
Best selling Car battery chargers from Ctek
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1. Ctek MXS 5.0 (CH version)
Automatic charging and maintenance of car and motorcycle batteries with reconditioning mode. The MXS 5.0 is a highly advanced microprocessor-controlled battery charger that delivers unmatched performance when charging lead-acid batteries between 1.2 and 110 Ah. It features integrated automatic temperature compensation to achieve optimal charging performance even under the most extreme conditions. Additionally, the MXS 5.0 includes a battery diagnosis that determines whether the battery can accept and hold a charge, a patented automatic desulfation program, an AGM option to maximize the lifespan of most start/stop batteries, and a special recond mode for reconditioning deeply discharged batteries. The MXS 5.0 utilizes CTEK's patented Float/Pulse system, which is the most efficient maintenance charging mode when a battery remains connected to the charger for an extended period. Features: Charging of batteries up to 110 Ah.
Pro
- Small, easy to stow away
- Simple operation (1 button)
- Small, handy
Contra
- Schuko plug (2-pin) with 3-pin fixed adapter
- A little expensive, but I think it's worth it.
- User manual only in English etc. Not German

2. Ctek Mxs 10.0
Test winner of the charger comparison test by Autobild (issue 43/2010). Ctek battery charger suitable for all types of 12V lead-acid batteries (flooded, maintenance-free, AGM, calcium/calcium, and gel batteries). The MXS 10.0 is the perfect 12V universal charger. It is ideally suited for charging larger batteries for caravans, motorhomes, boats, and vehicles. These types of vehicles often require charging functions that can solve a variety of battery issues.
The MXS 10.0 offers a range of features, such as a battery diagnosis that indicates whether the battery can accept and hold a charge, a special reconditioning function that restores deeply discharged batteries with acid stratification, a unique maintenance charging function, a mode for optimized charging on cold winter days, as well as the ability to charge demanding AGM batteries (i.e., Optima). Additionally, it has a power supply function that allows the battery to be disconnected from the vehicle without losing important configurations.
The MXS 10.0 is a fully automatic 8-stage charger with a charging current of 10A for 12V batteries ranging from 20 to 300 Ah. The charger has an IP65 protection rating (protected against dust and splashing water), is designed to protect vehicle electronic systems, is spark-proof, and is reverse polarity and short-circuit protected.
Details: Desulfation, perfect charging and maintenance charging, unique regeneration of deeply discharged batteries.
Pro
- Super simple operation
- Small and handy
- Easy to operate
Contra
- Cable slightly too short on the socket side
- Secondary cable a little short
- Slightly more expensive

3. Ctek Lithium XS
Charger for 12-volt batteries, suitable for lithium iron phosphate batteries. It features convenient status LEDs and an eight-stage fully automatic charging cycle. The application is simple: plug in and charge. With an IP65 insulation class, it is splash-proof and dust-proof and comes with a Schuko plug.
The Lithium XS is a charger specifically designed for charging and balancing the cells of lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4). With a charging current of up to 5 A, the Lithium XS is very flexible and charges LiFePO4 batteries from 5 Ah to 60 Ah. It offers maintenance charging for batteries up to 120 Ah.
The charging process is fully automatic in an eight-stage cycle that maximizes the battery's lifespan and performance while being extremely user-friendly.
The eight-stage charging cycle includes the following steps:
1. Accept: Checks if the battery can accept a charge to prevent charging a defective battery.
2. Bulk: The battery is charged with maximum current until approximately 90% of the capacity is reached.
3. Absorption: Charging with decreasing current up to 95% of the battery capacity.
4. Analysis: Checks if the battery can hold a charge. Batteries that cannot hold their charge may need to be replaced.
5. Completion: Final charging at reduced current up to about 98% of the battery capacity.
6. Maximization: Final charging at maximum voltage up to 100% of the battery capacity.
7. Float: The battery voltage is maintained at its maximum value by charging with constant voltage.
8. Maintenance charge: The battery capacity is kept at 95 to 100%.
The charger monitors the battery voltage and, when necessary, provides a charging pulse to keep the battery fully charged.
Pro
- Easy to operate
- Plug&Play, very simple operation
- Easy handling
Contra
- Supplied with German plug.
- does not work
- German plug...

