Goal Zero  Sherpa 100AC Power Bank

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Give your power-thirsty tablets, cameras and laptops a charge with the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC power bank. Its built-in cabling system means you don't have to juggle extra gear to get the juice.

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Features

  • Capacity: 94.7 W, 25,600 mAh
  • Power output: Qi 5W max; USB A 5V 2.4A; USB C 5V/9V/12V/15V/20V 3A 60W max; AC inverter 110V .9A 100W max
  • Recharges via AC, 12V, solar panel (sold separately) or USB C
  • Weight: 2 lbs. (898 g)

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Multisport

Charge Time (hrs)

USB A: 9 hrs. / USB C PD: 2.5 hrs. / Solar: 7-14 hrs. / AC: 3 hrs.

External Charge

Car / USB / Wall

Battery Included

Yes

Battery Type

Lithium Ion

Battery Capacity (Wh)

94.7 watt hours

Battery Storage Capacity (mAh)

25,600 milliamp hours

Power Output to Device

USB A: 2.4 A / USB C PD: 60W / AC: 100 W(150W max) / wireless charging: 5W

Material(s)

Aluminum/ABS plastic

Dimensions

7.5 x 5.68 x 1 inches

Weight

2 pounds

Reviews
57 reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars

Ratings Snapshot

Product Rating

37 out of 48 (77%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Reliable, high quality. Look no further.
SkyKing
6 years ago
Now, admittedly an OCD person when it comes to "backups" of every type, I have many different "power banks" and solar panels...Although mostly Goal Zero. My place looks like a Goal Zero showroom. I tested the DJI Phantom 4 Pro drone battery against two other types of, supposedly higher capacity, power banks: The "Suaoki S270 Portable Power Station 150Wh Quiet Gas Free Camping Generator QC3.0 UPS Lithium Power Supply", rated at 150Wh and "max 100W, peak power 150W". After a few minutes of charging the DJI drone battery, the Suaoki Shut down completely. I restarted the S270 and again, after a few minutes, it shut down completely. While the S270 has several 12V, USB and 2 110V AC outlets, it does not have a Qi 5W wireless charger like the Sherpa 110AC does, not is it as compact as the Sherpa 110AC or have an informative display like the Sherpa 110AC does. Next, I tested it against a iPrigent "Portable Solar Generator Power Source - 41600mAh 154Wh" which claims to have a 120 Watt inverter output. When I attempted to charger the DJI Phantom 4 Pro battery, it shut down in less than a minute. The iPrigent has a single 110 v output port/receptacle and two USB ports. The input port is a DC 19 volt, 2 Amp socket that charges the unit from an AC-adapter or solar panel. It lacks any "informative display" and simply states it remaining capacity with a series of 4 tiny blue LEDs. Now back to the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC: It is compact and high quality throughout. For input (recharging it) it has a standard 8mm Goal Zero input receptacle and two Type C connectors, each rated at 60 Watts each. The Type C connector is 2 way so it can be used for input (recharging) and output (charging something else). It can be recharged with a 12v car adapter as well. The Sherpa 100AC has 2 USB ports rated at 2.4 Ams each, and 1 110 volt AC receptacle . It has a wireless Qi 5 Watt charging pad for phones that have Qi compatible wireless charging, as with the latest iPhones and many Android devices and tablets. I used the Sherpa 100AC to wireless-charge my nearly dead iPhone X, which took between 2 and 3 hours and only consumed 22% of the Sherpa 100AC's capacity. I'm a photographer, using drones, Matterport Systems and conventional still and video equipment. I almost "live" on battery and solar power. The Sherpa 100AC is now my favorite all-around device when I need its capacity. For higher capacity demands I rely on the Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium and Yeti 1400 Lithium. In my opinion, the Goal Zero Nomad 28 Plus is the most convenient way to charge the Sherpa 100AC when sun is available. When you want remote or backup power, "usually reliable" is not an option. As a matter of fact, I consider "usually reliable" an oxymoron. I have found this Sherpa 100AC to be "reliable" as in "completely reliable", which is what you want. If you're considering a Power Bank of this capacity, look no further and get the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC. I doubt that you'd have any second-thoughts!
SkyKing
Brookfield CT
34 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
No AC power supply included.
danktle
6 years ago
I don't know why R.E.I./Goal Zero is selling a 25,000 m A h battery with NO 120 VOLT AC CHARGER!!!! UNLESS YOU HAVE A SPARE PHONE CHARGER LAYING AROUND, GOOD LUCK :) If you want to charge this thing, you need to use your existing Cell Phone charger (what a nice touch for a $250 battery, huh?), or buy their solar panels. Both options will take you at least a full day (two days by sunlight, assuming no clouds and optimal panel placement) to charge this unit. IF R.E.I. would simply stock the 120 Volt AC charger, not only would they get the $30 up sell, you'd be able to charge this to 100% in around 3-5 hours. If you ask an R.E.I. associate about this AC charger, they will look at you as if you've lost your mind. "Who would want to charge this thing in a few hours when you can use solar panels and wait a few days?" It has great options, including pass through charging which is important (you can charge the battery while charging other devices). But the fact that R.E.I. is selling this unit without the AC chargers to go with them means a one star rating today. Work on it. Both R.E.I. and Goal Zero. You know better than to sell a product without the accessories that go with it.
danktle
60 people found this review helpful

