Black & Decker 500 Watt AC/DC Power Station & Air Compressor

Black and Decker packed a jump starter, air compressor, power inverter, and work light into one portable unit with the PPRH5B. If you keep this charged in the trunk, you are covered for dead batteries, low tires, and power outages without needing separate tools for each situation.

On the jump-starting side, the built-in 4-gauge cables deliver 450 instant amps and 900 peak amps, which handles most passenger vehicles. A reverse polarity alarm warns you before a wrong connection causes damage. The 120 PSI air compressor has a backlit gauge for filling tires in low-light conditions, and it works on car tires, bike tires, and sports equipment. Two 120-volt AC outlets run off the 500-watt inverter, so you can power small appliances, charge laptops, or run a radio for hours. There is also a USB charging port and a 12-volt DC outlet for phones and tablets.

The LED work lights put out enough brightness to last up to 15 hours on a charge, making it useful during roadside repairs or power outages at home. The sealed lead acid battery is maintenance-free and holds its charge well between uses. At 20 pounds of shipping weight, it is portable enough to move between the garage and the car as needed.