REVIEW: BOOSTCHARGE MAGNETIC WIRELESS POWER BANK 5K
- Jeni O'Dowd
- Jul 21
- 2 min read
Many portable chargers either feel like a brick in your pocket or crank out enough heat to fry an egg. The Belkin BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 5K changed that on my recent overseas trip.
Here’s what stood out:
Magnetic wireless convenience: If you're an iPhone user with MagSafe, it snaps on neatly and charges without cables. Need USB-C? It’s got you covered, but I left those cords packed.
Right-size capacity: With a 5,000mAh battery, it reliably charges from 30% to nearly full in one go. It won’t charge every device in your bag, but it will save your phone when you're away from an outlet.
Design and portability: Slim, light, and minimalist. The model I used was a clean matte white, which looked sleek.
Built-in stand: One of the smartest features? The handy built-in stand that props your phone up while it charges. Perfect for watching a show or keeping your screen visible during layovers without having to juggle it on your tray table. Functional and fabulous.
A cool vibe: The real surprise? It never overheated. No sweaty palms, no thermal anxiety even after hours of charging. That’s rare for a power bank.
Travel notes (aka the fine print):
Like all power banks, you can’t use it on the plane. It’s approved in carry-on (as per international lithium battery rules) but must remain off during take-off, landing and whenever cabin crew give the nod. Once you land, hit it hard.
Power Bank Final verdict
This is the perfect travel companion: sleek, reliable,and safe. It won’t power your earbuds, tablet, and phone all day, but it will rescue your phone after a long travel slog. Ideal for layovers, day trips or international haul-outs when every percent counts.
Who it’s for
If you’re tired of hunting for power outlets mid-travel, dealing with cable spaghetti or nervously holding a charger that's hotter than your latte, this one’s worth having in your kit.
Just remember: it lives in your carry-on, stays off on planes, and hits like a champ when you're back on land. And the white model? Very aesthetic. 10/10 for style points.
The stand’s just a bonus - one you’ll use more than you think.
