I tested Costco, AC Delco, Sunbeam and IKEA near the end of the rechargeable AA battery video. Thanks for watching! ua-cam.com/video/0A1GvQ40j0Q/v-deo.html Here are the batteries tested in this video. Thank you and best regards, Todd Amazonbasics: amzn.to/3aNFFI7 Energizer: amzn.to/2EsGLgi Duracell Quantum: amzn.to/2COEETG Duracell: amzn.to/2EnP4KD Rayovac: amzn.to/31lwsne Enegizer Lithium: amzn.to/3aVdF5G Eveready: amzn.to/32aToFa
I was told lithium is the choice for anything that is subjected to subzero temps like leaving a flashlight in your car over a northern winter, as they do not freeze.
@@adamziemanis4120 Yes lithium batteries will outperform alkaline batteries in cold weather due to having a higher energy density. Both batteries do poorly an extreme cold weather and both will probably freeze at around the same temperature. In some cases, cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to burst and leak. For that reason alone it would be better to use lithium batteries where freezing temperatures put your devices at risk of damage. I should also mention that there are now solid-state lithium batteries that are even safer. But they come at a premium price. But unlike the AA lithium batteries, these are rechargeable.
why this channel is one of the best - doesnt start with a shitty intro - basically doesnt give a sh*t about brands - unbiased results - no sweet talks - no raid legends sponsorship - "we're gonna test that"
No criticism intended here, but I would have done it slightly different. I would have loaded all the testing slots with the same battery and then done that for every different companies battery and averaged the results, just to rule out errors in battery manufacturing and the discharger as well. It would in all honesty come to the same result. Awesome reasearch and look forward to more consumer information like this.
@@ProjectFarm It's true. Your model is ingeniously simple. You're putting in the wok that consumer reports used to, only this time it's with common products that effect us all. Your methods are sound, and you've got the technical chops to pull them off without compromising scientific integrity.
Alot has changed in the last few years. Every manufacturer has looked for ways to reduce cost since covid. You should conduct this test again and see if the results are the same. Love your channel! Great work
@@4nd3rzzon maybe. But this is what youtube was intended for. Fortunately there are still top notch channels out here, like this one. And they are the reason I even stick around on youtube.
I’ve watched all your videos, and for some reason this one has blown my mind the most. It seems there’s no situation where a Dollar General battery is of good value. Great work!
Would definitely really like to see your AAA video. You have the most informative breakdowns by far. I don’t watch all your videos all the time because I’m not always in the market to see which product is better than another. But when I am looking for a specific product and want to know which one is best, your videos are priceless.
Can we just appreciate that the battery draining tests took, on average, A FULL DAY. All in, this video took a few weeks just to drain the batteries, much less record the results, and relaying that information to us. Good on you, sir, for saving us the time and effort of testing these for ourselves.
@Ebiegberi Adonkie In life everyone is trying to maximize profits, you don't go into any business or job to lose money. If you weren't a greedy government welfare fed jealous loser you'd see that to be true.
@Victor Camargo Can the math equation expert explain us the uneducated why Amazon doesn't pay almost any taxes for example? And how corporations are good for the common people when they are rigging the system?
I just discovered this video today and I can’t say how appreciative I am for you doing this. I’m know going to dive into your channel and see what other valuable information you have
Yeah, but he must be in love with the sound of his own voice, when an Excel spread sheet would provide the data in a glimpse. Which, he did at the end. His chatter was not needed.
@@sunzeneise -- With any test, it's important to know the methods used, and it helps to see the data unfolding, too. I hope you're more careful when you evaluate the statistics presented in political arguments. Besides, Mr. Project Farm is entertaining and energetic.
sunzeneise - I’m sure you could find that dull-as-dust spreadsheet on the web. For the rest of us it was good to see the full methodology. He fast-forwarded massively through the dull bits, as indeed can you.
@@dramchaser1022 that's when you tell them, I haven't seen the right batteries for this. Of course don't lie, personally I'm highly against it , but just don't look in the places where they might have them, or you might run across them. Then you're screwed and you've got to buy them and now you're starting from scratch again. I say don't ever lie to your kids, no one wants to bring up a liar or condone it but while they're young enough you can fudge a little and still not lie, yeah???
I was welding this morning and my angle grinder battery died, and swapped it out, then had the idea of you making a battery video and see a battery video up now! Coincidences? I think not.
I went to Walmart last week and researched which double A battery was best and watched a ton of videos but none of them were very reliable as there were many factors in each that could've prevented real, consistent results. This video is probably going to get the most views out of all the other videos with time. I'm calling it Project Farm.
Project Farm When you are going to test rechargable batteries, buy the LADDA 2500 batteries at IKEA. They are $5, rebranded Eneloop Pro, and they are the Best!!!
Thanks for the tests. One thing to note: If a cell is marked 'Heavy Duty', it means that it is an older technology simple Zinc Carbon (a.k.a. Zinc Chloride) cell. The title is a throwback to the days when only Zn-C/ ZnCl Leclanché cells and batteries were available for portable equipment. The 'Heavy Duty' descriptor meant that the cell could sustain a higher current than standard cells of the time without depolarising. That's why the portable, battery-powered light was called a 'flashlight'; you could only flash the light for short periods before having to wait for the battery to recover. Once 'Heavy Duty' cells became available, flashlights could be used as torches - i.e. continuously - and the old-fashioned name, 'flashlight' was dropped in the U.K. (It still persists in the U/S.) Nowadays, we call them 'torches' for good reason. Unfortunately, and mainly because of the ineptitude of legislators, manufacturers were never required to state the cell capacity on the label. So once Alkaline cells became available, they were allowed to continue to describe the inferior cells as 'Heavy Duty'. The outdated Standard Duty cells were discontinued, some years later. People around the globe are duped by the now misleading name to this day. *We need a worldwide concerted campaign to persuade lawmakers to require manufacturers to state clearly the minimum guaranteed capacity on each cell.* (Not tucked away on a website, as we find today.) That will go some way towards restricting the ongoing dishonest behaviour of cell manufacturers. It has only been enforced with rechargeable cells, so far.
Flash light came from the Germans the light had a small hand crank generator when the handle was turned it would light up causing it to flash but wouldn't stay on continually thus a flash flashlight
If you go on eBay, you can find loads of "9800mah" 18650 cells that only put out around 10% of their advertised capacity. The genuine batteries have genuine capacities but the fake ones that are rampant on eBay do not.
Well said, and NEVER NEVER put non rechargeable batteries into your little power outlet chargers, some advertising i have seen suggests this is possible, it corrodes the hell out of the terminals in your charger, maybe they give off a corrosive gas,I don't know but it stuffed mine.
Zinc Carbon batteries are great for low power and intermittent use devices such as tv remote controls, smoke detectors, and clocks. They deliver the power for a longer time at cheaper cost in those types of devices. It isn't inferior, simply meant for specific use. Alkaline batteries are good for other things like electric toothbrushes, toys, and game controllers. Lithium batteries are specifically designed for higher drain devices that also need to be lightweight such as the point and shoot digital cameras with built-built-in flashes everyone used to have. They also make good helmet lights for workers as extra weight is uncomfortable for extended periods. All in all, there are different battery types for different applications. It helps to know what the right tool for the job is to make the most of your money.
I like the Energizer over the Duracell mostly because the Duracell batteries seem to leak more than the Energizers. If you could find a way to test for leakage, that would make an awesome video!
I went to Energizer Max for everything once an expensive flashlight was ruined by leaking batteries. I would definitely be interested to see if I’m wasting money:)
Lithium batteries would never leak. Unfortunately they are way too expensive now. But, in my experience Energizer max doesn't leak as easily or quickly as Duracell
@Project Farm batteries tend to leak if they are fully discharged. This is due to the electrolyte that is eating up the zinc around the o ring gasket. If you want to test leakage the fastest way is bringing up the temp while shorting the battery with somewhat like a 10 ohms resistance.
Should have tried the Dollar General Alkaline battery not the heavy duty ,that is what I use for my game camera,s that take 8 AA batteries .The Dollar General heavy duty battery does not last long for me .The Duracell batteries are too expensive compared to the DG alkaline batteries .
@@ProjectFarm is the absolute, best channel on UA-cam when it comes to product information. We love finding out how well the products hold up from someone that is totally honest and unbiased. Thank you, thank you sir. Best regards.
I switched to standard Energizer batteries years ago. They've just always seemed to last longer than most brands, including Duracell. It's good to know Energizer is the better choice.
The advantage of the Energizer Lithium is when you need cold temperature performance. They are highly recommended when you have an outdoor application. It would be pretty neat to run the test again at freezing and hot day temp equivalents.
@@colinsouthern yep. For my EoTech red dot and my Gen 3 night vision, lithium AA all the way. Not worth saving a couple dollars to risk a corrosion problem.
Love this video. I am a flight medic in the Air Force and our comm systems run on AA's. The lithiums feel like the way to go since they last the longest, allowing me to focus on the tasks at hand
Absolutely, they all have their place. That's why they are premium. Safer and longer. It's all relevent. If u can change batteries often like toys or clocks etc the cheaper ones are the go.
@@yohellghost2115 Well even then he shows the cheap one's arent the way to go. You may not need to go energizer lithium but you'd want to go energizer or amazon basics to get the best value for your money. Really at no point are the dollar store/harbor freight (cheap) batteries the way to go. You waste your money and barely get any juice. Thats the take away from this video..
@@AwesomeMan2696 I said cheaper ones. Not the the rock bottom cheap and nasty ones. They are just trash. Just like buying eBay no-name power tool batteries, absolute rubbish that don't last a month.
I watched this video years ago and it really has influenced how i use batteries. For TV remotes, the cheapo batteries are just fine, its coin flip odds on whether the batteries die or corrode first. But for the important things and high-power devices such as a digital camera w/flash or an RC car, nothing beats the Energizer. And for everything in-between, the Amazon Basics are great! Thank you for continuing to make great videos Mr Farm!
I use a lot of batteries in trail cameras and would really love to see rechargeables vs energizer and energizer lithiums. Cold weather testing would be great too. Great job on all your videos! One of the best on UA-cam! Thank you.
