The 9 Best Golf Cart Battery Chargers

The 48-volt version of the Accusense Series (appx. $295) tests the current condition of the battery before beginning a multistage process that quickly restores power and disconnects automatically when the job is done, wasting as little energy as possible.

An inexpensive choice, the Zqus GZQ (around $84) is unlike many other compact units, in that it features both a pulse mode and an automatic shutoff in case it gets too hot, so you can leave it on overnight and not worry about it overheating.

For those who are loyal to a single brand and plan to stick with it, the Golf Cart King Yamaha (around $295) is available in 36 or 48 volts, suitable for a number of different models. The durable aluminum construction makes it capable of lasting a long time.

Ideal for those who live near a course, the Schauer Crowfoot (appx. $268) can connect to standard outlets or to 240 volts, if you have that kind of capability in your garage. It's also quiet, so it won't be a problem to leave it on overnight.

People who work in maintenance have to consider many customers' needs. For them, the Golf Cart King EZGO (appx. $290) provides a detachable outlet cord, so you can change the connector and use it with a number of brands. That type of flexibility is a rarity in this space.

The Accusense Intelligent (appx. $291) is a sturdy unit that relies on a crowfoot connection, which is the type used by many older vehicles. The instructional disc includes a list of all supported models, so you can easily select the correct mode.

If you drive an E-Z-Go released after 1995 that uses a Powerwise connector, you can save space and money with the iMeshBean Fully Automatic (appx. $73). It won't take up a lot of room when you're not using it, and its exterior is made out of durable aluminum.

Though it may not provide enough juice for some models, the 24-volt Accusense 20 Amp (around $295) is a durable option that includes a CD containing full instructions and support documents, so you can troubleshoot any difficulties you encounter.

Certain aftermarket units aren't designed to work with Club Car vehicles that feature the onboard computer, and the system has to be bypassed in order to use them. That's not the case with the Links Series Molded (about $279), which doesn't require any adjustments.