---
product_id: 14650898
title: "4.3 Test & Charge, 12 Volt Fully Automatic Charger with Unique Battery and Alternator Testing, Ideal for Long Term Storage"
brand: "ctek"
price: "€ 194.33"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ctek"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14650898-4-3-test-and-charge-12-volt-fully-automatic-charger
store_origin: PT
region: Portugal
---

# Battery & alternator testing 8-step smart charging Plug & forget simplicity 4.3 Test & Charge, 12 Volt Fully Automatic Charger with Unique Battery and Alternator Testing, Ideal for Long Term Storage

**Brand:** ctek
**Price:** € 194.33
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔋 Keep your ride ready, no dead battery drama!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 4.3 Test & Charge, 12 Volt Fully Automatic Charger with Unique Battery and Alternator Testing, Ideal for Long Term Storage by ctek
- **How much does it cost?** € 194.33 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14650898-4-3-test-and-charge-12-volt-fully-automatic-charger)

## Best For

- ctek enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ctek brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart 8-Step Charging:** Maximize battery life with patented float/pulse maintenance for all lead-acid types.
- • **Plug & Forget Convenience:** Set your program and mode, then leave it to maintain your battery effortlessly during long-term storage.
- • **Safe & Spark-Free Operation:** Reverse polarity protection and surge-free current ensure user and vehicle safety.
- • **Optimized for Long-Term Storage:** Ideal for weekend cars and seasonal vehicles, keeping batteries ready to go when you are.
- • **Integrated Battery & Alternator Test:** Diagnose battery health and vehicle charging system before charging to avoid wasted energy.

## Overview

The CTEK 4.3 Test & Charge is a compact, fully automatic 12V battery charger designed for all lead-acid batteries up to 160Ah. Featuring a unique patented 8-step charging process with float and pulse maintenance, it extends battery life and performance. It also tests both battery and alternator health, ensuring efficient charging without surges or spikes. With spark-free, reverse polarity protected plug & play operation, it’s perfect for long-term vehicle storage and hassle-free battery care.

## Description

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Review: Works great! - Awesome battery charger and refresher. I have owned an early version and smaller model from Ctek, I lowed that one as well, but this one is faster for car batteries. Love the fact that it does not rust. I also got the optional bumper and it made it non slip and it would stay put where I put it while it was charging.
Review: Compact battery charger/booster - Small battery charger/booster with multiple features. Will maintain or boost multiple size batteries

## Features

- COMPLETE BATTERY CARE - Test & Charge’s Unique & patented system to recover, charge & maintain all lead-acid battery types to maximize performance & extend life.
- SAFE TO USE - User safety through spark-free operation & reverse polarity protection. Vehicle electrical safety through exceptionally clean voltage & current delivery with no surges or spikes.
- CONNECT & FORGET - Simple plug & play operation. Select the program & mode & leave the charger to do the rest.
- UNIQUE 8 STEP CHARGING - Float/Pulse maintenance ensures ideal battery care during periods of inactivity. While also testing the battery condition to ensure maximum LiFePO4 battery life & performance.
- TESTS BATTERY & ALTERNATOR - 3 unique test programs establish condition & performance of battery & vehicle charging system. Plus patented float/pulse maintenance for batteries up to 160Ah.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00GODGN9E |
| Best Sellers Rank | #166,493 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #620 in Battery Chargers |
| Brand | CTEK |
| Built-In Media | CTEK 56-959 |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (976) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07350009569590 |
| Input Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4"D x 4"W x 0.5"H |
| Item Type Name | Battery Accessories |
| Item Weight | 1.9 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | CTEK |
| Mfr Part Number | 56-959 |
| Model Number | 56-959 |
| Output Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Specification Met | CE |
| Unit Count | 1.00 Count |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** CTEK
- **Color:** Silver
- **Item Weight:** 1.9 Pounds
- **Output Voltage:** 12 Volts
- **Product Dimensions:** 4"D x 4"W x 0.5"H

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Looking for a battery recharger for the small 12 volt in Prius 2011. Will this work-- or is it overkill?**
A: I can recommend this battery charger.  The reason is that performance and usability are very good.
I think it is a good choice to use even if you buy a large car.

**Q: Alternator test work on motorcycles too?**
A: Yes ... make sure the battery is fully charged so you won't get a false result. Switch the MODE button to alternator >> start the engine and hold it at 2000 rpm >> if it is charging less than 13.3V it will light up (BAD) >> 13.3V-14.0V (FAIR) >> and above 14.0V (OK).

**Q: What is the difference of this one from model 56-864?  They seem identical**
A: model #56-864 doesn't check your Alternator to see if it is charging u battery

**Q: Is this unit also good for trickle charge?**
A: The product description and other web references say it will work as a trickle charger. In fact the unit goes into a trickle charge mode after it cycles through the battery tests and reconditioning steps. I have used it as a trickle charger for days in a row on a car that gets little use. So far I am satisfied with the product.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great!
*by J***P on July 4, 2025*

Awesome battery charger and refresher. I have owned an early version and smaller model from Ctek, I lowed that one as well, but this one is faster for car batteries. Love the fact that it does not rust. I also got the optional bumper and it made it non slip and it would stay put where I put it while it was charging.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compact battery charger/booster
*by J***Y on February 17, 2026*

Small battery charger/booster with multiple features. Will maintain or boost multiple size batteries

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best tenders on the market
*by C***N on March 6, 2026*

C-Tek product speak for themselves everytime. Must have battery tender! Just hook and leave it, no worries, with several different uses and battery types

## Frequently Bought Together

- CTEK 4.3 Test & Charge, 12 Volt Fully Automatic Charger with Unique Battery and Alternator Testing, Ideal for Long Term Storage
- CTEK (56-304) Comfort Connect Extension Cable, 8.2 Feet
- CTEK Connect CIG Plug, Permanent Connection for Hard-to-Reach Batteries, Easy Connection to Your CTEK Battery Charger Using The Vehicle 12V Accessory Sockets, for Cars, Motorcycles & Other Vehicles

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*Store origin: PT*
*Last updated: 2026-05-16*