The Best RC Battery Chargers My New Favorite BUT!

[@pewterngold]

Venom pro duo charger is an excellent charger with great value for the money. And it comes with six or eight charge leads for different plug types.

[@vloneseraph]

how fast does it charge tho

[@pewterngold]

@@vloneseraph depends on the battery type and size.

[@DashzRight]

I have almost all of them, recently got the ez peak live dual, best thing I have ever used, real plug and charge experience. Plug One wire, press one button, done. On your issue with the ez.peak, they have this life-time warranty that you can use to send the charger back and get a new one 50% cheaper

[@carterhart5435]

Best charger I ever purchased is the HTRC C150. Interface is basic imax B6 style but this hasn't died like EVERY SINGLE Sky RC charger I've owned. I have a pair of these and they just keep going. I didn't buy a dual charger, like I wouldn't buy a phone with a built in answering machine in case one or the other dies. Another favorite for simple ease of use is the HOT RC A400 for 3&4 cell batteries. Just plug in and wait until it flashes that it's done.

[@smokey4086]

*has big nice house *has 30 rc cars *has 8+ chargers "I dont have the I charger cuz its expensive" 😂😂😂

[@chrislrocks]

😂🤣😂

[@tenncutt]

And his middle name is Santa! Probably got an elf connection!

[@profix25lo]

Maybe that is the reason why he has all those above mentioned things. Because he does not waste money on things he does not need

[@MrFRESKOTV]

Ultra power up6+ is a beast of a charger honestly I would consider it the best charger out right now for the size and the power it has plus all the other features it has

[@jordansrc8483]

I’ve been using the traxxas id charger (non Bluetooth) for about 5 years with absolutely no problems except occasional fan noise. Will prob upgrade to the id live when and if it dies. Great vid once again Mark thanks.

[@Gervisj]

I love the EZ Peak Live Dual (which I have). Yes, it is more expensive, but I don't like putting safety over saving a few dollars.

[@basilyousif3077]

You forgot the two best chargers - Revolectrix Dual PowerLab 6 Touch and the Icharger 1040 duo. I have the Icharger 1040 - awesome!! They are both in the $350 range but it's worth it.

[@vanenmar7491]

I've got an iCharger 4010 at home. 2000w, two channel and 40 amps per channel. Then an iCharger S6 when I'm out, or an Imax B6 for the small stuff

[@whipahoula]

Maybe it is where spektrum gets the name they put a speck inside all of them

[@benjaminrosich]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@chrislrocks]

Makes sense to travel light. I couldn't never go back to AC as a home charger. My i4010 duo with a Dell 24v 71A 1740w Power Supply, makes some magic happen.

[@bobthomas9403]

I love the protek chargers because when it has issues you can get it replaced or get some good help from their customer service on a new one. All of these other chargers(I have not tried the Spektrum) have fans that turn noisy eventually...this is my personal experience.I need to try the Spektrum chargers now just due to the size, that's stupid small!! I bought 2 used Ichargers for 200 and couldn't be more happier with them! One for home and one for travel...coupled with the battery knowledge I gained from RC Legend Dr.Titus I am now making my batteries work out before we go hit the track! You now have me worried about rain Mark...my chargers get subjected to a lot of dirt and dust but I have no clue what I'm gonna do if it rains. Keep the videos coming!!!

[@JERRYR708]

Spectrum is a fitting name for leaving specs inside the screen.

[@thecman26]

ISDT chargers are sweet! I have the T8 and it rocks! 1,000w

[@Ronnaferd]

I picked up the ISDT D2 after watching this video. A sweet little unit! Blows my 50W charger out of the water haha.

[@Serial_Enthusiast]

I had the same issue with the Traxxas dual live charger. I had it for about 3 months and only used it a handful of times. And they wanted 80 bucks to send me another one like you said... I'm going to spend that 80 bucks on a different charger, I think there are some issues with their chargers and I'd like to not have another failure 3 months from now.

[@daveg5420]

Nice dog

[@raulmedina6223]

I have the spektrum and it reminds me of the Traxxas live, just plug in and hit start

[@KangoV]

It's nice to have 240V/32 amps from the wall socket :)

[@carlvanalstyne7970]

The screen speck is a quality control thing and that is my main concern.

[@Ronnaferd]

Sounds like one of those chargers could be a good patreon giveaway. So many chargers, so little time!

[@fastplastic4656]

Cool dog!

[@choke666]

YEA MAN, THAT SPEC! ... ... I HAVE ONE ON MY FLYSKY NOBLE. AAAAARRRGHHHH!!! AWESOME VIDEO MAN THANKYOU!!!

[@benjaminbeck2715]

That spec is probably from the protective clear covering that goes over the display, I had one as well but removed the covering and it’s gone.

