The Best Portable Car Jumpstarters of 2024

Though the Tacklife T8 Jumpstarter ($70) is compact, it is mighty. Able to start V8 engines up to 7.5L or diesel engines as large as 6.0L, it can be used on motorcycles, boats, or just about anything with an engine and 12-volt battery. And it measures about 10 by 4 inches, so you can easily keep it in your glove compartment or center console. In this same price arena, there’s also the TopVision T-26, which can likewise jumpstart 12-volt vehicles and has a slightly higher peak power at 2,200 amps.

The T8 Pro comes with spark-proof battery cables, an AC power adapter, 12-volt DC charging cable, a USB to Micro USB cable, and a sturdy storage case.

Along with the main feature of jumpstarting your car as many as 30 times on a single charge, its 18,000mAh power supply can also fast-charge your other devices. It meets safety standards with complete protection circuitry to protect your devices from reverse polarity and overcharging.

Because the T8 Jumpstarter is designed with a lithium battery, it can hold its charge for up to 12 months between uses. Thanks to its compact design and rugged IP65 water-resistant body, you can easily bring this jumpstarter along on every adventure for added peace of mind.

This portable jumpstarter from Audew — the Audew Epower-155 ($160) — is powerful enough to start a 9L gas engine or 7L diesel engine. Moreover, it also doubles as a power supply and emergency flashlight. The Audew 3,000A can jumpstart 12-volt cars, RVs, motorcycles, speedboats, tractors, and more. On a single full charge, it can start a vehicle battery up to 80 times.

When not in use, the Audew will go into standby mode and can hold its charge for up to 12 months. It also has LED bars that show the remaining power, so you know how much juice you have left. The LED light offers up a flashlight, strobe, and SOS functions, too.

Conveniently, it weighs less than three pounds and is compact enough that it can be stored just about anywhere in your car. If you incorrectly attach the jump leads to your car’s battery, the jumpstarter will automatically notify you of the issue with an audible buzz and flashing lights.

Every Epower-155 comes with battery terminal cables, USB-A and USB-B cables, and a carrying case. Using the included USB cables, you can quickly charge your cellphone or tablet. The kicker? This bank dishes out a 24-month standby.

Loaded with the goods, the NOCO GB40 ($125) is a 12-volt lithium-powered jumpstarter that comes with heavy-duty battery clamps, a micro-USB charging cable, a 12-volt car charger, and a microfiber storage bag. It can jumpstart gasoline engines up to 6.0L and diesel engines up to 3.0L. In terms of safety, this jumpstarter comes equipped with spark-proof and reverse polarity protection. While the NOCO has a capacity of 10,800mAh capacity, the Clore Automotive JNC660 Portable Car Jumpstarter costs about the same and has a 22,000mAh capacity, as well as a peak power of 1,700 amps. But the NOCO has nice accessories that come along with the package.

On top of this being an incredibly powerful portable car jumpstarter, it also doubles as a portable power bank and LED flashlight. It can charge any USB device and has a 100-lumen LED flashlight with six modes, including SOS and an emergency strobe.

When it comes to prepping for rugged adventures, the NOCO GB40 is a perfect match. It is designed to operate safely in any climate and has a water-resistant enclosure.

Also, the rubberized molding of the GB40 protects it from scratching your vehicle. Weighing less than 2.5 pounds, it is highly portable and easy to store. The GB40 jumpstarter comes with a one-year limited warranty.

Need to air up your tires, too? The Teluxe TE01 6-in-1 ($110) emergency jumpstarter and power supply features an integrated air compressor for airing up tires quickly. Most 12-volt portable air compressors are pretty slow. The cordless digital high-capacity air pump built into the Teluxe will swiftly inflate tires to 20 psi in about three minutes. The unit has max tire-pressure detection, preset stopping values, and unit switching (psi, bar, spa, kg/cm²) in addition to a max pressure of 120 psi.

This 2,500-amp device can safely jumpstart any 12-volt vehicle with a gas engine up to 8.5L in seconds. The eight built-in safety features are designed to protect against overheating and reverse polarity.

As an added safety measure, the unit won’t power on unless it is correctly attached to the battery. This starter has a 400-lumen LED flashlight, strobe, and SOS modes. The 18,000mAh power bank is good for about 50 jumpstarts on a single charge, or numerous recharges of mobile devices.

If you’re looking for a jumpstarter with all the bells and whistles, the TE01 6-in-1 is smart and loaded with extra features.

