CTEK MXS 5.0
#5 in Up to 5 AFull review
A proven lead acid charger and maintainer for cars and motorcycles that owners leave connected for years. Choose the NXT 5 if you have lithium batteries.
Amazon $99$99
The CTEK MXS 5.0 is the better battery charger overall, rated 3.8 to 3.7. The CTEK MXS 5.0 leads on warranty. The Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 wins on value and features. The Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 costs $52.58 less ($46.42 vs $99).
Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140
#7 in Up to 5 AFull review
A well equipped maintainer for keeping several kinds of stored batteries healthy, with features usually found on dearer units.
Amazon $46.42$46.42
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?
- Choose the CTEK MXS 5.0 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 for value ($11.61 per amp ($46.42, 4 A) vs $23.02 per amp ($99, 4.3 A)) and features (lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode vs temperature compensation, repair mode).
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 weight | CTEK MXS 5.0 | Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 48 $23.02 per amp ($99, 4.3 A) | 82 $11.61 per amp ($46.42, 4 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 82 4.3 A | 75 4 A |
| Features 25% | 50 temperature compensation, repair mode | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| CTEK MXS 5.0 | Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 4.3 A | 4 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 6/12 V |
| Largest battery | 110 Ah | - |
| Lithium mode | No | Yes |
| AGM mode | Yes | No |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Repair mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power supply mode | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Ingress rating | IP65 | - |
| Weight | - | 1.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |