NOCO GENIUS5
#2 in Up to 5 AFull review
The all rounder for most garages: fast enough to recover a flat car battery overnight and gentle enough to maintain a motorcycle all winter.
Amazon $69.95$69.95
4.4/5
A premium maintainer for RV, boat and classic car owners who want app monitoring and lithium support with a long warranty.
- 5 ACharge current
- 12 VVoltage
- YesLithium mode
- 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at NAZ Solar Electric$102.85
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Pros
- Bluetooth app shows voltage and current and lets you change settings from your phone
- Covers lead acid and LiFePO4 with temperature compensation and a reconditioning stage
- Fanless, waterproof and backed by a 5 year warranty
Cons
- Costs several times more per amp than basic maintainers
- 12 V only, so no 6 V classic car batteries
- Sold mostly through RV and solar dealers rather than auto parts stores
The Victron Blue Smart IP65 family
Every Victron Blue Smart IP65 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own current.
| Model | Charge current | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/5 (this one) | 5 A | 4.4/5 | $102.85 |
| Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 | 10 A | 3.6/5 | $152.15 |
| Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 | 15 A | 3.9/5 | $175.95 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its current. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BPC120531104R |
|---|---|
| Charging | |
| Charge current | 5 A |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Lithium mode | Yes |
| AGM mode | No |
| Temperature compensation | Yes |
| Repair mode | Yes |
| Power supply mode | Yes |
| Build | |
| Ingress rating | IP65 |
| Weight | 2 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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#3 in Up to 5 AFull review
A tough, weatherproof maintainer for anyone keeping lead acid or lithium batteries topped up outdoors or in a damp garage.
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CTEK NXT 5
#4 in Up to 5 AFull review
A premium 4 A class charger and maintainer for owners who want lithium support and CTEK’s five year warranty in one compact unit.
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