4. Ctek PRO25S
An advanced technology ensures that each battery is charged safely and quickly according to its individual needs. The special reconditioning program of the PRO25S for lead-acid batteries restores discharged batteries and refurbishes exhausted ones. The Supply mode supports the battery during diagnostic work and troubleshooting. The device features low ripple in voltage and current, making it safe for sensitive vehicle electronics. It operates fully automatically, is easy to use and connect, and is spark-proof and reverse-polarity protected to safeguard both the user and the battery from damage. The design of the PRO25S emphasizes ease of handling in workshops and salons. While it is lightweight and portable, its robust and shock-resistant housing allows the device to withstand the toughest operating conditions.
Pro
- Battery revitalisation function
- Easy to use and very reliable
- Clean processing
Contra
- No adapter plug
- None recognisable
- The price is too high

5. Ctek CT5 POWERSPORT 12V Lithium
Fully automatic charging for motorcycles, scooters, and similar vehicles.
To ensure your powersport vehicle delivers maximum performance, it must be in the best possible condition. Powersport vehicles are often not used for extended periods. The CT5 Powersport ensures that your powersport vehicle is always ready for action by providing maintenance charging to its battery. The CT5 Powersport is specifically designed for charging and maintaining powersport batteries and offers three fully automatic charging and maintenance programs thanks to advanced technology.
Normal: Suitable for all types of lead-acid batteries, including AGM.
Lithium: For lithium batteries and refurbishment.
If needed, it can be connected directly and indefinitely to the battery, ensuring that the battery is neither overcharged nor undercharged. The charger is easy to use and supports all types of powersport batteries with an operating voltage of 12 V, including 12V lithium batteries (LiFePO4, Li-Fe, Li-iron, LFP).
Pro
- Small, inexpensive, powerful
- Simple operation
- Very good quality
Contra
- Almost unusable
- Power cable a little short
- only for smaller batteries

6. Ctek Charger
The MXS 3.8 is a highly advanced, microprocessor-controlled battery charger with patented float/pulse maintenance charging for batteries ranging from 1.2 Ah to 85 Ah. It addresses a range of battery issues and is an ideal charger for everyday use. The features of the MXS 3.8 include a battery condition diagnosis to determine if the device can receive and hold a charge, a patented automatic desulfation program, and a special "snowflake" mode for optimal charging on cold winter days. The patented float/pulse maintenance charging makes the MXS 3.8 perfect for long-term maintenance. The entire process of battery testing, charging, and maintenance can be easily tracked on the clear LED display. The MXS 3.8 is a fully automatic 12 V charger based on the "plug and forget" principle with 7 charging stages; it offers selectable programs with 0.8 A and 3.8 A. The 3.8 A program features a "snowflake" mode. It has a wide charging range for all lead-acid battery types from 1.2 Ah to 80 Ah, with additional maintenance charging capacity up to 130 Ah. It is splash-proof and dust-proof (IP65). The MXS 3.8 is safe and easy to use, spark-free, reverse polarity protected, and short-circuit proof, safeguarding the vehicle's electronics. It comes with a 5-year warranty.
Pro
- Simple operation
- Practical to use.
- Reliable with start and stop
Contra
- Euro plug, who cares
- I am still searching ;-)
- nothing noticed

