For a boat with a starting battery and a 12 V trolling or house battery, at a useful 10 A a bank and with lithium support.
Amazon $242.57The Minn Kota MK-220PCL is the better onboard marine battery charger overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The Minn Kota MK-220PCL leads on charge current and value. The Minn Kota MK-212PCL costs $70.63 less ($171.94 vs $242.57).
For a small boat with a starting battery and a 12 V trolling battery of modest size, with lithium support on both banks.
Amazon $171.94Prices 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-220PCL for charge current (20 A total (2 banks of 10 A) vs 12 A total (2 banks of 6 A)) and value ($12.13 per amp ($242.57, 20 A total) vs $14.33 per amp ($171.94, 12 A total)).
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-220PCL | Minn Kota MK-212PCL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 74 $12.13 per amp ($242.57, 20 A total) | 64 $14.33 per amp ($171.94, 12 A total) |
| Charge current 15% | 58 20 A total (2 banks of 10 A) | 25 12 A total (2 banks of 6 A) |
| Features 25% | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, charge display or app | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, charge display or app |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Minn Kota MK-220PCL | Minn Kota MK-212PCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Banks | 2 | 2 |
| Current per bank | 10 A | 6 A |
| Total current | 20 A | 12 A |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Display or app | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 6.4 lb | 6.4 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |