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SCAMPULA
So. Florida
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars

Heat is not good..

4 years ago

So I charged my new unit to 100% .. (house is at 75 Deg FYI) set the Sherpa on my table next to my very small laptop (Power supply rated for 54 Watts MAX) plugged it in and away we go watching a video... Then it died... Unit locked due to overheating.. The unit did this three times and as per Sherpa never went over 30 watts output.. Pictures below.. The unit will be returned for nonAC unit .. If it will not run a 55 watt laptop what use is it?

Age:55–64
No, I do not recommend this product

Energy Efficiency

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SkyKing
Brookfield CT
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Reliable, high quality. Look no further.

6 years ago

Now, admittedly an OCD person when it comes to "backups" of every type, I have many different "power banks" and solar panels...Although mostly Goal Zero. My place looks like a Goal Zero showroom. I tested the DJI Phantom 4 Pro drone battery against two other types of, supposedly higher capacity, power banks: The "Suaoki S270 Portable Power Station 150Wh Quiet Gas Free Camping Generator QC3.0 UPS Lithium Power Supply", rated at 150Wh and "max 100W, peak power 150W". After a few minutes of charging the DJI drone battery, the Suaoki Shut down completely. I restarted the S270 and again, after a few minutes, it shut down completely. While the S270 has several 12V, USB and 2 110V AC outlets, it does not have a Qi 5W wireless charger like the Sherpa 110AC does, not is it as compact as the Sherpa 110AC or have an informative display like the Sherpa 110AC does. Next, I tested it against a iPrigent "Portable Solar Generator Power Source - 41600mAh 154Wh" which claims to have a 120 Watt inverter output. When I attempted to charger the DJI Phantom 4 Pro battery, it shut down in less than a minute. The iPrigent has a single 110 v output port/receptacle and two USB ports. The input port is a DC 19 volt, 2 Amp socket that charges the unit from an AC-adapter or solar panel. It lacks any "informative display" and simply states it remaining capacity with a series of 4 tiny blue LEDs. Now back to the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC: It is compact and high quality throughout. For input (recharging it) it has a standard 8mm Goal Zero input receptacle and two Type C connectors, each rated at 60 Watts each. The Type C connector is 2 way so it can be used for input (recharging) and output (charging something else). It can be recharged with a 12v car adapter as well. The Sherpa 100AC has 2 USB ports rated at 2.4 Ams each, and 1 110 volt AC receptacle . It has a wireless Qi 5 Watt charging pad for phones that have Qi compatible wireless charging, as with the latest iPhones and many Android devices and tablets. I used the Sherpa 100AC to wireless-charge my nearly dead iPhone X, which took between 2 and 3 hours and only consumed 22% of the Sherpa 100AC's capacity. I'm a photographer, using drones, Matterport Systems and conventional still and video equipment. I almost "live" on battery and solar power. The Sherpa 100AC is now my favorite all-around device when I need its capacity. For higher capacity demands I rely on the Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium and Yeti 1400 Lithium. In my opinion, the Goal Zero Nomad 28 Plus is the most convenient way to charge the Sherpa 100AC when sun is available. When you want remote or backup power, "usually reliable" is not an option. As a matter of fact, I consider "usually reliable" an oxymoron. I have found this Sherpa 100AC to be "reliable" as in "completely reliable", which is what you want. If you're considering a Power Bank of this capacity, look no further and get the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC. I doubt that you'd have any second-thoughts!