7. Ctek CT5 Time To Go
The Time To Go provides you with exactly the information you need while charging your vehicle. When the TRY LED lights up, you can start your car. Want to know how long it will take until the battery is fully charged? Time To Go tells you. 8, 4, 2, or 1 hour, after which the device switches to maintenance charging to maintain the battery's voltage. Life is great – and even more so when you can freely manage your time. When you think of the freedom and joy that driving a vehicle offers, you probably don't first think about charging the battery. In fact, charging the battery is the simplest and most time-saving way to maintain your vehicle. With the unique CTEK feature Time To Go, you can monitor the charging process and better plan your time, as the remaining charging duration is accurately predicted. Based on Swedish technology, the CT5 Time To Go provides maximum battery performance for all 12V vehicle batteries. You can ensure that your battery is always in perfect condition – even in winter, and you can even repair a deeply discharged battery that hasn't been charged for too long. The CT5 Time To Go is easy to use and operates fully automatically – the electronics analyze the condition of the battery and then select the optimal charging or maintenance mode by themselves. The CT5 Time To Go is currently the only charger on the market that shows you the remaining charging time for the battery. The individual charging phases and the remaining charging time until the battery is fully charged are displayed via a series of LEDs. There is also an LED that indicates when a safe attempt to start your vehicle is possible, i.e., when the battery is ready for driving. For your peace of mind: it is absolutely safe to use the CT5 Time To Go continuously.
Pro
- Works perfectly
- Easy to operate
- Very compact
Contra
- Schuko plug
- None known

8. Ctek CS ONE (Gen 2)
The CTEK CS ONE (Gen 2) is a state-of-the-art 12V battery charger designed specifically for vehicle owners looking for a reliable and user-friendly battery maintenance solution. With a maximum charging capacity of 8 amps, this device offers an efficient and effective way to charge and maintain car batteries. The innovative APTO technology allows the charging process to automatically adapt to the specific needs of the battery, ensuring optimum performance. Connectivity via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth allows users to access advanced functions and conveniently control battery maintenance via the CTEK app. Ease of use is further enhanced by the polarity-free terminals and automatic detection of battery type and condition. The CS ONE (Gen 2) is therefore the ideal choice for anyone who values quality and efficiency.
- APTO technology for automatic, on-demand charging
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for advanced functions via the CTEK app
- Detection of battery type and condition for customised charging programmes
- Includes reverse polarity protection for added safety.

9. Ctek CS One battery charger
The APTO™ technology automatically detects the battery type and then activates the appropriate charging program, displaying the remaining charging time until readiness. No buttons, no modes – simply connect the CS ONE to any 12V battery and start charging. The polarity-free clamps eliminate the need to think about which clamp goes where. No more incorrect connections. The clamps are also spark-proof. If they accidentally touch each other, nothing happens. Additional functions can be unlocked via the CTEK app using Bluetooth®. Select RECOND to restore and recondition the battery. Choose WAKE UP for lithium-ion batteries with under-voltage protection or to revive deeply discharged lead-acid batteries. Select SUPPLY to turn the CS ONE into a convenient 12V power source. You can also monitor the voltage and current supplied by the charger.
Pro
- Various charging programmes
- Very good quality
- App control
Contra
- App can only be connected during the start of the CS One
- Cannot wake up a deeply discharged lithium battery
- Cable slightly too long

10. Ctek NXT 5
The CTEK NXT 5 is a state-of-the-art 12V battery charger known for its user-friendliness and reliability. With a charging capacity of 5A, it is ideal for various battery types, including lead-acid, AGM, and lithium (LiFePO4). The device automatically detects the battery type and adjusts the charging parameters accordingly to ensure optimal performance. Thanks to its robust design, the NXT 5 is suitable for both outdoor use and extreme weather conditions. It features automatic temperature compensation, ensuring that the charging performance remains consistent in heat or cold. Additionally, the charger includes innovative features such as a reconditioning mode for deeply discharged batteries and a desulfation program that extends battery life. With the CTEK NXT 5, vehicle owners can ensure that their batteries are always ready to start and provide reliable performance.
- Automatic detection of battery type for optimal charging performance
- Temperature compensation for reliable charging in extreme conditions
- Reconditioning mode to restore deeply discharged batteries
- Desulfation program to extend battery lifespan.
