RAVPower 36W 4-Port USB Wall Charger Review ( Model RP-UC07 )

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I recently received a RAVPower 36W 4-Port USB Wall Charger (Model RP-UC07) for a product review. The packing included the charger itself, power cable and the normal other paperwork (manual and warranty info).

Original box, instruction manual, charger and power cord.

NOTE: This seems to be an upgrade of the RP-UC07.  The original and this model are both 4-port, but this new revision seems smaller and handles more current ( 7.2A vs 6A of the original ).

I recently tested a USB 3.0 hub that also had charging capability, but the hub takes up space on my nightstand so I immediately appreciated the smaller size of this charger.  To test this charger out, connected multiple devices ( Moto X phone, wireless charger for my Nexus 7 and a LG G Watch ) and it worked without a problem.  I wasn't going to do any test using my DROK USB testers, since I didn't have enough testers or load to max out the rated 7.2A.  However, based on my own tests I know that other RAVPower products meet their rated specs and 7.2A should be more than enough for multiple devices.

Quarter next to the adapter so you get an idea of the size and thickness

Here are the main points I noticed about this product:

Design: The adapter is a small black box, great for putting on your desk or night stand without taking up a bunch of space.  The bottom has rubber to keep it from sliding around.  They also have this charger available in white if you prefer.

Portability: For the traveling power user, the idea of taking one adapter that can handle multiple devices is a great way to avoid hauling around multiple chargers.  At a hotel, many times the power outlets already have one device connected (alarm or lamp for example) leaving a power user in a situation where they have to spread their devices around the room.  Using a single power outlet and this charger allows a traveler to keep all devices in the same area for charging.

Bottom line: A 4-port charger like this RAVPower product is a great way to keep multiple devices charged while avoiding the headache of multiple chargers.  This is even more important for the traveling power user, especially when you consider the lack of available places to plug into the wall at a hotel or even at the airport.

RAVPower Product Page: http://www.ravpower.com/36w-4-port-usb-wall-charger-black.html
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