15 Best Car Battery Chargers

If you don't have the most modern car, chances are it has a lead battery. They are still popular, but have an important drawback - the formation of scale on the plates. This is called sulfation, and it is very difficult to deal with it. This charger is designed just for this purpose. It has a special "cycle" mode. You simply put your battery on it, and the device removes carbon deposits without changing the properties of the battery itself.

The disadvantage of the device is its limitations. It is suitable only for lead batteries, and even those must meet a number of requirements: a capacity of not more than 60 A * h, a charge current of not more than 10 amperes, and the battery must be 12 volts.Many classic batteries meet these criteria, and if you have one of these, you can safely take a charge to extend the life of the module. But owners of more modern units will have to look for another option. However, new batteries and sulfation does not threaten.

The best charger doesn't have to be expensive, and here's a prime example of that. This is the cheapest gadget in its segment, but the customer reviews under it are as positive as possible, and the rating is very high. The device is reliable and of high quality. It charges the car battery in automatic or manual mode, making it versatile. You yourself choose a convenient type of charge, which means you can both maintain the battery voltage and completely restore it after discharge.

It also has the advantage of a wide temperature range. The device is all-weather and is able to work in winter at temperatures down to -30 ° C, which is a record among similar gadgets. True, there are also disadvantages. For example, current limit. If your battery power is above 18 amps, this device will not cope with it. This is for 12V modules. And for 24-volt, the limit is 15 amperes. Well, the maximum capacity should not exceed 400 Ah.

No matter what battery you have in your car, this charger will suit anyone. It works great with old lead models as well as the most modern gel ones.All you need to do is select the type of battery before starting the charging process, and then the device will automatically determine the necessary values ​​​​and gently charge the battery without harming it. The device takes into account a lot of parameters, even the ambient temperature. There are both winter and summer modes. True, negative values ​​\u200b\u200breach only -5 ° C.

The main advantage of the device is protection against any problems. If you reverse the polarity or type of battery, nothing fatal will happen. The device itself will determine the error and simply will not charge. It is also worth noting the possibility of restoring completely dead batteries. The device gently raises the charge current without causing boiling and overheating. Pleased with the overall reliability. Reviews of real users fully confirm this.

The charger supports a maximum current of 9 A and can recharge batteries up to 110 Ah for cars (12 V) or motorcycles (6 V). The reverse current keeps the plates from premature destruction and contributes to a more efficient recovery of the working capacity.

The owners, leaving reviews, reasonably consider the T-1001AR to be the best charger. The device can work with gel batteries and batteries with AGM technology. Regular use prevents sulfation of the battery plates (the most common cause of battery failure) and reduces the self-discharge current. In addition to displaying the battery status on the display, using the device, you can also check the operability of the generator and the relay-regulator.

Not too compact expensive device for automatic recharging of high-end car batteries. Easily copes with the gradual "refueling" of batteries with a capacity of 100 Ah. The beginning of the charging process takes place at a nominal current value of 6.5 A. Gradually, processing the received data from the battery status terminals, the device itself selects the mode that is optimal for these conditions, either increasing or decreasing the ammeter readings.

Another important factor is the presence of a warning system about a malfunction, due to which it becomes much easier to control the work process. The owners, leaving their reviews, indicate in them that with the help of QUATTRO ELEMENTI i-Charge 10 they were able to extend the life of the regular battery and save themselves from problems with starting the engine in cold weather. The only thing that this device lacks, according to the owners, is a forced charge system that allows you to “pick up dead” batteries.

Modern manufacturers of electrical appliances and tools like to save money, and they do it with the help of cables. Most often they are so short that it causes great handling difficulties. But not in this case. This model is not stingy. All wires are long. Network - 2 meters, and chargers - 3 meters each. This is enough to easily charge a car battery without even removing it from its seat.

Wires are the main advantage of the device. The rest is a conventional analog type charger. Works with lead batteries up to 85 Ah. A little, but for most owners it is enough. The indication is also analog. There is protection against overheating and boiling, but it is better not to confuse the terminals. There is also a function to remove sulfate ash from the plates, but, as they say in the reviews, it does not work very well. Yes, the process is going on, but it is extremely slow and takes a huge amount of time. It is inconvenient, since it is not recommended to leave such a device unattended. Manual mode is not as reliable as auto.

For products sold in Russia, there is a quality mark - Rostest. Its presence indicates that the device has been tested and fully complies with safety requirements. This device has such a certificate, and the reviews clearly show how reliable and high-quality a semi-professional gadget it is. All indications are analog, and the settings are mechanical. Having no experience in working with batteries, it is better to refuse it immediately.

The charger is universal. It will fit both a car 12-volt battery, and a motorcycle battery, and even a 24-volt block.With it, it is possible to regulate the charge current with a lower threshold of only 1 ampere, and with an upper threshold of 20 A. In manual mode, the battery charges more smoothly, which prolongs its service life. But you need to constantly monitor the work. There is overcharge protection, but it simply reports the onset of the peak, and does not prevent it. Well, it’s inconvenient to carry such a block with you in a car.

The modern electronics market does not stand still. Almost every day there are new gadgets that are better than the previous ones in terms of content and functionality. But something remains eternal, like this charger. If you had a car 20 years ago, and you charged the battery, then most likely it was this device. And it's still in production. Yes, the content has changed a bit. There are new protective functions and other bells and whistles, but it's still the same Orion.

