Minn Kota MK-230PCL
#1 in 1 and 2 bankFull review
For a two battery boat with large deep cycle or lithium batteries that need a fast overnight charge.
Amazon $285.82$285.82
The Minn Kota MK-230PCL rates 4.1 among 1 and 2 bank onboard marine battery chargers; the Minn Kota MK-318PCL rates 3.4 among 3 and 4 bank ones. The Minn Kota MK-318PCL costs $50.81 less ($235.01 vs $285.82).
Minn Kota MK-318PCL
#10 in 3 and 4 bankFull review
For a smaller bass boat with a starting battery and a 24 V trolling pair that sees light use; heavy daily use calls for 10 A banks.
Amazon $235.01$235.01
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different bank count classes (1 and 2 bank and 3 and 4 bank), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own bank count peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Minn Kota MK-230PCL | Minn Kota MK-318PCL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 89 $9.53 per amp ($285.82, 30 A total) | 70 $13.06 per amp ($235.01, 18 A total) |
| Charge current 15% | 100 30 A total (2 banks of 15 A) | 7 18 A total (3 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-230PCL | Minn Kota MK-318PCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Banks | 2 | 3 |
| Current per bank | 15 A | 6 A |
| Total current | 30 A | 18 A |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Display or app | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 11.2 lb | 8.4 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-07-26 | 2021 |