Yes , I recommend this product
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doctordaxx
New York, NY
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

A Perfect Portable Power Bank for a Mobile Office!

6 years ago

I purchased a win-win with this device! Light, briefcase-friendly, light enough to carry-on without burdens of size and can power USB-C laptops like the 45W Razer Blade Stealth through USB-C or the AC plug without fail or weakness. Wireless charging as well as the other charging options can be used simultaneously. Also, I was able to run devices off of it while charging using my laptop's USB-C power cord as well as the include USB-C cable. Charges well with solar; is the maximum size allowable as carry-on on planes; and, it give you a very accurate measure of charging/discharging times to plan your use. You'll get used to it and you will love it!

Yes , I recommend this product
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seriouslyrowe
Rochester, New York
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Better than expexted.

3 years ago

I researched this over several months and was on the fence but decided to purchase it when it was on sale. I am pleasantly surprised by the performance. Many of the reviews had me worried about the reliability but after a month of use I have to give this 5 stars. I have used this on several backpacking trips to charge my Android phone and a single charge on the Sherpa gave me 4.5 cell phone recharges. I have used it twice with my laptop and have no complaints but didn't take it below 50% on either occasion. I did charge the Sherpa completely before using it and drained it down to 0% on the first two uses. So far no complaints.

Age:35–44
Yes , I recommend this product

Energy Efficiency

Short battery lifeExtended battery life
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SkyKing
Brookfield CT USA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Best Power Bank of this type & capacity compared

6 years ago

The Goal Zero Sherpa 110AC is under-promised and over-delivered. I charged my Sherpa 100AC to 100% from 110v power adapter when I first received it. Then I put it to its first and stringent test: charging a DJI Phantom 4 Pro battery from the Sherpa 100AC's 110V AC-port. Mind you that the Sherpa 100AC is rated "up to 100 Watts" (.9 Amps). The Sherpa 100AC charged the DJI Phantom 4 Pro battery from depleted to 100% without a hiccup. At times, the Sherpa's informative and always visible illuminated display showed the drone battery drawing as much as 122 Watts. Now, admittedly an OCD person when it comes to "backups" of every type, I have many different "power banks" and solar panels...Although mostly Goal Zero. My place looks like a Goal Zero showroom. I tested the DJI Phantom 4 Pro drone battery against two other types of, supposedly higher capacity, power banks: The "Suaoki S270 Portable Power Station 150Wh Quiet Gas Free Camping Generator QC3.0 UPS Lithium Power Supply", rated at 150Wh and "max 100W, peak power 150W". After a few minutes of charging the DJI drone battery, the Suaoki Shut down completely. I restarted the S270 and again, after a few minutes, it shut down completely. While the S270 has several 12V, USB and 2 110V AC outlets, it does not have a Qi 5W wireless charger like the Sherpa 110AC does, not is it as compact as the Sherpa 110AC or have an informative display like the Sherpa 110AC does. Next, I tested it against a iPrigent "Portable Solar Generator Power Source - 41600mAh 154Wh" which claims to have a 120 Watt inverter output. When I attempted to charger the DJI Phantom 4 Pro battery, it shut down in less than a minute. The iPrigent has a single 110 v output port/receptacle and two USB ports. The input port is a DC 19 volt, 2 Amp socket that charges the unit from an AC-adapter or solar panel. It lacks any "informative display" and simply states it remaining capacity with a series of 4 tiny blue LEDs. Now back to the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC: It is compact and high quality throughout. For input (recharging it) it has a standard 8mm Goal Zero input receptacle and two Type C connectors, each rated at 60 Watts each. The Type C connector is 2 way so it can be used for input (recharging) and output (charging something else). It can be recharged with a 12v car adapter as well. The Sherpa 100AC has 2 USB ports rated at 2.4 Ams each, and 1 110 volt AC receptacle . It has a wireless Qi 5 Watt charging pad for phones that have Qi compatible wireless charging, as with the latest iPhones and many Android devices and tablets. I used the Sherpa 100AC to wireless-charge my nearly dead iPhone X, which took between 2 and 3 hours and only consumed 22% of the Sherpa 100AC's capacity. I'm a photographer, using drones, Matterport Systems and conventional still and video equipment. I almost "live" on battery and solar power. The Sherpa 100AC is now my favorite all-around device when I need its capacity. For higher capacity demands I rely on the Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium and Yeti 1400 Lithium. In my opinion, the Goal Zero Nomad 28 Plus is the most convenient way to charge the Sherpa 100AC when sun is available. When you want remote or backup power, "usually reliable" is not an option. As a matter of fact, I consider "usually reliable" an oxymoron. I have found this Sherpa 100AC to be "reliable" as in "completely reliable", which is what you want. If you're considering a Power Bank of this capacity, look no further and get the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC. I doubt that you'd have any second-thoughts!

