Anker Charger, 40W 4-Port USB Phone Charger with Foldable Plug, PowerPort 4 for iPhone 14/Pro/Pro Max/13/12, iPad Pro/Air/Mini, Galaxy S23/S22/S21, Note 20 Ultra, LG, Nexus, HTC, and More
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Brand | Anker |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB Type A |
Compatible Devices | Smartphones, Tablets |
Compatible Phone Models | iPhone 11,iPhone XS,iPhone XS Max,iPhone XR,uiPhone X,iPhone 8,iPhone 7,iPhone 6,iPad Pro,iPad Air 2,iPad Mini 4,iPad Mini 3,iPhone X Plus,iPhone 8 Plus,iPhone 7 Plus,iPhone 6 Plus,Galaxy/Note Edge,Nexus 7 See more |
Included Components | PowerPort 4 (40W 4-Port USB Charging Hub), welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty and friendly customer service. See more |
Special Feature | Portable, Short Circuit Protection, Multi Device Charging, Low Voltage Protection, Foldable, Compact, Input Current Surge Protection See more |
Color | White |
Input Voltage | 240 Volts |
Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
About this item
- Media's Choice: Recommended by the Wall Street Journal, which remarked that "PowerPort 4 was a godsend."
- Advanced Charging Technology: PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to provide the fastest possible charge up to 8 amps or 2.4 amps per port.(Does not support Qualcomm Quick Charge).
- Certified Safe: Anker's MultiProtect safety system ensures complete protection for you and your devices.
- Travel Ready: Compact design, foldable plug and 100-240 volt input ideal for worldwide travel.
- What You Get: PowerPort 4 (40W 4-Port USB Charging Hub), welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty and friendly customer service.
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For traveling | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Charging power | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.5 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Sturdiness | — | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.2 | — | 4.7 |
Cord length | — | — | 4.5 | 4.6 | — | 5.0 |
Sold By | AnkerDirect | AnkerDirect | Justice League Direct | YUEXBAOOus | Amazon.com | AnkerDirect |
connector type | USB Type A | USB Type C, USB Type A | connector type | USB Type A | USB Type C | USB Type C |
number of usb ports | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
compatible devices | Smartphones, Tablets | Tablets, Cellular Phones, Laptops, Headphones | Laptops | Cellular Phones, Tablets, Magsafe Wireless Charger, iPod Nano, iPod Touch, Switch and Sports Watch | Apple iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone XR, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, HTC U12+, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 3, iPad Pro (12.9") 2nd Gen, iPad Pro (10.5"), Huawei Mate 20, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei P30/P30 Pro, Sony Xperia XZ2, and more | MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook, iPad, Galaxy, iPhone 15 / 15 Pro / 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max, and More |
input voltage | 240 volts | 240 volts | 120 volts | 100 volts | 240 volts | 240 volts |
connector gender | Male-to-Male | Male-to-Male | male to male, Male to Male | Male-to-Male | Male-to-Male | male to male, Male to Male |
power source | AC 100-240V | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
From the manufacturer
PowerPort
Our acclaimed series of powerful, portable USB wall chargers. Built using only high-grade materials and advanced charging technology.
PowerPort 4
Packed with 4 PowerIQ enabled ports and a 40W output, simply plug in and charge phones, tablets and more at the same time. Whether on-the-go, or stationary PowerPort 4 is the ideal hub for multiple charging—up to 8 amps or 2.4 amps per port.
