Charging Stations / Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128)
$79.99
VSAnker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)
$39.99
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128)
A real 65+65W split and 140W total — but no surge protection at all.
Wins overall by 0.9 points
Quick Verdict
A 0.9-point gap makes the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) the straightforward choice here. A real 65+65W split and 140W total — but no surge protection at all.
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) and Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) are both closely matched charging Station models, and the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) is $40 cheaper than the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) ($39.99 vs $79.99). On Output Power, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (9.0 vs 6.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum. On Power Sharing, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (9.0 vs 6.0/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. On Features, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (8.5 vs 6.0/10) — displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras. Overall, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 7.9/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.0/10 for the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0). 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 Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) | Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $39.99 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Type | Power strip with USB | Power strip with USB |
| Max Total Output | 140 across USB | 67 across USB, 1,875 across AC |
| USB-C Ports (ports) | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A Ports (ports) | 2 | 2 |
| AC Outlets | 2 | 3 |
| Wireless Pad | No | No |
| Devices at Once (devices) | 6 | 7✓ |
| Apple Watch Charging | No | No |
| Cables Included | No — a 5ft detachable AC cord only | No |
| Surge Protection | None — Anker states explicitly that this model has no surge protection | 300 joules |
| Power Sharing | Two USB-C gives 65W plus 65W. One USB-C plus two USB-A gives 120W plus 12W. All four gives 65W plus 60W plus 15W. A 5A e-marked cable is required for 60W or more | 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 |
| Display | Smart display showing per-port wattage, voltage and current | None |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black | Black, White, Green |
Category Scores
Output Power
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 6.0 — a 3.0-point margin on total wattage and single-port maximum. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Port Variety
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.0 — a 1.0-point margin on mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Power Sharing
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 6.0 — a 3.0-point margin on how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) and Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) are level here, at 8.5/10 each. materials, heat handling and warranty is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Cable Management
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) and Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) are level here, at 4.0/10 each. built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Features
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.0 — a 2.5-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 Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on footprint and how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) does not close the gap elsewhere.
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 Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) if…
- • Output Power matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 9.0/10 here (total wattage and single-port maximum).
- • Power Sharing matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 9.0/10 here (how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached).
- • Features matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 8.5/10 here (displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras).
- • Your main use case is laptop.
Choose the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) if…
- • Port Variety matters most to you — the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores 9.0/10 here (mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets).
- • 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.
- • Your main use case is bedside.
Pros & Cons
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128)
Pros
- +A true 65W plus 65W split across two USB-C ports — the most even division of any station here
- +140W total runs a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed
- +The smart display shows real voltage and current, not just wattage
Cons
- −No surge protection at all despite having two AC outlets, which Anker states plainly but most buyers will assume otherwise
- −Needs a 5A e-marked cable to reach 60W or more, and none is included
- −Only two AC outlets
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
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FAQs
Is the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) 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 Output Power, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Output Power (9.0/10 vs 6.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum.
Which is better for Power Sharing, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Power Sharing (9.0/10 vs 6.0/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached.
Which is better for Features, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Features (8.5/10 vs 6.0/10) — displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras.
Which is better for Port Variety, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) scores higher on Port Variety (9.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets.
Is the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) worth the price difference over the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
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 Output Power.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) is the better fit if you mainly care about laptop. The Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) is the better fit for bedside.
What's the warranty on the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0)?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) ships with a 18-month warranty; the Anker 525 Charging Station 7-in-1 (A91C0) 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.
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