I Tested Rechargeable Batteries From Amazon! Which one is the best?

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[@kfin45]

The Amazon basic link are for triple aaa

[@OIF_VET_07]

The MC3000 would analyze the magic smoke battery just fine man. Check it out. Also, you should cycle the batteries multiple times, because the capacity most likely will increase after a few cycles in most cases.

[@aaronalexander6888]

was a bit surprised you didn't have any Eneloop batteries, those have been said to be the king of rechargeables and i have to agree.

[@broderickclayburn]

@@kfin45 triple aaa? AAA AAA AAA??? I’ve never heard of that battery

[@austinbeasley5349]

Try the habor freight batteries I wanna see how they are never tried them

[@bowengass4215]

Draining and recharging the batteries once a day is a hell of a commitment to make! Glad to see you're so dedicated to this!

[@FlyboyHelosim]

Yeah not worth it in my opinion.

[@advanced4945]

worth it

[@southernracing2468]

Every bit worth it if you have a favorite flashlight that uses double a or similar batteries or other high drain devices

[@Chrissanthumum]

People drain and recharge their phones everyday.

Yeah well let's wait to see if he is actually going to release the follow-up video... Only about 3 months left. I am kind of bummed he did not include the Eneloop

[@roberthrudolph]

Finally! Tyler starts an episode by ACTUALLY CHARGING THE BATTERIES FIRST!

[@thegrimschilkx]

Ayyy 🤣

[@intelatomtm]

I mean, rechargeable vs non rechargeable

[@XXavv]

​@@intelatomtmYeahhhhh Not sure what he's on about

[@R3VR1CK]

Probably gave him the idea for the video. Instead of one of those "you guys complained so I'll do it again" model. I'm not mad at it.

[@noneyabizz8337]

How boring

[@ExSkyCyclePilot]

Tyler, that "AA Battery" is a lithium-ion battery. It has a regulator to drop the Li-on 3.7 volts to 1.5 volts. When you tried to charge it with a nickel metal charger, you probably damaged that circuit, and possibly the battery itself. That type of battery runs at 1.5 until it can no longer provide 1.5 volts, then it shuts off. That's why it acted the way it did when you tried to use it to run the fan.

[@TheOfficialOriginalChad]

Its a tight package, but that regulator should have had a blocking diode

[@mariestarlight]

Holy shit, that's quite a commitment. I'll be looking forward to the future test in a year. Keep in mind if you want to get through 1000 cycles in a year, you'd have to charge and discharge them 2-3 times a day.

[@adrinathegreat3095]

I've got 20 year old every ready dual nicad, nimh battery charges and AA battery's 15 years old, that are charged daily for use in a portable dab radio, and right now they last about 45 minutes after a 4hr charge, they use to last approx 3 hours, same batteries.. So if regularly used can last a long time, I've also got nicads over 20 years old in an outdoor solar light, that comes on at dusk and charges during the day, these now last about 30 minutes when they use to last through the night..

[@samisbasement]

that is a crazy commitment to charge and drain those batteries every day! thank you for having the dedication to make all these projects into interesting fun videos :) I’ll be looking forward to the follow up video!

[@shabadooshabadoo4918]

Or he will just have a crazy cool breeze blowing through his house and live in luxury

[@MerkMonarchX]

still waiting lol

[@samisbasement]

@@MerkMonarchX right 😭 i wonder if it’s in the backlog or those batteries are forgotten somewhere in the garage

[@MerkMonarchX]

@@samisbasement very well possible with this man 😂 we will either never see them again, or a video 7 years later

[@PeteyParkz]

You should definitely re-run the capacity test and record the results every month or so throughout the year if you didn't already plan to. also, could be interesting to see which batteries get the warmest when fast charging and in use

[@jacksonleung6818]

Thanks for taking the time to do this. Well documented testing and research. Really helped me make a decision on which rechargable to buy.

[@Kracov_the_Madman]

I can't believe you didn't include Eneloop batteries. Best rechargable battery hands down. Eneloop has 2000 mAh. My oldest Eneloop batteries have lasted over 10 years so far. They still have over 60% life, which is leagues better than most rechargeables. So for longevity Eneloop might be the best, but I haven't read reviews of other batteries.

[@gregsmith9183]

Agree. Should have included Eneloop batteries. They seem to be the most popular and the only ones I use.

[@tobalaz]

My Eneloops have lasted 8 years so far. Hell of a brand.

[@JVenom_]

He actually did in an older video lol bout 3 years ago

[@amtrakfan5511]

What about Ikea which some say is identical to eneloop.

[@JustinBallard117]

Better than Amazon basics?

[@Letdown27]

Panasonic Eneloops are my go-to rechargeable batteries. The standard white ones and “pro” black ones have served me well for years. I wonder how they’d fare in this test.

[@F0XD1E]

The whites are rated a 2000 and pros at 2600. Even if they met those marks, the value isn't really there. The pros are $4.61 per cell right now in an 8 pack. They would have to really make up for it in longevity or low self discharge or something.

[@Deadlines-X]

This, I feel like noone brings this up the Eneloops are so damn expensive for 4 Eneloops you get 12 of those Amazon's ones that are 2400 they are clearly a much better value even if 1 or 2 of them died, they have a close enough capacity and they're cheap

[@Elminator666]

Good work. I'm surprised you didn't try Eneloop or Eneloop Pro by Panasonic.

[@jim6214]

Yes, I noticed that, too. I'm very happy with the Eneloop batteries I've used for the last 10 years. They are 1,900 mAh, and they only take 3 hours to recharge. I was surprised when Tyler mentioned that he was going to recharge his batteries for 12 hours! That seemed rather excessive to me.

[@dotar9586]

@@jim6214 The estimated 12 hours was for a charge-discharge/test cycle.

[@thegrimschilkx]

I noticed you didn't use Eneloop a Panasonic brand. I've used the same set of 8 batteries for about 10 years or maybe more and they're still decent batteries for wireless gaming controllers.

[@xn7331]

i agree. i have a set of eneloops and have been pretty impressed with them

[@TuckerFuckerr]

where did you buy yours?

[@zeusthedrumlord547]

Hey Tyler! That weird battery with the USB-C port said 2600 “mWh” or milli-WATT-hours. That, with 1.5 V, equates to 1733.33 mAh. Great video man!

[@haydenkicksass6995]

New Camera? I can't remember your videos being this crisp

[@andrewb3915]

I came here to comment the same thing. Glad someone else noticed.

[@james10739]

Ya I was about to say mwh and mah are not the same

[@Tig3rj]

It's also a Lithium battery.. Not Nimh battery.. That's why the first one fried in the charger! I take it Tyler doesn't read the description on Amazon..

[@martijnphilipse6864]

@@Tig3rj Thinking of "the average person", if it looks like a battery it probably charges like a battery. Unknowingly those people create an incendiary device...Who reads chinglese descriptions?

[@XessiveGamer]

Omg thank you! I asked for this video back when you tested the best normal batteries months ago. It was well liked. I'm glad you actually did this!

[@kiwiflavor6872]

When I clicked on this video I was expecting a topic on which rechargeable battery is the best, however I walked away with vast knowledge on the finite universe in which we reside. Truly peak performance, what others see as a grain of sand in a desert on this KZbin platform, I see all the atoms and molecules which reside in said grain. Thank you for blessing us with this. Also tiddy.

[@Dr.Venecia]

Loved your video. The way you broke it down was awesome! You helped me buy the best batteries for my Oculus controllers ❤

[@bigharrybushcraft8364]

To promote battery lifespan and reduce the risk of handheld napalm fans, rechargeable batteries have battery management systems (BMS). These are what control the charge/discharge rates and levels of the units. That is why the fans just shut off at a certain level instead of fading out. It is also why the operational maths aren't necessarily a direct reflection of mAh. Great job! I appreciate you informing me that I bought crap batteries. :)

[@-AnonymousUser]

Interesting great to know.