- Advanced Charging Technology
- Ultra Powerful
- MultiProtect Safety System
- Super Compact
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Multi-Device Charging4 ports provide unimpeded high-speed charging for all your devices—simultaneously. |
Foldable PlugSnap out to charge, then fold back for simplified storage. |
Perfectly PortableThe ideal size for any pouch, purse, pack, or pocket. |
PowerPort 4 | Anker 335 Charger (67W) with USB-C to USB-C Cable | PowerPort Speed 5 | Anker 736 Charger ( Nano II 100W ) | PowerPort Atom III Slim | PowerPort III 2-Port 100W | |
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Charging Technology | Basic | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium |
Charging Ports | 4 USB A | 2 USB C + 1 USB A | 5 USB A | 2 USB C + 1 USB A | 1 USB C + 3 USB A | 2 USB C |
Total Wattage | 40W | 67W | 63W | 100W | 65W | 100W |
iPhone Fast Charging | - | ✓ | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Samsung Fast Charging | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Macbook Compatible | - | ✓ | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Main Feature | High-Speed Charging for Phones, and Tablets | Powerful Charging for Phones, Tablets, and Notebooks | Simultaneous Charging for 5 Phones | Powerful Charging for Phones, Tablets, and Notebooks | High-Speed Charging for Phones, Tablets, and Laptops | Powerful Charging for Phones, Tablets, and Notebooks |
Size/Inch | 2.5 x 2.5 x 1.1 | 2.8 x 1.7 x 1.3 | 4.0 x 3.0 x 1.1 | 2.6 x 1.24 x 2.24 | 3.5 x 3.4 x 0.8 | 2.73 x 2.72 x 1.22 |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 2.5 x 1.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
ASIN | B00VH8G1SY |
Item model number | A2142 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,836 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories) #187 in Cell Phone Wall Chargers #579 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Electronics |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Connectivity technologies | USB |
Special features | Portable, Short Circuit Protection, Multi Device Charging, Low Voltage Protection, Foldable, Compact, Input Current Surge Protection |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | White |
Whats in the box | PowerPort 4 (40W 4-Port USB Charging Hub), welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty and friendly customer service. |
Manufacturer | Anker |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | May 1, 2015 |
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Product Description
Anker PowerPort 4
40W 4-port USB charging hub for phones, tablets & more
Media’s Choice
Recommended by the Wall Street Journal, which remarked that "PowerPort 4 was a godsend."
Advanced Charging Technology
Exclusive to Anker, PowerIQ and VoltageBoost combine to ensure your devices charge at their their fastest possible charge speed.
Ultra Powerful
4 ports pump out 40 watts of power, enabling multi-device charging. Simultaneously charge two iPads and two iPhones at full speed!
MultiProtect Safety System
Surge protection, temperature control and more advanced safety features keep you and your devices safe.
Super Compact
As small and light as a MacBook Air power adapter, the Anker PowerPort 4 is one of the most compact multi-port USB chargers on the market.
World Famous Warranty
At Anker, we believe in our products. That's why we back them all with an 18-month warranty and provide friendly, easy-to-reach support.
For Optimal Use:
Use your original cable or a third-party certified one (such as MFi).
Compatible with Apple and Android smartphones, tablets (including the Nexus 7) and other USB-charged devices.
Note:
If a port isn't working properly, your device may have triggered the protective internal safety switch. In order to reset the switch, unplug all cables for five minutes and retry.
This charger is not compatible with the iPod nano, iPod Classic, iPod Shuffle, HP TouchPad and Asus tablets. We recommend charging your MacBook while it's turned off or in sleep mode (5-hour recharge time).
Sustainability features
This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.
Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were measured, reduced and offset.
The Climate neutral label by ClimatePartner certifies that the carbon footprint of a product was calculated and all associated emissions were offset. Additionally, ClimatePartner encourages companies to set ambitious reduction targets and reduce their products' carbon footprints. The certificate number can be entered on ClimatePartner’s website for additional information such as the supported carbon offset project(s). ClimatePartner is improving lives by helping companies tackle climate change with practical solutions.
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743M8TCustomer reviews
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To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
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Customers like the charging adapter for its performance and quality. They say it charges all of their devices quickly and effectively. They like that it works well for other devices and is a high-quality build. Customers also appreciate the compact size and easy to transport. They mention that it's a great product for any frequent traveler.
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Customers like the charging of the adapter. They mention that it charges all of their devices quickly and effectively, and is a perfect high power charger to charge multiple devices. They say it does a better job recharging their headlamp battery than their prior charger, and that it's perfect for countertop charging. Customers are also happy with the no waste, cheaper cost, and higher performance than the original parts.
