Clore Solar BA9
A basic, low-cost 12 V tester from the maker of the Solar shop line, for cars with ordinary batteries.
Amazon $60.92$60.92
The Clore Solar BA9 and the Midtronics PBT300 are evenly matched, rated 2.9 and 2.8. The Clore Solar BA9 leads on price. The Midtronics PBT300 wins on battery coverage. The Clore Solar BA9 costs $318.07 less ($60.92 vs $378.99).
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Midtronics PBT300
A professional-brand tester for buyers who want Midtronics conductance results, at a steep price for a 1,400 CCA range.
Amazon $378.99$378.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Clore Solar BA9 for price ($60.92 vs $378.99).
- Choose the Midtronics PBT300 for battery coverage (up to 1,400 CCA vs up to 1,200 CCA).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every digital testers car battery tester; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Clore Solar BA9 | Midtronics PBT300 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 91 $60.92 | 12 $378.99 |
| Battery coverage 25% | 26 up to 1,200 CCA | 34 up to 1,400 CCA |
| System tests 20% | 50 system tests not published (neutral score used) | 80 tests the starter, charging system |
| Features or load 20% | 0 none of the listed features | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Clore Solar BA9 | Midtronics PBT300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Testing | ||
| Type | Conductance (digital) | Conductance (digital) |
| Battery voltages | 12 V | - |
| System voltages | 12 V | - |
| Rating range | 40-1,200 CCA | 100-1,400 CCA |
| Battery types | Flooded, AGM, spiral, gel | - |
| Starter test | - | Yes |
| Charging system test | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Display | LCD | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |