NOCO
NOCO Boost Plus GB40
Buy it if you drive a typical gas car or small SUV and want a compact, safe jump starter in the glove box.
Our research on NOCO products: what each one is best for, how they compare and which alternatives to consider.
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NOCO
Buy it if you drive a typical gas car or small SUV and want a compact, safe jump starter in the glove box.
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Buy it if you drive a V8 truck or larger SUV and want more cranking power than the GB40.
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Is the NOCO Boost Plus GB40 worth buying? Our verdict, who it suits, who should skip it and the best…
VerdictRecommended $90–$110
Thinking about buying NOCO? Buyzello covers 2 NOCO products in jump starters, each with an independent Buy, Consider or Skip verdict. Our highest-rated NOCO pick is the NOCO Boost Plus GB40, which typically sells for $90–$110 in the US.
The NOCO Boost Plus GB40 is best for most cars. Its key feature is compact lithium jump starter with spark-proof clamps, and it usually costs $90–$110. Buy it if you drive a typical gas car or small SUV and want a compact, safe jump starter in the glove box. Skip it if you drive a big diesel truck; you need a larger model. Our verdict: Buy, with a research score of 8.7 out of 10.
The NOCO Boost X GBX45 is best for trucks and bigger SUVs. Its key feature is more power in a still-compact box, and it usually costs $130–$160. Buy it if you drive a V8 truck or larger SUV and want more cranking power than the GB40. Skip it if you drive a small car; the GB40 does the job for less. Our verdict: Buy, with a research score of 8.5 out of 10.
How does NOCO compare with rivals? In jump starters, the main alternatives include the GOOLOO GP4000 Jump Starter (value for big engines, $90–$130) and the Clore Automotive Jump-N-Carry JNC660 (garages and shops, $140–$190). Our best jump starters list ranks them side by side so you can see where NOCO wins and where it does not.
When you buy NOCO online, check that the listing is sold by the retailer itself or by NOCO's official store so the manufacturer warranty applies. Register the product with NOCO after it arrives, keep the order confirmation, and note the return window in case it is not the right fit.
Match the engine rating, not peak amps: makers list the gas and diesel engine sizes each model handles. Look for spark-proof clamps and reverse-polarity protection. Lithium packs hold charge for months; lead-acid boosters need regular top-ups.
Use the engine-size rating instead. Peak amps are measured differently by each maker. A GB40-class unit covers most four- and six-cylinder cars. Lithium packs dislike extreme heat. Check the storage range in the manual, and bring it inside during heat waves.
Jump starters are frequent Prime Day and Black Friday deals, and they make good holiday gifts. Register NOCO products for warranty support and keep the receipt.
Across the jump starters we cover, typical prices run from $90 to $190. Store prices change often, so treat these as typical ranges and check the current price before you buy.