{"id":17362,"date":"2023-04-05T12:13:03","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T16:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/?p=17362"},"modified":"2023-11-07T10:51:29","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T22:51:29","slug":"the-5-best-rv-battery-trickle-chargers-for-optimal-battery-lifespan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best RV Battery Trickle Chargers For Optimal Battery Lifespan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Many RV travelers have made the huge mistake of putting their rig into storage in the off season without using an <strong>RV battery trickle charger<\/strong>, only to come back a few months later to a dead battery. This is due to every deep cycle battery\u2019s self-discharge, and is detrimental to both the performance and longevity of your house battery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While premature battery replacement is extremely expensive, simply using the <em>best trickle charger for RV battery <\/em>will maintain your battery at full charge, thus keeping it in tip top condition for longer and potentially save you a lot of money.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To save you time, here\u2019s an in-depth review of the five best RV battery trickle charger models for topping off your battery when you put your RV into storage. These can be left plugged in the entire time to safely keep your battery at full charge without overcharging or overheating the battery, thus maximizing your battery life and performance. The novice will also learn about important buying considerations and find clear cut answers to common questions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-65ca683a6d663\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-65ca683a6d663\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-65ca683a6d663\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#RV_Battery_Trickle_Chargers_Quick_Recommendations\" title=\"RV Battery Trickle Chargers: Quick Recommendations\">RV Battery Trickle Chargers: Quick Recommendations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Why_You_Need_To_Trickle_Charge_Your_RV_Battery\" title=\"Why You Need To Trickle Charge Your RV Battery\">Why You Need To Trickle Charge Your RV Battery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#RV_Battery_Trickle_Charger_vs_Regular_Chargers\" title=\"RV Battery Trickle Charger vs Regular Chargers\">RV Battery Trickle Charger vs Regular Chargers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Trickle_Charger_vs_Battery_Tenders\" title=\"Trickle Charger vs Battery Tenders\">Trickle Charger vs Battery Tenders<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#5_Best_RV_Battery_Trickle_Chargers_In-Depth_Review\" title=\"5 Best RV Battery Trickle Chargers: In-Depth Review\">5 Best RV Battery Trickle Chargers: In-Depth Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#1_Best_Overall_NOCO_GENIUS1_Automatic_1A_Trickle_Charger_For_6V_and_12V_Battery\" title=\"1. Best Overall: NOCO GENIUS1, Automatic 1A Trickle Charger For 6V and 12V Battery\">1. Best Overall: NOCO GENIUS1, Automatic 1A Trickle Charger For 6V and 12V Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#2_Best_Solar_Trickle_Charger_ECO-WORTHY_12_Volt_10_Watt_Solar_Battery_Trickle_Charger\" title=\"2. Best Solar Trickle Charger: ECO-WORTHY 12 Volt 10 Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger\">2. Best Solar Trickle Charger: ECO-WORTHY 12 Volt 10 Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#3_Best_High_Capacity_Trickle_Charger_ADPOW_5A_12V_7-Stages_Battery_Trickle_Charger\" title=\"3. Best High Capacity Trickle Charger: ADPOW 5A 12V 7-Stages Battery Trickle Charger\">3. Best High Capacity Trickle Charger: ADPOW 5A 12V 7-Stages Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#4_MOTOPOWER_MP00205A_12V_800mA_Battery_Trickle_Charger_and_Desulfator\" title=\"4. MOTOPOWER MP00205A 12V 800mA Battery Trickle Charger and Desulfator\">4. MOTOPOWER MP00205A 12V 800mA Battery Trickle Charger and Desulfator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#5_FOVAL_2-Pack_12V_1A_Battery_Trickle_Charger\" title=\"5. FOVAL 2-Pack 12V 1A Battery Trickle Charger\">5. FOVAL 2-Pack 12V 1A Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#How_To_Pick_The_Best_Trickle_Charger_For_Your_RV_Battery\" title=\"How To Pick The Best Trickle Charger For Your RV Battery\">How To Pick The Best Trickle Charger For Your RV Battery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Battery_Type\" title=\"Battery Type\">Battery Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Voltage\" title=\"Voltage\">Voltage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Size_or_Capacity\" title=\"Size or Capacity\">Size or Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Safety_Features\" title=\"Safety Features\">Safety Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Solar_Powered_Charger\" title=\"Solar Powered Charger\">Solar Powered Charger<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#RV_Battery_Trickle_Charger_FAQs\" title=\"RV Battery Trickle Charger: FAQs\">RV Battery Trickle Charger: FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Can_I_keep_my_RV_battery_trickle_charger_on_at_all_times\" title=\"Can I keep my RV battery trickle charger on at all times?\">Can I keep my RV battery trickle charger on at all times?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Is_an_RV_battery_trickle_charger_the_same_as_a_battery_tender\" title=\"Is an RV battery trickle charger the same as a battery tender?\">Is an RV battery trickle charger the same as a battery tender?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#What_size_of_RV_battery_trickle_charger_do_I_need\" title=\"What size of RV battery trickle charger do I need?\">What size of RV battery trickle charger do I need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#How_much_does_an_RV_battery_trickle_charger_cost\" title=\"How much does an RV battery trickle charger cost?\">How much does an RV battery trickle charger cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_charge_an_RV_battery_using_a_trickle_charger\" title=\"How long does it take to charge an RV battery using a trickle charger?\">How long does it take to charge an RV battery using a trickle charger?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/#Related_Reviews\" title=\"Related Reviews\">Related Reviews<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"rv-battery-trickle-chargers-quick-recommendations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RV_Battery_Trickle_Chargers_Quick_Recommendations\"><\/span><strong>RV Battery Trickle Chargers: Quick Recommendations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Best Overall: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W46BX31?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">NOCO GENIUS1 Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Solar Trickle Charger:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B017K6PH1S?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ECO-WORTHY Solar Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best High Capacity Trickle Charger:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07QX9PKK8?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ADPOW 7-Stages Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"why-you-need-to-trickle-charge-your-rv-battery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Need_To_Trickle_Charge_Your_RV_Battery\"><\/span><strong>Why You Need To Trickle Charge Your RV Battery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All types of deep cycle house batteries are prone to an unavoidable problem called natural discharge or self-discharge. This irreversible process of internal chemical reactions reduces the amount of charge stored in the battery without any connection between the electrodes or any external circuit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why even if you did charge the battery to full capacity before putting your RV into storage, if you leave it alone for too long without regularly checking its state of charge and charging it when needed, you might come back to a severely depleted or completely dead battery.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such negligence will kill your expensive battery bank off prematurely. Remember the rule for any type of deep cycle batteries: although deep cycle batteries are technically designed to withstand a 80% depth of discharge, they should be recharged when they are depleted down to about 50% capacity to ensure a long life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make up for such self discharging, you will need to use a <em>trickle charger for RV battery <\/em>during the whole time your RV is in storage. These chargers will slowly and steadily top up your battery pack at a rate just sufficiently to make up for the battery\u2019s self discharge rate, thus keeping the battery at full capacity and maximizing its longevity. The best camper battery trickle charger models these days can be plugged in 24\/7 without the risk of overheating and overcharging your precious house battery bank.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason you should not leave your lead-acid batteries without charging for an extended period is that they run the risk of rapid sulfation if left uncharged for too long. Sulfation is a natural process that happens with every lead-acid battery over time, where lead sulfate crystals build up on a battery cell. However, rapid sulfation is undesirable, as the battery will accept far less current than normal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The battery will usually start to accept increasing amounts of current until a certain current level is reached, but up to a point it will not respond even to higher charge voltages than recommended levels. If this happens, the battery won\u2019t ever recover and thus needs to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>How to trickle charge RV batteries? <\/em>Generally, you just clamp on the positive and negative clamps, plug the trickle charger into an outlet, and let it run. The best trickle charger for RV battery are automatic, that is they can adjust accordingly to the battery for optimal charging, while some others might require you to do some additional settings beforehand depending on the type and specifications of your house battery.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery.jpg\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/trickle-charger-for-rv-battery-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-17365 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"best trickle charger for RV battery\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: 2016 CC7 \/ Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rv-battery-trickle-charger-vs-regular-chargers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RV_Battery_Trickle_Charger_vs_Regular_Chargers\"><\/span><strong>RV Battery Trickle Charger vs Regular Chargers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to know the difference between an RV battery trickle charger and a regular deep cycle battery charger, so that you will strictly use a trickle charger only during storage and use a regular deep cycle battery charger while you\u2019re traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most regular deep cycle battery chargers these days charge the battery in three or four distinct stages at four different current levels for the shortest charging time. This stepped model also ensures that a deep cycle battery will better maintain its charge as well as maximize battery lifespan in the long run. In the first stage, the charger will deliver more current to the battery when it is deeply discharged to quickly restore it and then in the later stages, slowly tapers off the charging speed as the battery reaches full capacity. Once the battery reaches 100%&nbsp; capacity, the charger will supply a constant low current level that\u2019s just sufficient to