I have been reviewing power banks/battery backups on Amazon for nearly a decade and I have gone through so many in my lifetime.
While the battery can be used as a backup for those who go on long trips or not in an immediate area to charge their electronic device, this is a battery for those need to charge their cell phone, tablet, MP3 player or whichever USB device they have overnight.
I personally am a big believer of owning battery packs for backup use or emergency use. After the 2011 tsunami and earthquake disaster in Japan and seeing how friends had no way to communicate with the world only through twitter and had no choice but to use their vehicle to powerup their device and similar situation in Bohol due to the earthquake in the Philippines in 2013 and no one having no way to charge their cell phones, I have looked at these backups as important emergency devices to have. Especially if you live in an area that is prone to natural disasters.
May it be during a long brown/blackout which does happen in our neighborhood to whenever I’m on leave to cover an event and away from my hotel and I need my cell phone, tablet, wifi device or some device charged in my bag, while I’m working, I have found battery charging devices to be a lifesaver in several occasions.
Also, as a family man, knowing how many times my wife or son keep asking to charge their cell phones or tablets during a commute. A powerbank/portable charger is worth owning.
I. WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOX?
The Gatcepot 20,000 mAh Power Bank comes pre-charged and comes with a USB-C cable. [NOTE: I always purchase my own braided nylon USB cables that are longer (6 ft), they don’t fray so badly and are more dependable. Also, so I can easily have my battery in my backpack during traveling overseas. You can get a pack of these cheaply on Amazon.] Also, a travel pouch is included.
The battery has a capacity of 20,000 mAh Lithium-Ion battery and comes with an 18-month warranty.
II. HOW DO I CHARGE A DEVICE
This power bank has three USB ports! Two (in black) are 2 5v/2.4 A Max and the third (in orange) is a 5V/3A quick charger.
Connect your device via its USB to the USB input on the battery unit.
All you have to do is check your cell phone, iPad or whatever USB device to see if it is indeed recharging.
III. HOW DO I CHARGE THE GATCEPOT POWER BANK
Connect the USB to USB-C cable to the Gatcepot Power Bank and then the other end to your cell phone USB charger adapter, power strip with a USB input or car adapter for a quicker charge or connect to your PC/laptop (that is plugged in). The battery also has a micro USB, just in case you can’t find your USB-C cable. But it is recommended to use USB-C!
Just wait until the four LED lights are fully lit to indicate it’s fully charged.
JUDGMENT CALL:
TheGatcepot 20,000 mAh Power Bank is a very good battery, considering many power banks have two ports, not three. And very few have that quick charging USB port.
The device works as intended, giving you 7 times to charge an iPhone 8, 5 for an iPhone X and 4.5 for Galaxy S9 or several USB recharges depending on the device.
I have tested this Gatcepot 20,000 mAh Power Bank to charge my smartphone, pocket wifi device, Android Tablet and iPad with no problems whatsoever.
For me, it’s always interesting to see how powerbanks change over the years. From 2500-6600-8000 mAh and now here is one that is 22,000 mAh and has three ports (one which is a quick charging port).
But these are great devices to have for emergency purposes, to have during vacation, camping or if you are on location and far from a charging outlet or device.
I bring these along with me when I travel, but it’s important for those who are traveling out of the country, according to the Federal Aviation Administration: Spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries must be carried in carry-on baggage only. When a carry-on bag is checked at the gate or at planeside, all spare lithium batteries must be removed from the bag and kept with the passenger in the aircraft cabin. This power bank is compliant with airline restrictions.
It’s important to note that because it comes with three USB charging ports and can be charged via USB-C and micro-USB, it costs a little more at under $35.
The Gatcepot 20,000 mAh Power Bank is one of the better 22,000 mAh power banks that I have used and tested. If you travel constantly, on assignment far from an outlet or charging device or you live in areas with a lot of brown/blackouts or areas that are affected by natural disasters, for your peace of mind, it’s worth owning these devices for emergencies and those moments when you, your family or friends need to charge your cell phone, tablet or wifi device and portable gaming consoles.
Recommended!
