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Model: Anker Charging Station (100W), 9-in-1 USB C Power Strip with 300J Surge Protection, for iPhone 15 and MacBook, 5 ft Flat Cable and Plug, 4 USB C and 2 USB A Ports, 3 AC Outlets, for Home, Office
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Don't do it! I bought in on the deal in December and 4 ports have already failed on the unit. Also, the 100w is only shared by the top two ports. It's 2x USB-C (100w shared), 2x USB-C (15w shared), and 2x USB-A (12w shared). When working the top two ports do indeed deliver 100w, but the bottom 4 are really only useful for maybe a 15w wireless charging pad or keeping devices topped up (again, assuming the ports function). I still kinda like the idea of this thing, and I suppose you won't get a 100w charger for cheaper... but suspect there's a reason they keep unloading them so cheap...
Unfortunate you have that experience - completely valid.
On the other hand, I have this and use this as a daily driver (if I may use that phrase) since last November or so and have not one issue had. Am completely happy with the item I purchased for around $28 or so pre-tax. As with technology unfortunately, user experience is definitely varied.
After reading the comments here yesterday I reached out to Anker again and opened a new support ticket. They're going to send a replacement and a shipping label to send the faulty one back, so I'm very pleased with that. Sorry for my rantings, and thanks everyone. Obviously haven't received the replacement yet, but felt I should apologize and/or provide an update or something.
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Don't do it! I bought in on the deal in December and 4 ports have already failed on the unit. Also, the 100w is only shared by the top two ports. It's 2x USB-C (100w shared), 2x USB-C (15w shared), and 2x USB-A (12w shared). When working the top two ports do indeed deliver 100w, but the bottom 4 are really only useful for maybe a 15w wireless charging pad or keeping devices topped up (again, assuming the ports function). I still kinda like the idea of this thing, and I suppose you won't get a 100w charger for cheaper... but suspect there's a reason they keep unloading them so cheap...
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Don't do it! I bought in on the deal in December and 4 ports have already failed on the unit. Also, the 100w is only shared by the top two ports. It's 2x USB-C (100w shared), 2x USB-C (15w shared), and 2x USB-A (12w shared). When working the top two ports do indeed deliver 100w, but the bottom 4 are really only useful for maybe a 15w wireless charging pad or keeping devices topped up (again, assuming the ports function). I still kinda like the idea of this thing, and I suppose you won't get a 100w charger for cheaper... but suspect there's a reason they keep unloading them so cheap...
Unfortunate you have that experience - completely valid.
On the other hand, I have this and use this as a daily driver (if I may use that phrase) since last November or so and have not one issue had. Am completely happy with the item I purchased for around $28 or so pre-tax. As with technology unfortunately, user experience is definitely varied.
Unfortunate you have that experience - completely valid.On the other hand, I have this and use this as a daily driver (if I may use that phrase) since last November or so and have not one issue had. Am completely happy with the item I purchased for around $28 or so pre-tax. As with technology unfortunately, user experience is definitely varied.
Yeah, sorry, just a bit of buyer's remorse (and if you read the comments in the post from December as well as what few 1 star reviews Amazon let through I'm not alone)... But again, in theory, it's not a bad buy, just not one I personally would make again.
Yeah, sorry, just a bit of buyer's remorse (and if you read the comments in the post from December as well as what few 1 star reviews Amazon let through I'm not alone)... But again, in theory, it's not a bad buy, just not one I personally would make again.
What did Anker support say when you told them it failed early?
What did Anker support say when you told them it failed early?
I can ship them the item for their engineers to 'evaluate' and once my issue is confirmed I can expect a replacement in 5-7 business days. For the $30 I paid (had some Amazon credit) I can still get 100w out of it on the top two ports and charge stuff... The hassle of paying to pack it up and send the thing in for 4 ports (providing 27w of power combined) that don't work isn't worth me having to juggle charging the kids' chromebooks without it for a couple weeks.... I kinda regret bringing my gripes up here anyway, I'm probably in the minority... also I really pushed the full wattage output on the thing with plugging so much stuff into it...
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For what it's worth, I've always had good experiences with Anker support. They generally replace right away and only sometimes ask for the return for quality control.
For what it's worth, I've always had good experiences with Anker support. They generally replace right away and only sometimes ask for the return for quality control.