offset the battery\u2019s self-discharge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A regular battery charger is thus used when you\u2019re traveling and the battery is depleted due to the power draw from those electronics in your rig. These smart chargers will supply your battery with the suitable amount of current depending on how deeply discharged the battery is at any given time, which is both efficient and healthy for the battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, an RV battery trickle charger will deliver a slow, steady and constant charge of only 1 or 2 amps of power in most cases, which is just enough to tackle most battery\u2019s self discharge rate. This means that it\u2019s most suitable for maintaining a fully charged battery at full charge over an extended period. If you use a battery trickle charger to charge a depleted battery in place of a regular charger, it will take forever for the battery to reach full capacity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"trickle-charger-vs-battery-tenders\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trickle_Charger_vs_Battery_Tenders\"><\/span><strong>Trickle Charger vs Battery Tenders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A trickle charger for RV battery is not the same as a battery tender, although they are quite often thought of as one. They are indeed quite similar, but they still work a bit differently and thus are used for different purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An RV battery trickle charger supplies a constant low charge current at a steady rate, which is just enough to offset the battery\u2019s self discharge rate. Once you power the trickle charger, it will charge the battery at this constant rate regardless of whether there\u2019s an active draw on the battery or not. This makes a battery trickle charger a straightforward solution for topping off a deep cycle battery bank when you put your RV into storage and strictly does not use anything inside that would demand electricity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, a battery tender can detect how depleted your battery is and charge it at an optimal current until it is full. Once the battery is full, it then goes into float mode to keep the battery at full capacity. In float mode, it delivers a constant low current to sufficiently offset the battery\u2019s self discharge rate, just like what a trickle charger does. In short, a battery tender is a bit smarter, and allows for more versatile use in different applications and camping settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"5-best-rv-battery-trickle-chargers-in-depth-review\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Best_RV_Battery_Trickle_Chargers_In-Depth_Review\"><\/span><strong>5 Best RV Battery Trickle Chargers: In-Depth Review<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Selecting the best trickle chargers for your budget is not the most complicated business ever, but it\u2019s not very straightforward either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But worry not, as here\u2019s an in-depth review and comparison of the 5 most functional, easy to use and reasonably priced trickle chargers for a variety of applications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s something for every camper, whether you\u2019re an economical first time RV owner or a full-time traveler who doesn&#8217;t compromise on quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-best-overall-noco-genius1-automatic-1a-trickle-charger-for-6v-and-12v-battery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Best_Overall_NOCO_GENIUS1_Automatic_1A_Trickle_Charger_For_6V_and_12V_Battery\"><\/span><strong>1. Best Overall: NOCO GENIUS1, Automatic 1A Trickle Charger For 6V and 12V Battery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/81Wd4nh6jEL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"NOCO GENIUS1 1A Automatic Smart Trickle Charger\" width=\"286\" height=\"291\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07W46BX31?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.webp 360w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.webp 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png\" height=\"36\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png 360w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.png 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2742 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Check prices and reviews\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity: 1 amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage: 6-volt and 12-volt&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery type: flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM, lithium-ion&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special features: digital thermal sensor, desulfator technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating temperature: -4\u00b0F to 104\u00b0F<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The NOCO GENIUS1 is an all-in-one universal charging solution for most camping applications, as it functions as a battery charger, battery maintainer, trickle charger, and battery desulfator. This all-around charger works with any 6-volt and 12-volt deep-cycle battery, including flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM, and lithium-ion batteries. Such universal compatibility is one of the many reasons why this charger is a long standing bestseller on the market, with some 40,000 happy buyers on Amazon alone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a capacity of 1 amp, this trickle charger can be plugged in 24\/7 to safely maintain your house battery at full charge without you having to worry about undercharging, overcharging or overheating. For the most efficient precision charging, this smart trickle charger boasts an integrated digital thermal sensor that detects the ambient temperature and alters the charge to eliminate over-charging in hot climates and under-charging in cold climates. Thanks to this feature, this battery trickle charger will maintain optimal charging even in extreme temperatures down to -4\u00b0F and up to 104\u00b0F.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only that, but this innovative charger can also tackle battery sulfation. Its advanced battery repair mode uses slow pulse reconditioner technology to detect battery sulfation and acid stratification to restore lost battery performance for stronger engine starts and extended battery life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, this trickle charger is extremely intuitive to use. Its X-Connect battery connectors allow for quick-connect permanent connection or connecting directly to the battery terminals. A digital display provides the charging status and tests diagnostics for multiple conditions such as a dead battery, bad battery, reverse polarity, and more. For only $40, you can now put your RV into storage for months on end without having to worry about your battery suffering any damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-best-solar-trickle-charger-eco-worthy-12-volt-10-watt-solar-battery-trickle-charger\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Best_Solar_Trickle_Charger_ECO-WORTHY_12_Volt_10_Watt_Solar_Battery_Trickle_Charger\"><\/span><strong>2. Best Solar Trickle Charger: ECO-WORTHY 12 Volt 10 Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/81-RTR304OL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"ECO-WORTHY 12 Volt 10 Watt Solar Panel Trickle Charger\" width=\"282\" height=\"282\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B017K6PH1S?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.webp 360w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.webp 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png\" height=\"36\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png 360w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.png 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2742 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Check prices and reviews\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity: 0.28 amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage: 12 volts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wattage: 10 watts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temperature range: -40\u00b0F to +176\u00b0F<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live somewhere with plenty of direct sunlight, using a solar powered trickle charger is a green way to top off your house battery during the long months in storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trickle charger by ECO-WORTHY comes with the cigarette lighter adapter, a pair of battery clips and four PVC suckers. You can simply plug the charger into your cigarette lighter, or you can connect directly to the battery using alligator battery clamps in the case that the cigarette lighter does not operate when the ignition is turned off in some RVs. This model boasts unique design high quality clips to prevent short circuit and built-in blocking diodes to prevent reverse discharge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This charger works with most 12 volt deep cycle batteries. Do note that it has an amp rating of 0.28 amp, which is lower than the more common 1-amp and 2-amp trickle chargers on the market, but this is still sufficient to maintain a fully charged battery at 100% capacity. Again, it\u2019s better to not significantly deplete your house battery before putting your RV into storage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, this charger is one easy to use, durable and sustainable charging solution. Only note that since a solar powered trickle charger depends on the availability of sunlight to function, you will need to check up on it more often during those times when there\u2019s less sun to make sure it\u2019s sufficiently charging your battery.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-best-high-capacity-trickle-charger-adpow-5a-12v-7-stages-battery-trickle-charger\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Best_High_Capacity_Trickle_Charger_ADPOW_5A_12V_7-Stages_Battery_Trickle_Charger\"><\/span><strong>3. Best High Capacity Trickle Charger: ADPOW 5A 12V 7-Stages Battery Trickle Charger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61bdw5VUPBL._AC_SL1001_.jpg\" alt=\"ADPOW 5A 12V Automatic 7-Stages Trickle Charger for Deep Cycle Battery\" width=\"262\" height=\"236\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07QX9PKK8?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.webp 360w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.webp 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png\" height=\"36\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png 360w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.png 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2742 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Check prices and reviews\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity: 5 amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage: 12 volts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery type: flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic 7 stage charing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short circuit, overvoltage, overcurrent, overload, reversed polarity protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DC adapters included<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifetime warranty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a higher amp hours battery pack, you might want an RV battery trickle charger with a high amp rating to quickly revive your battery in case it is depleted as well as trickle charging it while in storage. While most trickle chargers on the market max out at 2 amps of power output, the ADPOW 7-state trickle charger will be your best option with a rare 5 amps capacity. It can restore fully depleted flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM deep