NOCO GENIUS5
#2 in Up to 5 AFull review
The all rounder for most garages: fast enough to recover a flat car battery overnight and gentle enough to maintain a motorcycle all winter.
Amazon $69.95$69.95
The NOCO GENIUS5 is the better battery charger overall, rated 4.1 to 4.0. The NOCO GENIUS5 leads on features. The Schumacher Rugged SC1682 costs $9.96 less ($59.99 vs $69.95).
Schumacher Rugged SC1682
#3 in Up to 5 AFull review
A tough, weatherproof maintainer for anyone keeping lead acid or lithium batteries topped up outdoors or in a damp garage.
Amazon $59.99$59.99
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 NOCO GENIUS5 for features (lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode vs lithium mode, repair mode).
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 | NOCO GENIUS5 | Schumacher Rugged SC1682 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 72 $13.99 per amp ($69.95, 5 A) | 80 $12 per amp ($59.99, 5 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 100 5 A | 100 5 A |
| Features 25% | 75 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode | 50 lithium mode, repair mode |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| NOCO GENIUS5 | Schumacher Rugged SC1682 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 5 A | 5 A |
| Voltage | 6/12 V | 6/12 V |
| Largest battery | 120 Ah | - |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | Yes | No |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | No |
| Repair mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power supply mode | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Ingress rating | IP65 | IP66 |
| Weight | 1.5 lb | 0.7 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2019-11-08 | 2025-12 |