Anker 622 MagGo Magnetic Battery: A Small, Snap-On Power Fix for iPhone Users
ScoredPower banks are bulky, cables tangle, and most of the time you just need a little extra juice — not a full second battery. The Anker 622 MagGo is built for exactly that gap: a magnetic pack that snaps onto the back of a MagSafe-compatible iPhone and starts charging the instant it clicks into place.
What It Is
The Anker 622 MagGo is a 5,000mAh magnetic battery pack built around Apple's MagSafe magnet array, so it aligns and locks onto compatible iPhones (iPhone 12 and later, generally) with a satisfying click. No cable, no plug — you just stick it on and it feeds power to your phone. It also folds out into a small kickstand, handy for propping your phone up during video calls or media playback. At $35.99, it lands in the budget-to-midrange tier of portable chargers — not dirt cheap, but far from premium.
Who It's For
This is an iPhone accessory first and foremost. Android users with MagSafe-style cases can sometimes make it work, but the design is built around Apple's ecosystem. It suits people who want a grab-and-go backup for a day they know they'll run low — travel, festivals, conferences, or just a long day away from an outlet. If you need to charge a laptop or tablet, or want to take a phone from empty to full overnight, look elsewhere: 5,000mAh is good for a partial-to-full top-up on most iPhones, not multiple full cycles.
Key Features & Specs
- Capacity: 5,000mAh — enough for a meaningful top-up, not an all-day power source
- Charging method: Magnetic MagSafe attachment (no cables needed to charge your phone)
- Kickstand: Folds out to prop your phone up for video or media viewing
- Compatibility: MagSafe-enabled iPhones (iPhone 12 and newer); works best without a thick case in the way
- Portability: Small, flat form factor designed to live in a pocket or bag without adding bulk
- Charging the pack itself: Typically via USB-C, so you can top off the battery separately from your phone
Pros
- No cables to fuss with — snap it on and go
- Genuinely pocketable compared to traditional power banks
- Kickstand adds real utility for hands-free viewing
- Priced within the budget-friendly range for MagSafe accessories
Cons
- 5,000mAh is a supplement, not a full backup — don't expect a 10%-to-100% charge with juice to spare
- Only works well with MagSafe-compatible phones and thin or no cases
- Magnetic charging runs a bit less efficient than wired, so expect some heat and modest speed
- Charges phones only — no laptops, tablets, or other devices
The Anker 622 MagGo does one job, and does it well: a convenient, cable-free boost for an iPhone when you don't want to lug a full-size battery pack. It's not a replacement for a higher-capacity charger on heavy-use days, and it was never trying to be. For quick top-ups plus a built-in kickstand, it's a smart pick in the sub-$40 range — but only if your battery anxiety is "I might need 20-30% back," not "I need a full second charge." Match the use case and it's an easy recommendation; mismatch it and you'll be disappointed.
If that sounds like what you need, you can check current pricing and availability here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B469LWF4?tag=thebenchtest-20
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