Simple, compact device with manual control. It is capable of charging lead-acid batteries up to 200 Ah inclusive. True, only 12-volt versions. A nice addition will be the ability to use the device as a power source. It has all the necessary connectors for connecting the electronics used in the car. Therefore, Orion is chosen not only by car owners, but also by lovers of radio electronics. The block can be called semi-professional, as it sets the settings very subtly, but it is better for beginners to refuse it.

The most powerful starting-charging transformer device with a manual type of control, the potential of which can be enough to “breathe life” into an empty capacious battery.The maximum charge current reaches an impressive figure of 13 A, and the starting current, and even more so, is a one-time release of 140 A (for 10-15 seconds, for a simple estimate, it is able to instantly “boil” the electrolyte even in a battery with a capacity of 140 Ah (and 12 -, and 24-volt). Only a small number of consumers prefer to resort to home use of such a device - it has become much more widespread in the circles of auto repair shops, services and transport shops of private and public enterprises. The only drawback of the system is the lack of protection against the occurrence of a short circuit - when fixing the terminals, you should be especially careful.

FUBAG COLD START 300/12 became the leader among the starters and chargers included in our rating. Despite the microprocessor automatic control of the device, it ended up in this category due to the ability to quickly reanimate a car battery and ensure reliable engine start in harsh winter conditions and with an acute shortage of time.

Owner reviews emphasize the ability to restore completely “dead” batteries after deep discharge using FUBAG COLD START. As a result of using the charger, the prospect of the battery being sent for recycling can be postponed for at least one more calendar season, and the purchase of a new power source for the car will not be necessary at all.

Modern electronics tends to decrease, and this gadget has surpassed all its competitors. This is the most compact charger for cars and motorcycles. Intelligent instrument for all types of batteries, from old acid to modern gel. You do not need to set anything other than the desired charging mode. The device itself will determine the type of battery and its condition, as well as select the optimal process. Charging is multi-stage, consists of 10 stages.

There is also a very handy memory function. No need to constantly select the mode and type of charging. If you use the same data, just turn on the device and it will remember what processes it did last time. And don't be afraid to make a mistake. There are a lot of protective features. If you mix up the terminals or select the wrong mode, the device will simply not let you “kill” the battery. And, of course, sizes. Such a gadget can easily fit not only in the trunk of a car, but also in its glove compartment.

Many chargers refuse to work in extreme outdoor temperatures. Someone is afraid of frosts, and someone, on the contrary, of heat. This device is the best solution in this regard. It has the widest range. In a negative value - up to -35 ° С, and in a positive one - + 50 ° С. The gadget has a temperature compensation function.An intelligent system that independently determines the temperature and heats or cools the battery to optimal values.

There are also other protective features, so even if you have never used such devices before, there will be no problems. Reversed polarity or selecting the wrong mode will not lead to fatal consequences. The system simply won't let you make a mistake. As for the technical side, the maximum capacity of the rechargeable module is 300 Ah, and the minimum is 20 Ah. The battery voltage is from 6 to 24, that is, the device is suitable for owners of motorcycles, boats or even a large truck.

Most often, charging with microprocessors is bought by owners of modern batteries. They rarely deal with lead modules and cannot restore them if the charge is completely lost. But not this model. This is the most versatile gadget, designed for all types of batteries, from acid to gel. In this case, you do not even need to select the type of charging. The device will do everything for you.

The charging program is very efficient. It consists of 9 steps, that is, the power increase occurs as smoothly as possible, without jumps and breaks that could harm the module. It is also important to mention that the maximum capacity of a rechargeable battery is 500 Ah, and this is an extremely rare occurrence for such devices. And all this is placed in a compact case. The charging weight is only 0.9 kilograms. It can easily fit in the glove box of a car, and you can charge it even in winter at temperatures down to -20 ° C. Or in summer up to +45°С.The device itself will adjust to the environment and will not allow the battery to overheat.

If you are looking for the best charger in terms of reliability and durability, this is the one for you. Bosch is famous for its high quality products, and it does not matter where it is produced, in Germany, China or Malaysia. Such a device will last for a very long time, and this significantly levels the price tag, although it cannot be called high.

The model is designed to charge all types of batteries. It will suit both old lead models, where the current will rise gradually, and the most modern gel versions. The main thing is that the capacity of the rechargeable battery does not exceed 120 Ah. Well, the power limit is from 6 to 12 volts. That is, if you have a car or motorcycle, you can buy the device. Not suitable for trucks and buses. A separate advantage will be the ability to bring even completely dead batteries back to life, and as you know, not all charges can cope with them, especially microprocessor ones. The minimum current is 0.8 amperes.

One of the best microprocessor controlled chargers. Provides diagnostics of the state of the connected battery, independently selects the current strength and the magnitude of the supplied voltage, depending on the selected mode (smooth, express, winter and auto).

It has the most effective protection systems for short circuit, overheating of wiring and non-observance of polarity.In the reviews, the owners positively evaluate the presence and information content of the LCD display, diagnostic and desulfation modes. In addition, the device can work with five different types of batteries and, if used regularly to recharge a car battery, allows you to increase its life. In some cases, more than twice the normal battery life is known.