Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review: At first I thought it was just cute, but this power bank means business

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Two UGREEN Uno 15W Qi2 power banks are side by side on a marble effect surface, angled slightly toward each other. The power banks are gray and purple, the latter has an iPhone 12 Pro charging on it.
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TechRadar Verdict

Love it or hate it, the cutesy Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W delivers a full charge fast. Aside from the emoji-faced battery indicator, the design of this MagSafe power bank is pretty standard in size and weight, as is its price tag. So, providing you don't mind a little whimsy with your portable charger, this would make a good purchase.

Pros

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    Fast charging

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    Novel design

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    Sturdy integrated stand

Cons

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    Some connection issues

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    Not the slimmest

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    Can't see charging status when using stand

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Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review: don't be fooled by its cute expressions, this power bank charges fast

Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review: Quirky but quick, this expressive MagSafe power bank left me smiling

Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review

Although the cute faces of the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W may not be to everyone's taste, if you're looking for a fast-charging MagSafe power bank with character, this charger was made for you.

The Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W has a list price of $69.99 / £64.99 on the official Ugreen website, but this price is often cut due to regular deals. I have been advised that Ugreen is due to launch this charger in Australia around the beginning of 2025 at a list price of AU$89.99. The Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W can also be purchased at Amazon US but at present, only the 5000mAh version is available at Amazon UK.

Neither super compact nor over-sized, the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W measures 3 x 0.9 x 4.3 inches / 75 x 23 x 109mm and weighs 8.1oz / 230g, which is pretty average for the best power banks. The surface of the MagSafe charging area appears to be soft-touch silicone, and the rest of the casing is metallic plastic, bar the TFT screen, which stands slightly proud from the back panel of the charger. There's a metal effect stand over the top of the charger which attaches to either side. This stand works well, but I found the marketing photos misleading, as I couldn't angle the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W to show the display screen when my phone was in situ.

The various emoji faces that appear on the TFT smart display communicate the level of battery left in the power bank; for example, it shows heart eyes when it's at full power, and pulls a somewhat dismayed face when the power is below twenty percent. I feel I must tell you these faces aren't displayed all the time, and I was a little disappointed by the frequency at which they appear. If you're not a fan of this novelty display, you'll be happy to know that the display can be turned off simply by pressing the side button.

I was pleasantly surprised by the charging speed when juicing up an iPhone 13 Pro from 0% - 100%, as the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W took just under two hours to do this, making it the fasted MagSafe power bank I've tested to date. I found that my phone got a little toasty on a couple of occasions, but nothing too drastic. There were also a few instances when my phone hadn't actually started to charge; I found that I either needed to click the power button again or remove and replace my phone. But, for the most part, there weren't any issues.

This may be down to personal taste, but the combination of fast charging speeds and the novelty of the emoji status symbols make the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W a worthy candidate to feature in our selection of the best wireless chargers or the best iPhone chargers, in my humble opinion. If this MagSafe power bank isn't singing your tune, then it's worth taking a look at the aforementioned guides, as you may well spot something better suited.

The back and charging faces of two UGREEN Uno 15W Qi2 power banks side by side on a marble effect surface.

(Image credit: Cesci Angell / Future)

Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review: Price & specs

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Price$69.99 / £64.99 / AU$89.99
Total power output15W wireless, 20W wired
Devices charged1
USB-CYes – power in and out
Wireless chargingYes – MagSafe
Weight8.1oz / 230g
Dimensions3 x 0.9 x 4.3 inches / 75 x 23 x 109mm

Heart eyes are visible on the screen of a purpleUGREEN Uno 15W Qi2 power bank.

(Image credit: Cesci Angell / Future)

Should I buy the Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W?

Buy it if…

You want fast-charging
You could be forgiven for thinking that Ugreen simply focused on the novelty aspect with this MagSafe power bank, but I'm delighted to say they've created a charger that's as fast as it is cute.

You want something whimsical
It won't be for everyone, but for anyone like me who appreciates anything adorable and eccentric, these emoji battery status symbols will bring a smile to your face.

Don't buy it if…

You want something super compact
I'm not complaining about the size of this power bank, its size and weight are pretty standard, but if you're after a super slim option that's barely noticeable when it's attached to your phone, this isn't the charger for you.

You need total reliability
Now, this may have just been the case with my sample, but it was a shame that my phone didn't always begin to charge after I'd attached it to the MagSafe charging pad. It's worth keeping an eye out for this for the first few uses, just in case.

Ugreen Uno Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 10000mAh 15W review: Also consider

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Another firm favorite of mine is this MagSafe power bank with its springy integrated stand. It took about fifteen minutes longer to charge the iPhone 13 Pro, but its charging time is still perfectly adequate. Plus, the weight and dimensions of this charger are roughly the same as this Ugreen Uno, but without a smiley in sight.

Cesci Angell
Cesci Angell
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Cesci is a Reviews Staff Writer for TechRadar. She writes in-depth reviews based on her real-world testing across a variety of categories, but has a particularly keen interest in home tech, and has written features and reviews about gadgets ranging from headphones to smart lights to graphics tablets. She also has a broad range of experience from working in different industries, from sustainable materials and packaging to skin care. 

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