Car Battery Geek
THE CAR BATTERY EXPERTS
At Car Battery Geek, we specialise solely on car batteries and their accessories, like battery chargers and jump starters. We bring you the best car battery tips and advice on the internet.
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Car Battery Accessories
Battery Chargers
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
Here are The Best Car Battery Chargers UK. The UK’s battery experts’ comprehensive, up-to-date review (not rehashed from last year!).
NOCO Genius 5 UK Review
A NOCO Genius 5 UK review – at Car Battery Geek we provide genuinely expert analysis of this car battery charger. The real deal?
NOCO Genius 5 UK vs. CTEK MXS5.0
The 2 behemoths of the car battery charger world: NOCO Genius 5 UK vs. CTEK MXS5.0, which is the best? We go all in for this comparison!
NOCO Genius 10 UK Review
The only NOCO Genius 10 UK Review you’ll ever need. We cover it all in this independent, expert review. Is it the Big Daddy or the big flop?
CTEK MXS 10 Battery Charger Review (10 Amp)
A truly expert, independent CTEK MXS 10 battery charger review. CTEK are a big name but is their 10 Amp charger up to scratch?
CTEK Lithium XS Battery Charger: UK Review
Here’s our CTEK Lithium XS Battery Charger review, UK. Is this the charger it’s cracked up to be? We tell all.
CTEK MXS 5.0 Review
A CTEK MXS 5.0 Review is next for our expert eye. It’s a fully automatic battery charger, but how good? We’ll tell you if it’s right for you.
Calcium Battery Charger (Silver Calcium Charging Tips)
The ultimate guide to the Calcium Battery Charger. Here’s all you need know to charge and care for silver calcium, lead calcium batteries.
Which CTEK Charger Do I Need?
The full, expert, complete answer to: Which CTEK Charger Do I Need? We’ll show you which one, according your vehicle and charging needs.
Best AGM Battery Charger UK
Reviewing the Best AGM Battery Chargers UK. Here’s all you need to know about charging AGM batteries, and which ones you should choose.
CTEK CS FREE Review
The CTEK CS Free – the first combined charger and ‘jump’ starter. Is it any good at either? Or both? The car battery experts do a deep dive.
CTEK MXS 7.0 Review
A CTEK MXS 7.0 review is next up for the renowned Car Battery Geek treatment. What’s good, what’s not good and overall, who should get it and where?
NOCO Genius Pro 50 Review
Here’s our NOCO Genius Pro 50 Review. It’s a professional battery charger for 12V and 24V. Is it worth the money? What did we like and dislike?
Jump Starters (12V)
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
NOCO GB70 Review
This NOCO GB70 review comes from the critical eye of the Car Battery Geek analysts. Find out if this 2000A jump starter is up to scratch.
NOCO GB40 Review (Boost Plus, 1000 Amp)
An in-depth NOCO GB40 review, telling you everything you need to know. It’s the UK top seller but is it the best jump starter on the market?
NOCO GB50 Review (Boost XL 1500 Amp)
This NOCO GB50 Review tells all you need to know. The Good, the Bad, the Ugly on the GB50 Boost XL (1500 Amp). And where’s best to get it.
Topdon JS1200 Review (Jump Surge)
Check out the experts opinion in this Topdon JS1200 review. See how it stacks up against the competition, and if our tests had good or bad results?
Topdon JS3000 Review (Jump Surge)
Welcome to the net’s definitive Topdon JS3000 Review. Here are the Pros and Cons from out testing. Can they really compete with the big boys?
NOCO GBX155 Review UK
In this NOCO GBX155 Review, we’ll be checking whether the power actually meets its billing, and if it matches the features offered by others.
Best Diesel Jump Starter UK
Reviewing and rating the Best Diesel Jump Starters in the UK. Check out the top models for power, 12V/24V and the best on a budget.
Flylinktech Jump Starter Review
Welcome to the Car Battery Geek, here is our Flylinktech Jump Starter Review. What were the pros and cons of this 2500A jump pack.