[@XdivineExp]

I'm so happy that he's gonna do a year of charge/discharges, I figured he was just gonna ignore the longevity aspect. I would've been happy if he'd just ran the first test like 20 times in a row but dayum.

[@wamrainc176]

3:09 there’s always some sound coming from somewhere in his videos lol and his reactions to it is just priceless lol

[@-zeer0]

1:47 Looks like Tyler was in recharging mode.

[@ManOfThePeople75]

Outstanding video. That's exactly what I wanted to see. Thank you!

[@ELExExCeEye]

This was fun to watch😊 keep up the good work

[@rustyshackleford6018]

What kind of rechargable battery test doesnt include panasonic eneloop batteries, but includes dee lee pow?

[@AverageReviewsYT]

A test that only tests dee lee pow lol

[@huntertiborcz1106]

Never even hear of Panasonic eneloop ebr

[@Karla-with-a-K.]

Great detailed review! Thank you!

[@sauraplay2095]

Great video! Interesting too see which were the best.

[@danielparsons3995]

I've been off grid for many, many years and used a lot of different types of rechargeable batteries and I used to use rayovac and Energizer batteries but when I started using the thunderbolt rechargeable batteries they seam to last longer than the more expensive ones and also lasted longer in years of charging them.

[@bigdog91paper]

I can tell you what was happening to him at 1:50, he was trying to sneeze. He was trying to use looking at light to force a sneeze cause his nose was tingling. He may have photic sneeze reflex like I do, which means heavy eye stimulation triggers sneezing. It's actually quite useful when you feel the need to sneeze.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Ah man light sneezes are the best

[@RydersRacing]

i have the same thing!

[@bestush7714]

thanks for testing/reviewing!

[@king-_-demon1650]

Tyler I've probably seen every single video you've uploaded and I've been watching for the past 4 years thank you for everything you do.

[@decoy8645]

Thanks Tyler for your hard work and information you are sharing

[@cutekittensmeow]

I really needed some TylerTube. I was just watching Muta's cat video and was feeling way sad. But who could be sad watching Tyler test random Amazon stuff?

[@rolar321]

This test is probably one of your absolute best this year. Seems completely serious and a test you can actually benefit from, even in Sweden, where I am. Thanks!

[@GlitterMagician]

I have been waiting for this video since the non rechargeable battery video. I went out and bought Thunderbolt Edge batteries after that and they work like a dream. It was the first time I'd ever gone into a Harbor Freight store too.

[@J.I.R.A]

Hey Tyler, awesome test! In addition to the life cycle test that you intend to do, could you do a long term test where you charge them, leave them for several months or a year inside a flashlight without turning it on and then testing what capacity they have left after such time and how long they last? Maybe you could leave one unit of each battery inside a flashlight and another unit of each battery in their plastic case without making contact with anything to see if there’s a difference. I feel like with every rechargeable battery I’ve used, even though I always leave them fully charged, they usually die fairly early/not even hold any charge when I try to use them a few months after charging them.

[@mikebell2112]

Rechargeable batteries do die suddenly.

[@MrKirby365]

Tyler I want to say I really appreciate your channel You put in a lot of work that a lot of us aren't willing to do and nobody's paying you to do this at least amazon's not paying you or duracell is not paying you... It's like a consumer report.... If we had videos like this in the eighties and nihe's that we're easily accessible there would be a lot of products that just never made it as far as they did because people would be able to give their honest opinions... I'm glad that crap products get called out... If you're gonna make something crappy be honest about it a lot of people are still probably going to buy it... Or make something not crappy.... But yes a lot of people are gonna run out and buy the drill driver that's only thirty bucks because they have three projects they need to get done and they don't need to spend two hundred and fifty dollars on a drill....

[@EspadaMK]

Lower capacity batteries are often longer lasting in terms of cycles so are useful in some situations like TV remotes.