[@whistlinlipo]

My first S2100 came with the center button sunk in. I think their QC needs some work

[@SpeedSyko]

I’ve been charging two 4 cell 8000 mah batteries on the traxxas with no problems and love the blue tooth to my phone.

[@user-ou9jx9hu8f]

great summary!

[@dana2750]

I’m the same way, my OCD would kick in and that speck would drive me crazy 😜

[@carlosavalos7145]

Omg my dog looks so much like your dog and her name is summer also!!!!

[@jskaggs8188]

You can set your own charge program on the Traxxas charger too.

[@VikingDudee]

I have 3 Traxxas ID chargers, I have the bigger dual charging one I keep at home and I keep the small 4 amp charger in my bag. I also use it with my 120watt Inverter in my Truck if Im out. Its small and light. I got another small one that the fan died it, I used it a few times and it doesn't even get hot without it lol

[@dallas1382]

Thanks for the video. Love the fact that for me being new to RC it gives me valuable info that’s useful

[@ndoggeddy]

That speck would drive me insane as well!

[@hondofourfivetwo9347]

I got my nephew the same Traxxas Charger because it’s plug n play for his Traxxas stuff. Personally I’m using the Orion Advantage Touch duo at the track and I’ve got the older Advantage Touch on my bench. I’ve still got a LRP Phaser3 to run my old motor lathe and test n tune both brushed & brushless motors (yes I still use brushed motors 😂)

[@27pugsly]

Venom has to be the slowest chargers ever ! I’m selling mine on eBay !

[@uunklexdm]

you is my favourite channel

[@uunklexdm]

Hota D6 pro is smart charger

[@tylerpennfishing7326]

You’re my favourite KZbinr

[@johngantner9314]

traxxas charger is safe. cause if there is something wrong w battery it will not charge. had a 4s 6700 xmaxx battery go out on me after 2 and a half years. Ran the truck threw a deep mud puddle and now will only read 2 cells

[@Turn0vers]

So, I'm starting out in racing. What would be your recommendation on chargers? I'm so torn on so many chargers. There's a muchmore one at my track I might just go ahead and get at some point but I'm gonna need to save a couple bucks at first building my setup.

[@jonthomas8487]

I have the Hota D6 Pro Dual Charger and it’s amazing. Hota is the OEM manufacturer of Spektrum, ISDT and Hobbymate as I understand. I used to have a Duratrax 235 and the 4 button chargers are kinda wonky. I like the ISDT/Hota/Hobbymate auto detection of the cell count. Super easy to use interface.

[@27pugsly]

I love traxxas chargers they are fast as hell and a 5 year old can do it !! Dynamite and Hitec make good ones too .

[@boxinggloves87]

How long does it take to charge dual lippo 5000 with this traxxas???

[@ChicagoBears2121]

@@boxinggloves87 ~12 mins. for both of my erevo running Traxxas 5000mah 3S

[@benhumphrey3848]

I have a protek prodigy 680 and it is my first charger because my dad has been charging my batteries

[@tylertincher5738]

I just bought a SMC 6300mah 6s lipo with 135c rating. I’m wondering how many amps should I charge it with? I have a 14amp reedy dual charger

[@reidlawrence1114]

I purchased a Traxxas live dual charger in November 2023. Used it 3 or 4 times and it developed a mind of its own Regarding when it feels like powering up. I sent it back to Traxxas, they sent a replacement and the second dual live charger does the same thing.... Only powers up and works intermittently. I presume there's a bad batch. Now I've got to send the second one back. I have a Fleet of traxas batteries now and I don't even want to use their chargers. I don't know what to do.

[@coltonrooster]

Good job... Top vid and I just started...

[@johnmiller4553]

Good Info 😉 SMASHED !!!!!!! 🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@lloyderc]

Hey. Will spectrum smart charger charge a 1s lipo?

[@newtechai4367]

Please if you use the 100w to charge a 160000mah 6s 22.2v i think I would charge but would take too long if not what could happen please?

[@sterlingcooper5292]

You have a speck on your spektrum charger screen because you did not peel the plastic cover off the screen

[@True_Mana]

Another great video, Once’s you pointed out that spec i cant take my eyes off of it 😂.... stay safe ....💯🤙🏾

[@PaulC112]

How do you charge your traxxas batteries withe the s2100

[@everythingrc2324]

Adapter

[@ShakeyJake1984]

Where's the venom pros?? I have the duo and quad and love them! Love your vids man!

