ZEEE Lipo Batteries. Best Ever or Worse than The Worst?

[@jeeplivion]

nice thing about zeee is that when my battery came to me with a wierd voltage difference they refunded me with no issue. i managed to use that battery for about a year after refund. the other battery i got in that pair was fine and i still use it to this day.

[@Elveshelves]

Nice!

[@Eagles.Fan.Since.Super.Bowl.52]

Never trust a Man who opens a box from the bottom first. However I can confirm that Zeee makes a great value battery.

[@Elveshelves]

Pro tip. Open you boxes from the bottom when your home address is on the top of the box, especially when you're making KZbin videos. But yeah. Zeee is a pretty good bang for your buck. Cheers!

[@Eagles.Fan.Since.Super.Bowl.52]

@@Elveshelves 👍🏼

[@RobynTapps]

You're mad man... my friend sent me a package and i opened it from the bottom, repacked it with stuff to send him and wrote return to sender on it.

[@MEMES4MUSIC]

Do you think one of those 2s lipos would fit in a 1:16 scale car ?

[@Elveshelves]

U just need to measure the battery tray dimensions in your car, then find a battery that will fit the space. They make the batteries in different dimensions.

[@metoo3918]

14%?! That's way short of battery storage percentage! I've had batteries sit for years that didnt drop that low.

[@Elveshelves]

Unfortunately there is a lot of “China” involved in this set up. It’s not the greatest…

[@mjyanimations1062]

Your spontaneous laughter is making your cat nervous lmao

[@Elveshelves]

Here kitty kitty!!!!

[@jonbeauchamp156]

Good enough for me and my kiddo shredding around. Still working after 2 years

[@Elveshelves]

Right on... Its nice when things work out. Cheers!

[@fredrickfletcher2823]

Are they compatible with a smart charger?

[@Elveshelves]

You should be able to charge these batteries on any appropriately rated charger with the correct connecting / balance ports…

[@fredrickfletcher2823]

Are these batteries comparable with the name brands?

[@geneside0]

I have plenty of these batteries from Zee and had them for years, i use them for racing at the club and they never let me down. Also use them in my crawlers and bashers

[@Elveshelves]

It seems like if you get a "good" ZEE Battery it stays good. if you got a bummer... well thats a bummer. Cheers!

[@geneside0]

@@Elveshelves definitely, they are definitely budget friendly and allow to play longer than NiMh..

[@Elveshelves]

@@geneside0 True Facts.

[@Rek_Rc]

I want to like them because the cost is reasonable but every time I use a 3s by them, even storing it with a storage balance charger, they drop voltage fast and become unchargeable after 2 or 3 cycles. I've used 4 of them, happend to all 4 if I don't use them after only 2 or 3 days of proper storage.

[@Elveshelves]

Thats sucks. Sound like you got defective batteries. Id contact them and see if they will replace them.

[@Rek_Rc]

@@Elveshelves yeah, to be fair youre probably right. Maybe i just got a bad draw a couple times. I see they perfom very well for others and the price is very reasonable which is why i really want them, maybe ill give them another shot.

[@DyckRyk]

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[@stefanosavoia9144]

I now have 6 x 5200 mAh 6s 100C zeee batteries I use for a twin 80mm A-10 and a 90mm F-16. They perform great in the planes, capacity is fairly close to advertised. I would not bet a dime on the 100C specs, I don’t see those things sparking a wopping 520 amps and be safe... but even if they’re actual 30c, it’s plenty for 120A applications.. I like them!

[@Elveshelves]

They seem to be a good value for how well they work, assuming you don't get a bad/ defective battery. I also like them. Cheers!

[@FirstLast-tx3yj]

@@Elveshelves what do you think about gens ace vs zee Is there a fundamental difference in chemistry or the different C ratings are just advertisment?? 100C is really far fetched number for any battery

[@RobynTapps]

​@@FirstLast-tx3yjgens ace have been a reputable name in the industry for years. Youre comparing apples to oranges.

