Product review
October 2021
Disposable AA batteries
We tested 1.5V disposable AA batteries to see which lasted longest.
November 2021
Duracell
Alkaline
Price
Prices are what we paid per battery.
Score
67
Recommended
Price
Prices are what we paid per battery.
Score
67
Recommended
The Duracell alkaline battery is a good performer in most situations and has a good shelf life. Its best use is in low-to-moderate drain devices such as torches, gaming controllers, radios and TV remotes.
Test results
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80Performance (low-drain)
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53Performance (high-drain)
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75Energy (low-drain)
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49Energy (high-drain)
Good points
- Good low-drain performance.
- Good low-drain endurance.
- Good low-drain energy.
- Good shelf life.
Bad points
- Poor high-drain energy.
Model
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TypeAlkaline
Specifications
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Time to fully discharge (low-drain) (hrs:mins)53:43
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Time to fully discharge (high-drain) (hrs:mins)3:40
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Expected shelf life9 years
More info
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Availability
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Warning these batteries leak and corrode over time if left in a device for a long period
Pros
None
Cons
I have found on countless occasions in the past that these batteries break down and leak..if left in a device they will on break down corrode your device..
Used Energizer lithium batteries every time with no worries
Recommend it?
No, this product has too many drawbacks.
Peter S.
Used 6 months or more