Some years back the company I worked for did a join project with an Israeli military contractor. They tested every brand, type, and size of readily portable battery AAA, AA, C, D, 9v ( not rechargeable as they are not practical in the field), for longevity at maximum load. This was a very high drain application. I don't have the raw data for you, but they determined that, of all the brands and sizes available at the time, the Energizer AA performed the best In all temperature/humidity conditions.
I have some experience with the lithium batteries. Both while in the military in Afghan and when I hiked the Appalachian Trail, I used lithiums and they do last longer in the cold. I was using alkaline batteries twice as fast or more in the cold months.
@@jbdavis2933Hey brother thank you for your service. Hats off to you. I haven't used lithium's before only alkaline, but I have found energizer to be the absolute worst at leaking followed by Duracell. I'm in Texas, little bit warmer so to speak, so I wonder did they leak in Afghanistan? Much obliged for your insight. BW
I’m a professional photographer, and I use a camera-mounted strobe “speedlite” frequently. The problem with alkaline batteries in this unit is that as you use them the recycle time (the time it takes for the strobe to get back to full power) keeps increasing. Lithium batteries, on the other hand, maintain their rapid recycle time until the battery is drained, at which point the strobe just doesn’t recycle. In any job where you have to shoot quickly (e.g. weddings) recycle time is critical. After using lithiums for several years I discovered the Panasonic Eneloop rechargeable batteries. It turns out that they have similar characteristics to lithiums, but they’re rechargeable. And it further turns out that the Amazon Basics rechargeable batteries are similar to the Eneloops. That’s all I use now.
I'm a wedding photographer and in the manual for canon flashes, says do not use lithium batteries as explosions can occur due to heat being generated. Lithium batteries are indeed better in flashes, however they get extremely hot and can damage a flash if you aren't careful.
Wow ! Thats strange ! Ive used NI Mh type batteries for like 10 years! They existed before lithium was main stream! And for sure they can deliver a lot of current even when it almost dead. Very useful for application when you need a lot of current. Also they are very safe you can just shot its terminals and it would heat and heat and still wont burst until it heats up a lot. As a teen I used them In all thing from rc toy to pocket digital cameras
Since the price keep changing, I used your MAH measurements to re-calculate the "MAH per penny". For a 20 pack at this time, both Duracell and Energizer edged the "Amazon Basics" (offered better value) so went with Energizer. Great video!
Thank you! Excellent breakdown, especially the mAh/penny. I use a lot of AA in my trailcams and suspected Duracell was lasting longer than the Rayovac. Thinking some day I’d run head to head tests in identical flashlights, but this was HUGELY better. ^THIS is in my opinion one of the most useful videos I have seen.
I’m always blown away by the high quality content you produce. Some of these videos do not even apply to me, but I watch them anyway. Love this channel!
Every test I've seen on batteries has shown the Energizer to be the best there is. I was pleasantly surprised to learn from your video that Amazon Basics AA batteries are the best value overall. That is really valuable information! Thanks Todd! And YES! Please do the AAA batteries and the rechargeables. I use a ton of AAA batteries as well and have rechargeables, though don't use them much. And you will notice that rechargeables are slightly bigger than regular batteries, making them a tight fit in some battery compartments.
I'm very interested in this test as well. AAA both rechargeable and non rechargeable is probably the battery type I use the most. I tend to use Eneloop Pro for flashlights around the house, Eneloop regular for things like remotes that don't have as fast of a drain, and Energizer Lithium for flashlights on backpacking trips when I don't want to bother with packing spares or bringing a power bank to charge batteries. Also, now I finally have proof to tell my dad to stop buying those harbor freight batteries that not only need to be replaced every other day but also leak and ruin everything they're used in.
It also depends if you need the battery life. As someone that firms I would paid extra for longer battery life cause changing them every hour is a pain and someone you miss what you wanted to record.
I've been using Amazon Basics for the past couple of years in my trail cameras and I've been pleased with the performance. I felt they were the best value and your test confirms that. Thanks! I'm going to keep using them.
Iexpedite1 the thing I really love about them over alkaline batteries is when they finally shit the bed they don’t usually leak inside of the device corroding away the terminals if you’re lucky, circuit board traces and vias if you’re less lucky :-/
@@JamesReedy Alkaline batteries shouldn´t do that either, however it can happen with certain brands. Try the Ikea ones, I´ve never had one leaking. However I remember the ones from Aldi (German supermarket) having destroyed something I used to own (don´t know what).
Can confirm that. We had those things up to 100000 ft on high altitude balloons. They got frozen to -50 C and still performed flawlessly, even when sourcing a hundred mA.
@@ProjectFarm Duracell AAA batteries LEAK. I won't buy them anymore. I've had them leak in the sealed pkg. Stored in my 'stash' in the bedroom closet at around 75 deg. Also they have ruined several devices .
Rechargeable Hearing aid batteries if your lucky, last about two and a half to three years, then need to be replaced, How can you test the rechargables? Id like to know what brand would be the best!Or last the longest. TYheres bsicly two types, one is the battries are built into the Aids, and the other ones are replaceable. im writing this in 2021, and the batteries are stronger now than several tears ago, "new"
@@salmanila1334 funny you mention this. I buy those bulk packs where you get like 20 batteries. I went to the drawer today to get 2 AAA Duracells and 3/4 of the package had a rusty brown coloured material over all the batteries. That package was maybe 6 months old snd stored in a dry, room temperature drawer. I won’t be buying Duracell again anyways after watching this video… I’ll go with Energizer from now on.
Ive watched quite a few of Todds videos by now and I have to say, as interesting as the info on batteries is, what's more interesting is seeing how much progress he has made in the last 6 years at producing these videos. Keep up the good work!
They used to be equal like back in the 70's and 80's. However today, I have used both on the same clock and the Energizer has outlasted the Duracell every time. It is unfortunate, I used to swear by Duracell but not these days.
@@toysoldier46552 They used to be equal in the 70s and 80s. I remember distinctly however energizer took a dip in the 90s. My gameboy lasted longer with duracell every time. But they did come back in the early 00s while duracell then declined pretty bad infact until around 2010. But they still arent as good as they once were.
The lithium batteries have two additional advantages - they don’t leak when stored in a device and they have a longer storage life. Lots of alkaline batteries say they are leak proof, but I’ve seen plenty of those leak.
Alkaline batteries used to not leak, period. Even after discharge they could sit for years. Now they leak before they die, and Duracell seems to be the worst. I've got a sneaking suspicion this is related to the new greener and less toxic formulations. The original designs just had to work, which simply meant provide power until it ran down, and then don't leak. When you add new priorities to the design of a product, you often compromise the original performance. Getting rid of mercury in alkaline batteries is a good thing. However, it was there for a reason, and I wonder if it somehow served to suppress hydrogen gas formation, which causes the pressure buildup that leads to leakage in alkaline batteries. I've switched to lithium exclusively in stuff I care about. You have to include in the price equation the time and money spent cleaning, repairing or replacing equipment damaged or destroyed by leakage. Some of my stuff, like a 30+ year old remote control for some stereo equipment I have, would be well-nigh irreplaceable. Fortunately, alkaline leakage cleans up easier and seems to be less corrosive than the acidic leakage from old zinc-carbon batteries.
Any time I have a question on products to buy I will ALWAYS check this channel. I've viewed this video on an off many times over the past several years to remind myself on what batteries to buy. THANK YOU for the excellent content and the thorough examination and testing of products that consumers use daily.
Makes for a good High School project. Demonstrates the principle that even electrons have mass. Too bad so many High Schools are prevented from operating by idiotic politicians and unions uninterested in real education and science.
@Sharron Clark I agree. Duracells leaking have ruined more of my flashlights than any other brand. I am also a firm believer in Rayovac for my long term seldom used lights. After watching this, I will be checking out the Amazon Basics.
I've already done this test with 10 year Duracell AA batteries and they FAILED. About 60% of the batteries in several 24 packs that I had started to leak at about the 6-year mark. The batteries were in my basement where it is cool and dry. I also had some big packs of AAA batteries leak well before the 10-year advertised life too. I was quite disappointed and have switched to Amazon Basics.
Todd, I have been a fan of you and your channel. I discovered this video yesterday and just realized that it was made in 2018. I do not expect the older heavy duty batteries to compete against the newer alkaline and lithium batteries. There are many establishments selling their own brand of AA alkaline batteries now (Costco Kirkland, Sam's Club, Harbor Freight Thunderbolt EDGE,...). I would love to see an updated video.
I used to tap mine together they make a hollow sound when they're discharged and a more solid and they're full. Thank you again for all your great content
@@ProjectFarm Duracell rechargables are horrible for the price, they error on both my chargers and cheap supermarket ones don't. As a Lifitng inspector I use a lot of rechargables batteries for lamps on helmets and torches so I would LOVE a independent test of the known brands :D
Po 66 Ikea and Eneloop are made in the same factory :) Same goes for Fujitsu. And they will all outperform single use batteries, well maybe not the lithium ones. Also NiMH and lithium are better suited for high drain devices, such as flashlights, strobes and such. Being 3-4USD/Pc there are much better buy than primaries. Also Li-ion's are way ahead of NiMH in terms of capacity. One Sanyo 18650 GA has the same capacity as 4 best Eneloops, costs about 5USD, and can be drained with 7-10A without any problem.
This is some of the best content I’ve ever watched on UA-cam! Thank you PF for all the no nonsense, non sponsored info you produce. I’m still thinking of a project for you to do, I’ll be sure and post it once I think of a good one!
Do a rechargeable test and make sure to include the Ikea Rechargeables. They are a re branded sanyo eneloop and awesome performing cells. I have used enough rechargeables over 25 years to know.
It’s been nearly 40 years since I performed my AA battery test, using a simpler setup, since I didn’t have a nice testing tool like the one you used. However, the Energizer was the top performer even back then, with Duracell in a fairly close second. The overall capacities have surely improved, but the relative ranking hasn’t changed.
True, I think the biggest takeaway is that you don't save any money by buying garbage harbor fraud or dollar general batteries, you're just going to replace a lot more batteries..
