Researched comparisonLast updated October 2026 · How we review
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Quick Answer
We would start with the Clore Jump-N-Carry JNC660 if you want a jump box: at $126.02 it lists the highest peak amps of the boxes at 1,700, plus a voltmeter and 46 inch #2 AWG cables. The Stanley J5C09D ($88.39) lists 1,200 peak amps, a 120 PSI air compressor and three USB ports. The DeWalt DXAEJ14 ($169.00) costs the most of the boxes and lists 1,600 peak amps, a 120 PSI air inflator and USB charging ports. The GOOLOO GP4000 ($79.99) is the lowest price here and a different type: a lithium pack listed at 4,000 peak amps that weighs 1.8 lb, per GOOLOO’s manual.
- Clore Jump-N-Carry JNC660: best for buyers who want a voltmeter, 46 in #2 AWG cables and a 12V outlet.
- DeWalt DXAEJ14: best for buyers who want a built-in 120 PSI air inflator plus USB-C 25W and USB-A 15W ports.
- Stanley J5C09D: best for buyers who want a 120 PSI air compressor and three 3.1A USB ports in a jump box.
- GOOLOO GP4000: best for buyers who want a 1.8 lb lithium pack listed at 4,000 peak amps.
Prices as of October 12, 2026, 6:26 pm CT.
We like a jump starter for the classic case of a dead battery in a cold garage. Here we compare three plug-in jump boxes with a built-in battery, from Clore, DeWalt, and Stanley, plus one lithium pack from GOOLOO. The boxes are the larger, heavier style listed from 1,200 to 1,700 peak amps, and the GOOLOO is a small lithium pack listed at 4,000 peak amps. We compare them on price, peak amps, weight, extras, and warranty.
How We Chose
We picked three well known brands that each sell a jump box with an internal battery, listed from 1,200 to 1,700 peak amps, and added one lithium pack from GOOLOO, which is a different type. GOOLOO’s manual lists a 74Wh lithium battery and an 820 g (1.8 lb) weight, and its page lists 4,000 peak amps, so we do not read the GOOLOO’s peak amps or weight as a like-for-like comparison with the boxes. Peak amps is a manufacturer figure and is not the same as cranking amps, so only the Clore product page (425 cranking amps) and the Stanley manual (500A instantaneous) give a figure beyond peak amps in the fields we checked. We took the DeWalt specs from the DEWALT 12V site run by its licensee, Baccus Global, because dewalt.com has no page for the DXAEJ14. That site does not publish a weight, so the table says so, and DeWalt’s warranty page does not name this model, so that cell points to it. We took the Stanley specs from the Stanley12Volt site, run by its licensee Baccus Global, and from the J5C09D manual, which also gives the warranty; neither publishes a weight. We took the GOOLOO specs from its product page and its GP4000 user manual, and its warranty line points to GOOLOO’s warranty page. We take warranty terms from the manufacturer’s own website where it names the model or product line, and we say so where it gives no length. All four are available on Amazon. Prices are Amazon prices checked in October 2026 and can change.
The Lineup
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Clore Automotive Jump-N-Carry JNC660 1700 Peak Amp Jump Starter
$126.02 as of Oct 12, 2026, 6:26 pm CT on Amazon
Best for: buyers who want a voltmeter, 46 in #2 AWG cables and a 12V outlet.
We like the Clore Jump-N-Carry for its heavy duty cables and its voltmeter. Clore Automotive is a well known name in automotive shop equipment, and Jump-N-Carry is its jump starter line. Clore’s page for the JNC660 lists 1,700 peak amps (425 cranking amps), a Clore PROFORMER battery designed for vehicle jump starting, 46 inch #2 AWG welding cable leads, and a voltmeter that shows the charge status of the onboard battery. The listed weight is 18 pounds, and the Clore product page confirms the weight, the 1,700 peak amps, the 46 inch cables and the voltmeter. Clore’s page for the JNC660 lists a 1 year limited warranty. It is available on Amazon.
Warranty: 1 year limited
Check Price on Amazon →DeWalt DXAEJ14 1600 Peak Amp Jump Starter with 120 PSI Air Inflator
$169.00 as of Oct 12, 2026, 6:26 pm CT on Amazon · air inflator
Best for: buyers who want a built-in 120 PSI air inflator plus USB-C 25W and USB-A 15W ports.
