Nebo Ultimate Multi Voltage Power Pack Review – An innovative power bank with a 1500A jump start, 130psi air compressor, AC outlet, USB ports and floodlight

Following on from my review of the superb Nebo Davinci 18000 Lumen Flashlight, I have been checking out their latest flagship product, the Nebo Ultimate.

This is a multifaceted device that is perfect to keep in your car. It consists of a 96.2 watt-hours power bank and features a 130psi air compressor, 1500A jump start port, 220-240v AC outlet, USB-C/A ports, and a 3-mode flashlight.

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Features / Specification

• Design
  • Digital power display
  • 220-240v AC outlet – UK 3-pin
  • 1500A Jump start port
  • USB-C (Power Delivery) Bi-directional charging port
  • USB-A Charging port
  • 120psi Air compressor
  • 3 Mode Light
• Accessories
  • USB-C to USB-A adapter
  • Jumper cables
  • Air hose extension#
  • Air nozzle kit
  • 12v Car charger
  • Universal AC adaptor plus
  • Storage pouch
• Battery
  • Powered by 15000mah batter
• Recharge Time
  • 3-4 Hours
• Specs
  • Weight: 1,150g
  • (L) 275mm x (W) 143mm x (H) 57mm
• Warranty: 2 Years

Design

The Nebo Ultimate is sensibly designed, being a large, relatively flat rectangular device which has the ports and buttons running down one edge, the hose for the pump down the other and then the light on the side of one of the shorter edges. The AC plug socket is then located on the top flat part.

All the outlet ports are protected with thick plastic covers, though this is not IP-rated. It should still give you a bit of protection against splashes like rain or small spillages.

There is a small display where all the buttons and ports are on, and this shows the battery charge and function that is currently in use.

In Use

The Nebo Ultimate is built around a 15000mah Li-ion power bank, and Nebo does not indicate the battery chemistry. Newer portable power stations have been moving to Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) compared to the older Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NMC), which has better longevity and can be charged much faster. I’d suspect this is NMC, but I would also guess that a device like this won’t get used daily like portable power stations are designed for.

I tested the tyre pump with my Vanpowers City Vanture E-Bike and my road bike, as they conveniently had flat tyres. The pump includes various screw-on attachments, allowing it to inflate various tyres or things like balls and inflatable mattresses. With the Presta valve on my road tyres, you screw the adaptor on, then attach the pump and use the clamping mechanism to secure it. You then need to press the air button, select the air pressure, and then hit air again.

With the valve screwed securely in place, it inflated the tyres perfectly on both bikes and did so both quickly and relatively quietly. I have previously used the Cycplus electric pump, which was just not good in comparison to the Nebo. The Cycplus struggled to pump my bike tyres and was very slow and loud pumping a car tyre.

As for the USB ports, you have a USB-A port capable of 5V and 2.4A, which is 12W. Then the USB-C port can go up to 12V/1.67A or 9V/2.22A which is 20W. This is adequate performance and useful for emergencies, but many power banks now support power delivery up to 65W and higher. My power banks reported an 18W charge from the USB-C port.

The AC plug socket looks like an incredibly useful addition, and it is, but it is limited. The output is limited to 75W, which limits the appeal of this plug socket to things like laptops or, alternatively, a power delivery plug socket, which would allow you to use 65W PD.

The 75W limitation was difficult to test as I don’t have any devices that specifically do that. I attempted to plug my Ugreen Nexode 200W PD charger in, which has 100W power delivery ports and the Anker 737 power bank. The Anker 737 shot up to 80W input and then cut off, indicating the AC safely tripped on the Nebo. I was then able to successfully get 65W with the Anker Prime 12000mAh.

I haven’t personally tested the jump-start feature as I haven’t needed it. However, Nebo states this can do 1500A, which is less than some of the cheaper jump starters you will find on Amazon, but it should be more than adequate for the vast majority of people. Nebo says this can confidently jump-start any 12-volt car, SUV, 4×4, van, or marine battery, and it is suitable for 8L petrol & 4L diesel engines. I drive a 1L Vauxhall, so I doubt I would have any problems with this.

The flashlight works fine, it is not as powerful as the recent flashlights I have been reviewing, but it will work well if you are caught with a flat tyre or battery in the dark. There is also a red flashing LED which will be useful for emergencies.

One minor gripe is that the display does not show the power output, which is something I find useful on power stations as it allows me to gauge how long I have left on the battery and how fast the device is charging.

Price and Alternative Options

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From Friday, 27th October, until Monday, 30th October, Nebo is also offering free shipping.

The Nebo Ultimate has an RRP of £250 and is available directly from nebotools.co.uk.

Nebo has two other products that share the underlying power bank design.

The Nebo Assist Air Jump Starter is £200 and has the jump start and compressor functionality but no AC outlet.

The Nebo Rambler is £220 and lacks the jump start, air compressor and AC outlet, but it has wireless charging and includes a USB-C to DC cable with a selection of laptop charging tips for universal laptop charging.

There are plenty of similar affordable alternative products, but nothing like for like.

The Gooloo X7 Jump Starter with Air Compressor is available for around £130 and has a 160psi air compressor, a jump starter with a peak 4250A current, a USB-A output and an LED touch.

Halfords have a 5 in 1 Jump Starter for £115, which has similar features to the Gooloo X7 but a much lower peak current of 600A and a relatively small battery of 12,000mAh, yet weighs significantly more than the Nebo at 1.79kg.

Overall

Depending on your needs, there are other cheaper products out there, but I think Nebo has developed a superb premium solution for anyone who drives a lot.

Considering a device like this may be kept in a vehicle with the intention of using it for emergencies, I’d say it is worth spending extra money on a reputable brand such as Nebo in comparison to all the randomly named affordable Chinese brands on Amazon.

The Nebo Ultimate also benefits from the addition of an AC plug socket and a higher battery capacity than many of its competitors. This addition makes it unique to the market.

The Nebo Assist Air Jump Starter is probably worth considering as an alternative, it is basically the same product minus the AC socket. Again, it may be £70-80 more than some alternative options, but I’d prefer to stick with a reputable brand for a device that you may need to rely on in an emergency.

Overall, I think this is an excellent multi-voltage power pack with a jump starter, air compressor and much more. It will almost certainly live in the boot of my ageing car, giving me a bit of piece of mind.

James Smythe( Editor-in-chief )

I am James, a UK-based tech enthusiast and the Editor and Owner of Mighty Gadget, which I’ve proudly run since 2007. Passionate about all things technology, my expertise spans from computers and networking to mobile, wearables, and smart home devices.

As a fitness fanatic who loves running and cycling, I also have a keen interest in fitness-related technology, and I take every opportunity to cover this niche on my blog. My diverse interests allow me to bring a unique perspective to tech blogging, merging lifestyle, fitness, and the latest tech trends.

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