@@matrixist The Energizer Lithium are a completely different cell chemistry, they don't leak. Every other alkaline leaks at some point. People speculate they have become worse and they were all higher quality in the past. I'm not sure if that's true, but I don't trust alkalines anymore. I either use Lithium or Eneloop rechargeables for everything that is worth more than 20 bucks.
Yet another AWESOME, useful, helpful and professionally done test and video!!! I too use a significant number of double A batteries around our farm and ultimately, it’s a balancing act between value and life. A better value yet having a shorter life isn’t necessarily the better choice when your device dies at the most in opportune time which is when they always seem to die. For me, the good balance is a reasonable endurance without an astronomical price. This makes the standard Enegizer my best choice. I did start using the Enegizer Lithium in my camera equipment because ultimately I prefer maximum field use without having to change batteries. Thank you again for answering yet another one of life’s “million dollar questions”!!
Dude, I've always wanted to do this and always wondered what the best battery is, THANK YOU! Here are some of my thoughts: * From my experience I will tell you that I have found that Duracell batteries leak more often (almost ten to one) more than any other battery. * It's important to note that you may want to consider that while the Amazon Basics battery is bringing you the most power for your penny, the time it takes to have to stop what you're doing and change batteries makes an excellent case for buying a more expensive battery that may last longer - because time is also money. * It's important to note that some manufacturers of electronic equipment specifically state that you should not use a lithium battery in their equipment. Kwikset digital locks is one of them. After getting tired of replacing batteries so often I actually went against their advice and used lithium batteries in my digital lock. I've been doing it for years and there have been no bad ramifications and I absolutely love the fact that I only have to replace those batteries about once a year now compared to about once every 4-5 months. * Truth be known, lithium batteries are really no competition for alkaline batteries because a lithium battery will outperform alkaline battery any day of the week, however, it is good to see how they perform as an option.
To answer your question…YES, , I would love to see a battery test for AAA batteries! That is actually what I was looking for. Also, if you read the reviews by *Personal* users on consumer reports, there are a lot of complaints about the Duracell Quantum batteries LEAKING. A leak test would be excellent, as well!☺️ Just found your site today and I will be recommending it to my husband!
i would say... and this is just my opinion... theres no point in doing a AAA test... we already know which brands put what in quality and.. based off the AA results I would bet it would be the same in the AAA category. Same batteries just a bit smaller size
While I understand the thought behind Feras’ reply, I do think there’s value in testing the AAA batteries. Obviously they aren’t made exactly the same way so there might be a performance difference.
Rayovacs are cheapest trash, no thanks. Those damn things will leak, EVERY TIME, if you even think of leaving them in when you're not using them. Do yourself a favor, skip that cheap garbage.
@@jpcreativeimagery Well... you aren't supposed to leave batteries inside your device if you're not going to use it for more than a week. Also use the cheapest carbon-zink batteries for low power, long term usage like remote controllers. I learnt his the hard way and had a nasty remote controller (I was 12 at the time and was properly educated in batteries after).
I've been a Duracell faithful since the late 80's. I think now I will be jumping to the pink bunny. For a budget I will also consider amazon basics after energizer. Thanks for the extensive research. Liked how you made a ghost comparison of the bounce effect. Awesome job great detail.
Michael Alvarez That’s what I was saying this whole video man I’ve been being way too faithful to Duracell when Energizer lithium is way better than the quantum I’ve been wasting my money on.
I'm a former Duracell addict... but lately I'm weening off that brand and going with Rayovac (yes battery addiction can be dangerous to your wallet lol)... cheaper and about the same performance if not better. ymmv
@@BillAnt Unless Rayovac changed to the newer technology... I've always had bad experiences with other brands except Duracell. Even the Energizer battery seems to fall short of the Duracell's capability/durability.
@Mars Flee < Not sure what has changed in Rayovac, but for low amperage draw devices like remotes and such it works perfectly fine. The difference seems to be so minor that it's does not warrant to spend the extra buck per battery. and I used to be one of those "Ewww! Rayovac!" guys too. lol
I really like your videos….you use layman language most can relate to and then put the dollar amount in the mix you cover it all !!! One of the best videos we are pretty convinced you are not a sales person for a singular brand I’m very happy I came across your videos accidentally…makes a little happier for me..your not getting paid to favor a certain brand….I thank you for what you do….very important to most of us ?!?!
An important consideration with a private label like the Amazon battery is consistency. At any given time they might be contracting with a different manufacturer so you really don't know what battery you're getting. In theory with the name brands you should always get a consistent result.
I work with clients that manufacture for private labeling. Not only can you not be certain that it will remain the same over time, there can be more than one private label suppliers at any given time.
This is true. One would think that a company as large as Amazon would perform rigorous quality engineering sample testing before adding a mfr to sell under their brand. However, this info is considered trade secret (and not accessible to the public).
EXCELLENT VIDEO. After trying many batteries over the years, I have ended up with the Energizer Lithium for one simple reason: I have never had one leak. Duracell used to be in that category, but they changed something in their manufacturing a few years ago, and are now on par with the Amazon Basics and Kirkland batteries. Keep them in an appliance long enough (often less than one year) and they will leak, even in room temperature conditions. In fact, I recently saw a Duracell 9V battery leaking IN ITS CASE, on the shelf at Costco. My tools are too expensive for me to care much about the cost of high quality batteries. Having said all that, we do use the Amazon Basics for lit up Christmas decor, and throw them away at the end of the season. Thanks for the awesome video!
Absolutely! I think they are a bit more challenging to test however. Charging rate / discharge rate. Would be really worth watching!! You do a really great job on these videos! I'm sure you stayed a lot cleaner on this one then sum of the other ones LOL.
I would love to challenge this guy to do a test on these batteries myself. For one, I use them, for 2, there's many different variables between them and a whole lotta lies to get you to buy them...mostly cause many companies rewrap others and brand them as their own. But you have differences like Mah, voltage, initial amps, holding amps...etc. good luck. But not something I see him doing anyway.
I am transitioning over completely to li-ion and have had good success with my rechargable lithium in a 9V package. I purchased several lithium ion batteries in a AA package that are regulated to 1.5 volts and charge via micro USB(5v). I also have some 3.7V li-ion cells that are AA package but unregulated, I am careful with those and have made AA dummy batteries out of a dowel and copper tape to power all of my 3.+V LED strings and such. I volunteered to do analysis on some of those and submit them to "Project Farm" person(s), I really appreciate the time and effort these UA-camrs put in. PS. Just over the border from California, in Nevada they are building some new li-ion cells that are even bigger than the 18650 package, I am looking forward to that! I think Elon Musk/Tesla is going to soak all of those up but they will eventually hit the market(where is the competition?)
There is already a LOT of testing being done on 18650 batteries by knowledgeable people. Imho there would be no point. Look at lygte-info.dk for example. You can se extensive tests with advanced information and compare allmost all 18650's out there.
Anecdotally, I've had at least a dozen Amazon rechargeable AAs that I use for all my remote controls, flashlights and game controllers. They are pretty reliable for those devices and can last a few years.
I have about 16 AA Eneloops and 8 AAAs - part of the Costco multipack - and I must say the amount of pollution it has saved the environment not to mention the cost savings makes me very happy. Xbox and Wii controllers with their force feedback vibration motors seem to just chew through batteries, even the 2300 mah Eneloops!
Id imagine the results would be the same as the only difference is size not output, IIRC all batteries are AVG of 1.5V so Energizer would most likely be the best still
@@ProjectFarm Was going to make this comment, glad I checked first! I would be happy to send a pack for testing if you don't have a costco near you(just tag me and I'll post contact email if so desired).
Blew my mind right here. I always bought Duracell when possible and always thought Energizer was just a little better than the cheap brands. Always seemed that Duracell lasted longer in the remotes, but looks like Energizer been stepping up to the plate. Great video you just saved me money. 💰
You may, or may not be correct, a regular infrared remote control uses so little energy that the battery's self-discharge rate will usually be greater. The battery with the most time remaining on its shelf life will likely last the longest in that application. This test, whilst useful is only one way to judge performance, even the 100mA test (Not mAH as the graphs incorrectly show) is actually pretty high current draw from AA batteries, how many devices do you have that will drain batteries in less than 4 hours? It's actually a very complex topic and 'which battery is best?' is not a question that has just one answer. It's like asking which vehicle is best.
It’s interesting how this channel started, it was a lot different and enjoyable! I absolutely love what it has become though, it’s amazing there isn’t 10 million subscribers! 👍
Can you please test rechargable AAs. Most importantly Eneloop Pro vs. the big variant of the IKEA rechargable batteries because all evidence points to them being the same battery.
All Ni-Mh that are made in Japan are all made in the same factory (Fujistsu). ie: Eneloop Pro, Ikea Ladda High Capacity, Amazonbasics High Capacity, etc.
I've been using Energizer Ultimate Lithium for about 15 years now. Advantages: high capacity, can be stored for a long time and also work very well in the cold. And most importantly: no leakage so far! With almost all alkaline batteries, sooner or later I had the problem that they leaked - regardless of their discharge status. This phenomenon even completely destroyed some devices. Regardless of whether it is low consumers such as a wall clock or high consumers such as flash units - Energizer Ultimate Lithium reliably supplies all types of devices with power.
Only place I've had a problem with the Lithium units is TI graphing calculators. Their voltage is a little higher and they make the screen fully dark even with the brightness all the way down.
Awesome job! I do use rechargeable AA and AAA in household items, remotes, etc. As well as in RC transmitters. I think that would be a good showdown too! Keep up the good thorough testing man!
@@jonathanrogers9961 they are good. I had some 2000mih ones I used in a small RC car. They were so good it popped wheelies and broke both diffs as well as all 4 axles. Unfortunately I left one of them in a clock that was in a camper we sold :( so now I only have 3.
ASAP Killerr - for those in a hurry here's the results, for those interested in the science, it's here too for when you have time to watch. Sometimes you need batteries right away or you're going to the store and remember this video you saw and it's good to be able to have the results handy to refer to (thanks Greyztone!). I wish all videos - especially product reviews and comparisons like this one- had an index of sorts, like DVD Chapters. Maybe the next version of UA-cam will offer such things, until then much thanks to folks like Greyztone for sharing where the practical part of the info is located, and of course to the video producer who has performed the tests and documented the results to help us make an informed purchase!
