Which AA Battery is Best? Can Amazon Basics beat Energizer? Let's find out!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ธ.ค. 2018
- The batteries tested include the Duracell, Energizer, Amazon Basics, Harbor Freight Thunderbolt, Duracell Quantum, Dollar Store, Rayovac, Eveready, and Energizer Lithium.
Products Tested In This Video (in no particular order):
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Duracell Quantum: amzn.to/2COEETG
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Rayovac: amzn.to/31lwsne
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I tested Costco, AC Delco, Sunbeam and IKEA near the end of the rechargeable AA battery video. Thanks for watching! th-cam.com/video/0A1GvQ40j0Q/w-d-xo.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.
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.
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 !
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
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?
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 TH-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
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 TH-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.
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 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 .
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.
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
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!
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.
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Really do appreciate the battery comparisons you have done. That info is great to know.
Thanks!
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!
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
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. :)
This is one of the most useful projects you’ve taken on!
Still pumping out great content!
Much appreciated!
Lithium batteries have very high internal impedance. They do really well in low drain applications like smoke detectors where the life limiting is basically the shelf life of the battery. We've had really good experience with the lithium AA batteries in our 13 smoke detectors.
ive never seen a smoke detector that took anything but 9v batteries
@@cal48koho brother in Christ, there exists 9V lithium batteries 💀
13 smoke detectors…..the definition of “low key” bragging. 😂
@@r.c.l2569 or paranoid. Lol
Keep in mind the smoke detector sensors have a consumable life. They now have 10 year smoke detectors that you replace as both battery and sensor are consumed
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
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.
One of the most helpful videos and channels on You Tube. You offer a wonderful service. Thank you.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I really love this video! The costs as you lay it out makes a whole lot more sense than just a cost for battery.
I usually buy the Amazon basics, just for convenience, however, I have some devices in hard to reach places, I think I’ll start using the lithium for that. Thanks again, keep up the good work! I really appreciate that you spend your own money on stuff rather than be influenced by companies that support you.
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the feedback.
Please don't do that. If those devices are simple quartz wall clocks, they can get damaged by Alkaline and Lithium AA batteries. For those, use "Super heavy duty" batteries instead. "Super heavy duty" batteries are carbon-zinc batteries. Their starting voltage and overall mAh is lower, but they still last decently long for low-draw applications such as clocks. Such low-draw devices can actually be damaged if you use anything other than carbon-zinc batteries.
Alkaline batteries (such as Energizer and Duracell) and lithium batteries produce a slightly higher peak voltage at the start, and have more mAh. Lithium batteries should only be used for high-discharge applications. They can burn out electronics which don't have proper voltage regulation circuits (for example, simple incandescent light bulbs- they will burn really bright but dramatically shortens the bulb's service lifespan)
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
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 TH-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!
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.
Another great review -- very helpful. I wanted a long life AA in hard to reach place so your data on the Energizer Lithium helped me decide. Thanks again.
Thanks! Glad to hear!
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.
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.
Just found your channel and subscribed, I can literally see myself enjoying a beer and appreciate good and useful information, thumbs up man I'll be watching more.
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Another spot on video with useful knowledge. Thanks for making quality videos. Merry Christmas.
Thanks and you are welcome! Merry Christmas!
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,
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.
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!
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!
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?
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.
I can’t believe how good these videos are. Lol good job pal. You’re outstanding.
Thanks and you are welcome!
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 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!!!
Best Value: Amazon Basics
Best Performance: Energizer Lithium
Thank you
Ha thanks man, i was scrolling for this answer, although i watched this video a long time ago
Have you just Spoiled the whole video?
Thank you for the summary.
@@tebasnineone I'm still watching it, I love Project Farm's videos.
Great comparison as usual! As I learn something new every day, thanks for the tip on the bouncing of batteries. I have been using what ever was on sale between Rayovac, Energizer, or Duracell. usually the Rayovac or Energizer are the least expensive. I have a lithium power pack made of AA batteries from research testing batteries, in the 80s when I worked in a research lab, and they still hold a charge.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Great review as always! Love your channel. Wanted to comment on the lithium's major advantage: high power discharge and ability to sit for several years without the discharge problems of rechargeables. In 2002, digital cameras were absolutely BRUTAL on power requirements; those cameras could overheat even the best alkaline batteries in 15 minutes of use. The lithium non-rechrageables were the perfect extra backup battery after running through my two sets of rechargeables: They'll sit in your bag for years without going flat and are also able to handle the power requirements. While modern digital cameras now typically have custom batteries and also aren't as power-needy, there are still a few high-power and longterm storage situations where lithium non-rechareable are the answer: backup for my camera flash and a CREE flashlight I keep in the glove compartment of my car.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
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.
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!
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 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
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
Energizer have been my go to for years, thanks for confirming my own observations!
You are welcome!
Love how you do your videos and how honest you and your testing is! Many thanks 🙏 for what you do 😅 How’s your green thumb? What’s the best garden soil for the price? 😅
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
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
All your videos are such ridiculously high-quality, very scientific-method based content. Instant sub, glad I found this channel!
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Sir, your channel is just so efficient and informative. Thanks!
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Your reviews are better than a google search or the heavily censored reviews on amazon. Thank you for all your hard work and thorough testing.
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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.
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.
@@billydarley6925 They're nice for high output multi C discharges like Vaping mods and Teslas :)
I have to agree that Project Farm is a valuable channel, so much so I've subscribed. I recharge alkaline batteries and have noticed the mid-range handle this better than the expensive alkaline batteries (more recharges without leaking). The rechargeable battery market is huge, that would be a daunting task (but I'm sure I'd be interested to look at it). Great resource channel!
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Man your channel is the best, I've bought stuff after watching your videos, thank you 👏👏👏👏
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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.
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’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!
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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 ?!?!
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His smile at the beginning of each video makes me a very happy person.
This channel should be a world heritage site.
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!
In one of your tests I was so impressed with the amount of life left in it that exceeded my effection for another brand. I have since parted with that other effection and learned that my pace maker uses the brand named product that still has life in me above my other implant that lasted only 7 years. I am now going on ten years with my battery bunny.
Brilliant guy with an even more brilliant channel..
I realy love your work and what you do as it is realy satisfying to watch..
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Before this vid i was a Duracell man, i think its time to make the switch to Energizer now
Same here.
I grew up my entire life on Duracell. Never knew Energizer was so good
Me too.
I always thought Duracell’s were the best, this proves me wrong
Joe Sena ...me too bro! Goodbye Duracell, hello Energizerrrr ⚡️⚡️⚡️
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
This guys great! He does an excellent analytical analysis. Thanks
My pleasure!
Just stared the video and don't even need to finish it to know this will be another great comparison by PF. Thanks again for the video!
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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.
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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.
the Energizer Lithium is a freaking beast, it's light-weight and has a lot of capacity
we actually use it at work for weight-sensitive sensor applications
Also good for cold temperature applications, like freezer temperature sensors.
When I was in Afghanistan, we had those for all our night vision gear and thermal optics. We were actually forbidden from using them in anything else! We found that if we tried to use regular AA's in the gear I just mentioned, they'd last about 10 or 15 minutes in use, while the lithium batteries would last for hours, maybe a day or two of constant operation.
I actually have one in an old LED flashlight I got during my time over there. The battery is one of those Energizer lithium batteries. The torch and battery are both about 10 years old and the battery still perfectly fine!
Now that has to speak for the durability of the Energizer lithium batteries.
@digital1911 Damn lol
I bought a 16 pack for $11 on ebay. That's $0.70 a piece.
Well, lithium iron disulfide batteries have one the best capacity per unit of weight and volume, way better than alkalines.
Great review as usual. I really look forward to your “ which is best” reviews. Keep up the good work. I suspect a test of AAA batteries will be similar to the AA test but if you think it is worthwhile by all means do it.
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Yes, please do a AAA showdown. This is very useful info! Thank you!
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.
@@matriximaster my only Energizer leak was an 8 year old forgotten plushie.
@@matriximaster 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.
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
This video is worth watching for sure. Especially for holidays and kids toys. Thanks again.
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Good one. Very helpful - I always wondered.
Please do this test for *RECHARGEABLE AA/AAA BATTERIES* please!! There are also lithium batteries to try!!
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... and rechargeable vs regular. So far, I’m not impressed with the rechargeable batts.
+1 on rechargeables
PLEASE test the expensive ennerloop pro batteries! Love your channel
This! Would love to see the rechargables results also compared against the alkalines
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!
Thank you for the battery test. Good review.
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Hi this was a great test and we use a lot of AAA batteries at home. I would be pleased to watch you test them!😊
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The is one of the most important videos on the internet
Thanks so much!
Definitely.. Top 5
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.
Test them all, if you can. I mainly use AAA size, but AA and C are next in line. Great video!
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Would really like to see a test of the AAA's, as well as the rechargeable AA's now being sold. Great content, Great testing.
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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.
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Lithium for my smoke detectors...Amazon basics for all the others.
Thank you
Yea I have no issues with amazon yet... Only issue for some would be quality control for bad batteries..
My smoke detector is a 10yr non-replaceable rechargeable! Not made anymore. Who wants to sell smoke detectors that last 10 years! I'm on year 8! Kiddie brand.
@Matt Laclair THat beeping my god.., some can't be removed in some places that I lived.
Carbon detectors are very important in my opinion for batteries.
My carbon monoxide detcor beepars 1nce, buT i still thiNkinh Runs go0d. Ok.
Yes AAA test - and also 9v industrial type battery. I use the 9v batteries in my electric door entry with keypad. Have five doors and get about 2 years per battery using best long last battery I can find. AS ALWAYS, appreciate your videos 👍
Thank you for the video idea!
Great job! Good info. Do more types like you said. This is info that all of us want but don't want to take the time to do the test.
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I like how this video is to the point. Some TH-cam people just talk too much and off topic.
Well I'm switching to Energizer. Great video.
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They keep going..................
Did you hear the Energizer Bunny was arrested las night?
careful, they leak easier
Same here
Hey, that was really helpful! Thanks alot!
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This is very informative. Please do more styles so we know what gives the most bang for the buck. Thanks for all your work!!
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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!
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Grateful for this info. Thanks!
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In some special cases I really do like the energizer lithiums. An excellent use for them is for elderly people, the electronics my grandparents use just need to “work” trouble free for as long as possible. So for them I put the lithiums in all their light timers, clocks, remotes, telephones etc… Keeps everything working trouble free for much longer than the rest, I highly recommend them for situations where long term reliability is paramount.
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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!
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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!