Own a number of anker products, first time I've had an issue. Also first experience with their support, and definitely the last.
Own a number of anker products, first time I've had an issue. Also first experience with their support, and definitely the last.
Bad luck. I definitely understand why you wouldn't want to pay return shipping on a $36 item with. I guarantee if replacement.
I'm another one who has had great luck with Anker support. They have shipped me replacements without me returning the defective item.
I can ship them the item for their engineers to 'evaluate' and once my issue is confirmed I can expect a replacement in 5-7 business days. For the $30 I paid (had some Amazon credit) I can still get 100w out of it on the top two ports and charge stuff... The hassle of paying to pack it up and send the thing in for 4 ports (providing 27w of power combined) that don't work isn't worth me having to juggle charging the kids' chromebooks without it for a couple weeks.... I kinda regret bringing my gripes up here anyway, I'm probably in the minority... also I really pushed the full wattage output on the thing with plugging so much stuff into it...
What do you mean by "really pushed it to full wattage output"?
This thing is clearly designed for all the ports to be occupied simultaneously, so I doubt that using it as intended is what did it.
I feel like there's more to this story than originally told. Did you use sketchy cables or something?
Most reputable devices are slightly overbuilt with a bit of a buffer so that the components aren't taxed to the point of failure. It also accounts for a margin of error where some components don't perform as well as others. Then, of course, all of these chargers have charge controllers built in, as should the devices they charge.
What's also odd to me is that you say the 100w ports still work, yet the much safer 15w and 12w ports have failed. Usually, it's the other way around.
It may be as simple as those ports have fuses that went out. But again, how?
If the top ports have usb c cables connected but only one has another device attached to the end is it giving 100watts to that single device or does the other cord make it 50watts?
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Don't do it! I bought in on the deal in December and 4 ports have already failed on the unit. Also, the 100w is only shared by the top two ports. It's 2x USB-C (100w shared), 2x USB-C (15w shared), and 2x USB-A (12w shared). When working the top two ports do indeed deliver 100w, but the bottom 4 are really only useful for maybe a 15w wireless charging pad or keeping devices topped up (again, assuming the ports function). I still kinda like the idea of this thing, and I suppose you won't get a 100w charger for cheaper... but suspect there's a reason they keep unloading them so cheap...
For perspective, mine has been working great with every single port used every day. It's our household overnight charging station. Has at least two Chromebooks, two tablets and two phones plugged in every night, and the AC outlet is used for small kitchen appliances.
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Can someone explain how this differs from the much smaller Anker 727 GaN Prime 100 W sold through Costco Next? Other than the extra usb c ports - the form factor seems a lot smaller - so, trying to decide between this and 727 - thank you
Also, for what it's worth - this is the default price for this product on Costco next - but, shipping is not free for order total less than $45
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On the other hand, I have this and use this as a daily driver (if I may use that phrase) since last November or so and have not one issue had. Am completely happy with the item I purchased for around $28 or so pre-tax. As with technology unfortunately, user experience is definitely varied.
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Unfortunate you have that experience - completely valid.
On the other hand, I have this and use this as a daily driver (if I may use that phrase) since last November or so and have not one issue had. Am completely happy with the item I purchased for around $28 or so pre-tax. As with technology unfortunately, user experience is definitely varied.
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I'm another one who has had great luck with Anker support. They have shipped me replacements without me returning the defective item.
This thing is clearly designed for all the ports to be occupied simultaneously, so I doubt that using it as intended is what did it.
I feel like there's more to this story than originally told. Did you use sketchy cables or something?
Most reputable devices are slightly overbuilt with a bit of a buffer so that the components aren't taxed to the point of failure. It also accounts for a margin of error where some components don't perform as well as others. Then, of course, all of these chargers have charge controllers built in, as should the devices they charge.
What's also odd to me is that you say the 100w ports still work, yet the much safer 15w and 12w ports have failed. Usually, it's the other way around.
It may be as simple as those ports have fuses that went out. But again, how?
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For perspective, mine has been working great with every single port used every day. It's our household overnight charging station. Has at least two Chromebooks, two tablets and two phones plugged in every night, and the AC outlet is used for small kitchen appliances.
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Also, for what it's worth - this is the default price for this product on Costco next - but, shipping is not free for order total less than $45