Question 1

Which is better, Battery Tender Plus 12V or Schumacher SC1281 Battery Charger?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Battery Tender Plus 12V scores higher overall at 9.1/10. The Battery Tender Plus 12V scored 9.1/10 and the Schumacher SC1281 Battery Charger scored 9/10 in our Best Battery Maintainers 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Battery Tender Plus 12V worth it over the Schumacher SC1281 Battery Charger?

Accepted Answer

The Battery Tender Plus 12V scores 9.1/10 while the Schumacher SC1281 Battery Charger scores 9/10. The Battery Tender Plus 12V is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Battery Maintainers 2026 category.

Battery Tender Plus 12V vs Schumacher SC1281 Battery Charger: Which to Buy?