cycle batteries of up to 120AH back to full capacity and maintain this charge over an extended period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be worrying that at such a high amp output, this trickle charger might overcharge and overheat your battery if plugged in for too long, but this trickle charger is perfectly safe for months long storage. This is partly thanks to its smart and efficient 7-state charging process, Desulfation &#8211; SoftStart &#8211; BulkCharge &#8211; Absorption &#8211; TestMode &#8211; Recondition &#8211; Float, that delivers the optimal level of current to a depleted battery in each stage based on its current level of discharge. This means it will not overcharge your battery, and also conditions as well as preventing sulfation&nbsp; to maximize battery life and performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ADPOW trickle charger also packs various safety features, including short circuit, overvoltage, overcurrent, overload, and reversed polarity protection. With any charger though, you should check up on your battery and charger every once in a while to make sure everything\u2019s in working order.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a truly powerful and reliable <meta charset=\"utf-8\">trickle charger for RV battery for many camping applications that will serve you for many years to come. As an expression of the manufacturer\u2019s confidence in this battery charger, it comes with a lifetime warranty, which is pretty rare for this type of product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-motopower-mp00205a-12v-800ma-battery-trickle-charger-and-desulfator\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_MOTOPOWER_MP00205A_12V_800mA_Battery_Trickle_Charger_and_Desulfator\"><\/span><strong>4. MOTOPOWER MP00205A 12V 800mA Battery Trickle Charger and Desulfator<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/81KAHtJ8MXL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"MOTOPOWER MP00205A 12V 800mA Automatic Trickle Charger\" width=\"284\" height=\"284\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XWDZ2KQ?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.webp 360w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.webp 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png\" height=\"36\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png 360w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.png 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2742 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Check prices and reviews\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity: 0.8 amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage: 12 volts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery type: flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overcharge, short circuit and reverse polarity protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>24 hour timer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 year warranty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s another excellent and reasonably priced battery trickle charger for charging and maintaining 12 volts flooded lead-acid, gel and AGM batteries during storage. What I particularly love about this model is its convenient 24-hour timer, which you can set up in the program to terminate the charge when you\u2019re not around, giving you more versatility in numerous charging situations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trickle charger not only charges the battery but also automatically detects battery sulfation problems and accordingly applies pulse current technology to desulfate the batteries effectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, it is designed to charge the battery up to 14.4 volts and maintain the battery at 13.6 volts, which provides for efficient charging and avoids overcharging. Thanks to this optimal level of charging voltage and such desulfation capability, you will notice tip top performance from your house battery as well as a longer battery life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another huge plus is that this charger can be left on 24\/7 with no battery drain when connecting with the battery. Safety features include spark proof protection during lead connection, overcharge, short circuit and reverse polarity protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-foval-2-pack-12v-1a-battery-trickle-charger\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_FOVAL_2-Pack_12V_1A_Battery_Trickle_Charger\"><\/span><strong>5. FOVAL 2-Pack 12V 1A Battery Trickle Charger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/718TLaKGjXL._AC_SL1000_.jpg\" alt=\"FOVAL 1000mA Battery Charger, 12V Automatic Smart Trickle Charger For RVs\" width=\"279\" height=\"279\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B082VQJQJP?tag=rvingtrends-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.webp 360w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.webp 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png\" height=\"36\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz.png 360w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Button-Amz-332x60.png 332w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" class=\"wp-image-2742 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"Check prices and reviews\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>At a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Capacity: 1 amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voltage: 12 volts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery type: flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 stage charging: Initialization, Bulk Charge, Absorption Mode, Float Mode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spark proof and reverse polarity protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 year warranty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If in addition to charging your RV house battery, you also have another motorcycle or boat or a lawn