Battery Testers (12V)
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
Here’s the Best Car Battery Tester for the UK in 2026. We are the car battery experts and give you all the info you need to decide.
Topdon Battery Tester: Ultimate Guide (BT100, BT200, BT300P, AB101)
The ultimate guide to the Topdon battery tester. They’re certainly growing in this market, but are they any good? Well let’s see…
12V Battery Monitors
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
Checking out the best car battery monitors in the UK. That’s what we did. Here are the pros & cons of each model and how to choose.
BM6 Battery Monitor Review
Check out our BM6 Battery Monitor review for all the pros and con; and the downlow on whether you need this12V battery monitor or not.
BM2 Battery Monitor Review
Here’s why we’ve revisited and re-evaluated our thoughts in this BM2 Battery Monitor Review. A new angle became apparent.
Diagnostic Scanners
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
We bring the lowdown on the Topdon ArtiDiag 800BT. Including all you need to know about it, is it any good? And where’s the best price?
Battery Reconditioning
Battery Reconditioning – Knowledge Base
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
The internet’s greatest resource on Battery Reconditioning. All about sulfation and how conditioner, chargers and desulfators remove it. How well or otherwise can you recondition your battery?
Do Battery Conditioners Work?
Do battery conditioners work? We explain clearly with evidence, including from major companies, why battery conditioners/desulfators do work.
Battery Desulfation Methods
Welcome to the best Battery Desulfation Methods – these are the ways to save your battery from early death by sulfation!
CTEK Recond Mode: Ultimate Guide (Recondition Car Batteries)
The Ultimate Guide to CTEK Recond Mode. How it works to recondition batteries, and when to use it. Does it really revive dead batteries?
F16 Pulse King Review
Simply the fullest, most comprehensive F16 Pulse King review on the web. We’ll tell you IF it works, and how well it works and much more.
Best Battery Desulfator UK (That Actually Work!)
A full and complete review of the best battery desulfator UK. Here are the ones that actually work. How well, though?? And do you need one?
Digital Battery Analyzer 12V & F16 Pulse King Bundle Review
Check out a review of the F16 Pulse King and Digital Battery Analyzer Bundle. Does it live up to the billing of the “Ultimate Battery Health Solution”?
Car Batteries
Knowledge Base
Car Battery Replacement Cost UK 2026
How much is a car battery replacement cost in the UK? That’s what the car battery experts answer. And how to decide which one you need!
Is My Car Battery Dead?
Question: Is my car battery dead? Answer: Maybe but probably not, actually. Here’s why and exactly what you can do about it.
What Type of Car Battery Do I Need?
If you’re asking “What type of car battery do I need?”, then wonder no longer! We’ve got you – here’s how to find the right size, power and type.
How Long Do Car Batteries Last UK
We give the ultimate answer to ‘How Long Do Car Batteries Last UK’, deep-diving on what factors affect how long a battery will last.
What Does Ah Mean On A Car Battery (How Many Amp Hours)?
Don’t worry, the car battery specialists are here to give you a super simple answer to the question ‘What does Ah mean on a car battery?’.
What Does CCA On A Battery Mean?
Here’s the definitive answer to what does CCA on a battery mean. We tell you the technical definition, and what CCA battery do you need.
What Amp Car Battery Charger Do I Need?
The most complete answer to: “What Amp car battery charger do I need?”. Here’s how to choose the right charging Amperage for your battery.
How To Know If Your Car Battery Needs To Be Replaced?
We dive so deep into “How to know if your car battery needs to be replaced?” Here’s how to find out if your battery is dead and what action to take!
Car Battery Voltage Chart UK
The definitive Car Battery Voltage Chart (12V), for vehicles in the UK. Most importantly, here’s the simplest, clearest way to interpret these voltages.
What Car Battery Do I Need?
Finally, a proper guide to answer: what car battery do I need? The UK’s experts provide the ultimate buying for car batteries in 2026.
