Even the most modern vehicles sometimes succumb to a dead battery. So a portable jump starter isn't a bad idea. A dead battery can halt your road trip or commute and even be dangerous. But a portable jump starter eliminates the need for roadside services or helpful strangers. These jumpers have built-in cables and enough power to revive most passenger vehicles in minutes, and they don't cost a fortune -- these discounts can help you grab one for less. And since your mind's on stuff for the car, check out our picks for best car phone mount and best wireless car charger.
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With a peak current of 6,000 amps, this compact Avapow jump starter is the most powerful model you'll find on this list, and it can handle just about any vehicle on the road. That includes any gasoline engine and even diesel engines of up to 12 liters, making it great for cars, trucks and motorcycles, as well as boats, ATVs and more. Plus, the intelligent jumper clamp has eight protection systems so you don't damage the starter or your battery. Be sure to clip the on-page coupons to get the full discounts. This discount is for Prime members only.
With a 27,800-mAh capacity and a 4,000-amp peak, this Avapow portable jump-starter packs some serious power. It can start any vehicle with a gas engine or any diesel engine up to 10 liters. It also has a built-in LED flashlight and two USB-A ports to charge your devices, and it can fully recharge in as few as four hours. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon for the full discount.
You can start dead batteries easily with this compact and powerful 1,000-amp portable lithium car battery jump-starter pack. It can last up to 20 jump starts on a single charge and powers up 6-liter gasoline engines and 3-liter diesel engines. This is also a power bank for charging your phone, tablet and other devices. Plus, there's a built-in 100-lumen LED flashlight with seven light modes, including emergency strobe and SOS.
This 1,700-amp portable charger packs a lot of power, so you don't have to stress about a dead battery in the middle of nowhere, but it is bigger than some of the others on this list. Weighing 23 pounds, it may be too big for compact vehicles, but at this price, it's definitely worth considering for its fast-charging capability.
This smaller, portable charger includes a light that can be used as a flashlight or in strobe or SOS mode. It also features dual USB outlets for emergency cell phone charging. You get the compact jump-starter and one smart jumper clamp, as well as a USB-C cable. It also weighs less than a pound, making it great for motorcyclists, too.