mower that you need to charge, then look no further than this FOVAL trickle charger, which comes as a pack of two at the price of one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This charger is compatible with all types of 12 volt flooded lead-acid, gel, AGM batteries, so you can use one to maintain your RV battery during storage and use the other one to charge your equipment. This is a standard deep cycle battery charger with the safest and most efficient 4 stage charging process, which ensures optimal charging currents at different levels of discharge and optimal battery health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can plug this trickle charger in 24\/7, worry free. It won\u2019t overcharge or overheat your battery, and it comes with spark proof and reverse polarity protection for safety. I also love the intuitive LED indicators that provide visual state-of-charge feedback and diagnostic information, even when in maintenance mode. This affordable FOVAL trickle charger pack for Rv battery comes with a two year warranty, but with proper handling, it will last you at least three years. For two chargers, this is such a steal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"how-to-pick-the-best-trickle-charger-for-your-rv-battery\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Pick_The_Best_Trickle_Charger_For_Your_RV_Battery\"><\/span><strong>How To Pick The Best Trickle Charger For Your RV Battery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying the best RV battery trickle charger might not be the most complicated business, but there are still important specifications and considerations that you need to be aware of in order to make the most worthwhile purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind the following criteria to select the most suitable trickle charger for your particular battery and application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"battery-type\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Type\"><\/span><strong>Battery Type<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best selling <meta charset=\"utf-8\">trickle charger for RV battery models these days typically are compatible with many battery types. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While some cheaper models can only charge flooded lead acid batteries, most trickle chargers can commonly charge flooded lead acid batteries, gel and AGM batteries. Many can charge these three types as well as the most advanced lithium ion batteries, but these units are the minority. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before purchasing a certain trickle charger, the first thing you need to make sure is to get a charger that\u2019s made for your battery type.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"voltage\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Voltage\"><\/span><strong>Voltage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing to keep in mind when buying a trickle charger for your motorhome is that you must match the voltage of the charger with the voltage of your battery, or the charger won\u2019t work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While most RV house batteries are 12 volts, 6 volt deep cycle batteries are also common, and it\u2019s always important to double-check.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger-768x510.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger.jpg\" height=\"680\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/rv-trickle-charger-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-17364 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"how to trickle charge RV batteries\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: virojt \/ Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"size-or-capacity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size_or_Capacity\"><\/span><strong>Size or Capacity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The rule of thumb is that your RV battery trickle charger should be at least 10% and at most 20% of the Ah rating of your battery bank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, a 100Ah battery pack requires a 10 amp trickle charger as a minimum. In any case, you should not get a trickle charger that exceeds 30% of your battery\u2019s Ah rating, or you risk overcharging the battery, which is detrimental to the battery\u2019s life and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safety-features\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_Features\"><\/span><strong>Safety Features<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best trickle charger for RV deep cycle batteries these days should come with protection against overcharging, overheating, reverse polarity, spark and short circuits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some models are specifically designed to withstand freezing temperatures with a smart cold-weather mode to charge your battery more efficiently, as deep cycle batteries might discharge faster in extreme cold. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, the most hard wearing trickle chargers that\u2019s made to last typically are waterproof and have a wide operating temperature range to handle all four seasons.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"solar-powered-charger\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solar_Powered_Charger\"><\/span><strong>Solar Powered Charger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A relatively new type of trickle charger is solar powered models for use somewhere with a lot of direct sunlight. These come with solar panels that absorb sunlight and convert them into energy that can be used by your RV house battery. They have gained popularity as a sustainable charging solution for those who live or camp in sunny climates.