Battery Life
Overall battery life for the HubPlus is above average, offering 336 minutes of power in our intensive ‘real world’ tests.  The HubPlus also offers 3.4amp discharge — unique among mid-size devices — and charges devices faster than any device tested.

Power/Size
Power-per-cubic inch and power-per-ounce ratios are also above average for the HubPlus.  In our rankings, the HubPlus was in the middle of all mid-size devices tested.

Durability
The casing on the HubPlus is constructed of a more consumer-grade high-density plastic.  In our tests, the casing damaged easily in low and mid stress drop and impact tests.  Still, the HubPlus should be durable enough for general/everyday use, and leisure travel.

Features
In terms of features and utility, it is hard to top the HubPlus including a 3.4 amp USB charging port (unique among all competitors); integrated power level indicators, lightning, micro-USB cables, and wall outlet plug.

Value
In terms of cost and battery life per dollar spent, the HubPlus is only average, and ranks in the middle of all mid-size devices tested.

Gear Institute Battery/Power Test Results:

Discharge rate:.5% per minute

Overall battery life:336 minutes

– Per cubic inch:36.42 minutes

– Per ounce:42.0 minutes

– Per cubic inch/ounce:4.55 minutes

– Per dollar:3.36 minutes