In this review, we will be taking a detailed look at the newly launched CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger to see if this compact-sized charger is worth its $40 price tag.
Carrying a charger around with you has become the norm for many users. Smartphone batteries barely last the whole day and need to be juiced up to last the entire workday.
That’s why you need something like the CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger that you can keep in your backpack, purse, or pocket and use to recharge your iPhone when you are not at home.
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of this charger, let’s unbox it and compare it with the CASETiFY PowerThru 67W Charger, which is its bigger brother.
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Features of CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger
This charger is compact, making it super easy to carry around. It has a 33W high-speed charging capacity that can be used to charge up to 2 devices simultaneously. Those devices can be connected to its two ports one of which is a USB-A port while the other one is the USB-C port.
The dual Port design of this charger makes it the perfect charger for anyone who is looking for a charging brick that can charge his or her iPhone along with an accessory like an Apple Watch or AirPods.
Both the USB-C port and the USB-A port found on this charger can output a maximum of 33W charge when used exclusively. However, if you are using both ports at the same time, then the power is distributed among your devices using its dynamic power allocation feature.
This is a fast charger that is capable of charging an iPhone 8 or later up to 50% from zero in just 30 minutes.
Design of CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger
The CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger is compact and weighs only 50g. Its compact size of 43x35x44mm is made possible thanks to the GaN technology, which also makes sure the charger does not get overheated when used at its full capacity. It is also packed with other safeguarding features such as overvoltage and overcurrent protections.
The charger comes in two color options. The first option is white, which we have tested in this review. The other option features a two-tone design with pink and dark blue colors. The case also has a CASETiFY branding that is complimented with a black accent.
This charger comes with a US plug that can be folded when not in use. This makes the charger even more portable and easy to carry around.
In the box, you also get attachable UK and KC plugs that can be easily attached to the charger when you are traveling abroad.
Pricing and availability
You can buy the CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger from CASETiFY’s official website for $40.
Our experience with the CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger
This compact-sized USB fast charger is a great option for on-the-go charging. During my week of testing, I carried it in my Grams28 131 Essential tech pouch and had the chance to use it at a coffee shop and at a friend’s house to charge my iPhone. The charger performs well when used to charge a single device and delivers full 20W charging to the iPhone.
The presence of the traditional USB-A port makes this charger a great option for anyone who wants to charge a device that comes with a USB-A cable. This is perfect for me as well since I can use this charger to charge my Sony A6400 camera and Apple Watch, both of which have a USB-A cable.
However, some users who have completely transitioned to USB-C might not appreciate the USB-A port. If you are someone who needs two USB-C ports instead then you are stuck at buying the CASETiFY’s bigger and more expensive 67W charger. CASETiFY should also introduce the 33W charger with two USB-C ports to give users who don’t need a USB-A port the option to buy the compact charger.
After testing I can recommend this charger to anyone who wants a charger for charging his or her iPhone or iPad along with an accessory like the Apple Watch and AirPods and needs a USB-A port.
CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast Charger
CASETiFY PowerThru 33W Fast ChargerPros
- Compact size
- Good design
- Two-ports
- USB-C and USB-A option
- Foldable plugs with support for UK and KC plugs
Cons
- Pricey compared to other options
- No option to go USB-C only
