Iniu B61 10000mAh power bank review: a versatile power bank that’s easy to carry | TechRadar

Nov 07, 2024

The Iniu B61 10000mAh power bank is a light power bank with a large capacity and three USB ports – all of which makes it a versatile and travel-friendly power bank. Charging performance is also good, but more USB-C ports would’ve been welcomed considering more and more devices are adopting the standard. However, the Iniu B61 is still good value for money given its capacity, port selection and portability.

Well-priced

Light and small

Multiple ports

Only one USB-C

No wireless charging

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The Iniu B61 is a compact power bank with multiple USB ports and 22W of power, allowing you to charge three devices at once. Thanks to its lean design, it’s also easy to carry, fitting in your pocket comfortably without weighing you down.

For a 10,000mAh power bank, the Iniu B61 is very small and light. It’s only a few grams heavier than the Anker PowerCore 10000 Redux, and that bank only has two USB ports.

Overall, the Iniu B61 cuts a smart and inconspicuous figure. The harshness of the black colorway is softened somewhat by its rounded contours. It may be a little on the thick side, but it’s justified given its capacity, as not even the best power banks can beat it in this regard.

The matte rubberized finish is smooth to the touch. It also seems quite resistant to scratches, which is an auspicious indicator for its long-term prospects. However, the joins aren’t the most solid, as I did notice some play between the front and back parts of the chassis, but this is a minor gripe rather than a serious concern.

The plastic display appears hard-wearing, although it’s unnecessarily large, given it only ever displays the battery percentage. The Anker MagGo 10K for instance, has a much smaller screen, but displays additional information, including estimated charging times.

The Iniu B61 comes with a phone stand that slides out from underneath, allowing you to easily view your device while charging. However, I didn’t find the mechanism is a little on the flimsy side, and I’m not sure it would withstand the rigours of constant travel.

The USB-C port supports the PD 3.0 standard, so fast charging is possible. It managed to charge my Google Pixel 7a from 50-100% in just over two hours. The USB-A ports, on the other hand, support QC 4+. Charging this way is also fast, but inevitably not as quick, topping up the Pixel 7a from half to full in about an hour and a half.

In both cases, the battery of the Iniu B61 drained by about 30%, which means you should be able to get at least a couple of charges out of it. Charging the bank itself takes about two hours from half to full.

This puts it roughly on a par with other 10,000mAh power banks. It pretty much equals the USB-C charging performance of the Anker MagGo 10k, which is considerably more expensive than the Iniu B61.

As the world moves closer to wholesale USB-C adoption, I would’ve preferred to have seen two USB-C ports instead of two USB-A ports, and the lack of wireless charging is also a shame given the Iniu B61 is the ideal size to slot behind your phone.

However, it’s hard to complain at this price point, since power banks from Anker are usually more expensive, and while they tend to provide more features, they don’t offer greater charging speeds. Ultimately, the Iniu B61 is good value for those in the market for a versatile and travel-friendly power bank.

You want to charge multiple devices at onceThree ports means three-way simultaneous charging, although as expected, charging speeds will suffer.

You want something portableGiven its capacity, the Iniu B61 is surprisingly light and slender, making it a great travel companion.

You want wireless chargingThere’s no wireless charging capability on the Iniu B61, which is a shame given its form factor.

You mainly have USB-C devicesYou might be put off if most of your devices are USB-C, which is the way the world is going.

Anker PowerCore 10000 ReduxAdopting a pill-shape as opposed to the typical flat rectangle design of most power banks, the PowerCore 10000 Redux has a keen focus on portability. It also comes with a carrying handle and a USB-C-to-A adapter attached to the included charging cable. It’s marginally lighter than the Iniu B61, yet offers the same 10,000mAh capacity. However, it has two USB ports rather than three, despite being about the same price as the Iniu B61.

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he had experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

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