Yes , I recommend this product
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Stanley Law
San Jose
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars

Works with Caveats

5 years ago

It’s nice that it has cord storage along the side, but for only two cables. Inverter works well, Qi works well, so do the USB ports. But the buttons are confusing. Compared to the OmniCharge it’s a bit complicated without an intuitive interface if you want additional options. The OmniCharge has an option for a configurable DC port, this does not. Also the self discharge of this unit is disappointing. Within a month your Sherpa 100AC will be dead if you hadn’t charged it. The OmniCharge will have power for months. It’s heavier too. The one big benefit is that it comes with an IBM barrel connector that’s compatible with other Goal Zero and BareBones™ accessories

No, I do not recommend this product
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mberreth12
Seattle, WA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Mobile power

6 years ago

I purchased this for traveling for work and personal use. I needed something to have with me when I'm at a conference table without power or when I'm working in a coffee shop, or when I'm at the airport without an outlet nearby. For that it has been great. I've charged my MacBook Pro 2018 from empty to full while using it with the Sherpa. That maxed out the Sherpa, though. It was totally empty. But, that's exactly what I needed it for and what it's perfect for! It's there to get me through the rest of the day.

Yes , I recommend this product
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RRRR
North Alaska
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent design

6 years ago

Using for multiple purposes. Namely, remote winter camping. To power low low Watt vehicle battery heaters, water tank heaters, charge equipment, and run nighttime heat devices like (low watt) heating pad warmers. Changes best with 12V DC cigarette lighter cord. 100% satisfied. Beautifully engineered. Both functionality and aesthetically. Love the screen as well. Props to the company for such a fine tuned device. Compact yet protected with little rubber nubbins. Will probably buy a 2nd once I can afford it. Working shockingly well so far in below freezing temps. Being left in car overnight at 1 degree F, fires up like a champ with 99% battery still. Without warming. Etc. Note: its modified sine wave @50Hz, so the electronic "whine" you get from some devices will be different.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Billy Bob
Tucson, AZ
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

No AC Charge Cord, but a performance Beast

6 years ago

I am still trying to get my head around the fact they no longer include an AC charger. The original one did and this is 4 times the capacity. Charging from USB is slow, but I am not sure I would care I did not expect to have a cord with this one too. Overall, the performance is there for sure. The new onboard computer now tracks everything from time to empty to the WH coming in from the panel. It has all the features of the larger models in a package that is super easy to cary and pack. I charge mine with the Nomad 28 and it was a lot faster than I expected - but I live in AZ. Overall, I have no regrets and am glad I upgraded. I was going to sell my old one, but I can still use it, especially the power cord now!

Yes , I recommend this product
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Melv
Orange, CA
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars

Disappointed

5 years ago

I was looking forward to this product to use with my laptop. Unfortunately it did not hold up since the fan would turn off after a few minutes which shut down the device due to the temperature. I did like the design and cable storage on the sides and hope I didn't have to return this item since I really do enjoy GZ products.

No, I do not recommend this product
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