I’m thinking it’s time for an updated video testing some new batteries like harbor freights thunderbolt edge to see if they’re any better. Love your content!
yep, they are made at the same factory as eneloop batteries, it's quite obvious to tell as there is only 1 factory where those batteries come from that can produce a battery with that specification. Its quite likely they are the B grade or A- grade batteries eneloop reject or they are a separate production run.
Yeah, I bought some of those and they're comparable to my eneloops so far. One thing the eneloops seem to be really good for is high current drains, like camera flashes. If I had to buy primary cells though, I think Ikea's regular AA's are made by varta and surprisingly good value for the money, may not be the case in the US though.
Glad to see this video. I am looking for a new favorite brand since Duracell has let me down so many times over the last few years. My problem has not been how long they last, but how much they leak. I have had Duracells leak in several Maglites and even my house door lock. I called Duracell and had them reimburse me for the Maglites their batteries destroyed. I was able to clean up the corrosion that the batteries caused in my door lock. I am very disappointed in Duracell because of this and will not be using them any more. Note: this is with AA size batteries. I do not know if it extends to other sizes, but I am not willing to take the chance.
I was just about to buy some batteries on Amazon, then I thought “ I bet project farm has a video on this”. I was not disappointed, thank you project farm!
Great overview. It was nice to see this data put into this format The energizer and the Duracell are a close match in terms of price. I had no idea how bad the cheap batteries were.
eNm, Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate your advice on this test! You've got an amazing channel and I absolutely LOVE the free energy video you recently put together. Thanks again!
@@ProjectFarm I was wondering if you could test the Vape batteries for the next project? Batteries like the LG 18650 3000mAh 3.7v batteries against it's competitors? Vape batteries would be an interesting project to do I feel. :)
The Lithiums by a mile. They effectively have zero self-discharge, maintain a stable voltage for far longer into the life-cycle, and unlike alkaline they won't leak acid into your electronics (the chemistry isn't capable of leakage). ...The application they were originally specifically designed for is low current long duration electronics. Having said that I do personally use rechargables or buy good quality alkalines for high-discharge applications as the price/W is quite a bit lower, but for low draw applications I'll go with Energiser lithiums every single time without fail.
Partially because many remotes can be different. Plus the bulk of people just put cheap batteries in remotes anyways because of their low-power usage. The times it does matter is with things like cameras or other portable devices that use a lot of power--that's when it may pay to put a more expensive battery in.
In addition, we use Energizer Lithiums in our pinball machines not because they last longer (though that is nice), but because they won’t leak if you forget to change them before they die. Leaks from Alkalines do a lot damage to the PCBs the batteries are mounted on.
@@fredhamilton1701 My experience too. I've had other brands, including other premium brands, leak and kill kit. The Energizer lithium cells are expensive, but they have a great energy capacity and I've not had any leak on me yet.
I tested Costco, AC Delco, Sunbeam and IKEA near the end of the rechargeable AA battery video. Thanks for watching! ua-cam.com/video/0A1GvQ40j0Q/v-deo.html
Here are the batteries tested in this video. Thank you and best regards, Todd
Amazonbasics: amzn.to/3aNFFI7
Energizer: amzn.to/2EsGLgi
Duracell Quantum: amzn.to/2COEETG
Duracell: amzn.to/2EnP4KD
Rayovac: amzn.to/31lwsne
Enegizer Lithium: amzn.to/3aVdF5G
Eveready: amzn.to/32aToFa
Project Farm excellent.
you forgot the ikea batteries??😂
Wow you really made that test far better than I could have expected.
I was told lithium is the choice for anything that is subjected to subzero temps like leaving a flashlight in your car over a northern winter, as they do not freeze.
@@adamziemanis4120
Yes lithium batteries will outperform alkaline batteries in cold weather due to having a higher energy density. Both batteries do poorly an extreme cold weather and both will probably freeze at around the same temperature. In some cases, cold temperatures can cause alkaline batteries to burst and leak. For that reason alone it would be better to use lithium batteries where freezing temperatures put your devices at risk of damage.
I should also mention that there are now solid-state lithium batteries that are even safer. But they come at a premium price. But unlike the AA lithium batteries, these are rechargeable.
why this channel is one of the best
- doesnt start with a shitty intro
- basically doesnt give a sh*t about brands
- unbiased results
- no sweet talks
- no raid legends sponsorship
- "we're gonna test that"
Thanks for watching!
And these videos were _not_ sponsored by Nord VPN or SkillShare!
Great video, but horrific 'music', if that's what that was. Jesus
even he thanked very straight forward
Yes . .. this is my guide in buying things.. 😁
Proper unbiased testing, minimal shit talking....its like I've waited my whole life for this guy. Keep up the good work my friend
Thank you for the feedback!
plus that strong american accent 😁
nick chondros . Exactly!!
What about 0:34 - 2:18
No criticism intended here, but I would have done it slightly different. I would have loaded all the testing slots with the same battery and then done that for every different companies battery and averaged the results, just to rule out errors in battery manufacturing and the discharger as well. It would in all honesty come to the same result. Awesome reasearch and look forward to more consumer information like this.
This guy is easily putting out some of the most valuable information available on youtube
Thanks for the nice comment!
@@ProjectFarm It's true. Your model is ingeniously simple. You're putting in the wok that consumer reports used to, only this time it's with common products that effect us all. Your methods are sound, and you've got the technical chops to pull them off without compromising scientific integrity.
Tend to agree 👍
@@ProjectFarm you have saved me hundreds of dollars, I hope you get recommended to more people,
He knows what he’s talking about
Alot has changed in the last few years. Every manufacturer has looked for ways to reduce cost since covid. You should conduct this test again and see if the results are the same. Love your channel! Great work
Thanks for the suggestion.
I would love to see this done again
D battery !
The $6 energizer lithium for a pk 4 2019
2024: $14
Yeah!
Id love to see Panasonic Evolta Neo, Fujitsu Premiums and Varta Lithiums.
This Man and channel should be protected at all cost.
Agreed
He is a saint and a hero.
I agreed. But there is one huge advantage to lithium batteries. They don’t puke there guts out in your device and destroy it. Worth every penny.
Hell yeah
Protected from what?
this has quickly become one of my favorite channels. no nonsense content, honest reviews. this is what youtube is all about.
Thanks for watching!
Unfortunately that's not what youtube is for anymore, it's mainly for mainstream media now
@@4nd3rzzon maybe. But this is what youtube was intended for. Fortunately there are still top notch channels out here, like this one. And they are the reason I even stick around on youtube.
@@JerimyRobinsonFixxxeR yeah there are still some channels left worth watching thankfully
@@ProjectFarm Thanks for recording!
I’ve watched all your videos, and for some reason this one has blown my mind the most. It seems there’s no situation where a Dollar General battery is of good value. Great work!
Thank you!
OMG you watch this channel too?! How’s your Broken collar bone? Hope you get well soon.
Seth's Bike Hacks .......hey Seth......2 of my fav you tubers .....you and project farm. Hope your recovery is going well
Get well soon Seth!
Hi Seth, didn't knew you like strange experiments without bikes also. :)
Would definitely really like to see your AAA video. You have the most informative breakdowns by far. I don’t watch all your videos all the time because I’m not always in the market to see which product is better than another. But when I am looking for a specific product and want to know which one is best, your videos are priceless.
Channels like these open the gateway to a totally different realm in You tube recommendation list.
Thank you very much!
yup... the word "realm" is really the best definition for it.
North
Can we just appreciate that the battery draining tests took, on average, A FULL DAY. All in, this video took a few weeks just to drain the batteries, much less record the results, and relaying that information to us.
Good on you, sir, for saving us the time and effort of testing these for ourselves.
You are welcome!
You should try the Kirkland brand batteries from Costco
They are re-labeled Duracell's.@@henryelias2750
If Darrell liked Energizer, I'm sure I will too.
Thank you for running these tests. I appreciate the data.
Thank you!
@Ebiegberi Adonkie In life everyone is trying to maximize profits, you don't go into any business or job to lose money. If you weren't a greedy government welfare fed jealous loser you'd see that to be true.
@Hassan 2k Whiteside
Fuck the liberals and fuck the greedy corporations that have taken our freedom from us
@Victor Camargo
Office slave
@Victor Camargo
Can the math equation expert explain us the uneducated why Amazon doesn't pay almost any taxes for example? And how corporations are good for the common people when they are rigging the system?
I just discovered this video today and I can’t say how appreciative I am for you doing this. I’m know going to dive into your channel and see what other valuable information you have
Welcome! Thanks so much! Glad to hear!
Everyone should really appreciate this man's work. This is easily the most expensive test ever done.
Thank you very much!
Expensive? Probably got change from $20.
Time consuming? Yes. Looks like one helluva lot of hours went into this vid!
Much appreciated.
Yeah, but he must be in love with the sound of his own voice, when an Excel spread sheet would provide the data in a glimpse. Which, he did at the end. His chatter was not needed.
@@sunzeneise -- With any test, it's important to know the methods used, and it helps to see the data unfolding, too. I hope you're more careful when you evaluate the statistics presented in political arguments. Besides, Mr. Project Farm is entertaining and energetic.
sunzeneise - I’m sure you could find that dull-as-dust spreadsheet on the web. For the rest of us it was good to see the full methodology. He fast-forwarded massively through the dull bits, as indeed can you.
The cheapest batteries for noisy kids toys. No need to prolong the torture.
lol. I agree!
This man is ahead of the curve
The torture does continue after the batteries die. They’ll keep on telling to change the batteries. 😭
@@dramchaser1022 that's when you tell them, I haven't seen the right batteries for this. Of course don't lie, personally I'm highly against it , but just don't look in the places where they might have them, or you might run across them. Then you're screwed and you've got to buy them and now you're starting from scratch again. I say don't ever lie to your kids, no one wants to bring up a liar or condone it but while they're young enough you can fudge a little and still not lie, yeah???
Then they take it out of your remote 🤣
I was welding this morning and my angle grinder battery died, and swapped it out, then had the idea of you making a battery video and see a battery video up now! Coincidences? I think not.
lol. Amazing!
Project Farm yeeeee
Coincidence, no . Synchronicity, yes .
