Rating of chargers for car batteries

A generator that supplies energy to a car battery does not do its job 100% and its capacity is usually not enough to fully restore the battery charge. Because of this problem, you usually have to visit service stations several times a year, which is not always convenient. To be autonomous in solving this problem, you can purchase battery chargers.

TOP-10: Rating of the best chargers for car batteries

We bring to your attention a rating of the ten best chargers according to the opinions of users who have bought this useful accessory for their car.

1. "Ctek MXS 7.0"

The best device for recharging car batteries in terms of quality of work, price and affordable functionality. Before starting recharging, it can be used to diagnose and determine what charge capacity the battery will be able to hold. The device is capable of operating at low temperatures, and an additional function that allows you to cope with the stratification of electrolyte inside the battery will help to regenerate energy even in the event of a full and deep discharge.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 120 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 7 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 65 (protection against moisture, splash and dust).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Thoughtful functionality;
• Automated eight-step charging procedure;
• Works in unfavorable climatic conditions;
• Manufacturer's warranty - 5 years.

Minuses:

• Not found.

User feedback: Cold winter. The battery in the neighbor's car is "dead". Have connected "my darling". We smoked and talked. Started up without question.

2. "Ctek M300"

A device of a professional class, characterized by its versatility: it will be able to recharge the batteries of cars and sea transport. It does not generate galvanic current, therefore it is completely safe for metal parts of the machine structure. It works very quietly, there is a special mode for working at night, which further reduces noise. The recharging program is multistage and fully automated, which will allow you to recover energy even in completely discharged batteries.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 500 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 25 Amperes
• Protection level: IP 44 (for outdoor use).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Minimum noise;
• Durability and quality of work performed;
• Manufacturer's warranty - 5 years;
• Universal unit;
• Low noise.

Minuses:

• High price.

3. "Ctek MXS 5.0 POLAR"

Another version of the Swedish charger, the main feature of which is considered to be the ability to work in low temperatures: the device is capable of functioning in thirty-degree frost. The unit is suitable for charging cars, snowmobiles and ATVs. For operation in adverse weather conditions, a well-insulated long cable is provided in the kit. Like other battery chargers from the Ctek company, the device charges in an automatic eight-cycle mode and reanimates the batteries after a long period of inactivity.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 110 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 5 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 65 (protection against moisture, splash and dust).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Works at very low temperatures;
• Durable;
• High-quality assembly;
• Five year warranty.

Minuses:

• Poorly copes with charging high-capacity batteries.

4. "Bosch C7"

A solid German charger, with fairly good charging capabilities and good functionality. When connected, it automatically recognizes the type of device, selects the charging method. Protection against accidental short circuit is provided, it can work at sufficiently low temperatures.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12 / 24V lead-acid and helium batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: 12V - up to 230 Ah, 24V - 120 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 7 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 65 (protection against moisture, splash and dust).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Suitable for two types of batteries with different voltages: 12 and 24V;
• Short circuit protection provided;
• There are special mounts on the case for placing the device on vertical surfaces, for example, on a wall.

Minuses:

• The basic kit does not include an adapter for connecting to a car cigarette lighter.

5. "Ctek CT5 TIME TO GO"

Compact tool for charging cars, with convenient control indicators: they make it much easier to control the charging process. After switching on, it works in automatic mode, upon completion of work, it will inform about this with a sound signal. It took the fifth place due to the slow charging speed compared to its competitors.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 160 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 5 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 65 (protection against moisture, splash and dust).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Reliability of work;
• Able to reanimate long-discharged batteries;
• Wear resistance;
• Compactness;
• Manufacturer's warranty - 5 years.

Minuses:

• Slow charging speed.

6. "Ctek MXS 5.0"

As you can see from customer reviews, the products of the Swedish company are very popular and therefore half of the rating of the best chargers are occupied by the models of this company. The version of "Ctek MXS 5.0" has absorbed the best features of its more powerful brothers from the line and is in fifth place only due to lower technical characteristics: for example, charging cannot work at such low temperatures as a unit from the "POLAR" series and it charges the battery a little slower. But it also costs less.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 110 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 5 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 65 (protection against moisture, splash and dust).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Long lasting;
• Reliable in work;
• Manufacturer's warranty - 5 years;
• Reanimates the battery after a long discharge;
• Acceptable price.

Minuses:

• Low power.

7. "Ring Automotive RECB206"

The best-priced starting charger designed for batteries with a voltage of 6/12 V. After switching on, it works automatically, to control the charge level on the case, a diode indication is provided. The case is ergonomic, cables with clips can be hidden inside it. It can malfunction at low temperatures, and it charges slowly, but these shortcomings are more than offset by the cost of the device.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 6 / 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 70 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 6 Amperes;
• Security level: not provided.

Pros and features of the charger:

• Suitable for charging 6V batteries;
• Ergonomic design
• The ability to control the charge level is provided.

Minuses:

• Works poorly at low temperatures;
• Low power.

8. "SMART POWER PROFESSIONAL SP-25N"

A powerful starting and charging unit for batteries of machines of any class: from small cars to heavy construction equipment.It works in two modes and is suitable for electricity regeneration in batteries with 12 or 24V voltage.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12 / 24V lead-acid and helium batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: 12V - up to 500 Ah, 24V - 250 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 25 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 20 (use only in buildings).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Very powerful;
• Fast charging;
• Works in two bands.

Minuses:

• Rigid, awkward cable;
• There are complaints about quick failures after purchase;
• Low level of security.

9. "Auto electrician T-1050"

A domestic device for charging batteries for passenger cars with a simple design, functionality, but a very tasty price. Its retail price is 2100-2300 rubles. The body is all-metal, but there are ventilation holes on the side, so the level of protection is minimal. There are fasteners on the case for grounding the device. Charges quite slowly compared to other competitors and may fail at low temperatures

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 90 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 5 Amperes;
• Protection level: IP 20 (use only in buildings).

Pros and features of the charger:

• Minimum price;
• Simple construction.

Minuses:

• Low charging speed;
• Works poorly at subzero temperatures;
• Poor functionality.

10. "ORION PW 415"

Also a model of a domestic company that provides battery charging with a voltage of 12 or 24V. It weighs a little less than a kilogram and is quite compact. It can be used as a pre-start unit. Powerful, provides fast battery charging. It is inexpensive, but there are a lot of complaints about the build quality.

Specifications:

• Battery compatibility: for 12 / 24V lead-acid batteries;
• Maximum allowable battery capacity: up to 160 Ah;
• Maximum allowable current: 15 Amperes;
• Security level: from overheating.

Pros and features of the charger:

• Inexpensive;
• Works in two bands.

Minuses:

• Poor build quality.

What parameters were used to select battery chargers?

First of all, we took into account the reliability and durability of the electronic device. Also, the power of the unit and the speed of recharging were important for us. Further, we took into account the capabilities of the device during its operation in various climatic conditions. Based on these characteristics, places were allocated, we also took into account the opinions of users who have already checked the efficiency of the chargers.