[@Xrayfk05]

Doesn't make sense, you don't need more charge cycles if you are not charging them. Better buy cheap or low self discharge like Eneloop.

[@EspadaMK]

@@Xrayfk05 except eneloop do a normal version and a high capacity version (pro) for that very reason. The normal ones rated for 2000 cycles, the pros at 500 cycles.

[@MissFoxification]

@@EspadaMK I have both of those batteries, I use eneloop's for my VR controllers. They are at 1.4v when they come off my charger and maintain the voltage for longer, they don't suffer droop like other batteries. It's the same with 18650's as well, I have high and low capacity and the largest, and most expensive, show significant degradation after 500-800 cycles as well.

[@chowa6661]

Great job! Thanks for doing all that legwork

[@jeremypike9153]

Something to also think about is longevity. How many charges and discharges can each brand do?

[@MorganTye]

I love the battery testing videos! 😀👍

[@kristychartier1996]

While you continue testing, could you do a shelf life test on the rechargeable batteries too? We would like to know after you’ve charged them to full capacity and they’ve set on the shelf for say a month, which one loses the most power?

[@paulmcnair2307]

Stumbled across this video while trying to see which rechargeable batteries to choose online, very informative and interesting. Subscribed 👍

[@goaway3717]

I've been using various rechargeable AA batteries for a 8 or 10 years now and while I bought some Duracell and Energizer here and there I've gone mainly with Power Owl after finding the Amazon ones occasionally slightly out of spec (short) in size causing the odd one here and there to not fit in all my AA needing devices which I put down to quality control at the source. I've seen reports of similar quality control issues with Power Owl in size but haven't had any trouble with the several orders I've placed in the last couple years.

[@fraserd123]

Great video mate very in-depth swaying towards the Amazon ones the costs comes down the more you buy £2.14 for 4 or £1.96 for 8 think this may work out better in terms of capacity and my sons toys constantly needing new battery’s. Do you have any charger reviews

[@XxTWMLxX]

5:40 the usb recharge battery is a lithium battery with a buck converter to drop it to constant 1.5v. when the internal lithium 3.7v battery "dies" gets below it's minimum voltage cutoff the buck converter just shuts off the output.

[@edwinchapman1]

I didn't read all of the comments but the regular Duracell battery is 1.5V and most rechargeable batteries are only 1.2V. Something to think about there. Thanks for doing this test!

[@MathiaClan]

Couldn't help but chuckle when I saw the cooked pasta stuck to the wall. I think Tyler is the only real tuber on here. Everyone seems fake or overactive. Tyler is one of us that made it.

[@tri0xin]

Excellent! I've been using EBL for a few years. They somewhat do the job but between them and the slow/weak charger it's pretty frustrating. After watching your video I bought the Amazon basics 2400mah aa and aaa.. as well as that turbocharger. Gonna be nice.. the only thing I'd say is if I could charge them via Usb c that could be better.. in an end of the world scenario.. using a solar charging system.

[@SoldierBoy3064]

nice thanks for including the link to the charger you use

[@blzurd4792]

This is one of the best tests you’ve done so far

[@jp313]

I have the EBLs in AA and AAA. The work well. Now I need to find your video on the regular.

[@ygiagam]

Thank you for doing this. The results are very interesting.

[@embracerome]

Tyler can you make a video with summer time water guns/items

[@lanerobey5800]

Was hoping you'd test the Energizers I have (same as the one in your test except it's rated for 2300mah) but based on your data I'd say they're probably up there with Amazon and Duracell. Good nuff. 👍 Guess I'll have to keep watching for at least another year. Lol

[@markergaming]

Great videos as always

[@jozefjankovic6642]

Air draft on both sides of fans that are standing in the middle of the row helps them to preserve energy. Fans that are on edgeds have that kind of helpful stream of airflow present only on one side. Maybe that contributed to the struggles of fan #1 and to the success of the Amazon battery.