How Long Does A Car Battery Last Without Driving?
Full and frank answer to: How long does a car battery last without driving? Here’s how to estimate the time what action to take to prevent it dying.
Does A Car Battery Charge While Idling?
You asked, we answered. Does A Car Battery Charge While Idling? Here’s the only answer you’ll ever need, settle in and enjoy!
Car Batteries Glasgow (Where Are The Cheapest Prices & Fitting?)
The Ultimate Guide to Car Batteries Glasgow. Here’s where to find the cheapest prices, best fitting service and more.
Car Battery Disposal (How To Dispose & Recycle?)
Here’s Car Battery Disposal – everything you need to know. In particular, how to dispose of 12V vehicle batteries and how to recycle them.
Should You Switch Your Lead-acid Car Battery to a Lithium Battery?
Yes, you should switch your car battery from lead-acid to a lithium battery.
It’s simply a far, far better technology. But you may not be able to.
Reviews & Recommendations
Best Car Battery Brand UK 2026
We explore the best car battery brand UK for 2026. The experts’ opinion on which battery brands you can trust, for each price range.
Lion Battery Review (Are They Any Good?)
Here’s the definitive Lion Battery Review. Answering the questions, are they actually any good? Here’s the pros and cons from our testing.
Lion 027 Car Battery
Here’s the Lion 027 car battery. Everything you need to know, where to get the best price for it, and how to know if it’s right for you.
Best 096 Car Battery
Here’s our expert review and rating of the Best 096 Car Battery. Plus the top models for EFB and AGM battery types as well, for this size.
Ford Fiesta Battery Size (And Best Type?)
All you need to know about Ford Fiesta battery sizes. That is, the dimensions, and the best way to check it for your car. And the best battery type?
Best 063 Car Battery (& Its Dimensions)
What’s the best 063 car battery? We rate and review them so you can choose the one you need. And we tell you the 063 battery dimensions.
Ford Focus Car Battery: Price, Size, Best Type
All you need to know about the Ford Focus car battery. That is the best type to get, what size you need, and what price you can expect to pay.
Lion 063 Car Battery Review
We, the car battery experts of the UK, have a Lion 063 car battery review for you. What we liked, what we didn’t like and our overall verdict are here.
Yuasa Silver 5000 Battery Review
Here’s our Yuasa Silver 5000 Battery Review. Are these YBX5000 range batteries worth the money? The answer is maybe, and we discuss why.
Lion 100 Car Battery Review (70Ah)
A Lion 100 car battery review that thoroughly evaluates and rates this battery. Our likes and dislikes from testing and why it may not be for you.
Lion 075 Car Battery Review
The definitive Lion 075 car battery review, by the experts. Here’s our findings from testing, what’s good and what’s not so good.
Lion 096 Car Battery Review
The UK experts do a Lion 096 car battery review. Here are the pros and cons of a growing player in this market. Does it stack up?
AGM Batteries
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
Best AGM Battery UK
A much needed one this… the Best AGM Battery UK. Finally, an easy way to choose your AGM, either for start stop or otherwise.
EFB vs. AGM Battery (Which Is Best For Stop Start)
A full and frank breakdown of the EFB vs. AGM battery. Which is best and which is right for your specific needs? Enter here for the answer.
Best 019 AGM Battery UK
Here are the best 019 AGM battery UK. We’ve tested and analysed the best ones, here are our top picks and their pros and cons. And how to pick!
EFB Batteries
REVIEWS & RESOURCES
Here’s the expert’s guide to the Best EFB Battery in the UK. We let you know all there is to know about EFB batteries and the best one for each size.
Best 100 EFB Battery
We go deep on the Best 100 EFB battery. All you need to know, including our recommendations for the best battery of this type.
Best 027 EFB Battery (Stop Start)
Here are the best 027 EFB batteries on the market. Which ones we liked best, and how long you can expect them to last, and how they deliver.