[@TW39]

Hi how long does the 6000mah battery last for from fully charged to going flat when running it in rc car

[@jayputters615]

Just ordered 2 i paid 64 for a 2 pack where you getting those so cheap i got 5200 mah 80c 11.2 volt

[@Elveshelves]

I ordered my batteries on Black Friday/ Cyber Monday…

[@billygoatracer]

Can I charge them with my spektrum charger

[@Elveshelves]

I don’t have a “spektrum” charger, but i assume you can charge these batteries with any properly rated charger with the correct connections. Cheers!

[@billygoatracer]

@@Elveshelves thank you

[@UnrealsticRider]

Am I able to put an xt60 yellow connector on these batteries?

[@Elveshelves]

I think you can order the battery with different types of connectors, or you can change them to what ever you want, as long as you have the soldering tools and know how.

[@jalanmonjali8956]

I will consider my self to buy 2 of those zeee. Thanx for reviewing

[@dmwiggy7661]

Thank you for your review! Just got my son a truck for Christmas

[@Elveshelves]

Nice! Some of my favorite Xmas memories were getting RC toys!

[@dmwiggy7661]

@@Elveshelves what charger do you use? The one that came with the truck will take 7 1/2 years to charge a single battery

[@Elveshelves]

@@dmwiggy7661 I use the HTRC B6 V2… its a clone of a well known charger. They make better ones but the price is reasonable. It’s got a bit of a learning curve so it isn’t super duper easy to use. Here is a vid. kzbin.info/www/bejne/laCwo4SBbZKBmLc

[@zoyz7376]

That sounds great, do your want to try our battery? we need some vlogger experience our new product!!

[@Elveshelves]

ok. Contact me at ([e-mail])

[@DizzyDsvids2Please]

Il do a review on them for u

[@andrewut7ya511]

Yea zeee is pretty good. I use them for a freestyle fpv drone and have had good luck so far.

[@31ij4h]

Will this be good for my ecx brutus?

[@Elveshelves]

Im not 100% sure. Zeee makes lots of different types of batteries. U just want to check the battery tray dimensions and the ratings for you RC so everything is with in specifications. Cheers!

[@31ij4h]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@shawng5799]

There is a hidden calibration menu on the charger. You hold two buttons down and apply power.

[@Elveshelves]

good to know!

[@iamjman666]

Maybe consider buying a good charger. Something Like a Yuki. In Germany something about 150€. I own a Version of your charger too and ist sucks Balls ;-)

[@shawng5799]

@@iamjman666 Had mine 3 years and never been any trouble only looking for a new one now because I want to go to LIHV.

[@mezzyshredder]

I found these batteries catch fire, don't have the power of Traxxas batteries and do yast as long on run time of lifespan as Traxxas. If you are choosing to use these over Traxxas batteries, not recommended. Traxxas batteries hold up far better. In addition, you can follow the charging of the batteries and the voltage of the batteries as they charge on your Traxxas app. You really can't beat the Traxxas batteries in the performance that they offer. They last forever and have better functionality in all aspects. At least that's my findings. You may find something different. That's my experience. Hope it helps.

[@themag221]

@@mezzyshredder traxxas sucks !

[@JAROBIE1512]

Quick question what do you set your charger to charge those batteries? I have some 3s 7200 lipos but my charger only goes up to 6.0a is that still charging my 3s 7200 lipo to its full capacity? Thanks

[@Elveshelves]

I use the full 6 amps. The batteries I own have a Charge C Rating that would safely allow me to charge at an even higher amperage but my charger maxes out at 6. Generally the higher the amp the faster the charge...but the amperage rating on the charger doesn't determine "fullness" of the change. Cheers!

[@specializedbighitfsr]

@@Elveshelves on average how long are these 7200 milliamp hour batteries taking to charge at a 6 amp charge rate? Just curious about that charger you have :-) thanks.

[@shuntebikes]

@@specializedbighitfsr 7200mah=7.2ah divide the capacity by the amps of the charger to get the charge time, 7.2÷6=1.2, 1.2hours is 72 minutes

[@jonassimonaitis]

Never seen a man be so exited for some zee batteries XD

[@Elveshelves]

The things I’ll do to entertain the internet…. Cheers!

[@mikearnold1857]

He sounds like Chris from Family Guy when he laughs 😄

[@Elveshelves]

Im told my laugh is not like most others

[@raeesstemmet9656]

Batteries still holding up?