[@Nicedesk]

Eneloop batts are great. They may not have the best capacity, but they always have great self discharge specs and maximum charge cycles. Amazon basics that I used in 2017 had a limited service life. I used AA Eneloops extensively in my job. Eneloops sold in N. America are made in Japan.

[@aubreemack7557]

I have the Amazon basics they work really great for a long time (I used them in several different devices). After about your 3rd or 4th time charging they start to work for less and less time.

[@ced1106]

Great job! Confirms Power Farm's videos from years ago. Thanks!

[@ksumar]

Brilliant Test Results. I love the Fan speed. I could almost feel the breeze from my Laptop.... Lol. But I am glad I have bought PowerCell ones as they seem to be quite good in your test. Nice work Tyler. We look forward to seeing you in 2025 with the ultimate discharge/recharge cycle.

[@jogindersingh-prem7793]

I enjoyed your video. Excellent work. Very informative.

[@barzansaeed1591]

thanks a lot for the explanation , I realy appreciate it

[@smsservicesall]

It really depends on the build quality on the motors in every individual fan

[@Digital-Dan]

For NiMH, the rechargeables that get a lot of press are the ENELOOP brand. I have more recently been getting good value from some LiION rechargeable AAs.

[@kevinrivera1492]

Project farm did this as well! Can't wait to see what ya come up with!

[@ndlsjk]

I always get eneloops cause I read somewhere they are the best.

[@noonedude101]

This is perfect for me. I’ve been considering switching to rechargeables as I use about 6 per month at work.

[@simonsayle8929]

Thank you for making the video really helped

[@prathipkumarramalingam1842]

Bro... You really done great hard work. Respect... Keep rocking !! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👌👌✌✌

[@paulsmith6968]

Tyler would love to see you test elite tac flashlight. I see the commercial flooding my ads all the time. Your the goat for product tests

[@andrey2001v]

Results also depend on fans motor quality, batteries' voltage (discharge curve - more voltage=more speed) and chemistry (this time there were only NiMH and a single li-ion): * NiMH usually start at 1.4V then stay at 1.3-1.2V most of the time (fans with them will rotate slower and flashlights will be dimmer). And also since they're working at 1.2-1.3V most of the time - some smart electronics will think that betteries are almost discharged even on full batteries. * Li-ion batteries (with built in 1.5V regulators and usb chargers) are running at locked 1.5V until they're completely discharged. I find them dangerous to use and even store - electronics inside them is very dumb and li-ion is dangerous when something goes wrong. But when they work they're VERY convenient - as they dont require special chargers and 100% compatible due to 1.5V output. Capacity is kinda meh because of all of the additional electronics in them. * NiCd - terrible old technology, 1.2V, worse in all possible ways than NiMH. * NiZn - spicy boys. Fully charged they start from 1.85V, then quickly drop to 1.6-1.7V and only right before full discharge it starts dropping to 1.4-1.5V. That means that fans will spin faster and flashlights shine brighter (but more stress on such dumb components, in rare cases can fry electronics). Smart-ish electronics will believe that battery is almost fully charged even when its almost dead. Some electonics that doesnt like lower NiMH volatges works better with NiZn than on Alkalines (normal batteries). Compared to NiMH their capacity varies depending on use case (can be worse or better).

[@mahtomedi1997]

good luck love the commitment to the test

[@TyroneMurphy-qv4rf]

Yo big ups to you hommie I found that the information you provided was very helpful.

[@tylerbeltz3480]

Hey Tyler as a fellow Tyler I've been here for a long time and will always stay. TYLER GANG!

[@riejuroks1]

how the hell you gonna test the best rechargable batteries, and not test eneloops XD

[@Arahknid]

I bet the Amazon item suggestion on what you might like to purchase is just.... amazing. LOL

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Especially after the love hammer

[@ksavage681]

I put those PowerOwl on my shopping list. I didn't even know about them. Thanks Tyler.

[@richardbriansmith8562]

Awesome Video tylertube and i hope you are well

[@GreatLordOz]

I was just about to go buy a new set of rechargeable batteries. Who knew the perfect video would just appear!

