What are some highly-rated jump starters?

Some top-rated jump starters include the Black and Decker Simple Start and Schumacher e-Charge, according to Consumer Reports. Both chargers performed well on all vehicles they were tested with.

The Black and Decker Simple Start jump starter retails at $40, as of August 2015. It utilizes a rechargeable lead-based battery, so the unit can be used more than once.

The Schumacher e-Charge also uses a rechargeable lead-based battery and retails at $50. The e-Charge and Simple Start are both larger jump starters and will most likely not fit inside the cabin comfortably. However, both system perform well across all platforms, according to Consumer Reports.