Best Power Bank for Backpacking: 9 Trail-Ready Chargers

The Goal Zero Venture 35 is a versatile device with a good weight-to-power ratio and an impressive battery capacity.

In terms of output, the Goal Zero offers 9,600 milliamp hours – more than enough to recharge all your backpacking gadgets and devices. Add a solar panel to your kit and you can recharge your bank on the go thanks to its dual charging capabilities (USB and solar).

With a recently upgraded IP rating of IP67, the Goal Zero is now waterproof, dustproof, and always adventure-ready! Another useful perk for campers and backpackers is the Goal Zero’s built-in 50-lumen LED flashlight.

Overall, the Goal Zero Venture 35 is a well-rounded backpacking power bank for anyone looking for a simple and no-fuss solution to powering up their devices in the backcountry.

The NiteCore LC10 is a three-in-one portable battery pack, flashlight, and backup light all in one teeny tiny compact case. Weighing in at an incredibly light 0.98oz, it’s our top pick for backpacking minimalists who love saving on every ounce.

On top of being impressively light weight and portable, the NiteCore adds a few other handy features into the mix. It’s got an integrated USB input and output port along with a built-in lightning adapter for Apple devices. As an added safety feature, charging protection automatically disconnects your devices upon charging completion.

While it’s true the NiteCore doesn’t offer a tremendous amount of juice, it remains an affordable and ultralight battery bank suitable for weekend warriors and day-trippers.

Looking to squeeze some value out of every dollar you spend? If so, we think you’ll be impressed with the Charmast.

There’s a lot to love about the Charmast. It’s a high-capacity battery and high-output charger with a sleek and pocket-friendly design that resembles a smartphone. Four ports allow you to charge multiple devices simultaneously while LED indicator lights let you know the exact charge remaining.

While the Chamast is up there with the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD for the highest capacity charger on our list, it’s lighter and less expensive. You’ll also enjoy high-speed charging through both a USB-C cable or micro USB input.

Heavy-duty, drop-resistant, and weatherproof, the MyCharge Adventure is ideal for hikers, backpackers, and campers that love to push their gear to its limits.

With its small, compact design and high portability, the MyCharge is the ultimate outdoor companion. Thanks to a waterproof case and rubberized finish, you’ll never have to worry about the weather forecast or dirt and debris damaging the battery pack. A convenient, built-in carabiner lets you clip the device right to your pack for easy access.

With a 2.4A output, you can fully recharge a phone battery five times from one full charge, making it a suitable choice for multi-day backpacking or camping trips.

The Anker PowerCore 5000 offers top-notch performance at a budget-friendly price. With fast charging and recharging speed along with a sleek and portable design, this compact power bank makes a great choice for budget-conscious backpackers.

Due to its low output, the Anker PowerCore may not be the best choice for multi-day adventurers loaded up with energy-guzzling gadgets. But if you’re heading into the backcountry with just a smartphone, this device is a great, affordable, and highly portable companion.

Looking for a highly portable power bank suitable for everything from your office commute to hitting the trail? If so, the Goal Zero Flip 12 will make a great addition to your backpacking must-haves list.

Thanks to a slim profile, metal outer casing, and compact size, this battery bank wins our top spot for best portable design. Another outstanding feature is the fact that this handy device can be conveniently charged through either its USB port or through a solar panel. Pair it with most modern solar panels and you’ll find it fully charged in just 3 hours.

While the Goal Zero Flip does have one of the lowest outputs on our list, you’ll still get one full charge for most smartphones. It also ties with NiteCore as the most affordable option on our list.

If you need to charge all sorts of fancy tech while backpacking, the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 has your back.

To start with, it offers one of the highest battery capacities on our list alongside the Charmast. Unlike most portable battery packs, all that extra power will allow you to charge big devices like laptops and tablets.

All that power comes at a cost in both weight and $, as the Anker PowerCore is one of the priciest and bulkiest battery packs on our list. But if you’re desperate to keep multiple, energy-hungry devices charged up while out on your adventures, there’s no better choice for a backpacking power bank.

The Anker Astro offers all the durability and top-notch performance of the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 at a fifth of the weight and for considerably fewer bucks.

You’ll indeed be sacrificing a lot of the juice that makes the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD so powerful, but if you’ve only got 1 or 2 small gadgets to charge, the Anker Astro becomes the obvious choice.

The Anker Astro also has a few features that set it apart in its own right. Its light weight and compact size make it perfect for carrying in your pocket, while a smart USB port allows you to charge most devices at full speed (2 amps). Conveniently, you’ll find the necessary micro USB cable right in the box.

The BioLite PD Power Banks is a feature-packed portable charger that’s always adventure-ready thanks to its durable build.

With a 20,000 mPh battery capacity, you’ll have plenty of juice for charging up all your gear (that’s roughly 4–5 full smartphone charges!). In addition to its impressive output, this backpacking power bank provides several ports, including ​​2 x USB-A quick-charge out ports.

If you’re looking for durability and portability, it’s hard to beat the sleek design and ruggedness of the BioLite.