A portable charger (aka power bank) can mean the difference between stressing over your iPad Pro’s battery life. Or being able to use it all day long without worry. The best portable chargers for iPad Pro can all fast charge. While also offering enough capacity to keep you going, whether for a busy workday or long trip.
Looking to charge at home, work, or for travel? Check out Best Fast Chargers for iPad Pro.
ZMI PowerPack Aura 20K USB-C and AUKEY PB-Y24 26800 Universal for iPad Pro
Fast Charging iPad Pro
The iPad Pro (Lightning) supports both USB Power Delivery (USB PD) and Apple 2.4A. If yours came with a USB-A charger then that is using Apple 2.4A. If you have a USB-C charger then that is using USB PD. Apple 2.4A has a limit of 12W, but USB PD can go up to 29W with the iPad Pro (Lightning).
The iPad Pro (USB-C) also supports both USB Power Delivery (USB PD) and Apple 2.4A. Its USB-C charger offers 18W USB PD. But the iPad Pro (USB-C) can go up to 30W USB PD with a higher output charger.
Learn more about USB Power Delivery and other fast charging standards.
USB-C to Lightning Cable
The iPad Pro (Lightning) will need to use a USB-C to Lightning cable to connect with a USB-C PD charger.
Find a good selection of USB-C to Lightning cables here. All listed cables are MFi certified by Apple. Meaning they meet Apple’s standards and testing to work with iPhones and iPads. Pick your cable based on length, color, and price.
USB-C to USB-C Cable
The iPad Pro (USB-C) will need to use a USB-C to USB-C cable to connect with a USB-C PD charger. Such a cable was included with these model iPad Pros. But you may want to buy a new one to keep with your new charger.
Find a good selection of USB-C cables here. Stick with USB 2.0 cables. They offer as fast a charge rate at a lower cost.
Best Portable Chargers for iPad Pro
20,000mAh Power Banks
These portable chargers approach and meet the max power draw rate of the iPad Pro. While providing enough battery capacity to recharge even the largest iPad Pro more than once.
- iPad Pro 9.7-inch: 1.8 charges
- iPad Pro 10.5-inch: 1.6 charges
- iPad Pro 11-inch: 1.75 charges
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch: 1.4 charges
A full-service charger bundle that works well with the iPad Pro. The power bank itself offers 24W, near the 29-30W limit of an iPad Pro. Close enough you don't notice a difference in charge time. Its included wall charger is a full 30W, working even better with an iPad Pro. Both power bank and wall charger are USB-IF certified.
- Ports: USB-C, USB-A
- Output: 24W USB-C PD, 10W USB-A
- Capacity: 20,100mAh
- Bundled with a 30W USB-C wall charger, also able to fast charge iPad Pro
- USB-IF certified
- Size: 6.6 x 2.4 x 0.9 in | 12.7 oz
- Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
Review of the Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD
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A more budget-friendly alternative to popular brands. The USB-C port tops out at 27W, just shy of the 29-30W an iPad Pro can handle. But the highest charge rates only occur when the battery is below 20%. You'll likely not notice a difference in charge time, but you will in price.
- Ports: USB-C, USB-A x2
- Output: 27W USB-C PD, Quick Charge 3.0
- Capacity: 20,000mAh
- Unique dot matrix display to show remaining charge
- Size: 5.9 x 2.8 x 1 inches | 13.4 oz
- Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
Review of the ZMI PowerPack Aura 20K USB-C
This power bank's 45W can support small laptops, as well as an iPad Pro. It offers a wide range of fast charging standard support and features. A good option if you have more than just an iPad Pro to worry about charging on the go.
- Ports: USB-C, USB-A x2
- Output: 45W USB-C PD, 18W Quick Charge 3.0 USB-A
- Capacity: 20,000mAh
- Size: 6.3 × 3.2 × 0.8 in | 14.3 oz
- Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
Review of the ZMI PowerPack 20000
26,800mAh Power Banks
These portable chargers meet the max power draw rate of the iPad Pro. While providing enough battery capacity to recharge all but the largest iPad Pro more than twice. They also meet all FAA regulations about lithium batteries on US flights.
- iPad Pro 9.7-inch: 2.4 charges
- iPad Pro 10.5-inch: 2.2 charges
- iPad Pro 11-inch: 2.3 charges
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch: 1.8 charges
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Review of the AUKEY PB-Y24 26800 Universal
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Review of the RAVPower PD Pioneer 26800
Comparison of All Recommended Portable Chargers for iPad Pro
| Charger | Note | Output | Capacity | Size | Weight | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD Anker PowerPort Speed PD 30 wall charger | Review | Includes USB-C to USB-C cable and 30W USB-C PD wall charger USB-IF certified | 24W USB-C PD | 20,100mAh | 6.6 x 2.4 x 0.9 in | 12.7 oz | Price not available |
| No products found. | Includes USB-C to USB-C cable | 60W USB-C PD | 20,000mAh | 6 x 2.6 x 1 in | 13.2 oz | No products found. | |
| ZMI PowerPack Aura 20K USB-C | Review | Includes USB-C to USB-C cable | 27W USB-C PD | 20,000mAh | 5.9 x 2.8 x 1 in | 13.4 oz | Price not available |
| No products found. | Review | Includes USB-C to USB-C cable | 60W USB-C PD 18W USB-C PD | 26,800mAh | 6.5 x 3.4 x 1.2 in | 24.6 oz | No products found. |
| No products found. | Review | Includes USB-C to USB-C cable | 30W USB-C PD | 26,800mAh | 6.8 x 3.2 x 0.9 in | 16.3 oz | No products found. |
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Prices are from Amazon Product Advertising API, last updated on 2024-11-26.