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This Irish guide explains how to keep your phone, internet and laptop powered using practical backup power solutions.

What Size Power Bank Do I Need? (Simple Guide for 2026) Choosing a power bank comes down to one thing: matching capacity to your use case. This guide helps you pick the right size fast, without guessing. If you’re buying mainly for flights, check power bank rules for Ryanair and Aer Lingus before choosing a larger capacity. Quick answer Everyday choice: 10,000mAh Heavy use or travel days: 20,000mAh Multi-day and multiple devices: 30,000mAh to 50,000mAh Emergency kit / maximum backup: 80,000mAh to 120,000mAh Jump straight to sizes: 5,000mAh, 10,000mAh, 20,000mAh, 30,000mAh, 50,000mAh, 120,000mAh. What does mAh mean in real life?...

⚡ Why Your Power Bank Takes Forever to Charge (And How to Fix It)Ever bought a big power bank — maybe 20,000mAh or more — and noticed it takes absolutely ages to charge up? You’re not mad. You’re not doing anything wrong. It’s just that most people don’t realise how long these things actually take when you’re using an old phone charger or a cheap USB cable. And in Ireland especially, where we’re often relying on hand-me-down plugs or cables from phones ten years old, it’s no wonder people think their power bank is faulty. Let’s break it down —...

Why It’s So Hard to Get High-Capacity Power Banks in Ireland 🇮🇪 (And Why We Actually Have Them) If you’ve ever tried to buy a 30,000mAh, 50,000mAh or 120,000mAh power bank in Ireland, you already know the pain 😅. Most shops only sell the same small 10,000mAh yokes that barely get your phone through the day. It’s frustrating, especially if you actually rely on your devices for camping or travel. You check Amazon.. “Sorry, this item can’t be shipped to your address.” 😅 You check Currys? Same handful of tiny chargers they’ve been selling for years. 😅 It’s not your...

How to Work Out How Many Times a Power Bank Can Charge Your Phone A quick, no-nonsense guide from PowerBanks.ie ☘️ — learn how to estimate your phone’s charge count, and try our free calculator to skip the maths. 🔢 The Simple Formula Ever looked at a 20,000 mAh or 50,000 mAh power bank and wondered how many charges you’ll actually get? Here’s the short answer — you only need two numbers: your power bank’s capacity and your phone’s battery size. (Power Bank Capacity × 0.85) ÷ Phone Battery Size = Estimated Full Charges That 0.85 allows for the usual...

Ryanair & Aer Lingus Power Bank Rules – What’s Allowed & Our Top Travel Picks (2025 Guide) ✈️ Can I Bring a Power Bank on a Plane in Ireland? Yes – both Ryanair and Aer Lingus allow passengers to bring power banks in carry-on luggage only. They’re classed as lithium-ion batteries, which aviation safety rules forbid in checked bags because of potential fire risk. If you’re flying from Ireland to Europe or further abroad, make sure your power bank meets each airline’s capacity limit before travelling. ⚡ Quick Power Bank Limits at a Glance (2025) Airline Carry-on Allowed? Checked Luggage?...

Ah, camping season in Ireland.. best camping power banks are on everyones mind..— where the air is fresh, the tea tastes better in a flask, and the rain is... well, let’s just say less consistent. Whether you're off to Connemara, parked up by Lough Derg, or risking midges in Kerry, one thing's for sure: your phone, torch, drone, or GPS won’t charge itself. And sure as sunrise, there won’t be a socket in sight. Enter: the humble, powerful, and occasionally sun-loving power bank. Let’s have a proper natter about the best camping power banks in Ireland, and why every tent...