USB Charger Reviews

Updated February 2013

New portable electronic devices flood the market every day, and no matter what their purpose, nearly all have one thing in common -- rechargeable batteries. Portability means charging, but AC/DC isn't always an option, especially when several devices need charging at the same time. Fortunately, desktop charging hubs and portable USB chargers solve both problems. We identify the best of these chargers and rate them based on their cost, type, ease of use, design and performance.

i.Sound Portable Power Max

Best portable USB charger

*Est. $50 and up

Estimated Price

The i.Sound Portable Power Max stores a huge amount of power and, with five USB ports and a dual USB mini/micro cable, it can charge seven devices at once. Relatively inexpensive, simple to operate and easy to carry, the Power Max is the best portable USB charger we found.

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Duracell Powermat 24-Hour Charging System

Best inductive USB charging mat

*Est. $110

Estimated Price

Inductive charging is up and coming, but the stylish and powerful Duracell Powermat 24-hour charging system leads the pack. Charging sleeves are limited to the iPhone 4/4S and the Samsung Galaxy S III. However, a portable USB charger with an 1800mA capacity connects to a galaxy of devices through either a USB or Apple 30-pin cable.

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Duracell Instant USB Charger

Cheap USB charger

*Est. $25

Estimated Price

The Duracell Instant USB Charger is the best portable USB device for the budget-conscious. Competing products have come and gone over the years, but this reliable device has survived them all. It may only carry 1150 mA, but its simplicity, high quality and tremendous value make the Duracell Instant USB Charger an enduring winner.

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Idapt Universal Charger i4

Best desktop USB charger

*Est. $60

Estimated Price

The Idapt Universal Charger i4 is an excellent tool to keep multiple personal electronic devices powered up. Because it can charge several devices at once, hazardous wires disappear and sloppy desktops transform into wide expanses of open space.

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