I went to Walmart last week and researched which double A battery was best and watched a ton of videos but none of them were very reliable as there were many factors in each that could've prevented real, consistent results. This video is probably going to get the most views out of all the other videos with time. I'm calling it Project Farm.
Project Farm When you are going to test rechargable batteries, buy the LADDA 2500 batteries at IKEA. They are $5, rebranded Eneloop Pro, and they are the Best!!!
All your videos are such ridiculously high-quality, very scientific-method based content. Instant sub, glad I found this channel!
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Thanks for the tests. One thing to note: If a cell is marked 'Heavy Duty', it means that it is an older technology simple Zinc Carbon (a.k.a. Zinc Chloride) cell. The title is a throwback to the days when only Zn-C/ ZnCl Leclanché cells and batteries were available for portable equipment. The 'Heavy Duty' descriptor meant that the cell could sustain a higher current than standard cells of the time without depolarising. That's why the portable, battery-powered light was called a 'flashlight'; you could only flash the light for short periods before having to wait for the battery to recover. Once 'Heavy Duty' cells became available, flashlights could be used as torches - i.e. continuously - and the old-fashioned name, 'flashlight' was dropped in the U.K. (It still persists in the U/S.) Nowadays, we call them 'torches' for good reason.
Unfortunately, and mainly because of the ineptitude of legislators, manufacturers were never required to state the cell capacity on the label. So once Alkaline cells became available, they were allowed to continue to describe the inferior cells as 'Heavy Duty'. The outdated Standard Duty cells were discontinued, some years later. People around the globe are duped by the now misleading name to this day.
*We need a worldwide concerted campaign to persuade lawmakers to require manufacturers to state clearly the minimum guaranteed capacity on each cell.* (Not tucked away on a website, as we find today.) That will go some way towards restricting the ongoing dishonest behaviour of cell manufacturers. It has only been enforced with rechargeable cells, so far.
Thanks, Rauh. You're pretty smart.
Flash light came from the Germans the light had a small hand crank generator when the handle was turned it would light up causing it to flash but wouldn't stay on continually thus a flash flashlight
If you go on eBay, you can find loads of "9800mah" 18650 cells that only put out around 10% of their advertised capacity. The genuine batteries have genuine capacities but the fake ones that are rampant on eBay do not.
Well said, and NEVER NEVER put non rechargeable batteries into your little power outlet chargers, some advertising i have seen suggests this is possible, it corrodes the hell out of the terminals in your charger, maybe they give off a corrosive gas,I don't know but it stuffed mine.
Zinc Carbon batteries are great for low power and intermittent use devices such as tv remote controls, smoke detectors, and clocks. They deliver the power for a longer time at cheaper cost in those types of devices. It isn't inferior, simply meant for specific use. Alkaline batteries are good for other things like electric toothbrushes, toys, and game controllers. Lithium batteries are specifically designed for higher drain devices that also need to be lightweight such as the point and shoot digital cameras with built-built-in flashes everyone used to have. They also make good helmet lights for workers as extra weight is uncomfortable for extended periods.
All in all, there are different battery types for different applications. It helps to know what the right tool for the job is to make the most of your money.
You're becoming my go-to for everything. I used to go by reviews, now I go by your demonstrations! Thousand times more accurate!
Wow, thank you!
I like the Energizer over the Duracell mostly because the Duracell batteries seem to leak more than the Energizers. If you could find a way to test for leakage, that would make an awesome video!
Thanks for the suggestion.
I went to Energizer Max for everything once an expensive flashlight was ruined by leaking batteries. I would definitely be interested to see if I’m wasting money:)
Lithium batteries would never leak. Unfortunately they are way too expensive now. But, in my experience Energizer max doesn't leak as easily or quickly as Duracell
@Project Farm batteries tend to leak if they are fully discharged. This is due to the electrolyte that is eating up the zinc around the o ring gasket.
If you want to test leakage the fastest way is bringing up the temp while shorting the battery with somewhat like a 10 ohms resistance.
eevblog actually did an experiment, results were inconclusive
“I wouldn’t recommend the harbor freight or Dollar General, unless it’s for a kids toy that you want to die very quickly”... that one got me!😂😂😂🤣🤣
Thanks for the feedback.
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that really made me laugh
@@rogerjoseph2532 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Should have tried the Dollar General Alkaline battery not the heavy duty ,that is what I use for my game camera,s that take 8 AA batteries .The Dollar General heavy duty battery does not last long for me .The Duracell batteries are too expensive compared to the DG alkaline batteries .
You sir, are a hero! All the testing you do to help us out is unmatched! Keep up the good work! And Thank You!
Thanks and you are welcome!
@@ProjectFarm is the absolute, best channel on UA-cam when it comes to product information. We love finding out how well the products hold up from someone that is totally honest and unbiased. Thank you, thank you sir. Best regards.
His smile at the beginning of each video makes me a very happy person.
This channel should be a world heritage site.
I switched to standard Energizer batteries years ago. They've just always seemed to last longer than most brands, including Duracell. It's good to know Energizer is the better choice.
Thanks for the feedback.
Fun fact: Energizer snatched up the Duracell Bunny after they let it go cold.
I switched to Energizer from Duracell as the Eergizer last longer and the Duacell have a problem leaking and destroying things.
@@darrellnewbury5051 Yes! I stopped using Duracell for the same reason. Ruined a couple nice flashlights!
@@darrellnewbury5051 Thank you Darrell. I just wanted to know which battery to buy. If you like Energizer, I'm sure I will too.
The advantage of the Energizer Lithium is when you need cold temperature performance. They are highly recommended when you have an outdoor application. It would be pretty neat to run the test again at freezing and hot day temp equivalents.
Great point
I was going to say this. When you need to know the temperature inside of kegerator to know if the beer is cold enough, you need the lithium batteries.
@@colinsouthern yep. For my EoTech red dot and my Gen 3 night vision, lithium AA all the way. Not worth saving a couple dollars to risk a corrosion problem.
Also, the discharge rate of a lithium is much more linear
@@colinsouthern
Lithium batteries can swell and explode, its common in cheap lithium so just you know that they are not completely innocent,
Love this video. I am a flight medic in the Air Force and our comm systems run on AA's. The lithiums feel like the way to go since they last the longest, allowing me to focus on the tasks at hand
Absolutely, they all have their place. That's why they are premium. Safer and longer. It's all relevent. If u can change batteries often like toys or clocks etc the cheaper ones are the go.
@@yohellghost2115 Well even then he shows the cheap one's arent the way to go. You may not need to go energizer lithium but you'd want to go energizer or amazon basics to get the best value for your money. Really at no point are the dollar store/harbor freight (cheap) batteries the way to go. You waste your money and barely get any juice. Thats the take away from this video..
@@AwesomeMan2696 I said cheaper ones. Not the the rock bottom cheap and nasty ones. They are just trash. Just like buying eBay no-name power tool batteries, absolute rubbish that don't last a month.
I watched this video years ago and it really has influenced how i use batteries. For TV remotes, the cheapo batteries are just fine, its coin flip odds on whether the batteries die or corrode first. But for the important things and high-power devices such as a digital camera w/flash or an RC car, nothing beats the Energizer. And for everything in-between, the Amazon Basics are great! Thank you for continuing to make great videos Mr Farm!
You are welcome!
I use a lot of batteries in trail cameras and would really love to see rechargeables vs energizer and energizer lithiums. Cold weather testing would be great too.
Great job on all your videos! One of the best on UA-cam! Thank you.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
Some years back the company I worked for did a join project with an Israeli military contractor. They tested every brand, type, and size of readily portable battery AAA, AA, C, D, 9v ( not rechargeable as they are not practical in the field), for longevity at maximum load.
This was a very high drain application. I don't have the raw data for you, but they determined that, of all the brands and sizes available at the time, the Energizer AA performed the best In all temperature/humidity conditions.
Me too!
I have some experience with the lithium batteries. Both while in the military in Afghan and when I hiked the Appalachian Trail, I used lithiums and they do last longer in the cold. I was using alkaline batteries twice as fast or more in the cold months.
@@jbdavis2933Hey brother thank you for your service. Hats off to you. I haven't used lithium's before only alkaline, but I have found energizer to be the absolute worst at leaking followed by Duracell. I'm in Texas, little bit warmer so to speak, so I wonder did they leak in Afghanistan? Much obliged for your insight. BW
I like how this video is to the point. Some UA-cam people just talk too much and off topic.
I’m a professional photographer, and I use a camera-mounted strobe “speedlite” frequently. The problem with alkaline batteries in this unit is that as you use them the recycle time (the time it takes for the strobe to get back to full power) keeps increasing. Lithium batteries, on the other hand, maintain their rapid recycle time until the battery is drained, at which point the strobe just doesn’t recycle. In any job where you have to shoot quickly (e.g. weddings) recycle time is critical. After using lithiums for several years I discovered the Panasonic Eneloop rechargeable batteries. It turns out that they have similar characteristics to lithiums, but they’re rechargeable. And it further turns out that the Amazon Basics rechargeable batteries are similar to the Eneloops. That’s all I use now.
Thanks for sharing.
I'm a wedding photographer and in the manual for canon flashes, says do not use lithium batteries as explosions can occur due to heat being generated. Lithium batteries are indeed better in flashes, however they get extremely hot and can damage a flash if you aren't careful.
Did U ever get batteries that leaked Acid. I got a lot of Duracell batteries that leaked. I like the Lithium batteries.
All batteries leak at some point. You just need to remove them if you don't use the device for some time.
Wow ! Thats strange ! Ive used NI Mh type batteries for like 10 years! They existed before lithium was main stream! And for sure they can deliver a lot of current even when it almost dead. Very useful for application when you need a lot of current. Also they are very safe you can just shot its terminals and it would heat and heat and still wont burst until it heats up a lot. As a teen I used them In all thing from rc toy to pocket digital cameras
Since the price keep changing, I used your MAH measurements to re-calculate the "MAH per penny". For a 20 pack at this time, both Duracell and Energizer edged the "Amazon Basics" (offered better value) so went with Energizer. Great video!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Excellent breakdown, especially the mAh/penny. I use a lot of AA in my trailcams and suspected Duracell was lasting longer than the Rayovac. Thinking some day I’d run head to head tests in identical flashlights, but this was HUGELY better.
