Find the ideal jump starter or battery charger for your actual needs — from getting your car started on a cold morning to maintaining your motorcycle over the winter and powering 24V trucks.

For when your car won't start

Forgotten lights, a cold morning, a battery that's reached the end of its life: with the Noco GB40 Boost Plus in your car, you won't need another vehicle and jumper cables to get going. Its 1000A starting power is suitable for small and medium-sized cars, and users report that it even started a diesel Mercedes Vito.

It holds its charge for months in the glove compartment, so it's ready when you need it. It also works as a USB power bank for your phone, while the built-in flashlight helps when connecting the clamps in the dark.

If you want something simpler, the Andowl Q-D1030 includes a power bank, a flashlight, and a 15000mAh battery, with a lower starting current of 600A.

For a large SUV, diesel vehicle or van

A large diesel engine needs much more power to start, especially in winter. The Noco Boost GB70 HD delivers 2000A of starting power, enough for SUVs, commercial vans and pickup trucks with a 12V battery.

It’s a tool to keep permanently in the trunk of a large vehicle or in the workshop, and it also works as a USB power bank. See more Noco jump starters for large SUVs or diesel vehicles.

For tire inflation and jump-starting

The HW-0354 combines two emergency tools in one device: an 800A battery jump starter and a built-in air pump for car, motorcycle, or bicycle tires. Instead of keeping a compressor in the trunk and jumper cables in the glove compartment, you carry one small device.

Users note that the pump takes a little while to inflate a car tire and that the hose gets warm, so it’s best for topping up tire pressure rather than continuous use. It also has a power bank and flashlight. One user’s tip: keep it under the driver’s seat, because the trunk of some newer cars won’t open if the battery is dead.

For a car that sits unused for days

A car left in the garage for weeks, a second vehicle, or a car with lots of electronics can gradually lose its charge. The Noco Genius5 charges at up to 5A and then automatically switches to maintenance mode, so you can leave it connected while you’re away.

It works with lead-acid, AGM and GEL batteries, including Start-Stop batteries, and supports both 6V and 12V. Users report that a 55Ah battery takes about 12 hours to charge, and that the recovery mode helped tired diesel batteries turn the starter again.

For motorcycles stored over the winter

A motorcycle battery is small and drains quickly when the bike is left parked for months. The Noco Genius1 charges at a gentle 1A, suitable for small batteries, and can stay connected all winter without overcharging it.

It supports 6V and 12V, making it suitable for older motorcycles and scooters, as well as AGM and GEL batteries. One user notes that if the power goes out, it automatically resumes charging once power is restored. See more Noco motorcycle battery maintainers.

For trucks, tractors, and boats (24V)

Trucks, tractors, buses, and many boats run on 24V, meaning two 12V batteries connected in series, which a regular car battery charger cannot charge. The 12/24V FFC1108-2 charger charges at 8A at 12V and 4A at 24V, making it suitable for both your family car and heavy vehicles.

It works with lead-acid, AGM, and GEL batteries. Users report that it charged 75Ah and 100Ah batteries and that it has a built-in fan to keep it from overheating during long charging sessions.

The jump starter gets you out of a tight spot on the road, while the battery maintainer keeps your battery charged when your vehicle is not in use. Before choosing, check your vehicle’s voltage (6V, 12V or 24V) and battery type (conventional, AGM or lithium).

This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed and edited by the Skroutz team.