Best portable jump starters for 2021 | Never get stuck with a dead car battery again

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At some point in your driving life, you'll most likely deal with a dead battery. More often than not, it'll happen at the worst possible moment. Luckily, this isn't as big a deal as it used to be thanks to portable car jump starters (and how-to videos), but with so many out there on the market, we decided to compile a list of some of the "best." Of course, everyone has their own idea of what the "best" portable jump starter is, so this list is based on user ratings and reviews from all across the web. We've selected jump starters from a variety of categories and price points to meet a variety of needs.

Clore Automotive Jump-N-Carry JNC660 - $144.49 at Amazon

The Clore Automotive Jump-N-Carry starts all passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles. It holds up to 40 jumps per charge and features 1,700 Peak Amps and 425 Cranking Amps of power with a 22Ah Clore PROFORMER Battery. The AWG cables attached are 46-inches long and the jump starter even features a built-in DC outlet to power 12 volt accessories.

STANLEY J5C09 JUMPiT Portable Power Station Jump Starter - From $238.99 at Amazon

This Stanley J5C09 JUMPiT delivers 1,000 peak amps and 500 instant starting amps. As a safety precaution, it includes a reverse polarity alarm to let you know when there’s an improper connection, so you won’t have to worry quite as much about user error. This starter also features a built-in 120 PSI air compressor for inflating tires, a built-in LED light with 270° rotation in case you need a jump at night, and a built-in 12V DC outlet and USB port. Keep in mind, however, that this jump starter requires but does not include a standard household extension cord for charging.

AVAPOW 1500A Peak 12800mAh Car Jump Starter - $59.99 at Amazon