^THIS is in my opinion one of the most useful videos I have seen.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I’m always blown away by the high quality content you produce. Some of these videos do not even apply to me, but I watch them anyway. Love this channel!
Thank you!
Every test I've seen on batteries has shown the Energizer to be the best there is. I was pleasantly surprised to learn from your video that Amazon Basics AA batteries are the best value overall. That is really valuable information! Thanks Todd!
And YES! Please do the AAA batteries and the rechargeables. I use a ton of AAA batteries as well and have rechargeables, though don't use them much. And you will notice that rechargeables are slightly bigger than regular batteries, making them a tight fit in some battery compartments.
Thank you very much! I'll do both.
I'm very interested in this test as well. AAA both rechargeable and non rechargeable is probably the battery type I use the most. I tend to use Eneloop Pro for flashlights around the house, Eneloop regular for things like remotes that don't have as fast of a drain, and Energizer Lithium for flashlights on backpacking trips when I don't want to bother with packing spares or bringing a power bank to charge batteries.
Also, now I finally have proof to tell my dad to stop buying those harbor freight batteries that not only need to be replaced every other day but also leak and ruin everything they're used in.
It also depends if you need the battery life. As someone that firms I would paid extra for longer battery life cause changing them every hour is a pain and someone you miss what you wanted to record.
Eneloop Pro for cameras - higher capacity, though not as good at keeping a charge in storage.
RixCanDoit may depend on the draw because Duracell out last energizer by two days in a cassette player at work i got 5 day 40 hrs out of Duracell
I've been using Amazon Basics for the past couple of years in my trail cameras and I've been pleased with the performance. I felt they were the best value and your test confirms that. Thanks! I'm going to keep using them.
Thanks for sharing!
This may be the most important video on the internet for parents with small children. LOL
lol. Great point. Thank you!
Nah I just want my Xbox controller to last longer
Seriously. I feel like I should have had to pay for that information because of how much it's going to save me in time and money 😁
Yeah because they buy the ones that get empty the quickest xD
@@HRANCH same reason I'm watching
I use the energizer lithium in my driveway alarms and my freezer alarms. They maintain their voltage better in cold temperatures.
Iexpedite1 the thing I really love about them over alkaline batteries is when they finally shit the bed they don’t usually leak inside of the device corroding away the terminals if you’re lucky, circuit board traces and vias if you’re less lucky :-/
@@JamesReedy
Alkaline batteries shouldn´t do that either, however it can happen with certain brands.
Try the Ikea ones, I´ve never had one leaking.
However I remember the ones from Aldi (German supermarket) having destroyed something I used to own (don´t know what).
Can confirm that. We had those things up to 100000 ft on high altitude balloons. They got frozen to -50 C and still performed flawlessly, even when sourcing a hundred mA.
I use them in outdoor trail cameras and weather stations. Vastly superior in extreme cold.
I use them in my weather station for cold weather down to -20f
Yes, a AAA and a Rechargeable showdown would be awesome! Thanks!
Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm Duracell AAA batteries LEAK. I won't buy them anymore. I've had them leak in the sealed pkg. Stored in my 'stash' in the bedroom closet at around 75 deg. Also they have ruined several devices .
i would also like to see AA rechargeables showdown. Please include at least Eneloop (regular white), Eneloop Pro (black), Energizer
Rechargeable Hearing aid batteries if your lucky, last about two and a half to three years, then need to be replaced, How can you test the rechargables? Id like to know what brand would be the best!Or last the longest. TYheres bsicly two types, one is the battries are built into the Aids, and the other ones are replaceable. im writing this in 2021, and the batteries are stronger now than several tears ago, "new"
@@salmanila1334 funny you mention this. I buy those bulk packs where you get like 20 batteries. I went to the drawer today to get 2 AAA Duracells and 3/4 of the package had a rusty brown coloured material over all the batteries. That package was maybe 6 months old snd stored in a dry, room temperature drawer. I won’t be buying Duracell again anyways after watching this video… I’ll go with Energizer from now on.
Ive watched quite a few of Todds videos by now and I have to say, as interesting as the info on batteries is, what's more interesting is seeing how much progress he has made in the last 6 years at producing these videos. Keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
These videos seem like they would be so mundane, but they’re honestly SO interesting.
I'm a big fan of rechargeable. would greatly appreciate a rechargeable battery review.
Great video idea! Thank you
i know LG MJ1's are the best 18650 battery. 18650's are the only recharge-ables i ever bothered researching.
I haven't bought a disposable battery in years. Rechargeable is where it's at.
The Sanyo NCR18650GA has the same capacity and a bit better voltage sag under load. Neither is good for extremely high-load applications.
@@Billy_Darley They're nice for high output multi C discharges like Vaping mods and Teslas :)
I’ve been watching this channel for years and still cant believe how high of quality videos this guy makes! Keep it up!
Thank you!
It's not high. It's normal looking
I’ve always felt that Duracell was the best, but clearly you’ve just proved that Energizer is the best buy.
Thank you! I've always like those Duracells as well. I'm surprised at just how well the Energizer performed.
They used to be equal like back in the 70's and 80's. However today, I have used both on the same clock and the Energizer has outlasted the Duracell every time. It is unfortunate, I used to swear by Duracell but not these days.
Same here. I like Outdoors sales look but it seems like it's time to switch to Energizer. Now I can feel right and be right.
@@toysoldier46552 They used to be equal in the 70s and 80s. I remember distinctly however energizer took a dip in the 90s. My gameboy lasted longer with duracell every time. But they did come back in the early 00s while duracell then declined pretty bad infact until around 2010. But they still arent as good as they once were.
@@ProjectFarm Id be interested to see how the Energizer Lithium compares to the Duracell Lithium ultra.
The lithium batteries have two additional advantages - they don’t leak when stored in a device and they have a longer storage life. Lots of alkaline batteries say they are leak proof, but I’ve seen plenty of those leak.
Thanks for the feedback.
Alkaline batteries used to not leak, period. Even after discharge they could sit for years. Now they leak before they die, and Duracell seems to be the worst. I've got a sneaking suspicion this is related to the new greener and less toxic formulations. The original designs just had to work, which simply meant provide power until it ran down, and then don't leak. When you add new priorities to the design of a product, you often compromise the original performance. Getting rid of mercury in alkaline batteries is a good thing. However, it was there for a reason, and I wonder if it somehow served to suppress hydrogen gas formation, which causes the pressure buildup that leads to leakage in alkaline batteries.
I've switched to lithium exclusively in stuff I care about. You have to include in the price equation the time and money spent cleaning, repairing or replacing equipment damaged or destroyed by leakage. Some of my stuff, like a 30+ year old remote control for some stereo equipment I have, would be well-nigh irreplaceable. Fortunately, alkaline leakage cleans up easier and seems to be less corrosive than the acidic leakage from old zinc-carbon batteries.
Good info, man.
You can recharge them ! 4x
@@dr.a.w i found duracell leak a lot too. Someone in electronics told me this too so I swapped Energizer. Been happy. Looking forward to this test.
AAA test, please! THANKS! REALLY appreciate your channel. WE TRUST YOU - and TRUST is a rare commodity these days! - Johnny -
Thank so much Johnny! Thanks for the video idea.
@@ProjectFarm I agree, please make this video. Keep up the great work!
I would be willing to bet the same brands would do as well or bad as in this test using AAA as opposed to AA batteries.
I echo this sentiment. I trust his reviews completely. Nobody else like him on youtube.
Thank you so much for this video! It is very useful to me because my batteries in my lightstick died during a concert and now I know what to buy!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
This dude is brave! I'd be watching out for a van parked down the street after making a video like this...
Any time I have a question on products to buy I will ALWAYS check this channel. I've viewed this video on an off many times over the past several years to remind myself on what batteries to buy. THANK YOU for the excellent content and the thorough examination and testing of products that consumers use daily.
Thanks and you are welcome!
Sir, you only deserve great things! Straight to the point and no b.s.
Thanks for watching!
Your amazing. Nobody is like you. Please dont ever change! Your presentation, your style, everything about this channel is a breathe of fresh air
Thank you!
My wife's gonna think I lost my mind when I'm drop testing every battery in the house
lol Thanks for watching.
You should see how it works with car batteries lol.
Makes for a good High School project. Demonstrates the principle that even electrons have mass. Too bad so many High Schools are prevented from operating by idiotic politicians and unions uninterested in real education and science.
🤣🤣🤣 "hard times hun!"
Lol.. that's funny.i can just see it too....lmao
Duracell: "Guaranteed 10 years"
Project Farm: "We're gonna test that"
I'll be waiting for that one in 2029
Thanks for sharing.
I still have Duracell batteries that have 5 years left. since they supposedly last 10 years unused. Just 5 more years
@Sharron Clark I agree. Duracells leaking have ruined more of my flashlights than any other brand. I am also a firm believer in Rayovac for my long term seldom used lights. After watching this, I will be checking out the Amazon Basics.
@Sharron Clark Rayovac are garbage. I just threw out the rest of my AAAs because they were leaking in the package...brand new.
I've already done this test with 10 year Duracell AA batteries and they FAILED. About 60% of the batteries in several 24 packs that I had started to leak at about the 6-year mark. The batteries were in my basement where it is cool and dry. I also had some big packs of AAA batteries leak well before the 10-year advertised life too. I was quite disappointed and have switched to Amazon Basics.
I really love how scientific your videos are, especially the charts at the end. Keep up the great work!
Thank you!
Todd, I have been a fan of you and your channel. I discovered this video yesterday and just realized that it was made in 2018. I do not expect the older heavy duty batteries to compete against the newer alkaline and lithium batteries. There are many establishments selling their own brand of AA alkaline batteries now (Costco Kirkland, Sam's Club, Harbor Freight Thunderbolt EDGE,...). I would love to see an updated video.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I used to tap mine together they make a hollow sound when they're discharged and a more solid and they're full. Thank you again for all your great content
You are welcome!
I vote for a rechargeable test!!
Thank you!
@@ProjectFarm Duracell rechargables are horrible for the price, they error on both my chargers and cheap supermarket ones don't.