[@Ronnaferd]

This seems like a review of all the chargers Mark has 😉

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Good review on chargers

[@extremeneronero]

thanks bro really helpful

[@philliplyn2692]

Have a old school emaxx with two speed transmission first generation which dual batteries charger would you recommend 7.2

[@Ronnaferd]

I picked up the ISDT D2 Mark talked about in this video after watching this. $109 on Amazon right now and pretty good so far

[@grc9793]

WOULDN'T BE A SPEC"TRUM WITHOUT THE SPEC!! =)

[@jeffbryner5355]

I use a hi tech duo and its awesome. U can do ac and dc has voice automation it can do lead acid batteries ni cad li-fe lipo lihv nimh. Voltage meter resistance meter and its Bluetooth with a app. Ios and android. Traxxas for it to do as u say u need there batteries correct? You can use all the smart stuff on lets say a gens ace or reedy battery etc correct?

[@Ronnaferd]

Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe only Traxxas batteries work on this Traxxas charger as the balance port is integrated into the batteries.

[@spike--]

@@Ronnaferd Pull the little plastic plates off the front of charger to expose the balance plugs for non-traxxas batteries.

[@leroy5007]

Mark I'm new to RC I would like to know if you need a special charger to charge 8s LiPO batteries?

[@markdlc0805]

newbie here. for the ez peak live dual, can i use a diff brand of battery? and its the safest ryt? idid back in 2017 ihad arrma kraton iforgot how this works now. just want to learn more.. ty!!

[@overbuiltautomotive1299]

darn man i need one lol i got to figure this mess out and buy one for a kid and me 2 to as i am giving him a imex dart or samuri rc i ant figured it out yet but one of them .thanks fer video sir be blessed

[@DNA930]

What's the best charger for people who are non-Traxxas, non-Spektrum? Lots of people want to know about chargers for their preferred battery brand with xt60 connectors.

[@vloneseraph]

Which one of these charges an 8th scale buggy bettery the fastest

[@anythinggarage9602]

308 duo is my only charger and its the best

[@Lexusondubs25]

do they make a adapter to go from the spektrum 2100 charger to the traxxas xmaxx batteries ??

[@davidrice2669]

Hey mark, what should I get for charging 2 6s batteries?

[@boomerak4774]

Question. What are your thoughts on traxxas adapter? I have traxxas charger but just bought an arrma 6s and it has the ec5 connector. Will an adapter work just as well or you wouldn't recommend? Thanks in advance

[@_savageasfck_]

Works but is prone to overheating. Better just to buy a new charger

[@winstonoso5821]

Can u charge any brand of battery on the traxxas charger?

[@savageasfck]

Yes

[@garyvale8347]

can you recommend a decent ( with internal ac power supply ) rc battery charger with the capability of checking internal resistance of my LiPos....I also would like a recommendation on a simple battery resistance checker , as I am using these LiPos for airplanes ...thanks much

[@1521joe]

How To Calculate Your Charging Needs: To determine if this charger is suitable for your application, you must perform this calculation to determine the maximum amp rate the charger can supply. Divide the Watts of the charger by the Voltage of the battery pack. This will tell you the maximum amp rate the charger can deliver (Watts / Voltage = Amps). For example, if using the Touch 625 AC and a 6S LiPo battery, you would divide 200 Watts by 22.2 Volts to realize a 9 Amp charge rate. This means that the charger can supply a maximum of 9 amps to a 22.2 Volt 6S battery. This amp rate will gradually reduce as the battery voltage increases during the charge cycle THANK ME LATER

[@jamesgaribay1120]

This is funny. I just purchased a new battery charger myself.

[@benjaminrosich]

The spec would do that for me as well. Can't stand when something new has an obvious QC problem as soon as you get it out the box.

[@NoahRail]

the ocd IS REAL

[@SpeedSyko]

I love mine! Works great, have no traxxas batteries either. How long did you own the traxxas charger for?

[@darrengaynor4966]

Hi mark , I’ve just ordered the s2200 a newer version. Can you charge traxxas batteries with the spektrum chargers ? If not what’s your plans for the traxxas cars as I’m hoping my next purchase is a traxxas but don’t want to have to buy new charger just for it

[@cgvideosviapawpawguthrie]

I need a 123s charger ! What should I get! 🛩 🚗 Small Stuff! Thanks

[@omardin8410]

One of the legs on my S2100 is not attached quite right so the unit doesn’t sit perfectly flat. A little annoying but not as bad as having to look at a bad screen! Sounds like they definitely have some QC Issues then. Also occasionally during the storage charge cycle, it will not sound the finish tone and will just sit there at 3.8V. If I stop the cycle and start the storage charge again, it will then tell me the cycle is finished. The charger and batteries are only a few months old. The Ultra Power combined scroll/confirm button is really really annoying. If there was a separate confirm button it would be perfect.

[@martinflawless675]

Can you tell me the best charger for kraton 8s

[@kevinroi]

Please make a seperate review for ultra power up6+

[@bryson848]

Which one’s charge traxxas batteries?

[@rexp3137]

I'm curious why you didn't mention the Venom Pro Duo charger. My local hobby billed it to me as among the best. It's a bit complicated and difficult to use but seems OK other than that. Oh, and all the pieces you have to tote around is annoying.

