Under this trend, the niche product of rugged power banks has emerged and gained immense popularity. Especially for outdoor enthusiasts who frequently travel, due to the harsh conditions in the wild, they tend to favor electronic devices with rugged features, making rugged power banks essential.
Due to technological limitations, there are relatively few rugged power banks on the market. Based on current information, the more reputable and well-known ones include: the world’s first rugged power bank — the U.S.-made Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Pro, and the world’s first dual-charging rugged power bank — Hong Kong’s MOMAX “Tough 硬汉.”
The world’s first rugged power bank uses special craftsmanship with outstanding rugged performance. Its battery capacity reaches 6000mAh, with a standard output current of 1A, and can freely switch to an output of up to 2A depending on the needs of the device being charged. It offers high conversion efficiency, ensuring more power is delivered to the devices being charged. It supports any smartphone and tablet, and is compatible with all smart products and any USB-enabled electronic devices worldwide.
“TOUGH 硬汉” is specially tailored by Hong Kong MOMAX for all kinds of “tough guys” in life. It has an IP65 protection rating, offering excellent waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof performance. With two USB ports, it can power two devices simultaneously, with a standard output current of 1A, perfectly compatible with various mobile devices. Its unique design features a compact and stylish boot shape, distinctive body curves, delicate horizontal textures on the surface, and a premium tactile feel. This product is not only favored by outdoor enthusiasts but also loved by many business professionals. In addition to its excellent rugged features, thoughtful designs such as a carabiner clip and built-in LED light further highlight its appeal.
As a rugged power bank, the most important factor is, of course, its rugged performance. Through testing, we found that both achieved the IP65 rating set by the International Electrotechnical Commission. This means they are completely dustproof, can withstand water jets from a distance of 3 meters, and can survive being dropped freely from a height of 1.2 meters onto a hard surface without damage. Both products deliver outstanding rugged performance.
Appearance PK
Visually, the Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Pro features a tight rubber and aluminum-steel casing, making it look sturdy and durable, though its square shape appears somewhat rigid.
The TOUGH 硬汉’s boot-shaped design is quite unique, bold yet compact, about the size of a smartphone, fits comfortably in the hand, and offers a good tactile experience.
In terms of appearance, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but personally, I prefer the compact and stylish vibe of MOMAX’s “TOUGH 硬汉.”
Internal Structure
Just as people should be true inside and out, so should products. Therefore, we must decisively take apart their beautiful casings to find out what’s inside.
Structurally, both power banks are quite reliable, using high-grade batteries and impact-resistant structural designs. Take the TOUGH 硬汉 for example — besides three screws connecting the circuit board to the casing, there’s also a cushioning pad about 3mm thick beneath the circuit board, providing shock absorption for the two USB ports to prevent deformation or loosening of the output ports under strong impacts, which could otherwise render them unusable. Between the bottom casing of the TOUGH 硬汉 and the two Samsung 18650 batteries, multiple layers of strong adhesive are used for fixation. Without damaging the batteries, it’s very difficult to separate them from the bottom casing, and the thick adhesive also helps absorb some impact forces. Judging from the internal structural design of the TOUGH 硬汉, both the battery and circuit board feature certain shockproof measures.
Therefore, in terms of internal structure, I’d say it’s a tie between the two.
Compatibility PK
As an international brand, Mophie supports any smartphone and tablet and is compatible with all smart products and any USB-enabled electronics worldwide. Unfortunately, it only has one USB output port.
“TOUGH 硬汉,” as a milestone product of Hong Kong MOMAX and the world’s first dual-charging rugged power bank, comes with two USB output ports. It can automatically adjust power delivery based on the charging device, supporting multiple types of digital products while also allowing simultaneous charging of two devices without reducing speed.
In comparison, for some outdoor enthusiasts, dual USB outputs offer considerable convenience. Therefore, in terms of compatibility, the “TOUGH 硬汉” has a slight edge.
Price PK
After this comparison, you likely have a comprehensive understanding of the pros and cons of both products. So, how do they differ in price?
According to their official websites, the Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Pro is officially priced at $99.95 USD, which equates to 623 RMB. The Hong Kong MOMAX “Tough 硬汉” is slightly more affordable at 498 RMB.
However, it’s worth mentioning that to celebrate the “TOUGH 硬汉”’s debut at the 2013 CES International Consumer Electronics Show, it was simultaneously launched on JD.com with an exclusive launch price of just 199 RMB — a very attractive offer.