As a Lifitng inspector I use a lot of rechargables batteries for lamps on helmets and torches so I would LOVE a independent test of the known brands :D
Eneloop is the best one
Po 66 Ikea and Eneloop are made in the same factory :)
Same goes for Fujitsu.
And they will all outperform single use batteries, well maybe not the lithium ones.
Also NiMH and lithium are better suited for high drain devices, such as flashlights, strobes and such.
Being 3-4USD/Pc there are much better buy than primaries.
Also Li-ion's are way ahead of NiMH in terms of capacity. One Sanyo 18650 GA has the same capacity as 4 best Eneloops, costs about 5USD, and can be drained with 7-10A without any problem.
I'd love to see eneloop and tenergy going head to head!
This is some of the best content I’ve ever watched on UA-cam! Thank you PF for all the no nonsense, non sponsored info you produce. I’m still thinking of a project for you to do, I’ll be sure and post it once I think of a good one!
Wow, thank you!
Excellent review of the various AA battery brands! Thank you for providing data rather than unsubstantiated claims!
You are welcome!
This video was worth watching just for the drop test 👍🏽
Thank you!
Seriously! That was satisfying lol
That was cool!
Who ever thought about this
I’m just saying you can get like 30 batteries at harbor freight for 4$ or sometimes even free
Do a rechargeable test and make sure to include the Ikea Rechargeables. They are a re branded sanyo eneloop and awesome performing cells. I have used enough rechargeables over 25 years to know.
Thank you
Great video. Please do a rechargeable test! I would love to see it include Ansmann, Amazon Basics, and Eneloop.
Project Farm yes!!! Please try the ikea ones I’m super curious!!!
I've been using Rayovac rechargeable 4 for $5, they last me around 2 years. And is battery memory true?
+1 on rechargeable ones, read somewhere Amazon ones are a rebrand.
It’s been nearly 40 years since I performed my AA battery test, using a simpler setup, since I didn’t have a nice testing tool like the one you used. However, the Energizer was the top performer even back then, with Duracell in a fairly close second. The overall capacities have surely improved, but the relative ranking hasn’t changed.
Thanks for sharing!
True, I think the biggest takeaway is that you don't save any money by buying garbage harbor fraud or dollar general batteries, you're just going to replace a lot more batteries..
Every energizer I have ever used leaked within 12 months.
@@matrixist my only Energizer leak was an 8 year old forgotten plushie.
@@matrixist The Energizer Lithium are a completely different cell chemistry, they don't leak. Every other alkaline leaks at some point. People speculate they have become worse and they were all higher quality in the past. I'm not sure if that's true, but I don't trust alkalines anymore. I either use Lithium or Eneloop rechargeables for everything that is worth more than 20 bucks.
Thanks!
Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!
My favorite channel on here. Best reviews I’ve ever seen no matter what he’s testing. Great job!!
Thank you very much!
Yet another AWESOME, useful, helpful and professionally done test and video!!! I too use a significant number of double A batteries around our farm and ultimately, it’s a balancing act between value and life. A better value yet having a shorter life isn’t necessarily the better choice when your device dies at the most in opportune time which is when they always seem to die. For me, the good balance is a reasonable endurance without an astronomical price. This makes the standard Enegizer my best choice. I did start using the Enegizer Lithium in my camera equipment because ultimately I prefer maximum field use without having to change batteries. Thank you again for answering yet another one of life’s “million dollar questions”!!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Dude, I've always wanted to do this and always wondered what the best battery is, THANK YOU!
Here are some of my thoughts:
* From my experience I will tell you that I have found that Duracell batteries leak more often (almost ten to one) more than any other battery.
* It's important to note that you may want to consider that while the Amazon Basics battery is bringing you the most power for your penny, the time it takes to have to stop what you're doing and change batteries makes an excellent case for buying a more expensive battery that may last longer - because time is also money.
* It's important to note that some manufacturers of electronic equipment specifically state that you should not use a lithium battery in their equipment. Kwikset digital locks is one of them. After getting tired of replacing batteries so often I actually went against their advice and used lithium batteries in my digital lock. I've been doing it for years and there have been no bad ramifications and I absolutely love the fact that I only have to replace those batteries about once a year now compared to about once every 4-5 months.
* Truth be known, lithium batteries are really no competition for alkaline batteries because a lithium battery will outperform alkaline battery any day of the week, however, it is good to see how they perform as an option.
Thank you very much! Also, thanks for the information you provided.
Batteries usually leak when mixed with other brands.
I agree on the leaky Duracell. Won't even buy them anymore.
I'll be buying lithium for emergency kits and Amazon basics for everyday. This is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much. Subbing.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
To answer your question…YES, , I would love to see a battery test for AAA batteries! That is actually what I was looking for.
Also, if you read the reviews by *Personal* users on consumer reports, there are a lot of complaints about the Duracell Quantum batteries LEAKING. A leak test would be excellent, as well!☺️
Just found your site today and I will be recommending it to my husband!
Welcome! Thanks for the suggestions!
i would say... and this is just my opinion... theres no point in doing a AAA test... we already know which brands put what in quality and.. based off the AA results I would bet it would be the same in the AAA category. Same batteries just a bit smaller size
While I understand the thought behind Feras’ reply, I do think there’s value in testing the AAA batteries. Obviously they aren’t made exactly the same way so there might be a performance difference.
So do Duracell Optimum leak not even 2 years old!
Lowes sells 60 packs of those Rayovacs AA/AAA for $12 every so often. Lasts me an entire year and @ 20 cents a battery makes it the best value!
Thank you for the feedback
Rayovacs are cheapest trash, no thanks. Those damn things will leak, EVERY TIME, if you even think of leaving them in when you're not using them. Do yourself a favor, skip that cheap garbage.
@@jpcreativeimagery Well... you aren't supposed to leave batteries inside your device if you're not going to use it for more than a week. Also use the cheapest carbon-zink batteries for low power, long term usage like remote controllers. I learnt his the hard way and had a nasty remote controller (I was 12 at the time and was properly educated in batteries after).
@@jpcreativeimagery You are so full of it. l Ive been using rayovacs for YEARS and Ive had great luck with them. No brand is immune to leaks btw.
Rechargeables are the best value actually
I've been a Duracell faithful since the late 80's. I think now I will be jumping to the pink bunny. For a budget I will also consider amazon basics after energizer. Thanks for the extensive research. Liked how you made a ghost comparison of the bounce effect. Awesome job great detail.
Thank you!
Michael Alvarez That’s what I was saying this whole video man I’ve been being way too faithful to Duracell when Energizer lithium is way better than the quantum I’ve been wasting my money on.
I'm a former Duracell addict... but lately I'm weening off that brand and going with Rayovac (yes battery addiction can be dangerous to your wallet lol)... cheaper and about the same performance if not better. ymmv
@@BillAnt Unless Rayovac changed to the newer technology... I've always had bad experiences with other brands except Duracell. Even the Energizer battery seems to fall short of the Duracell's capability/durability.
@Mars Flee < Not sure what has changed in Rayovac, but for low amperage draw devices like remotes and such it works perfectly fine. The difference seems to be so minor that it's does not warrant to spend the extra buck per battery. and I used to be one of those "Ewww! Rayovac!" guys too. lol
I really like your videos….you use layman language most can relate to and then put the dollar amount in the mix you cover it all !!! One of the best videos we are pretty convinced you are not a sales person for a singular brand I’m very happy I came across your videos accidentally…makes a little happier for me..your not getting paid to favor a certain brand….I thank you for what you do….very important to most of us ?!?!
Thanks and you are welcome!
An important consideration with a private label like the Amazon battery is consistency. At any given time they might be contracting with a different manufacturer so you really don't know what battery you're getting. In theory with the name brands you should always get a consistent result.
Good catch
I thought about this too but they may change suppliers and such too.
How did you come to this conclusion?
I work with clients that manufacture for private labeling. Not only can you not be certain that it will remain the same over time, there can be more than one private label suppliers at any given time.
This is true. One would think that a company as large as Amazon would perform rigorous quality engineering sample testing before adding a mfr to sell under their brand. However, this info is considered trade secret (and not accessible to the public).
This video is 2 years old..and I love seeing that project farm has a comparison video for something I’ve been researching lol
Thanks for sharing.
Good video editing work there showing us both batteries superimposed, Thanks!
Thank you!
EXCELLENT VIDEO. After trying many batteries over the years, I have ended up with the Energizer Lithium for one simple reason: I have never had one leak. Duracell used to be in that category, but they changed something in their manufacturing a few years ago, and are now on par with the Amazon Basics and Kirkland batteries. Keep them in an appliance long enough (often less than one year) and they will leak, even in room temperature conditions. In fact, I recently saw a Duracell 9V battery leaking IN ITS CASE, on the shelf at Costco. My tools are too expensive for me to care much about the cost of high quality batteries.
Having said all that, we do use the Amazon Basics for lit up Christmas decor, and throw them away at the end of the season.
Thanks for the awesome video!
18650 batteries are becoming more and more popular these days. I'd love to see a test of 18650s. Thanks for the awesome content!
Thank you!
Absolutely! I think they are a bit more challenging to test however.
Charging rate / discharge rate. Would be really worth watching!!
You do a really great job on these videos! I'm sure you stayed a lot cleaner on this one then sum of the other ones LOL.
I would love to challenge this guy to do a test on these batteries myself. For one, I use them, for 2, there's many different variables between them and a whole lotta lies to get you to buy them...mostly cause many companies rewrap others and brand them as their own. But you have differences like Mah, voltage, initial amps, holding amps...etc. good luck. But not something I see him doing anyway.
I am transitioning over completely to li-ion and have had good success with my rechargable lithium in a 9V package. I purchased several lithium ion batteries in a AA package that are regulated to 1.5 volts and charge via micro USB(5v). I also have some 3.7V li-ion cells that are AA package but unregulated, I am careful with those and have made AA dummy batteries out of a dowel and copper tape to power all of my 3.+V LED strings and such. I volunteered to do analysis on some of those and submit them to "Project Farm" person(s), I really appreciate the time and effort these UA-camrs put in.
