AstroAI S8

Last updated: October 22, 2026

AstroAI S8
4.0/5#1 of 5 in cars and suvs jump starters
4.0

A tiny, cheap starter for four- and six-cylinder cars. Fine as a glovebox backup, but not for trucks or V8s.

  • 6 L gas, 3 L dieselEngines
  • 29.6 WhBattery
  • YesOverride
  • 0.9 lbWeight
  • 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$42.19

Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Under 1 lb, small enough for a glovebox
  • Boost mode jumps a fully flat battery
  • Two-year warranty
  • Works down to -4 °F
Cons
  • Rated only for gas engines up to 6 L
  • Small battery; slow 10 W USB-C recharge
  • Only one USB-A port for phones

How it scores

The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its engine size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberS8
Starting
Rated engines6 L gas, 3 L diesel
Peak amps (maker)1,500 A
Voltage12 V
Manual overrideYes
Lowest operating temperature-4 °F
Battery and charging
ChemistryLithium-ion
Capacity29.6 Wh
USB-C input10 W
USB outputsUSB-A 5 V/2.1 A
Build
FlashlightYes
Air compressorNo
Dimensions7.9 x 4.5 x 3.7 in
Weight0.9 lb
Warranty2 years

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