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
The Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 is the better battery charger overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 leads on features, charge current and value. The Schumacher SP1297 costs $2.10 less ($44.32 vs $46.42).
Schumacher SP1297
#10 in Up to 5 AFull review
A budget 12 V maintainer for owners with a mix of lead acid and lithium batteries. It suits storage duty more than fast recharging.
Amazon $44.32$44.32
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 Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 for features (lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode vs lithium mode, repair mode), charge current (4 A vs 3 A) and value ($11.61 per amp ($46.42, 4 A) vs $14.77 per amp ($44.32, 3 A)).
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 | Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 | Schumacher SP1297 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 82 $11.61 per amp ($46.42, 4 A) | 70 $14.77 per amp ($44.32, 3 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 75 4 A | 50 3 A |
| Features 25% | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode | 50 lithium mode, repair mode |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Clore PRO-LOGIX PL2140 | Schumacher SP1297 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 4 A | 3 A |
| Voltage | 6/12 V | 12 V |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | No | No |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | No |
| Repair mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power supply mode | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 1.9 lb | 1.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2017-08 |