"...Many I've now had for years. They're reasonably-priced, offer a good number of ports, and always seem to work...." Read more
"...FASTER CHARGE: Charges my devices even faster compared to the old Anker 4-port charger because it is now 40W instead of 36W...." Read more
"...This worked out great! It was able to charge 4 items at once and has an indicator that shows power and when charging, it was a little more expensive..." Read more
"...This charger charges all of my devices quickly and effectively (including an iPhone 6s Plus, Samsung S4, Nexus 7 tablet, and Galaxy Tab 2)...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the charging adapter. They mention that it works well for other devices, has a few minor issues, and is a useful product. Some say that the adapter works fine on 240VAC 50Hz. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"Ought for a long trip out of state, works great as well as being small and easy to carry." Read more
"...Many I've now had for years. They're reasonably-priced, offer a good number of ports, and always seem to work...." Read more
"...Why?- IMPROVED PORTABILITY: It is now more portable now that you have the prong being foldable...." Read more
"This charger works really well, but has a few (minor) issues...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the charging adapter. They mention that it is a high quality build, durable, reliable, and compact. Customers also appreciate the better built lightning cable than the OEM Apple lightning cable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and reliability of the adapter and the charging cable.
"...It's been so reliable and compact that I purchased one for work. In this case, Anker as a name-brand has come through again." Read more
"...As well, their lightning cable is way better build than the OEM Apple lightning cable that came with my iPhone...." Read more
"...Heavy duty and works as described." Read more
"This is a well made, lightweight charger that lasts much longer that any of my other phone chargers. Plus, the cost is reasonable." Read more
Customers like the size of the charging adapter. They mention it's compact, easy to transport, and takes up less space. Some say it fits solidly into any wall outlet and charges all of their devices quickly.
"Ought for a long trip out of state, works great as well as being small and easy to carry." Read more
"...It's been so reliable and compact that I purchased one for work. In this case, Anker as a name-brand has come through again." Read more
"...Now this is a nice block when folded up so it is much easier to store and take out when I am on-the-go.-..." Read more
"...We wanted something small and compact with a folding plug so it would use less space when packed for traveling. This worked out great!..." Read more
Customers find the charging adapter great for travel, with a folding AC plug that makes it perfect for packing. They also say it's a great product for any frequent traveler, and the compact design makes it easy to carry in their bag. Customers also mention that the charger is perfect for use at the hotel, airport, and lounge when traveling.
"I haven't had it long, but it seems to be working fine. Great little portable charger...." Read more
"I’ve purchased this before and it’s absolutely perfect for traveling or everyday use...." Read more
"...is great for knowing when your devices are done charging, ideal for a hotel room if you are charging at a desk-..." Read more
"Compact. High quality. Great for travelling." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the charging adapter. They mention that it is sleek, well-designed, and demure. They also appreciate the white color and the glossy finish. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...All the USB plugs look great and hold the cords firmly inside. I also love the status light, which is a feature missing from my other Anker chargers...." Read more
"...The design and form factor are best in class--even in late 2020 I'm not aware of a device with four USB-A ports that's smaller and still plugs..." Read more
"...Every Anker product I've tried features an intelligent design and good craftsmanship.I use this wall charger for traveling...." Read more
"...Runs cool on US power.Sleek and compact with a fold-out plug for packing.The US plug fits securely into our old Euro adapters...." Read more
Customers find the charging adapter easy to use. They say it's convenient, easy to operate, and simple to fold out the prongs. Customers also say it frees up most of the power strip and makes their life much easier. They also say the product is a joy to use and not overly difficult to cover.
"...gotten thousands of hours of use out of these with no break downs, no frustration, no waste, cheaper cost, and higher performance than the original..." Read more
"...Operation is simple, you fold out the prongs, plug in and then plug in your devices. There is no noticeable noise from the device...." Read more
"...It's not overly difficult to cover, however. Charging time seems to be quick, although I've never actually timed it." Read more
"Love all anchor products including this multi charger. They are convenient, powerful and last. Some electronics are so cheap. Anchor’s are not...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the charging adapter. They mention that it easily falls out of an outlet, the plug does not slide in and out easily, and with worn out outlets it might not stay in the outlet. The LED for charging status sometimes loosens from the wall outlet.
