Charging Stations / Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) vs Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)
Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) vs Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)
Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)
A retractable 65W cable and 1,200J surge — the best cable management here.
Wins overall by 0.2 points
Quick Verdict
Too close to call on score alone: 0.2 points separate them. A retractable 65W cable and 1,200J surge — the best cable management here. The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) answers with a different set of strengths, so let the categories below decide it.
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) and Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) are both closely matched charging Station models, and the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) is $40 cheaper than the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) ($39.99 vs $79.99). On Cable Management, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) leads (9.0 vs 4.0/10) — built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is. On Power Sharing, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads (6.0 vs 4.5/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. On Build Quality, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads (8.5 vs 7.0/10) — materials, heat handling and warranty. Overall, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) scores 7.2/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.0/10 for the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0), though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) | Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.99 | $79.99 |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Type | Power strip with USB | Power strip with USB |
| Max Total Output | 67 across USB, 1,875 across AC | 65 across USB, 1,625 across AC |
| USB-C Ports (ports) | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A Ports (ports) | 2✓ | 1 |
| AC Outlets | 3 | 3 |
| Wireless Pad | No | No |
| Devices at Once (devices) | 7✓ | 6 |
| Apple Watch Charging | No | No |
| Cables Included | No | Yes — a built-in 65W retractable USB-C cable of about 2.6ft |
| Surge Protection | 300 joules | 1,200 joules |
| Power Sharing | Two USB-C gives 45W plus 20W, or 30W plus 30W. Four USB ports gives 30W plus 20W plus 15W. USB-C never reaches 65W once a second device is attached | Baseus describes intelligent allocation but publishes no table. Its own documentation warns charging may be interrupted two or three times as devices are added |
| Display | None | None |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black, White, Green | White, Black |
Category Scores
Output Power
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) and Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) are level here, at 6.0/10 each. total wattage and single-port maximum is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Port Variety
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Power Sharing
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads clearly here, 6.0 against 4.5 — a 1.5-point margin on how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on materials, heat handling and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cable Management
The Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 4.0 — a 5.0-point margin on built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) leads clearly here, 7.0 against 6.0 — a 1.0-point margin on displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) and Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) are level here, at 7.5/10 each. footprint and how it looks on a desk or nightstand is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.0 — a 1.0-point margin on ports and wattage relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) if…
- • Power Sharing matters most to you — the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores 6.0/10 here (how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached).
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores 8.5/10 here (materials, heat handling and warranty).
- • Value matters most to you — the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores 9.0/10 here (ports and wattage relative to price).
- • You want to spend less — it's $40 cheaper.
Choose the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) if…
- • Cable Management matters most to you — the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) scores 9.0/10 here (built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is).
- • Features matters most to you — the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) scores 7.0/10 here (displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras).
Pros & Cons
Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)
Pros
- +Seven outputs including three AC for $39.99 is the best port-per-dollar here
- +Anker publishes the full sharing table, which several rivals do not
- +Flat profile sits neatly behind a monitor
- +Three colour options
Cons
- −300 joules is modest surge protection — a quarter of the Baseus PowerCombo's rating
- −USB-C drops to 45W as soon as a second device is attached
- −No cables included
- −No display
Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)
Pros
- +The retractable 65W cable is genuinely the best cable-management solution in this list
- +1,200 joules of surge protection is the highest here and twice Anker's 300J
- +Three AC outlets plus three USB ports covers a whole desk
Cons
- −Baseus's own documentation admits charging may be interrupted two or three times when devices are added, which is a striking thing to publish
- −No per-port sharing table
- −65W total across USB is modest for six devices
Shop by Need
FAQs
Is the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) or Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Cable Management, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) or the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) scores higher on Cable Management (9.0/10 vs 4.0/10) — built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is.
Which is better for Power Sharing, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) or the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores higher on Power Sharing (6.0/10 vs 4.5/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached.
Which is better for Build Quality, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) or the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores higher on Build Quality (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — materials, heat handling and warranty.
Which is better for Features, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) or the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) scores higher on Features (7.0/10 vs 6.0/10) — displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras.
Is the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) worth the price difference over the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) is the cheaper option at $39.99 versus $79.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Cable Management.
What's the warranty on the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) vs the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011)?+
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) ships with a 18-month warranty; the Baseus PowerCombo 65W 6-in-1 (PSLR0001011) ships with a 18-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.