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Having a portable starter on-hand can keep you from being stuck with a dead battery. These deals make it more affordable to snag one for yourself. 1000 Amp Jump Starter
Don't let a dead battery leave you stranded. While there are few things that can throw a wrench in your day like a dead car battery, it can quickly become more than just an inconvenience if you're in a secluded area or it's late at night. Portable jump starters are a good idea for anyone who drives and should become a standard part of their vehicle's emergency kit.
Portable jump starters are essentially giant power banks with jumper cables that can give your car enough juice to get you back on the road. They're compact, simple to use and can get you moving again in just a few minutes. Mine has gotten me out of a jam more than a few times, and I never leave home without it recharged. It doesn't cost a fortune to get your hands on one, either. We've gathered current discounts on portable jump starters for vehicles both big and small to help you get your hands on one for less.
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 can handle just about any vehicle on the road. That includes any gasoline engine, and 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 different protection systems in place so you don't damage the starter or your battery. Just note that you'll have to add it to your cart to see the discount.
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, two USB-A ports to charge your devices and it can fully recharge in as little as four hours.
This car battery starter and jumper cable set from Nexpow delivers a peak current of 2,500 amps and can start all gas and diesel engines up to 8 liters, including cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, boats and ATVs. The battery starter is equipped with a handy and powerful LED light with four modes: flashlight, SOS, strobe and red/blue warning lights. The jumper cables are spark-proof, and have reverse polarity protection and overload protection so you'll never have to worry if you accidentally hook onto the wrong terminals. Just be sure to activate the instant coupon on the product page to get the full discount. (And Prime members will pay just $49.)
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. It's capable of powering up 6-liter gasoline engines and 3-liter diesel engines. This is also a power bank for charging your phone, tablet and other devices. There's also a built-in 100-lumen LED flashlight with seven light modes, including emergency strobe and SOS.
This portable power station comes equipped with spark-proof clamps that have reverse polarity protection, so you'll stay safe even if you make a mistake. The clamps can transport up to 1,600 amps of starting power instantly. It also has a 120-psi air compressor, an alternator check function, an LED work light and backup power for mobile devices.
Battery Starter Cable Even if you have a portable jump starter, it's always a good idea to keep a pair of regular jumper cables on hand as well. These 4-gauge Energizer cables have a 16-foot reach, and are made of copper-clad aluminum -- which stays flexible even in cold temperatures. They also come with a carrying case to help you keep your car organized. While they're full price at $25, this is a good brand with a high rating and worth picking up -- especially at this price.