We would pick the DeWalt if you want the built-in air inflator and USB ports in one unit, even though it costs the most of the boxes. DeWalt is a leading professional tool brand. The DEWALT 12V product page lists 1,600 peak amps, a 120 PSI digital air compressor with AUTOSTOP, a 25W USB-C port and a 15W USB-A port, and reverse polarity protection to assure that jumper cables are connected correctly. The DEWALT 12V site publishes no weight. DeWalt’s warranty page does not name this model, so see the DeWalt Warranty page for details. It is available on Amazon.
Warranty: See DeWalt Warranty page for details.
Check Price on Amazon →Stanley J5C09D 1200 Peak Amp Jump Starter with 120 PSI Inflator
$88.39 as of Oct 12, 2026, 6:26 pm CT on Amazon · lowest price of the boxes, air compressor
Best for: buyers who want a 120 PSI air compressor and three 3.1A USB ports in a jump box.
We would pick the Stanley if you want a jump box with a built-in air compressor at the lowest price of the boxes. Stanley is a well known tool brand, and its manual says the Stanley name is used under license by Baccus Global. Stanley12Volt’s page lists 1,200 peak amps, a 120 PSI digital air compressor with auto stop, three 3.1A (15W) USB ports, an LED work light, reverse polarity protection, and compatibility with wet, gel and AGM 12V lead-acid vehicle batteries. The J5C09D manual lists a sealed lead acid internal battery and 500A instantaneous boost. The page and manual publish no weight. The manual lists a one year home use warranty that does not cover accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries. It is available on Amazon.
Warranty: 1 year home use
Check Price on Amazon →GOOLOO GP4000 4000A Lithium Jump Starter
$79.99 as of Oct 12, 2026, 6:26 pm CT on Amazon · lowest price, lithium pack
Best for: buyers who want a 1.8 lb lithium pack listed at 4,000 peak amps.
We would pick the GOOLOO if you would rather carry a small pack than a box. GOOLOO is a jump starter brand with its own US site. GOOLOO’s page lists 4,000 peak amps, gas and diesel engines up to 10.0L, more than 60 jump starts per charge, dual USB ports with USB-C, an LED flashlight, and a working range from -4°F to 140°F. Its manual lists a 74Wh lithium battery and an 820 g (1.8 lb) weight for the unit. Because it is a lithium pack, its peak amps and weight are not a like-for-like comparison with the boxes. GOOLOO’s product page lists up to 30 months of warranty, its policy page gives the period as 18+6+6 months, and the GP4000 manual lists 18 months, so see the GOOLOO Warranty page for the terms. It is available on Amazon.
Warranty: Up to 30 months. See GOOLOO Warranty page for details.
Check Price on Amazon →Our Take
We would start with the Clore Jump-N-Carry JNC660 if you want a jump box: it lists the highest peak amps of the boxes at 1,700, for $126.02, with a voltmeter and 46 inch cables. The DeWalt is worth a look if you want a built-in air inflator and USB-C and USB-A ports, and the Stanley lists a 120 PSI air compressor and three USB ports at a lower price with 1,200 peak amps. If you would rather carry a pack than a box, we like the GOOLOO GP4000: it is the lowest price here, lists 4,000 peak amps and weighs 1.8 lb, though as a lithium pack its peak amps are not directly comparable with the boxes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size jump starter do I need?
We would match the amps to your engine. Larger gas engines and diesels need more power, so check the engine sizes each manufacturer names for its model. Peak amps is a manufacturer figure, so we would also check the engine size the manufacturer names.
How often should I recharge a jump box?
We would top them off every few months and after each use, following the manual, because jump boxes with an internal battery lose charge over time. A box that is kept charged is the one that works when you need it.
What is the difference between a jump box and a pocket jump starter?
We like jump boxes for repeated use and for a built-in air compressor or inflator, since they are heavier and plug in to recharge. A lithium pack like the GOOLOO GP4000 is lighter and easier to store: GOOLOO’s manual lists 820 g (1.8 lb) and a 74Wh lithium battery, and its page lists 4,000 peak amps. Peak amps is a manufacturer figure, so we do not compare it directly across the two types.
Is it safe to use a jump starter?
We would read the manual first and connect the clamps to the right terminals. GOOLOO’s page lists 10 layers of protection with spark-proof clamps and Clore’s page lists a voltmeter, but we did not compare safety features in detail, so check each manufacturer’s page.
Which of these jump starters has a built-in air compressor?
The Stanley J5C09D page lists a 120 PSI digital air compressor with auto stop, and the DeWalt DXAEJ14 lists a 120 PSI digital air inflator. We did not find an air compressor or inflator listed for the Clore or GOOLOO in the fields we checked.
