Anker MagGo Power Bank Review: Fix for a Dying iPhone?
A slim battery that snaps onto the back of an iPhone and charges it without a cable. For the boyfriend whose phone dies before dinner, it ends the hunt for an outlet.
Yes, for an iPhone user who is always low on battery. It snaps on magnetically and charges as he walks [1], and a USB-C port covers his earbuds too. Skip it for an Android phone.
By Andrew Pataleta, GiftX founder · Updated October 29, 2026 · Sources
Specs at a glance
| Capacity | 10,000mAh [1] |
| Wireless | Qi2-certified, 15W max [1] |
| Port | USB-C, 30W max [1] |
| Size | About 0.58 x 2.78 x 4.09 inches [1] |
| Charges | Up to 1.8 charges for an iPhone 15 Pro [1] |
| Fits | iPhone 12 to 16 series [1] |
| In the box | USB-C cable, guide [1] |
| Warranty | 24 months [1] |
Pros and cons
- Designed for iPhone, not Android
- Adds weight to the phone while attached
- Wireless charging is slower than a cable
The phone at one percent
Every couple has the moment: dinner is over, the ride home needs booking and his phone is dead. A power bank fixes that, but most of them need a cable he never has.
A magnetic power bank is different. It clicks onto the back of the phone and starts charging, so he can keep scrolling, calling or navigating while it tops up.
It also suits the boyfriend who travels for work, goes to concerts or spends long days at a stadium. Anywhere outlets are scarce, a battery that needs no cable is the one he will actually carry.
Capacity, ports and size
Anker lists a 10,000mAh battery with a Qi2-certified magnetic pad at up to 15W and a USB-C port at up to 30W [1]. It gives up to 1.8 charges for an iPhone 15 Pro, so a full day out is covered [1].
It measures about 0.58 by 2.78 by 4.09 inches with a metal frame and aerogel insulation to keep it cool [1]. In the box are a USB-C cable and a guide, with a 24-month warranty [1].
The listing names the iPhone 12 through 16 series as compatible, and later models with MagSafe use the same standard [1].
Android owners and the weight
Anker says this power bank is designed for iPhone and does not recommend it for Android phones, where fit and speed can suffer [1]. Check his phone first.
It also adds bulk while attached. Most people charge, then pull it off and pocket it. Wireless charging is slower than a cable, so for a fast top-up the USB-C port is the better route.
Check his phone case too. Thick cases without MagSafe magnets can weaken the hold, so a MagSafe-compatible case works best with it.
A practical gift that gets used daily
This is the gift he will use most often on this list, even if it is not the most exciting. Charge it before you wrap it so it works on Christmas morning.
From this guide, it pairs with the JBL Flip speaker for a tech bundle, or with The Ridge Wallet, Carbon Fiber for a slim pocket setup.
FAQ
How many times can the Anker MagGo charge an iPhone?
Anker says up to 1.8 charges for an iPhone 15 Pro from the 10,000mAh battery [1]. Real numbers depend on the phone model and on whether he uses it while charging. For most people it covers a long day plus some of the next [1]
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Sources and how we checked
- Amazon.com listing for the Anker MagGo Power Bank, 10,000mAh Qi2-Certified 15W Portable Charger
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