Anker 621 MagGo Review: The $30 MagSafe Charger Thats Actually Worth It
Enough juice to top off most phones by about 50 percent. Not a full charge, but gets you through the afternoon.
Magnets line up with iPhone 12 and newer. Clicks right on, stays put in your pocket or bag without sliding around.
Charges the bank itself over USB-C and you can also plug a cable into it for wired charging. Two ways to use it.
About the weight of a deck of cards. You barely notice its there on the back of your phone.
Why This Charger Keeps Selling Out
The Anker 621 MagGo has been one of the most popular portable chargers on Amazon for over two years now, and its not hard to see why. At thirty bucks, you get a magnetic power bank that snaps onto your iPhone and starts charging wirelessly. No cables, no fuss. Just stick it on the back and keep going.
I’ll be honest, 5,000mAh isn’t going to fully charge a modern iPhone. You’re looking at roughly half a charge, maybe a bit more on older models. But thats actually perfect for what most people need — that mid-afternoon top-up when you’re at 15% and dinner isn’t for another four hours. Its the charger you throw in your bag and forget about until you need it.
Build quality is what you’d expect from Anker at this price point. The soft matte finish picks up fewer fingerprints than the glossy competitors, and the magnets are strong enough that it wont fall off during normal use. The USB-C port on the bottom means you can also use it as a regular wired power bank for non-MagSafe devices, which is a nice bonus. My only gripe is the lack of a battery indicator on the outside — theres just a tiny LED that’s hard to read in sunlight.
What We Like
- Magnetic alignment works great, no fumbling with cable placement
- Under $30 — cheapest name-brand MagSafe charger around
- USB-C port means it doubles as a wired charger too
- Super lightweight, barely adds bulk to your phone
What Could Be Better
- 5,000mAh only gives about half a charge on newer iPhones
- Battery LED indicator is tiny and hard to see outdoors
- Wireless charging is slower than plugging in a cable
| Capacity | 5,000mAh |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4.59 oz (130g) |
| Output | 5W wireless / 12W USB-C wired |
| Input | USB-C 5V/2A |
| Compatibility | iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series (MagSafe) |
| Dimensions | 3.78 x 2.68 x 0.51 inches |
Common Questions
Does it work with a phone case?
It works with MagSafe compatible cases. Regular cases will block the magnetic connection and wireless charging wont work properly.
Can I charge it while its charging my phone?
Yes, pass-through charging works. Plug USB-C into the MagGo and it’ll charge both the bank and your phone at the same time.
Does it come with a cable?
You get a short USB-C cable in the box for recharging the power bank. No wall adapter included though, so you’ll need your own.
The Verdict
The Anker 621 MagGo does one thing really well — it gives your iPhone an emergency boost without any cables. Its not trying to be a massive battery pack and it doesnt pretend to fully charge your phone. For thirty bucks, its the best grab-and-go MagSafe charger you can buy right now. Just dont expect miracles from 5,000mAh.