[@alexvaughan6830]

I want a e Revo 2.0 any tips for a it and what should I get before I buy. I’m sorta a beginner but I kinda know what I’m getting into I already have a ez peak duel live charger

[@jorgemartin3480]

A lot of extra parts

[@rcspanishbasher8265]

If you have arrma support near you can compare with the kraton or kraton exb

[@lilcabster3442]

Aluminum chassis brace TRA5632 85mm hot racing straps HRASLS85T1801

[@nathanduenas358]

Yooo' Mark, what causes a charger to heat up while charging a lipo?!?

[@MarkSantaMaria]

Nathan Duenas when you start to hit the amps and/or watts threshold. I wouldnt worry about heat to much. It should shut down before it gets too hot.

[@nathanduenas358]

THANK YOU brother.....great all around coverage on your YT.....keep the interesting content flowing💪🏽🤙🏽

[@PaulC112]

Can u plug your traxxas batteries to the s2100? I literally just bought the x maxx please help!

[@rrshoeing]

Hey Man great video. I was thinking about getting a Traxxax E Revo or the Maxx. What batteries and charger do you recommend? Traxxas seems over priced. I had RCs back in the day and getting back into it so I don't have anything right now. Thanks!

[@trenthollifield6969]

I have had 3 Traxxas chargers and the fan first starts making a grinding noise then the charger shortly quits working within 3 to 6 months

[@bryson848]

Can you do a video on different battery’s?

[@stevendegiorgio3143]

I had a spectrum smart battery checker and the screen was dirty.I tried to take it apart and the screen cracked.I hated Fifty dollars down the drain.I will never buy one again.I have a ten dollar battery capacity controller and I love it.

[@rob86trott]

I only charge my battery equal to the amp hours. So if my battery is a 5000mah I charge at 5 amp

[@wescat2]

Yeah I always charge at 1C. I can see on occasion you want to charge at 2C or 3C if competition allows.

[@markdickinson2769]

Why no "Hitec" charger?

[@MASSARMS3]

SkyRC iMAX B6 AC V2 AV/DC dual power $30 bucks.👍

[@alexsegers5175]

Thanks for the review. I know traxxas has dedicated batterie connections. can all of these chargers load a traxxas Lipo battery? are there any other brands that use dedicated connection on there batteries or are there standard connectors on those. Hope you can clarify on this, greetings from Belgium

[@johngantner9314]

no thats the thing w no balance plug other chargers can not charge

[@alexsegers5175]

@@johngantner9314 OK. So if i understand correctly. A 'not traxxas' charger needs a balance plug to charge traxxas batteries. Does that balance plug come with the charger?. I am new to the hobby so i still need to look up a lot of stuff.

[@dana2750]

You can buy the little adapters that make the traxxas battery into a regular LiPo so you can charge it on a regular LiPo charger. Also all the Traxxas Live chargers have the regular balance lead plugs on the front of the charger so you can charge regular LiPos, they’re capped with a blue plastic cap.

[@gray896]

Really want to take my traxes to the beach but I don't got a way to charge it what would you recommend

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

I have that G.T.Power A6-10, bought long time ago and since I was green, I paired it with regulated 5-15V DC, 0-15A, 200W Output Fusion PS200ADJ power supply, that also has a display ;-p And could probably power 4 of those chargers LOL Such a waste of money and space wasting setup, it's like 3x the size of the charger. The design of the charger with external radiatiors through whole front and rear AND built in fan makes it probably very dependable unit when it comes to heat management for consequtive high amps charges.

[@dannyd0rit076]

High dude what is entry level rc

[@705on8]

I have same Traxxas and a venom hate the venum it’s way to slow for storage

[@jaredsay3331]

I have a Hitec and traxxas deal

[@ec3489]

$150 for a charger. Ouch, then $189 for the traxxas. Dahmit. Car chargers go for less . Crazy

[@RenBobbins]

Dude, it's call SPEKtrum. They each come with a SPEK. It's science. Look it up.

[@but531]

Does anyone know a lipo charger than can properly balance charge a lipo ? One of my 4s lipo batteries it's not balanced 100% and the buggy coging when I press throttle and I can't buy a new lipo right now and I try to save this battery and i do a lot of storage chargings one after the other with the hope to see all the cells as much balanced is possible. The battery was always in storage mode but one of the cells is lower than the others and now the battery is useless. Please if someone knows a proper lipo charger tell me and I will try to buy it. All the batteries i have are not balanced 100% and I can't understand why we buy balance lipo chargers. Batteries are expensive and I try to save them for the longer-term is possible.

[@tylerpennfishing7326]

Let’s go

[@PopExpo]

Hell naw... that's a $260 charger, that display screen better be immaculate or they're gonna have to exchange that.