The Torras MiniMag Power Bank.
It uses MagSafe technology to snap onto the back of your iPhone or adapter-equipped device and works great with MagSafe cases. In the box, you’ll get the battery pack and an included USB-C cable for $55 (or less, depending on where you shop).
It comes in two colors (Glacier Gray and Azalea Pink) and promises 5,000mAh of battery capacity. The aluminum alloy construction offers an ultra-light feel and features graphene heat dissipation for charging safety. You can charge on the go up to 7.5W or with the bank plugged in for 18W, but either way, indicator lights make it easy to tell how much capacity is left.
Also: This tiny power bank is one of my everyday essentials (and it’s on sale for 20% off)
The main appeal of the Torras battery is its design. It is the thinnest and lightest pack of this capacity I have tested in the last year, which really is saying something. MagSafe battery packs can be notoriously chunky or brick-like, making them unsuitable for some situations. Torras has really nailed the slim profile factor while still maintaining a 5,000mAh capacity, the smallest capacity I’d recommend for a battery pack to have on hand for battery boosts and top-offs.
The Torras MiniMag side by side with Belkin’s latest Boostcharge Pro Qi2 battery pack.
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Plus, the Torras MiniMag has a strong magnetic hold (13N, or about 2.2 lbs), which makes it perfect for on-the-go use without worry. However, the MagSafe hold can become dislodged if the pack is knocked from the side, but I’ve found this to be true with almost any magnetic charger.
The MiniMag, in my opinion, is truly the best 5,000mAh option for everyday use or travel. It’s more juice than smaller plug-in charging options, but still slim enough to carry in a purse, work bag, or even just your pocket because it actually fits (yes, even while snapped on your phone).
There is also no awkward overhang on my iPhone 14 Pro, and it does not obstruct my camera or bump onto the lip of my case around my camera, which is a big plus. No one wants to charge their phone via MagSafe only to realize you can’t charge and take your Insta pics simultaneously (been there, done that).
This probably isn’t the best battery if you’re looking for added features like kickstands or grips or larger capacity options (though Torras does make a 10,000mAh version that’s only 0.5 inches thick), but it is a super practical option to ensure you always have a battery pack on hand.
Ultimately, it’s pretty spot on to other MagSafe battery packs that I’ve tested. I was thoroughly happy with its performance, especially for its thin design. Despite its smaller stature, it does not compromise on charging or speed, and it is certainly competitive with similar 5,000mAh packs I have recently tested, like Belkin’s newest BoostCharge Pro pack.