It's never pleasant to walk outside and realize that your car's battery is dead -- especially if you're in a remote area or can't find someone to give you a jump. Fortunately, with a portable jump starter, being stranded by a dead battery will be a thing of the past.
Unlike traditional jumper cables, portable jump starters come with a built-in battery to give your car a boost without connecting to another power source. Even better? Most jump starters come with a few extra features, including flashlights, phone charging ports, and even air compressors.
When you purchase a portable jump starter, you're really investing in your safety and comfort while you're on the road. Keep reading to learn more about the best portable jump starters to keep in your car, including how much they cost, how much power they produce, and where to buy them.
Here are ZDNet's top picks for the best portable jump starter kits.
Amps: 1000 Capacity: 19 000mAh | Weight: 20lbs
Weighing nearly 20lbs, the STANLEY J5C09 isn't the smallest jump starter on this list -- but it's one of the most powerful. With an impressive 500 starting amps and 1000 peak amps, this