAh of power. This matches the best price on the web, so no need to look elsewhere.
When your device is dead, having a power bank on hand can truly save the day. Iniu has a lot of faith that you'll love this portable charger (and the adorable paw print indicator goes a long way); a three-year warranty is included.
The power bank supports fast charging and can boost an iPhone to 78% in just one hour. The gadget's 15-layer SmartProtect system eliminates the risks of overheating, overvoltage and other mishaps that might damage your devices.
It features three separate ports (two USB-A, one USB-C), which means you can charge up to three devices at once. That cute paw print? It's a charge indicator. You can see how much power is left at a glance. Wild!
More than 57,000 fans have given the Iniu charger a flawless rating.
"This battery is an absolute beast," proclaimed a reviewer. "I've had it for years and it still works fantastically. Even dropped and cracked it; it outperforms other batteries I've had. They come and go and this has been ole reliable."
One shopper said this gizmo made a family trip a much better experience. "I bought this for Disney and I would say it is absolutely the most valuable thing I bought for the trip," raved a grateful shopper. "I've since used this on long days at the zoo and on a long hiking trip where my phone would have died and my map would have disappeared."
Another fan used it to express their sports fandom: "I've purchased at least six of these," one shopper said. "We are Penn State University fans and the paw print lighting up looks like a Nittany Lion paw. The battery charges easily and it works great. The paw print shows how much battery power you have, and it's large. Very convenient! No more guessing or looking for little tiny lights. The flashlight has come in handy as well."
Again, the paw print is a big hit: "I bought this to take on vacation with me. My grandson used it for his Oculus when his batteries died and it lasted for hours of him playing. It should last my entire trip as I won't be using it constantly as he did. It is quick to recharge as well. I love the paw print that shows how much of a charge it has as well."
One reviewer said that while the power bank works great, it can take a while to charge. "Great bang for the buck," the shopper wrote. "The only downside is that it takes a long time to charge fully (about two hours), but it's something I can sacrifice for the price."
Another said that the power bank is just a tad heavier than they expected. "I have had this charger for three years and it is still holding up perfectly. It takes a while to charge (I usually charge it overnight), but it's worth it. The only complaint I have about it is that it is a bit heavy, but I guess it comes with the power it holds."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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