TSST TB100PA Portable Charger Review

Just like the packaging, the design and build of the TB100PA is very attractive.

The first thing we noticed is the brushed metal finish to the TB100PA. It looks very premium, and is similar to the design of the HTC One M9. Constructed of aluminium, the charger as a whole feels very sturdy and durable – we would certainly prefer this to the swathes of plastic portable chargers.

The metal build does mean the device is not the lightest – coming in at 275g. It is not heavy, though, and would not weigh you down much. A heavier, more premium build is definitely preferable to a cheaper, flimsier option.

The charger itself is a fairly small unit, measuring just 133x67x16.4mm. Considering some portable chargers of a similar capacity are quite bulky, this is fairly impressive. It would be easy to tuck into a small bag or even a jacket pocket.

In the top left corner of the TB100PA is a digital battery indicator, which blends neatly in with the rest of the brushed metal. In bright light you can make out the edges of the digital display, but in normal usage it is not noticeable, which adds to the sleek design.

At the top of the device are the two USB ports, as well as the microUSB port which the TB100PA uses to charge itself.

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