Nov 10, 2013, 7:18 pm
Last edit by: gfunkdave
Mod note: this thread is closed. The wiki is kept here as a static article.
This thread is about USB chargers, at least four ports, at least 4A.
Currently, the following chargers are in the contest of being the best:
Instead of a simple figure 8 cable you can also pick up this cord: it gives you two NEMA 1-15R (ungrounded USA / Japan power outlets) as well.
This thread is about USB chargers, at least four ports, at least 4A.
Currently, the following chargers are in the contest of being the best:
- Monoprice 21W 3.5" x 2.1" x 1", 100V-240V, the plug rotates, several of us have this, seems a good choice.
- Anker 25W / 5 port this one requires an IEC C7 ("figure 8") AC cord, same as many laptops, 3.8" x 2.4" x 1".
- iXCC 30W quite high amperage, "figure 8" cable. Noone has tried it yet. Note that figure 8 cords can be replaced by a plug adapter (L-shaped and straight and even a foldable plug is available), however it's an unknown whether the adapter and the outlet can hold the weight of the adapter + cables. However, the laptop power adapter Chargesource originally sells the foldable plug for is also 5 oz -- the Anker 5 port is 0.5 oz heavier, the IXCC is 0.5 ligher, so roughly the same, so it's reasonable to believe that the Chargesource plug should work. Alternatively, a very short cable is available.
- Anker 36W USB Quad-Port Very high amperage and 3.3" x 2.5" x 1" size would make it great but the fixed plugs raises concerns.
- USB SuperCharger 42W this is a beast with 8.2A, but it's a giant of 4.7" x 2.4" x 1.4" size and has a fixed cord and can only work from 100-120V.
- Portapow 4 port is quite nice with interchangeable molded plugs that clip on for international use. (Amazon USA link)
- Anker 40W 5V / 8A 5-Port charger is a new Anker product, slightly smaller than the Anker 25W that also requires an IEC C7 AC cord, has 5 USB ports, and uses smart port technology, so you don't need to worry about whether you're plugging an Apple or Android device into a particular port. Maximum 2.4A per port. If there's a criticism, it's spotty availability, but that may be easing.
- Bolse 7 port, 60 watt, 12 A. The current highest capacity charger with smart ports that automatically provide as much juice as the device wants
- sabrent 10 port, 12 amp (60 watt) charger: lots of ports but too bulky for the amperage you get.
- new Anker 4 port, 40 watt/8amp looks like it does it all: high power, small size, and foldable plug
Instead of a simple figure 8 cable you can also pick up this cord: it gives you two NEMA 1-15R (ungrounded USA / Japan power outlets) as well.
I have found the ultimate charger solution!
Feb 16, 2015, 12:17 pm
#436
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Earth. Residency:HKG formerly:YYZ
Programs: CX, DL, Nexus/GE, APEC
Posts: 10,688
Hey, my fellow tech-nerds...
THIS IS NOT MY KICKSTARTER, and I have no affiliation whatsoever with the company. But - I know this will be of interest to some of us.
The OctoFire 8 Port USB 3.0 Hub with Rapid Charging (96 Watts - 2.4Amps per port simultaneoously.)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...id-charging-96
Enjoy.
THIS IS NOT MY KICKSTARTER, and I have no affiliation whatsoever with the company. But - I know this will be of interest to some of us.
The OctoFire 8 Port USB 3.0 Hub with Rapid Charging (96 Watts - 2.4Amps per port simultaneoously.)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...id-charging-96
Enjoy.
However I found carrying two 4 ports units easier to deal with at home, office and on the road.
Having 8 devices hooked up: where are you going to put them all?
Feb 16, 2015, 3:43 pm
#437
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2000
Posts: 37,486
Hey, my fellow tech-nerds...
THIS IS NOT MY KICKSTARTER, and I have no affiliation whatsoever with the company. But - I know this will be of interest to some of us.
The OctoFire 8 Port USB 3.0 Hub with Rapid Charging (96 Watts - 2.4Amps per port simultaneoously.)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...id-charging-96
Enjoy.
THIS IS NOT MY KICKSTARTER, and I have no affiliation whatsoever with the company. But - I know this will be of interest to some of us.
The OctoFire 8 Port USB 3.0 Hub with Rapid Charging (96 Watts - 2.4Amps per port simultaneoously.)
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...id-charging-96
Enjoy.
Feb 16, 2015, 3:50 pm
#438
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: gggrrrovvveee (ORD)
Programs: UA Pt, Marriott Ti, Hertz PC
Posts: 6,091
http://www.amazon.com/EZOPower-High-...ct_top?ie=UTF8
Doesn't look particularly travel-friendly, though. Seems more like the kind of thing you'd keep in a meeting room.
Feb 16, 2015, 4:43 pm
#439
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Tri-State Area
Posts: 4,728
This is time tested and slightly cheaper: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Feb 18, 2015, 7:21 am
#440
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2000
Posts: 37,486
This is time tested and slightly cheaper: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Mar 9, 2015, 8:59 pm
#444
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: San Jose CA
Posts: 1,100
10 auto-sensing ports, 12 amps, $23, free shipping
Not sure if this is wiki-worthy, but an Amazon seller has a 12 amp Sabrent 10 port USB charger for $23 using the promo code SWTPCS23. Looks pretty sweet; all the ports automatically detect the load of the device (e.g. 1 amp vs. 2 amp). I think only ScottC could really make use of all 10 ports at once though...
Mar 9, 2015, 9:42 pm
#445
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Denver, CO
Programs: UA Silver, Bonvoy Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 21,546
Mar 9, 2015, 10:09 pm
#446
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Chicago
Posts: 245
I am a little concerned (but not much) about the new USB 3.1 plug. I have all these USB 3.0 chargers (including 4 anker 40W). In a couple years, I might have to replace them. OK, maybe in like 4 years.
Mar 10, 2015, 8:11 am
#447
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2000
Posts: 37,486
Not sure if this is wiki-worthy, but an Amazon seller has a 12 amp Sabrent 10 port USB charger for $23 using the promo code SWTPCS23. Looks pretty sweet; all the ports automatically detect the load of the device (e.g. 1 amp vs. 2 amp). I think only ScottC could really make use of all 10 ports at once though...
Mar 11, 2015, 10:02 am
#449
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2000
Posts: 37,486
We'll need to wait and see. Lightning didn't take off outside the Apple world, and neither did Thunderbolt (which was offered outside Apple).
Mar 13, 2015, 8:00 am
#450
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Tri-State Area
Posts: 4,728
Sabrent 10 port update
Not sure if this is wiki-worthy, but an Amazon seller has a 12 amp Sabrent 10 port USB charger for $23 using the promo code SWTPCS23. Looks pretty sweet; all the ports automatically detect the load of the device (e.g. 1 amp vs. 2 amp).
Anyone else have this device as I like the setup. Was hoping to keep at office and use the spare ports for colleagues needing a quick charge.