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"rv-battery-trickle-charger-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RV_Battery_Trickle_Charger_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>RV Battery Trickle Charger: FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666664010920\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_keep_my_RV_battery_trickle_charger_on_at_all_times\"><\/span><strong>Can I keep my RV battery trickle charger on at all times?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best trickle charger models these days can be plugged in 24\/7 without the risk of overheating and overcharging your precious house battery bank. They also often come with extra safety features like protection against battery reverse polarity and other common issues. <\/p>\n<p>That said, you should always check in on your battery and trickle charger regularly just to make sure everything is in working order. In addition, if you have flooded lead acid batteries, you must check the electrolytes level monthly anyway and refill with distilled water if needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666664023595\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_RV_battery_trickle_charger_the_same_as_a_battery_tender\"><\/span><strong>Is an RV battery trickle charger the same as a battery tender?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, they work a bit differently, although both are solutions for keeping your house battery at full capacity during storage. A trickle charger for RV battery supplies a constant low charge current at a steady rate, which is just enough to offset the battery\u2019s self discharge rate. Once you power the trickle charger, it will charge the battery at this constant rate regardless of whether there\u2019s an active draw on the battery or not. <\/p>\n<p>This makes a camper battery trickle charger a straightforward solution for topping off a deep cycle battery bank when you put your RV into storage and strictly does not use anything inside that would demand electricity.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, a battery tender can detect how depleted your battery is and charge it at an optimal current until it is full. Once the battery is full, it then goes into float mode to keep the battery at full capacity. In float mode, it delivers a constant low current to sufficiently offset the battery\u2019s self discharge rate, just like what a trickle charger does. In short, a battery tender is a bit smarter, and allows for more versatile use in different applications and camping settings.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666664062001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_size_of_RV_battery_trickle_charger_do_I_need\"><\/span><strong>What size of RV battery trickle charger do I need?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The rule of thumb is that your trickle charger should be at least 10% and at most 20% of the Ah rating of your battery bank. For instance, a 100Ah battery pack requires a 10 amp trickle charger as a minimum. In any case, you should not get a camper trickle charger that exceeds 30% of your battery\u2019s Ah rating, or you risk overcharging the battery, which is detrimental to the battery\u2019s life and performance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666664077240\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_an_RV_battery_trickle_charger_cost\"><\/span><strong>How much does an RV battery trickle charger cost?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most RV battery trickle charger devices on the market fall between $20 and $50. You can already expect full functionality, durability and ease of use with something around $50 and under, although there are some models that cost a bit more.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1666664090060\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_charge_an_RV_battery_using_a_trickle_charger\"><\/span><strong>How long does it take to charge an RV battery using a trickle charger?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A regular deep cycle battery charger with a high capacity, say up to 30 amps, can fully charge a deeply depleted battery in a few hours. Meanwhile, since most battery trickle chargers these days can only push 1 to 2 amps at most, with a few offering as much as 5 amps, they will take much longer to bring a deeply discharged battery back to 100 percent. In most cases, if you use a trickle charger that\u2019s meant for maintaining the battery in storage, it can take up to 10 hours.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"related-reviews\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Reviews\"><\/span><strong>Related Reviews<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-power-inverter-reviews\/\">Best RV Inverter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-converter-reviews\/\">Best RV Converter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-solar-battery-charger-reviews\/\">RV Solar Battery Charger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-battery-trickle-charger-reviews\/\">RV Battery Trickle Charger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-deep-cycle-battery-charger-reviews\/\">Best Deep Cycle Battery Charger<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-right kksr-valign-bottom kksr-disabled\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;right&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;17362&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;22&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The 5 Best RV Battery Trickle Chargers For Optimal Battery Lifespan&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 4px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 22px; height: 22px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 17.6px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this post<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many RV travelers have made the huge mistake of putting their rig into storage in the off season without using an RV battery trickle charger, only to come back a few months later to a dead battery. 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