PS. Just over the border from California, in Nevada they are building some new li-ion cells that are even bigger than the 18650 package, I am looking forward to that! I think Elon Musk/Tesla is going to soak all of those up but they will eventually hit the market(where is the competition?)
There is already a LOT of testing being done on 18650 batteries by knowledgeable people. Imho there would be no point. Look at lygte-info.dk for example. You can se extensive tests with advanced information and compare allmost all 18650's out there.
Rechargeable yes, I want to buy amazon rechargeable and also what software you use for graphing charts?
FixItNick Excel probably
@@ekuapa Looked like Excel to me too
Anecdotally, I've had at least a dozen Amazon rechargeable AAs that I use for all my remote controls, flashlights and game controllers. They are pretty reliable for those devices and can last a few years.
rumor has it that the amazon rechargables are rebadged eneloops.
I have about 16 AA Eneloops and 8 AAAs - part of the Costco multipack - and I must say the amount of pollution it has saved the environment not to mention the cost savings makes me very happy. Xbox and Wii controllers with their force feedback vibration motors seem to just chew through batteries, even the 2300 mah Eneloops!
I use medical devices that recommend using energizer. I was happy to see that they put up well with your tests. I would love to see the AAA showdown!
Thanks for the video idea!
Id imagine the results would be the same as the only difference is size not output, IIRC all batteries are AVG of 1.5V so Energizer would most likely be the best still
One of the most helpful videos and channels on You Tube. You offer a wonderful service. Thank you.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I would love to see some Costco Kirkland signature brand batteries enter the fray.
Thank you!
@@ProjectFarm Was going to make this comment, glad I checked first! I would be happy to send a pack for testing if you don't have a costco near you(just tag me and I'll post contact email if so desired).
Yes! Please do another test but include the Costco batteries.
Exactly my thoughts. I've wondered if they are just rewraps of another brand.
as far as i know duracell makes kirkland
Blew my mind right here. I always bought Duracell when possible and always thought Energizer was just a little better than the cheap brands. Always seemed that Duracell lasted longer in the remotes, but looks like Energizer been stepping up to the plate.
Great video you just saved me money. 💰
Other way around whole time
Yeah, i've always had better length in my camera with Energizer than Duracell...
And no use buying any of the discount brands....
You may, or may not be correct, a regular infrared remote control uses so little energy that the battery's self-discharge rate will usually be greater. The battery with the most time remaining on its shelf life will likely last the longest in that application. This test, whilst useful is only one way to judge performance, even the 100mA test (Not mAH as the graphs incorrectly show) is actually pretty high current draw from AA batteries, how many devices do you have that will drain batteries in less than 4 hours?
It's actually a very complex topic and 'which battery is best?' is not a question that has just one answer. It's like asking which vehicle is best.
This is one of the most useful projects you’ve taken on!
Still pumping out great content!
Much appreciated!
It’s interesting how this channel started, it was a lot different and enjoyable!
I absolutely love what it has become though, it’s amazing there isn’t 10 million subscribers! 👍
Thanks!
The is one of the most important videos on the internet
Thanks so much!
Definitely.. Top 5
Can you please test rechargable AAs. Most importantly Eneloop Pro vs. the big variant of the IKEA rechargable batteries because all evidence points to them being the same battery.
Really? Interesting.... all I thought when I saw this video was eneloop rechargeables.
Thank you!
All Ni-Mh that are made in Japan are all made in the same factory (Fujistsu). ie: Eneloop Pro, Ikea Ladda High Capacity, Amazonbasics High Capacity, etc.
Rechargable battery test sounds very interesting!!
I've used Energizer rechargeables for a while now, wonder if they're actually worth it.
I've been using Energizer Ultimate Lithium for about 15 years now. Advantages: high capacity, can be stored for a long time and also work very well in the cold. And most importantly: no leakage so far! With almost all alkaline batteries, sooner or later I had the problem that they leaked - regardless of their discharge status. This phenomenon even completely destroyed some devices. Regardless of whether it is low consumers such as a wall clock or high consumers such as flash units - Energizer Ultimate Lithium reliably supplies all types of devices with power.
Only place I've had a problem with the Lithium units is TI graphing calculators. Their voltage is a little higher and they make the screen fully dark even with the brightness all the way down.
So, to put it in other words, the Lithium batteries are the Toyota and Hondas of the batteries ! There expensive, but last longer!
Awesome job!
I do use rechargeable AA and AAA in household items, remotes, etc. As well as in RC transmitters. I think that would be a good showdown too! Keep up the good thorough testing man!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
I smell rechargable battery test coming
Great video idea!
@@ProjectFarm eneloop are best rechargeables, hold charge longer, more recharges, love them
@@jonathanrogers9961 they are good. I had some 2000mih ones I used in a small RC car. They were so good it popped wheelies and broke both diffs as well as all 4 axles. Unfortunately I left one of them in a clock that was in a camper we sold :( so now I only have 3.
I use rechargeable batteries almost exclusively, I'd love to see that. 9 Volt batteries too.
@@ProjectFarm rechargeables lose power over time. test would only work with brand new batteries, and then after like a year of use.
7:32 for overall results and graphs, including value for money.
Thank you
Thanks!
@Greyztone Why would i skip all the good science, and the effort he put into it
Not all heroes wear capes
ASAP Killerr - for those in a hurry here's the results, for those interested in the science, it's here too for when you have time to watch. Sometimes you need batteries right away or you're going to the store and remember this video you saw and it's good to be able to have the results handy to refer to (thanks Greyztone!). I wish all videos - especially product reviews and comparisons like this one- had an index of sorts, like DVD Chapters. Maybe the next version of UA-cam will offer such things, until then much thanks to folks like Greyztone for sharing where the practical part of the info is located, and of course to the video producer who has performed the tests and documented the results to help us make an informed purchase!
I asked about this test, I know there were others, but I still feel special lol
Merry XMas
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I’m thinking it’s time for an updated video testing some new batteries like harbor freights thunderbolt edge to see if they’re any better. Love your content!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Also Kirkland batteries. They’ve done well in other videos I’ve seen.
Interesting! If you do rechargables please include the IKEA ladda as these are surprisingly good.
And inexpensive! I love them, plus I can have a lunch of Swedish Meatballs at Ikea when buying those batteries
yep, they are made at the same factory as eneloop batteries, it's quite obvious to tell as there is only 1 factory where those batteries come from that can produce a battery with that specification. Its quite likely they are the B grade or A- grade batteries eneloop reject or they are a separate production run.
Yeah, I bought some of those and they're comparable to my eneloops so far. One thing the eneloops seem to be really good for is high current drains, like camera flashes. If I had to buy primary cells though, I think Ikea's regular AA's are made by varta and surprisingly good value for the money, may not be the case in the US though.
Glad to see this video. I am looking for a new favorite brand since Duracell has let me down so many times over the last few years. My problem has not been how long they last, but how much they leak. I have had Duracells leak in several Maglites and even my house door lock. I called Duracell and had them reimburse me for the Maglites their batteries destroyed. I was able to clean up the corrosion that the batteries caused in my door lock. I am very disappointed in Duracell because of this and will not be using them any more. Note: this is with AA size batteries. I do not know if it extends to other sizes, but I am not willing to take the chance.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
I have noticed that the Costco brand and Duracells have a high rate of leakage if left in a device for extended times, even if not discharged.
I have experienced the exact same thing with Duracell. Well never buy them again. This includes AAA size as well.
experienced same thing with rayovac, ruined my O-Light keychain light
Well I'm switching to Energizer. Great video.
Thank you!
They keep going..................
Did you hear the Energizer Bunny was arrested las night?
careful, they leak easier
Same here
I was just about to buy some batteries on Amazon, then I thought “ I bet project farm has a video on this”. I was not disappointed, thank you project farm!
Great overview. It was nice to see this data put into this format The energizer and the Duracell are a close match in terms of price. I had no idea how bad the cheap batteries were.
A++ :-) Loved the video! Great info and the drop test was cool to watch.
eNm, Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate your advice on this test! You've got an amazing channel and I absolutely LOVE the free energy video you recently put together. Thanks again!
Don't you mean AA+?
I saw in my teenage, the best battery are alkaline battery. They last longer in my CD player.
Good one. :-)
A lot to comprehend..yet bottom line Energizer seems best .thank you once again!
You are welcome!
The most useful test that nobody will ever do: minimal drain/durability. That is, in practice, how long the batteries will survive in your remote.
Thank you for the feedback
@@ProjectFarm I was wondering if you could test the Vape batteries for the next project? Batteries like the LG 18650 3000mAh 3.7v batteries against it's competitors? Vape batteries would be an interesting project to do I feel. :)
The Lithiums by a mile. They effectively have zero self-discharge, maintain a stable voltage for far longer into the life-cycle, and unlike alkaline they won't leak acid into your electronics (the chemistry isn't capable of leakage).
...The application they were originally specifically designed for is low current long duration electronics.
Having said that I do personally use rechargables or buy good quality alkalines for high-discharge applications as the price/W is quite a bit lower, but for low draw applications I'll go with Energiser lithiums every single time without fail.
Partially because many remotes can be different. Plus the bulk of people just put cheap batteries in remotes anyways because of their low-power usage. The times it does matter is with things like cameras or other portable devices that use a lot of power--that's when it may pay to put a more expensive battery in.
*how long will it last in an xbox controller
When it is 40 below in northern Canada the energizer lithium is the only one that keeps working in outdoor sensors, otherwise I use the energizer.
Great information! Thank you
That is exactly what I found and batteries I use in different applications. 👍👍
Yep! I only use lithium on my avalanche rescue transceivers.
In addition, we use Energizer Lithiums in our pinball machines not because they last longer (though that is nice), but because they won’t leak if you forget to change them before they die. Leaks from Alkalines do a lot damage to the PCBs the batteries are mounted on.
@@fredhamilton1701 My experience too. I've had other brands, including other premium brands, leak and kill kit. The Energizer lithium cells are expensive, but they have a great energy capacity and I've not had any leak on me yet.
This tickles my confirmation bias so nicely: that's exactly my conclusion: AmazonBasics for value, and Energizer Lithium for maximum performance.
Thank you!
Thanks for saving me 10 min
and Energizer for the balance of battery life and price
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