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Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) review
Anker's flagship 26,250mAh bank with 300W total output, 140W per USB-C port and 250W dual-port recharging.
By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 8, 2026
- Performance (40%)
- 9.6
- Ease of use (25%)
- 8.8
- Value (35%)
- 7.8
The Prime 26K is the most capable bank we compared. Anker rates it at 300W total output across three devices, with up to 140W on each USB-C port, which covers the largest laptops at full speed while a phone charges from the 22.5W USB-A port. Its standout is refill speed: using both USB-C ports, Anker says it recharges to 50% in 13 minutes and to 80% in 40 minutes, which makes a short layover useful. Anker notes the 250W figure needs two 140W chargers and 5A cables, and 150W is possible on the optional Prime charging base. A display and a Bluetooth app show real-time stats, and Anker says ActiveShield 4.0 checks temperature 120 times a second. The bank weighs 600 g and is described as flight-approved. The catch is price: at $229.99 it costs nearly twice our top pick, and it has no built-in cable.
Who it is for
Frequent flyers and remote workers who want the fastest charging and the fastest refill between flights.
Price
$229.99 at Anker's US store when checked ($30 off).
anker prime power bank (26k, 300w) power bank ×1 (in stock) estimated delivery in 3-7 business days. $229.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.
Key features
- 26,250mAh capacity
- 300W total output across three devices, 140W max per USB-C port
- 250W dual-port recharging, 50% in 13 minutes and 80% in 40 minutes
- Smart display plus app control over Bluetooth
- Flight-approved, with ActiveShield 4.0 temperature monitoring
Strengths and weaknesses
- Strength: Fastest documented recharge on our list
- Strength: Two 140W USB-C ports handle the largest laptops
- Strength: App shows real-time stats and charging preferences
- Weakness: Most expensive pick at $229.99
- Weakness: 250W input needs two 140W chargers and two 5A cables
- Weakness: No built-in cable
Key facts
- Capacity: 26,250mAh
- Max output: 300W total, 140W per USB-C
- Max input: 250W dual-port
- Weight: 1.32 lb (600 g)
- Ports: 2 USB-C, 1 USB-A
Where it ranks
Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) is No. 2 in our Best Portable Chargers verdict.
Alternatives we scored
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