Best Boating Accessories for 2023

Tech - by Bryan Veldboom - updated on 6/22/2023

Once you've picked up the right marine battery and settled on the best battery charger for your boat, it's time to talk accessories. Batteries Plus has plenty of extras to help you make the most of your time on the water. Learn more about our selection of deep cycle batteries, portable phone chargers, Bluetooth speakers and more.

Fishing Accessories

Fish finders are handy gadgets that help guide you to the perfect catch. Like most things on your boat, they run on battery power. The Duracell Ultra 12V 7Ah Deep Cycle AGM battery is a great choice for fish finders and other deep cycle applications. Here are a few of its highlights:

• Sealed lead design requires no additional maintenance
• AGM technology provides superior battery performance
• Deep cycle battery has 40% more cycles than a general purpose battery
• 100% spill-proof
• Backed by a limited 1-year warranty

Looking for a simple way to secure fishing rods, ropes and water skis? Pick up a pack of Gear Ties:

• Strong wire tie features an exterior rubber shell
• Twist, tie and secure your boating gear
• Can be reused over and over again

Night Boating Accessories

If you're taking your boat out at night, you're going to need some extra illumination. Batteries Plus carries an extensive selection of flashlights and headlamps. Here are a few of our top accessories perfect for boating after dark:

NEBO MYCRO Rechargeable Headlamp

• Features six separate light modes: Turbo (400 lumens), High (150 lumens), Medium (50 lumens), Low (15 lumens), plus green (10 lumens) and red light (10 lumens) settings
• USB rechargeable; includes micro USB to USB charging cable
• Comes with an adjustable head strap
• Lasts up to 10 hours per charge, depending on the light mode

Bell + Howell Solar Powered Disk Lights

• Completely solar powered; no wiring or batteries needed
• Place along the floor of your boat for added illumination, or mount using a hook and loop system
• Each Disk Light features 8 LEDs that can provide up to 10 hours of light
• Durable and water resistant: LEDs last for 10 years

Nite Ize SlapLit^™ LED Drink Wrap

• Keep track of your drink in the dark
• Features two recoiling steel bands; slap it around cans, cups or bottles for an insulated grip
• LED light can be set to on, off or flash mode with the push of a button

Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers

What's a day out on the water without music? A portable Bluetooth speaker lets you wirelessly stream your favorite songs from a cell phone or tablet. Here is a list of waterproof speakers perfect for boating:

JBL Go 3 Portable Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker

• Wirelessly stream high-quality sound via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery supports up to 5 hours of playtime
• Housing is IPX7 waterproof

JBL Clip 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

• Wirelessly stream high-quality sound via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery supports up to 10 hours of playtime
• Housing is IPX7 waterproof
• Integrated carabiner allows you to attach the speaker almost anywhere

JBL Flip 5 Portable Bluetooth Waterproof Speaker

• Wirelessly stream high-quality sound via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery supports up to 12 hours of playtime
• Housing is IPX7 waterproof
• PartyBoost mode allows you to pair two JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers for stereo sound

Boating Cell Phone Accessories

Need a way to charge your phone, tablet or other device when you're out on the water? Batteries Plus carries a full selection of power banks and other wireless charging options. You'll also find a variety of PopSockets, as well as mounting kits that allow you to connect your phone to your boat for easy, hands-free use.

Onboard Battery Chargers

Onboard chargers are waterproof battery chargers that are permanently connected to your boat. Many of them feature several separate battery chargers (called "banks") in a single casing. This allows you to charge all of your boat's batteries simultaneously once you reach land. Here are some of the most popular onboard charging options:

X2Power 2-Bank 8-Amp Automatic Onboard Marine Battery Charger

• Fully automatic; safely protects against reverse polarity, overcharging and overheating
• Two 4-amp chargers in one; can charge 2 batteries simultaneously
• Water resistant up to 4.9 feet (1.5 meters)
• Can be permanently mounted on or inside a boat

NOCO GEN5X3 3-Bank 15-Amp Onboard Battery Charger

• Fully automatic; safely protects against under- and overcharging
• Three 5-amp chargers in one; can charge 3 batteries simultaneously
• Selectable charging modes are compatible with all types of lead acid and lithium-ion batteries
• Waterproof with an ingress protection rating of IP68

NOCO GENPRO10X4 4-Bank 40-Amp Onboard Battery Charger

• Fully automatic; safely protects against under- and overcharging
• Four 10-amp chargers in one; can charge 4 batteries simultaneously
• Selectable charging modes are compatible with all types of lead acid and lithium-ion batteries
• Waterproof with an ingress protection rating of IP68

Stock Up for Boating Season at Batteries plus

Batteries Plus has everything you need to power your aquatic adventures. If you're new to the world of boating, you'll find answers to some of the mostly commonly asked questions in our blog. Some popular boating topics include "Why Do Boats Have 2 Batteries?" and "How to Find the Right Battery Charger for Your Boat."