[@britishjohn04]

I would buy Amazon basics. However there is one more test, which is consistency. Will another battery from the same pack perform the same or are there inconsistencies?

[@applesauceisgood32]

You’re testing batteries in your garage and I’m watching it, says a lot about both of us!

[@Lavenderrose73]

Hi, I appreciate you taking the time to do this. I go through a lot of AA batteries, and I need more again. I want to get rechargeable so that I can continue to keep my electric wax candles lit and keep lights on even outside. But I also wanted to know what I was getting. I guess I can start with the powerowl. 😊☕️

[@Oofded]

Hey tyler. What kind of battery fans do you use? And which ones would gou recommend?

[@keeganwright]

Can you tried flex seal super glue

[@bradburch2051]

I would recommend going off percentages instead of the milamps. For the charge and discharge. I'd also suggest getting those solar puck lights and throw them outside. It'll drain and recharge and show how the weather treats the batteries.

[@red_like_roses6635]

Been waiting for this video

[@andyvitz]

Yeah I can't wait to see what happens in the year

[@coondogtheman]

I've used the rayovac and the energizer rechargeables to make battery packs for my RC cars because replacements are no longer made. They work great. I use staples as the links between cells. I have some of the USB rechargeable cells but they cap out at 1,000mAh which isn't much good to me. I took the little charger circuit out of it and made a mini AA charger but it doesn't work that well.

[@carolefraze5972]

Yasssssss I’ve been waiting for thissssss!!!!!!

[@imakethesites3048]

Thanks for this!

[@robertcherman]

Here is one thing to think about. A different fan was used for each battery, which each could draw different amps. Nothing to noticeable, but maybe enough to effect the results. I wonder what would happen if Duracell and Amazon batteries switched fans, if you would get the same result.

[@M4K9G22]

Yeah this was one of the worst tests ive seen on KZbin

[@McCRBen]

The quality control on the fans is important, a slight difference in friction would change the results. Comparing two batteries at a time would mean the fans could also be tested. The two fans with the closest characteristics could be identified. Maybe take two makes of batteries at a time and have quarter finals etc I like the idea of testing several at a time, but there are a number of parameters. Holding a charge over time, say a week, a month, three months .. Lots of videos possible !

[@Twintania]

I use Duracell green batteries for rechargeables and I use them in everything they're fantastic. You can also buy batteries with a higher mah as well

[@FREEDOMNSTOCKSwithLUBIN]

Great video best I seen so far

[@Jeremy_Adams]

I got the EBL’s. I got 8 AA and 8 AAA for like $40 and couldn’t be happier with them!

[@Tammacazi10]

Hey Tyler I have multiple rechargable energizer AA batteries and they are stated at 2000 and 2300. They might have different levels of capacity at different pricing.

[@Theng405]

You should also test the voltage output. I noticed the fans in the middle were spinning with more power than the ones at the ends.

[@reactions_with_will]

I actually use the ebl, and they are incredibly durable. Been charging and recharging then for over a year. Well worth the money. And they have decent capacity, but it's not a big deal anyways, since you can just get a bunch of batteries, and charge them all up, and your good to go. The reason why i mental durability, is because they won't last forever, eventually they will stop working. So you have to check how many charges they are good for. So i know the ebl will work great

[@absolutelyblasted]

SO EXCITED EVERY TIME ❤❤❤

[@greasemonkeygarage1901]

I just started buying rechargeables, absolutely great video thanks bud

[@corneliuandsons]

Powerowl has a pro version as well. Would be curious to see how that compares against everything and Eneloops as well.

[@jacobyoung4657]

Ayyyy oh under 301 club! Only the real OG know what the 301 club is

[@AverageReviewsYT]

What is it. It must have been over 3 or 4 years ago because I haven’t seen it.. that or I missed it.

[@jacobyoung4657]

@@AverageReviewsYT on KZbin befour there were ads on videos new uploads would stop at 301 no matter how many views it got in the first few hours.