Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD Power Bank
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Charge up your phone, tablet or other device on the go without the bulk when you bring along the Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD power bank. It provides dependable power for USB-C compatible devices up to 60W.
Shop newer version- Power outputs include a wireless Qi charging pad (5W max), two 5V/2.4A USB A ports and a USB C port with 5/9/12/15/20V and 3A (60W max)
- 94.7Wh battery capacity
- Power bank recharges via AC, 12V, USB C or sunlight (solar panel not included)
Imported.
View the Goal Zero Sherpa Product LineView all Goal Zero Power Banks| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Charge Time (hrs) | USB: 9 hrs. / solar: 12-28 hrs. |
| External Charge | 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 / wireless charging: 5W |
| Material(s) | Aluminum/ABS Plastic |
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 3.7 x 1 inches |
| Weight | 1 lb. 6.4 oz. |
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Solid power bank in a sturdy package, but pricey
The Sherpa saved me a few weekends ago while camping at ice-covered Yosemite. Temperatures had dipped to below freezing at night, and throughout the day and evening, my Samsung Galaxy S21+ phone kept complaining of moisture. The well-meaning feature tries to minimize phone damage from potential exposure to condensation while charging, but it sometimes gets it wrong like it did during that entire trip. A dead phone would have meant the end of taking pictures and videos of my son, friends, and the beautiful winter landscape. I had an Anker power bank with me, but charging through USB was no longer an option with my phone. Sherpa's built-in, 15W wireless charging saved the day by getting the phone filled up quickly within the limited amount of time we spent around camp. Hardly any other 100Wh power bank I used charged this fast wirelessly. Externally, the Sherpa 100PD is rugged and well-built for the outdoors where dependability is a requirement for me. It is worth noting that Goal Zero provides a 2-year warranty. One of my favorite features is the color LCD showing, like its Yeti X power stations, the amount of energy going in and/or out and how much time is remaining to full or empty, respectively. Do note that wireless charging is a huge battery waster due to energy conversion -- use wired USB whenever possible for the best efficiency and to get the most charge out of the Sherpa. How much energy a battery can store is measured in Wh (Watt-hours), and how much power is used or produced in W (Watts). The Sherpa 100PD has 94.7Wh (equivalent to 25,600mAh @ 3.7V). If a USB light bulb uses 5W per hour, it could be continuously used up to 18.9 hours (94.7Wh / 5W). Sherpa's batteries are made with Li-ion NMC. They are more volatile (and potentially dangerous) than Li-ion LiFePO4 -- but that is not as much of a concern at the lower 100Wh capacity. NMC lose 20-25% capacity after every 500 charging cycle and could theoretically last 6-10 years with diminishing capacity over time. NMC batteries are smaller, lighter, and more expensive to manufacture than LiFePO4. For air travel, airlines have different policies for what battery capacity you can bring on board. TSA and FAA both allow up to 100Wh and, with airline approval, up to 2 power banks of 100Wh max each. The Sherpa's 94.7Wh fits well within that guideline. United allows 300Wh, Southwest 160Wh, but check with the relevant authorities to be certain before you travel. Sherpa 100PD can both be charged and be used to charge other devices via USB-C. There is an "In/Out/Auto" switch at the back that controls how the USB-C port should operate. By default, it is set to Auto, but sometimes, it can choose the wrong mode. For example, I wanted to have it charge my camping light, but it instead used the light's battery to charge itself. I had to flip the Sherpa's switch to "Out". You may have to do the same when trying to charge a laptop battery. If you wanted to have another battery charge the Sherpa, you would have to switch to "In" ("Auto" may also work). It can be charged via USB-C at up to 60W with a wall charger, solar panel, or car plug. Goal Zero's own car plug can charge at 60W or 120W, depending on your car's capability, and is one of my favorite accessories to charge power stations and battery banks with. Hardly any other manufacturer offers that, and it makes me question why GZ does not promote that excellent product more. It can output up to 100W to a compatible device with the right USB-C cable. Its USB-A ports can go up to a quick-charging 12W. The Sherpa 100PD is a pricey power bank with features that many others, including popular Anker, do not provide. Whether it is worth the price tag depends on how you plan to use it. Its biggest selling points, in my opinion, are ruggedness for the outdoors with fast wireless charging capability and USB-C PD 100W output. The more expensive Sherpa 100AC model has an extra USB-C PD 60W output port, a 100W AC inverter to power devices using an AC plug, and can be solar-charged with its 8mm port. It essentially is a mini power station akin to its Yeti X siblings, but at its current price tag, it makes it difficult to recommend for most users who do not require "power station" functionality in a small form factor.
