Battery Tender Junior Multi-Chemistry vs Battery Tender Plus 1.25 A

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Battery Tender Junior Multi-Chemistry is the better battery charger overall, rated 2.8 to 2.6. The Battery Tender Junior Multi-Chemistry leads on features. The Battery Tender Junior Multi-Chemistry costs $16.46 less ($42.49 vs $58.95).

Battery Tender Junior Multi-Chemistry vs Battery Tender Plus 1.25 A

Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 5 A battery charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightBattery Tender Junior Multi-ChemistryBattery Tender Plus 1.25 A
Overall rating2.8/52.6/5
Value 35%17 $42.49 per amp ($42.49, 1 A)12 $47.16 per amp ($58.95, 1.2 A)
Charge current 20%0 1 A6 1.2 A
Features 25%50 lithium mode, temperature compensation25 temperature compensation
Warranty 20%100 5-year warranty100 10-year warranty

Specifications

Battery Tender Junior Multi-ChemistryBattery Tender Plus 1.25 A
Charging
Charge current1 A1.25 A
Voltage12 V12 V
Largest battery30 Ah80 Ah
Lithium modeYesNo
AGM modeNoNo
Temperature compensationYesYes
Repair modeNoNo
Power supply modeNoNo
Build
Weight0.7 lb1.4 lb
Warranty5 years10 years
Released2017-02-06-

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