"...USB ports are extremely tight, so tight that it is quite difficult to get the cables out...." Read more
"...for some reason they are really easy to unplug. I had the same problem with a previous one I had but I thought it was a fluke...." Read more
"...but at some hotels/airports with worn out outlets, this might not stay in the outlet, especially if you have cords pulling on it...." Read more
"Without a ground pin, it can easily fall out of an outlet" Read more
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This charger charges all of my devices quickly and effectively (including an iPhone 6s Plus, Samsung S4, Nexus 7 tablet, and Galaxy Tab 2). It even works better than my OEM Samsung charger for my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2. That tablet ONLY accepted charge from a Samsung charger, which was a big pain if I didn't have one handy, especially because that charger was dying and having trouble actually charging. This Anker charger makes all of that a non-issue: it charges perfectly as though it were an actual Samsung charger. As well, my Nexus 7 tablet wouldn't charge from a "regular" charger, so I left it in the drawer for a year assuming it was dead. However, I plugged it into this Anker charger and it came back to life. Woo-hoo!
This is very small and compact, which is great. But, it's kind of heavy. This is understandable because it has to charge 4 devices at once and needs the circuitry to support many different kinds of devices. But, it can cause problems when trying to get it to stay in a wall outlet. This is especially problematic when traveling overseas and using a plug adapter. Without something to support the charger from underneath, it falls out and doesn't charge (see photos). If the adapter had 3 prongs instead of 2, there might be a bit more friction to help hold the charger in place. If this is plugged into a power strip on the floor (or an outlet in the floor), this isn't an issue. However, most places I've traveled have only wall outlets. And this is marketed as a travel charger so that's a bit frustrating.
The USB ports are extremely tight, so tight that it is quite difficult to get the cables out. I'm actually worried I will damage the cables as I pull them out. As well, the arrangement of the ports makes it so that I can only grab onto the edges of the cables instead of the tops and bottoms. If I could grab onto the top and bottom of a cable, I'd have a lot more grip to pull a cable out. This issue makes it difficult to change/disconnect cables.
I bought this charger because Anker has well-built products, excellent warranties, and great customer service. A cable from a previous Anker charger died and Anker replaced it with no hassle whatsoever. They even replaced it with a BETTER cable than the one that came with the device. As well, their lightning cable is way better build than the OEM Apple lightning cable that came with my iPhone. With these experiences, I am happy to continue using Anker for my chargers and cables.
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2016
This charger charges all of my devices quickly and effectively (including an iPhone 6s Plus, Samsung S4, Nexus 7 tablet, and Galaxy Tab 2). It even works better than my OEM Samsung charger for my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2. That tablet ONLY accepted charge from a Samsung charger, which was a big pain if I didn't have one handy, especially because that charger was dying and having trouble actually charging. This Anker charger makes all of that a non-issue: it charges perfectly as though it were an actual Samsung charger. As well, my Nexus 7 tablet wouldn't charge from a "regular" charger, so I left it in the drawer for a year assuming it was dead. However, I plugged it into this Anker charger and it came back to life. Woo-hoo!
This is very small and compact, which is great. But, it's kind of heavy. This is understandable because it has to charge 4 devices at once and needs the circuitry to support many different kinds of devices. But, it can cause problems when trying to get it to stay in a wall outlet. This is especially problematic when traveling overseas and using a plug adapter. Without something to support the charger from underneath, it falls out and doesn't charge (see photos). If the adapter had 3 prongs instead of 2, there might be a bit more friction to help hold the charger in place. If this is plugged into a power strip on the floor (or an outlet in the floor), this isn't an issue. However, most places I've traveled have only wall outlets. And this is marketed as a travel charger so that's a bit frustrating.
The USB ports are extremely tight, so tight that it is quite difficult to get the cables out. I'm actually worried I will damage the cables as I pull them out. As well, the arrangement of the ports makes it so that I can only grab onto the edges of the cables instead of the tops and bottoms. If I could grab onto the top and bottom of a cable, I'd have a lot more grip to pull a cable out. This issue makes it difficult to change/disconnect cables.
