Verdict
Head-to-head · Best Portable Jump Starters

NOCO Boost HD GB70 vs NOCO Boost Plus GB40

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

NOCO Boost HD GB70 and NOCO Boost Plus GB40 score essentially the same (4.8 vs 4.8). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.

NOCO Boost HD GB70
Ranked #2 in Best Portable Jump Starters
NOCO Boost HD GB70
$230

The Boost HD GB70 is the heavy-duty pick — NOCO's flagship for trucks and large diesels.

Strengths
  • 2000A peak — most powerful lithium jump starter
  • Built for 8L gas + 6L diesel
  • Heavy-duty USB power bank
Watch-outs
  • Larger + heavier than GB40
  • Most expensive consumer jump starter
  • Overkill for sedans
NOCO Boost Plus GB40
Ranked #1 in Best Portable Jump Starters
NOCO Boost Plus GB40
$110

The Boost Plus GB40 is the best-overall pick — NOCO's flagship lithium jump starter for most cars.

Strengths
  • 1000A peak UltraSafe lithium-ion
  • Handles 6L gas + 3L diesel engines
  • Most popular jump starter brand
Watch-outs
  • Not for largest diesels (use GB70)
  • Lithium needs occasional topping
  • Premium pricing

How they stack up

NOCO Boost HD GB70

Most powerful. Built for trucks. Overkill for sedans.

NOCO Boost Plus GB40

Best overall. Most popular. Premium price.

Specs side-by-side

SpecNOCO Boost HD GB70NOCO Boost Plus GB40
Peak2000A1000A
Engine8L gas / 6L diesel6L gas / 3L diesel
TypeHeavy-duty
BrandNOCONOCO
TechUltraSafe Lithium
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