[@Elveshelves]

So far they are holding up pretty good. I did have a small issue with my Deans adapters staying connected to one of the batteries but I just tweaked the metal a bit and it seems to be working fine now. I would buy them again.

[@shawnmanson1285]

My pair of 9000mah 4s just showed up. Gonna unleash the demon with my xmaxx

[@Elveshelves]

ohhhhhhh shit!!! That sounds like a real good time.

[@fotomovment2396]

hey does it make you feel nervous that your xmcxx might catch on fire? specifically with these batteries.

[@joelpolobru]

My 3s has broken both my 120A ESC I´m not using this batt again.

[@Elveshelves]

oh, man that's not good.

[@dboogeman2002]

Love my Zeee batteries. They are the only batteries I buy now.

[@Elveshelves]

Nice!

[@fabianlucas846]

What do you use to charge your zeee Batteries

[@zxrmuzzy]

I bought one It didn't come with the charger What i'm supposed to do buy the charger😅

[@Elveshelves]

You will need a charger if you want to use the battery.

[@User3eighty4]

That’s what she said

[@Elveshelves]

It is….

[@jcallesano]

My zeee batteries are awesome. Can't beat the price for the Mah ratings. 2 9000mah 4s batteries at 100c less than 200 bucks. No one can beat that.

[@Elveshelves]

They are priced very competitively... I have had some Deans plug connection issues but thats fixable. As far as the actual battery... work great. Im happy.

[@yayatoure3461]

Do you need a special charger?

[@jcallesano]

@YaYa Toure no you just need a charger that has whatever connections your battery has. I have a Venom dual Pro charger. It only goes up to 7 amps I wish it was more powerful because I would like to charge these batteries with the higher amp rating.

[@yayatoure3461]

@@jcallesano ahhh thanks. So my xmaxx charger should work then. Question, do you know the process or what parts are needed to convert the charger connector to make it compatible with the xmax?

[@jcallesano]

@YaYa Toure I assume you mean a traxxas ID charger? You'll need the same TRX ID connectors or regular TRX connectors and use the traxxas chargers balance port and manually set the charger. Your charger will work, but it's a hassle commitment to change battery connectors, etc.

[@rctrucks2094]

I don't really think the Traxxas batteries are better. They're more expensive but similar quality. It might be your charger. Looks like one of the Chinese ones and they tend to not charge them full.

[@mezzyshredder]

My experience has been far different. I find Traxxas batteries to be far superior than any other brand. They last longer on run time, they have more burst and power out of the box, and they last longer lifetime wise. I've got over a couple hundred runs on each of my batteries. And they run like new. And they don't catch fire. And because it's a reputable brand you know everything about the functionality is perfect. They don't come unbalanced. You don't have to worry about that kind of stuff. They don't overheat. They are the best batteries for Traxxas vehicles. Maybe not for others but if you have a Traxxas vehicle you will find Traxxas batteries run and perform the best. Giving you the least amount of issues. As far as runtime goes, simply by an extra battery as I do. And you get double the runtime.

[@rctrucks2094]

@@mezzyshredder Interesting to hear this. Although the Traxxas batteries are long lasting, they are triple the price. Who wants to buy a $1000 Xmaxx and spend an extra $450 just on batteries? And also the punch rate of Traxxas batteries is quite low actually. 50c and Zeee is 80c. Them saying "only battery certified for use in Traxxas vehicles" is how they make money. The electronics don't care which brand of battery as long as it has enough volts. My buddy uses HRB and Zeee and he has several cars and planes he says they're great. Here are some issues that can cause a bad experience with off brand lipos: 1. Soldering. If you don't solder correctly it can cause a weak connection which will result in very little voltage actually getting into the truck. 2. If you don't heat shrink the wire after soldering the battery can short out and that is dangerous and will damage the battery. 3. If you use a weak connector. I can't recommend Deans or XT60 unless it is for something small. I like XT90 which is very easy to solder EC5 is even better but hard to solder in my opinion. Let me know what you think.