I bought this charger because Anker has well-built products, excellent warranties, and great customer service. A cable from a previous Anker charger died and Anker replaced it with no hassle whatsoever. They even replaced it with a BETTER cable than the one that came with the device. As well, their lightning cable is way better build than the OEM Apple lightning cable that came with my iPhone. With these experiences, I am happy to continue using Anker for my chargers and cables.
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I love how small and portable this is, and it charges fast! Havent upgraded all my cables yet so this USB to USB-C/ Micro usb and the rest is just perfect! Price is good too
The outer box design is simplicity at its best and reminded me of the Chromecast packaging with its combination of white and blue. The minimalism extends to the contents of the box which includes nothing more than the charger itself and a couple of information leaflets. The first thing that you notice is that the charger has quite some heft to it. On my scale it comes in at 138g compared to 33g for the iPhone 7 charger. The weight is in a way an indicator of the quality of components and I can attest to it having used Anker products in the past. While none of the ports are certified for Qualcomm's proprietary Quick Charging, they are instead labelled as Power IQ which is Anker's microcontroller based solution for mimicking itself as the official charger for the device and thereby providing the optimal current requested by the device.
A problem that one faces when using US products is the presence of flat pins as against the round pin EU standard used in India. I always select flat pin compatible surge protectors or extension boxes but the wall sockets are another story. Among the 3 plug adapters I have with me, I found only one fitting snuggly with the flat pins of the charger. In case of others, the charger was left dangling dangerously on account of its weight and I had to resort to plugging in the charger upside down in order to prevent it from sliding out. The unit LED illuminates in blue with no load or when the charging current is within the USB 3 data standard of 500 mA. Anything above 500 mA and it changes to green which is in a way an indicator of quick charging.
The charger is rated at 40W at full load with 2.4A per port. With the normal USB DC voltage of 5V, it means that the device is capable of providing a total output current of 8A across the 4 ports. With most tablets drawing around 2.4A and phones drawing around 2A, this means the charger should be able to charge all of them at full speed. I decided to test it individually for 3 devices and compare it with the performance of their respective chargers.
First comes the iPhone 7. Apple provides a charger with a very low amperage of 1A compared to other mobile devices and while the optimist would say it is to prevent battery decay, a pessimist might think it is Apple's way of pushing people to buy an iPad charger which is listed as being compatible with all iPhones. Hence, it is a foregone conclusion that the Anker charger with its ability to supply up to 2.4A is going to be faster than the default charger, but by how much is to be seen. Unfortunately, Apple removed a lot of battery APIs in iOS 10 which makes it impossible to monitor the real-time current and hence I have decided to use time as a metric instead.
iPhone 7 (5 - 80%): Anker - 58 min; iPhone charger - 81 min
So, it turns out that on an average, the Anker charger is 28.4% faster than the default charger. Since the charging current tapers off as the voltage increases, the advantage of the Anker charger reduces as the battery percentage increases which is in fact visible as the LED changes from green to blue when the percentage hits 90%. Even then it offers susbstantial time saving.
The second device is a Redmi Note 3 that doesn't support Qualcomm's Fast Charging. The supplied charger is a 2A one. In this case I am checking the average charging current over a period of 5 minutes.
Redmi Note 3 (~60%): Anker - 1392 mA; Redmi charger - 1314 mA
Again, it seems that around 60% charge, the charging profile demands around 1400 mA. Even then, th Anker charger is able to supply a bit extra though the difference is negligible.
Lastly, I had a go with the OnePlus One which is a Quick Charge 2.0 device.
OnePlus One (~60%): Anker - 1701 mA; OPO charger - 865 mA
Since the difference is so large, I am inclined to think that the OPO charger is on its death bed and hence the comparison doesn't seem too valid. However, the charge current on the Anker is high enough to indicate that it is supplying what is demanded of it.
To conclude, empirical analysis indicates that the Anker charger is up to the task of charging any phone up to its full potential which makes it a welcome travel companion. On the other end, it is on the bulky side, weighing as much as a phone and tending to hang from the socket because of it. For its utility, the charger deserves a 5 out of 5.