While the IdeaPlay J8 Plus ($110) isn’t as powerful compared to other portable car jumpstarter units, it boasts a compact size and weight that makes it convenient for carrying around. Even though it can easily jumpstart a car’s weak battery, users also find it handy as a power supply for things like portable hand warmers or heated jackets. The two-pack offers a tremendous value and is available in five colorful designs if you think black is boring.

With its 800 amp peak current, this device can turn over gas engines up to 7.0L or diesel engines as large as 5.5L. It has heavy-duty clamps and nine safety features that protect against reverse connection, over-current, short-circuiting, and reverse charging.

In addition, the J8 Plus comes equipped with a pair of USB charging ports, so you can use it to simultaneously power up smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices. The lithium jumpstarter has an easy-to-read LED display where you can see the remaining power. A bright multi-mode LED flashlight integrated into the unit is handy because emergencies happen at night, too.

The J8 Plus portable car jumpstarter and power supply are backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Coming from TopVision, this third-generation quick-discharge jumpstarter can operate in a wide range of temperatures making it great for year-round use. The TopVision T-26 ($59) can jumpstart 12-volt vehicles in seconds thanks to its 2,200 amp peak current.

The lithium battery makes it lightweight and portable, so you can easily stash it in your trunk or glovebox. The large battery capacity is good for up to 50 jumpstarts on a single charge. When it comes time to recharge this portable car jumpstarter, you can simply plug it into any USB power adapter.

The multi-functional jumpstarter also comes with a quick-charging USB port for on-the-go charging, a powerful LED flashlight, and an SOS lighting signal. It is ideal for any excursions or road trips.

And you don’t need to worry about using this jumpstarter as the T-26 comes with built-in over-current, short-circuit, over-load, over-voltage, and over-charge protection.

You can jumpstart your car, motorcycle, RV, truck, boat, or even a tractor with this top-quality portable jumpstarter from GooLoo. The LED light on Gooloo GP3000 ($100) has three modes: flashlight, strobe light, and SOS light. Along with the jumpstarter, you’ll get a 12-volt battery charger, a wall charger, a USB-C cable, a storage case, and a user manual.

Besides being a highly effective and quick jumpstarter, it also supports USB Type-C charging and can serve as a mobile power bank. The quick-charge USB ports can rapidly charge any device on the go, a great option if you frequently need to charge your smartphone or laptop in transit.

The included jumper clamps are designed with safety in mind with eight protections. That includes overload, over-voltage, and reverse polarity protection, all in the GP3000. Thanks to the lithium polymer battery, you get a jumpstarter that retains its charge well while still being lightweight and portable.

What a terrific high-end gadget: The Schumacher DSR132 ProSeries ($507) ultracapacitor hybrid jumpstarter can really supply all of your power needs. It works for gas engines and checks the status of the glow plugs before firing up a diesel engine. Store this power station under the seat or in the trunk of your car, and you’ll truly be ready for anything that life throws at you.

The advantage of using an ultracapacitor is that there’s no risk of damaging the vehicle’s electronics because the voltage of the capacitors is restricted to a range that’s safe for all types of ECUs. Moreover, if you forgot to charge the jumpstarter, a weak car battery has enough juice to pre-charge the ultracapacitor for a jumpstart and get you back on the road.

This large display on the DSR132 ProSeries will give a readout of the vehicle’s battery level, the charge level of the ultracapacitors, glow plug status, fault condition, and more. The built-in USB port allows you to charge up electronic devices on the go. And though this isn’t the smallest or lightest option, the included jumper cables wrap around the ears on the sides to keep things tidy.

Just glorious. The Clore Automotive JNC660 ($128) is a powerful portable car jumpstarter. The device is capable of 1,700 peak amps and 425 cranking amps, making it more than powerful enough for jumpstarting most vehicles. The 46-inch heavy-duty AWG cables wrap neatly on each side of the unit.

In addition to being a jumpstarter, this device also serves as a power supply. If you opt to store it in your garage, you can just keep it plugged in and ready for use. It is recommended that you store the JNC660 at room temperature whenever possible. On this device, you’ll find a voltmeter to monitor the onboard battery.

The heavy-duty case and industrial-grade hot jaw clamps on the JNC660 are designed to hold up well to years of use. With that, it’s on the heavier side, weighing in at 18 pounds. In addition, it has a 12-volt power outlet used to charge other devices.