Swipe Enters The Power Bank Market, Here Is Our Review

Swipe has come up with a 13,000 mAh power bank ELITEPB 13K01L at Rs. 1,099. The power bank is available exclusively on Flipkart at a special launch price of Rs. 999. They also have a 10000 mAH version. We had a chance to have the power bank with us for some time and here is our review based on our experience.

Swipe, better known for introducing innovative Android-based Mobile phones & Tablet PCs in India, has successfully set its foot in the Power Bank segment with the launch of two new affordable ELITE Power Banks. First amongst the Swipe’s ELITE Power Bank series are two models – 13,000 mAh and 11,000 mAh. Swipe ELITE Power Bank series will be available exclusively on Flipkart from 13th October, 2017 at a special launch offer.

Here is what the company says:

ELITE Power Bank with 13000mAh Capacity @ Rs. 1,099

The sleek, stylish and super lightweight ELITE Power Bank packed with 13,000 mAh capacity. It has an excellent build quality with rubber finish. Designed with 3 charging ports with combined output of 5.2A at 5 volts, users can charge all their portable devices simultaneously at a lightning speed. The powerful, high density Li-ion batteries make sure that the phone is always boosted with charge. The Power Bank comes with an LED light indicator, and is equipped with world class chipset protection, Battery protection circuit safeguards against overcharging, overheating and short circuit. The Power Bank offers Plug in for instant charge and is available at an enticing price of Rs. 1,099.

ELITE Power Bank with 11000mAh Capacity @ Rs. 999

The second model of ELITE Power bank with metal finish and 2 color options of Grey and Rose Gold is elegant yet super sturdy. Powered with 11,000 mAh battery, and has 2 charging USB ports with combined output of 3.1A at 5 Volts for simultaneous charging.  Battery protection circuit safeguards against overcharging, overheating and short circuit protection. Equipped with high density Li-ion batteries and high efficiency synchronous rectifier IC users can plug in for instant charge of more than 10% in no time.

Attractive power bank with smooth edges and excellent build quality has a LED light indicator. The appealing ELITE Power Bank can charge not only mobile phones, but all other portable devices such as Tablets, digital cameras, etc.  All this and more at an extremely affordable price of Rs. 999 only.

Our Review of Swipe ELITE Power Bank with 13000mAh Capacity @ Rs. 1,099

The design is a bit of a letdown and hence when we first saw the power bank, it was not quite impressive. It also felt very bulky with a weight of 320 g. The front side looks simple but the back of the power bank is fully covered by Swipe’s logo in a bigger size. Swipe insists on having very large branding on it’s devices that are really large and sometimes garish. It comes in black color and Soft Gold too. We got the black one to try out.

The power bank has a finish made of rubber and as a result it has a good grip. When we hold in hands it is non-slippery. It also looks sturdy with its design. It comes with three charging ports – a 1A USB port and two 2.1 A USB ports. So at a time you can charge three mobile phones without any hassles. It also comes with a micro USB port so that we can charge the power bank. Swipe Elite power bank comes with lithium ion battery. It also has LED lights so that we are able to know how much charge is there in the power bank.

When it came the charge was very low and we charged the power bank so that we can use it and test it.  It took approximately 5 to 5 and a half hours to charge the power bank. And we tried to use the power bank and charged our mobile phones. When we charged our mobile phones in the 2.1A port, the phone got charged very fast. We could charge three mobile phones at a time. It lasts for three full charge and even after that there is some charge. So it is quite good as we can charge them very fast.

Here are the specifications of the power bank.

Model ELITEPB 11K01L
Colour Black
Finish Rubber
Battery Li-ion
Capacity 13,000 mAh
Weight 320 g.
LED Light Yes
Charging Port Two 2.1A USB ports and a 1A USB port

Verdict

If you are looking for a power bank which is slim and compact this power bank is not for you. But if you are looking for a sturdy power bank which gives you an option of fast charging your mobile phone, you can go for Swipe Elite Power Bank.

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