Innergie mCube Mini Auto/Air Power Adapter Review

👤by Vinh Thai Comments 📅19-01-11
Conclusion

In conclusion, the Innergie mCube Mini is exactly what the company says it is. Indeed, the mCube Mini is a small and sleek DC/DC travel power adapter that can be used in either a car or an airplane. It is capable of effortlessly charging notebooks requiring up to 65W at 15-21V. It supports a wide range of notebooks and Innergie’s “Free Tip Program” ensures that your notebook is not left in the dark.

The car adapter has a handy USB port for powering USB devices. Also, the two travel pouches make carrying the mCube Mini around much easier.

The product has a few minor inconveniences, however. The voltage output of the mCube Mini is not handled automatically and the voltage switch is recessed and difficult to access without a pen. Also, the mCube Mini is a DC/DC power adapter, and as such it does not replace the AC/DC power adapter that came with the notebook.


The Innergie mCube Mini with its accesories


The price of the mCube Mini is worth considering as well. The MSRP of the product is € 69,99 / US$ 69.99. This puts the mCube Mini at slightly more expensive than other universal car/air DC/DC power adapters. Nevertheless, the mCube Mini’s small size, excellent accessories (notebook tips and travel pouches), 2 year warranty and overall excellent build quality make up for the extra cost.

At the end of the day, the mCube Mini is good compared to its competitors, but does it fit your needs? Do you need a DC/DC auto/air power adapter and does it have to be compact? The cheaper but bulkier alternative would be to buy a car/air power inverter. If you are already planning on carrying the AC/DC notebook power adapter with you, however, then you will probably not mind the added bulk, but you will enjoy the savings.

With all of this in mind, the Innergie mCube Mini is a great product that delivers what it promises. It is awarded the Vortez Silver Award.



Pros
+ 2 travel pouches
+ 3 year warranty after online registration
+ 10 different notebook power tips
+ Excellent power performance and product compatibility
+ Free Tip Program
+ Overall strong build quality
+ Sleek and small design
+ USB port on the car adapter

Cons
- Difficult to access voltage switch
- High price-tag
- Misleading white finish that might indicate Apple product support, but does not (patent issues)
- Non-automatic voltage range switch




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