Quick Product Review: TOPDON V1200Air Jump Starter and Air Compressor

We put the TOPDON V1200Air Jump Starter and Air Compressor through a week of real use and came away impressed with how much capability it packs into a small, glovebox friendly unit. For tire duty it works quickly and conveniently. The compressor does pulse the airflow as it fills, but it is efficient and accurate. Repeated checks against our trusted shop gauge showed the final pressures matched exactly, which builds confidence when you are topping off before a road trip.

Power is the other half of the story. With a claimed 1200A peak from its 10,000 mAh battery, the V1200Air is able to jump start a 12-volt battery/vehicle within its spec window, and it doubles as a power bank in a pinch. The 3 to 150 PSI range and five inflation presets cover everything from balls and bicycles to cars and motorcycles. We appreciated the simple controls, safety protections, and the built in flashlight with strobe and SOS for roadside situations.

What makes it a keeper is the convenience factor. Instead of firing up the big garage compressor, we grabbed the V1200Air and were done in minutes. At 2.6 pounds, with compact dimensions, it fits easily in a trunk organizer, and it is exactly the kind of tool we want our soon to be college student to carry. If you want a portable, accurate inflator that also handles jump starts, this little box earns its spot in the car for a price of about $99 from a number of online retailers.