Booster cables and jumper cables are both extremely useful tools when it comes to jump-starting a vehicle, but there are some key differences between the two. Booster cables, also known as "boosters" or battery chargers, have a much lower current than traditional jumper cables. This makes them ideal for charging smaller batteries in things like motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and lawn mowers. Jumper cables on the other hand typically provide more current so that they can be used with larger car batteries in order to start an engine. Booster cables come with clamps on both ends of the cable while jumper cables only come with one set of clamps at one end; this means that booster cables can be connected from one battery to another without having to use another person's help whereas jumper cable require two people - one at each end of the cable - in order to make sure everything is hooked up correctly. Additionally, booster cable technology has advanced over time so that many models now include features such as reverse hookup protection which helps protect your car’s electrical system from any damage caused by incorrect connections.