consumer reports tests batteries

[orleans]

since it's that time of year when batteries are practically a necessity (not for me, but for many)
here's the lowdown on which one/s are the best:
https://www.komando.com/tips/421841/how-amazon-and-kirkland-batteries-stand-up-against-the-competition

[PoliticAverse]

1. Panasonic Eneloop AA rechargeable NiMH for those looking for something more economical

and reusable.

[tech3149]

2. If you're not averse to buying Chinese check out Hobby King

They sell a low self discharge nickle metal hydride that's twice as good as the eneloop as far as capacity and cost. The cost is about half and they hold their charge about the same. I don't remember the capacity but I think it beats the eneloop. I use them for wireless keyboard, mouse, and radio control transmitters. They've served me well.

[Awsi Dooger]

4. I use Eneloop plus a device that recharges alkaline batteries

Took a flyer on the latter and it actually works, as long as you don't expect like-new performance. It is called MaximalPower, or something like that. Does a good job except on one of the major brands. Maybe Energizer. I don't remember. It won't restore one of them but otherwise works fine and is kind of fun.

I have had several generations of Eneloop. All were very good except the one with light and dark colored blue batteries. Stay away from that generation. The whites work great, and especially the type with the charging unit that charges each battery separately as opposed to blocks of two.

[True Dough]

3. Energizer has to pick up its alkaline game!

In addition, I recently opened the backing of a TV/DVR remote control that had Energizer AAA batteries. They lasted a reasonable amount of time -- several months to a year -- but they leaked a considerable amount of battery acid. Not impressed.

[safeinOhio]

5. Does Kim Komando

Still have her radio show? Use to enjoy her show when I lived in Detroit.

[PoliticAverse]

7. Yes...

http://station-finder.komando.com/

[KY_EnviroGuy]

6. We like Rayovac and Rite Aid alkalines

Rayovac - I buy from them direct because it's fast delivery and the batteries are always fresh:
http://www.rayovac.com/products/batteries.aspx
(free shipping on orders over $25)

We've also had very good success with Rite Aid's alkalines and they run special sales on them often. Their alkalines have been highly rated by a number of testing organizations through the years.