Unreliable, lackluster warranty and support
I loved this product for the short time it worked properly! The display is super cool, it connected to my solar panels and powered up multiple devices. Unfortunately after about 3 weeks, the battery wasn’t lasting as long and would jump from 50% down to 0% instantly… I contacted Goal Zero via email support and didn’t hear back for over two weeks. Their response was simply: return it to REI, which is what I did. Their support is just not adequate for a product this expensive. Also, shouldn’t something in this price range (and from an eco-friendly company) have a better warranty than 1 year? Just my two cents. I’m pretty bummed to say I can’t recommend Goal Zero anymore.
worth the bucks
I'll tell you,. it's not worth trying to go cheap on a battery pack. I was camping away from power sources for extended periods. this power bank held a charge and charged my cellphone three times. I do have an inverter for charging while driving and it does take a long time to recharge this bank, so I had to make sure I remembered to plug it in as soon as I started to drive to my next destination.
not bad, just average
I’ve just got my second one of these as my kids keep using mine, so I don’t think it’s a bad product. It’s just far from perfect. There isn’t an 8mm solar charging port (the AC version has one) so I don’t understand why this one doesn’t. If I wanted the extra size and bulk of the AC version I probably would have gotten that one. You can charge via solar using the USB port on a goal zero panel, but you can’t get as many watts in that way so it takes forever. Even if you were to use a nomad 50 watt panel, charging via USB limits it to a maximum of 12 watts. Realistically because they don’t have an 8mm port they should have included a wall AC 45 watt charging brick instead of making you buy it separately. If they put an 8mm port on the unit then it would make more sense to not include a wall charger. Second the wireless charging is a bit gimmicky. It’s far less efficient to charge wirelessly and this is a portable battery and the whole idea is to charge your devices when away from grid power which means you don’t want to waste battery capacity wireless charging your phone when just plugging it in via USB charges it with less power waste. It would be perfect if they saved the cost of adding wireless charging to this product and added an 8mm port instead.
Works for most devices
Seems good so far, but I haven't tried recharging by the solar panels yet. One issue is that it does not seem to work to charge some devices. I have a set of jaybird headphones that didn't fully charge even tho I had them plugged in for about 6-7 hours. For other devices seems to work well
This product is amazing!
I have had no issues with it and it's been a lifesaver. We went car camping and we brought our Nintendo switches to use at night after a long day of fun sightseeing/hiking, we were able to get a 40-50% charge on each and had saved the rest of the power for 2 phones, 2 watches, and an E-cig before it was low of battery life. We had to charge the Sherpa once at the campground and had it charging in the car at times while traveling. I would recommend this product for weekend hiking depending on how many devices you need/want to charge. The wireless charger on the top works perfectly fine for phones but will NOT charge your apple watch 5 series. I have no problem with that because you can just bring the cable and plug it in. However, it would be cool if it did work. It does take about 8 to 9 hours to charge and will charge to 100% every time. I found a Zippered Sleeve to store it in on Goal Zero's website for $10 as I didn't want the Sherpa to get scratched or chipped, especially the wireless charging pad! The Sleeve is a perfect slim fit for easy travel too.
Bullet Proof Charging/Battery System
I have a pair of these for moto-touring and they've been bullet-proof. I charge all my electronics - GoPros, navs, comms, iPhone - from one GZ Sherpa, alternating with the other Sherpa when I stop for the night. They both charge off my motorcycle's 12V system while I ride during the day. They're both going on five years of perpetual use without any issues.
Great power bank!
One of the few power banks that support PD and wireless. It charges my MBP 13", Pixel 3, and Surface Pro (using an adapter). The wireless charger works with my Pixel 3 and Nexus 7 tablet. GoalZero allows the battery pack to charge and discharge simultaneously. So my nightly routine is to plug the battery into the charger, set my phone on top to wirelessly charge and use cable for my tablet (if necessary). Everything is fully charged in the morning. The wireless charging does not activate rapid charge on the phone, but I use a USB-C cable when rapid charging is required. Other than no rapid wireless charging, the pack is a bit big. Its one of the most underrated battery packs out there.
won't charge, worthless
Bought this at the end of last year, I've used it a handful of times and now it just won't charge. It won't take a charge, won't turn on, won't charge anything off of it, I'm so so disappointed in this. Mind you, it wasn't hard use, it sat on my desk, and ended up in a backpack a few times. Whelp, the thing is going back. For 200 bucks, I'd expect to be able to trust it. My freaking 30 dollar Anker battery pack that I've had for 5 years is better!
Saved me in major power outages
Great to have on my deployment to Uganda- I love the wireless charging ability! I also Plan to get the solar recharging attachment