Minn Kota MK-110PCL
#7 in 1 and 2 bankFull review
A lithium ready single bank charger for one 12 V trolling motor or house battery on a small boat, with enough current for an overnight refill.
Amazon $125.33$125.33
The Minn Kota MK-110PCL and the NOCO Genius GEN5X1 are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Minn Kota MK-110PCL leads on value and charge current. The NOCO Genius GEN5X1 wins on features. The NOCO Genius GEN5X1 costs $45.38 less ($79.95 vs $125.33).
NOCO Genius GEN5X1
#8 in 1 and 2 bankFull review
A cheap way to keep a single starting or trolling battery topped up aboard a small boat. Buy a bigger charger for a deep cycle bank you drain every trip.
Amazon $79.95$79.95
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Minn Kota MK-110PCL for value ($12.53 per amp ($125.33, 10 A total) vs $15.99 per amp ($79.95, 5 A total)) and charge current (10 A total (1 banks of 10 A) vs 5 A total (1 banks of 5 A)).
- Choose the NOCO Genius GEN5X1 for features (lithium mode, IP67 or better, temperature compensation, charge display or app vs lithium mode, temperature compensation, charge display or app).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1 and 2 bank onboard marine battery charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Minn Kota MK-110PCL | NOCO Genius GEN5X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 72 $12.53 per amp ($125.33, 10 A total) | 57 $15.99 per amp ($79.95, 5 A total) |
| Charge current 15% | 17 10 A total (1 banks of 10 A) | 0 5 A total (1 banks of 5 A) |
| Features 25% | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, charge display or app | 100 lithium mode, IP67 or better, temperature compensation, charge display or app |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Minn Kota MK-110PCL | NOCO Genius GEN5X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Banks | 1 | 1 |
| Current per bank | 10 A | 5 A |
| Total current | 10 A | 5 A |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Water rating | - | IP68 |
| Display or app | Yes | Yes |
| Ignition protected | - | Yes |
| Weight | 4 lb | 1.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2021 | 2020-08-17 |