[@mezzyshredder]

I've been running rcs for 30 years so I'm aware of the risks involved. So the C rating can't be proved . Most aftermarket companies fudge this rating if you truly compare it to other name brand reputable companies like a Traxxas battery. So any company can make any claim of a rating. I find after using almost every brand of battery, that Traxxas batteries perform the most consistently, have true ratings, and are an investment that is worth investing in. The cost of the batteries is far less expensive overall when you factor in that you'll be buying more aftermarket batteries since they do not last as long as Traxxas batteries. To prove that point, simply look on ebay and you'll see tons of used Traxxas batteries that work perfectly for $49. Everyone eventually experiences the lesson of you get what you pay for. So since Traxxas vehicles cost so much, I do not wish to risk using another battery company. When I had an issue with my ecs in my Maxx, Traxxas knew I was only using their batteries and even though my esc was well past the warranty period, they recognized the issue I had was happening since the truck was new and gave me a free replacement. So it pays to use Traxxas batteries. They last years longer than every aftermarket brand. And I have been using Traxxas vehicles since their inception. No other battery lasts longer and they never catch fire. Never have to worry about that. So worth the money. If you can't afford Traxxas parts then but a less expensive vehicle. But Traxxas vehicles AND their parts and batteries and chargers are top. I love using the Traxxas app to monitor the voltage on my batteries. That's what you are paying for. Not just a battery. But EVERYTHING else that comes along with it. A strong company reputation, excellent customer service, longevity, consistency, reliability, power and speed. And the batteries last 25 to 30 minutes and every single vehicle I run. Sometimes longer depending on the terrain. But never has an aftermarket battery performed BETTER...than the Traxxas battery

[@rctrucks2094]

@@mezzyshredder I see. This is the first time I have heard an experienced person like the Traxxas batteries. I can afford Traxxas batteries but didn't think it was worth it. Most people I have talked to say Turnigy, Gens Ace, and Onyx packs are the best. Some even claim Onyx gives +10 mph which is insane. But of course these are much more expensive then Traxxas batteries. I guess people have to get their own opinions everyone had a different opinion lol

[@Janhatfun]

Good one. I bought these batteries now

[@Elveshelves]

Nice!

[@125_gunna]

I ordered 4 zeee 3s lipos and all 4 of them went out of balance on the first run😑 i would not buy them again

[@Elveshelves]

I’d contact zee and let them know.

[@125_gunna]

@@Elveshelves ill let them know, thank you

[@rcjunkie260]

Its hit or miss with zee and don't last long 3s that is. I bought 2 8000mah 100c. 100c they were not! My powerhobby 5200mah 50c had very noticeable power difference, more power. Used in a limitless max8 2000kv,no crazy speed run 87mph top speed. Maybe 8 runs, only one 87mph pass. Mostly run in a blx Granite. 9 months later and puffing bad on last charge and never ran.

[@Lunarpollo5622]

2:03 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@velveta7650]

Cool orange chairs

[@Elveshelves]

yes. extremely vintage.

[@andrewdinwiddie8331]

Don’t buy or use! If you are please dont charge these inside or unattended store them in a metal box not a cheap battery bag. I had one explode and burnt down my house…. And I used the same smart charger and the battery wasn’t damaged and less the 3 months old! And it was in a zee battery bag…. You have been warned.

[@geoff9480]

Thanks for informing us

[@rcjunkie260]

If a lipo comes unbalanced as bad as that 3s, just return it. It will not last long. Check out ovonic lipos,about the same price and balance great.

[@Elveshelves]

I ended up getting my money back on the "off" battery.

[@GTMatukka]

There has been a lot of Ovonic balance issues as a new after few runs. So dunno if it's a good choice now.

[@AdventuresByR]

What’s the run time

[@Elveshelves]

The 2s 5200's get over an hour running in my crawler. I run the 3s 7200's in my maxx and get some where around a half hour... Cheers!

[@kniaz847]

The worst waste of money they go wrong and damage your rc did my 3 cars all 3 esc burned the esc was compatible up to 3s i was using 2s and it melted the connector in seconds after i connected it would never buy it or recommended Prefer to pay more and get higher brand and be safe

[@Elveshelves]

Ouch. That’s not good. So far I haven’t had any issues. Hopefully u have better luck with a different brand.

[@vandamnjaunclode9813]

i have zeee 2s 2200mah lipo battery 7.4v 50c its sucks fake C RATE i ask for return battery to seller its worst

[@tugrasarchive]

Symphatischer Kerl

[@Janhatfun]

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