These may not be big-name branded batteries, but the Amazon Basics Alkaline AAAare excellent performers. Scoring extremely well in my high-drain tests, the overall high-capacity of these batteries demonstrates that they would work well for lower-drain uses, too, such as in remote controls. Available in a wide range of pack sizes and at superb prices, these are a top buy.
The majority of budget batteries don’t have a very good reputation for performance, but the Amazon Basics line has proved itself to be able to compete with the big names. In my tests, the Amazon Basics Alkaline AA batteries proved their worth, and the smaller Amazon Basics Alkaline AAA are just as good.
High capacity, low price and with good results in my drain tests, these are excellent batteries for all jobs.
Performance
Performs brilliantly in high-drain test
High overall capacity
As with its other batteries, Amazon doesn’t provide any detailed performance or spec information for the Amazon Basics Alkaline AAA batteries. All the company says is that the batteries have a 10-year shelf life (pretty standard for alkaline batteries) and that they’re suitable for all jobs, covering high drain, such as in torches, and low drain for items such as remote controls. Amazon also says that its batteries are built to prevent leakage during storage.
To test performance I use an Ansmann Energy XC3000, running its drain test, which operates at 600mA (+/-20%). This is a relatively high-drain task. I bought a set of Amazon Basics Alkaline AAA batteries and picked four at random from the box for testing. I checked their starting voltage, which was 1.5V – which is spot on for a set of alkaline batteries.
Next, I completed the first drain test, which saw the batteries achieve, on average, a capacity of 560mAh – that’s the best result out of all the AAA batteries that I’ve tested.
Next, I let the batteries cool down for a few hours and then repeated the test to see if there was any charge left. This second test returned an average of 25mAh, for a total overall capacity of 585mAh – the second-highest overall.
What these results show is that the Amazon Basics Alkaline AAA batteries can be efficiently drained at high load, yet the overall high capacity makes them a good choice for low-drain uses, too, such as in remote controls.
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The Amazon Basics Alkaline AAA are available in packs of 8, 12, 20, 48 or 100. Prices range from around 75p per battery down to around 30p per battery. I’ve listed the price for the 12-pack (around 58p per battery), since it gives a good balance between the overall price and the number of batteries.
Should you buy it?
If you want high-performing batteries for all types of use, these budget AAA batteries are a brilliant choice.
Overall tested capacity isn’t the highest, so for low-drain uses where you want the longest life, you may want to look elsewhere.
Final Thoughts
These are some of the cheapest AAA batteries available, yet they returned the best performance with the highest overall capacity in my initial drain test, and second overall for total capacity. Given that these batteries can cope well with all types of use, there’s little reason to look elsewhere, particularly as you can buy them in multiple pack sizes to suit your needs.
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We use an Ansmann Energy XC 3000 to drain batteries, so that we can test capacity in mAh. After the first run, we allow the batteries to cool and then retest to give us a second reading.
We measure the initial voltage of the batteries, checking that the starting voltage is at least 1.5V.
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I tested the AA size Amazon brand battery to find out the actual usable capacity as compared to the AA Duracell Procell battery. The results showed that the Amazon battery is about 88 percent the capacity of the Duracell. If you calculate the cost per unit capacity, the batteries are almost identical.
Which brand of rechargeable batteries is superior: Energizer or Duracell? Duracell. Duracell lasts longer, despite having a lower energy charge measurement of 2000 mAh for their AA batteries, whereas Energizer AA has 2200 mAh.
Lithium, an exceptionally light metal, gives lithium batteries the highest energy density of any battery cell. Thus, they can store more energy than alkaline batteries or any single-use battery of a comparable size. And they are superb performers in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
Rechargeable batteries work best in applications with long run times that operate at a constant discharge. Examples include toys, remotes and video game controllers. Alkaline batteries are a much better choice for low drain devices that draw small amounts of power over a longer period of time.
Typically the first letters in the alphanumeric code will identify the type of battery. The first letters (LR) indicates an Alkaline battery and may be thrown in the trash. Batteries with the first letters (CR) indicates a Lithium battery, (SR) indicates a Silver Oxide which contain heavy metals.
The lifespan of unused household batteries in their original packaging ranges anywhere from 5 to 20 years in storage. Be sure to check the manufacturer details for more specifics. According to Energizer, its batteries last anywhere from 5-20 years in storage, depending on product type.
Yes, they're cheap, but they offer excellent value. They're available in a huge range of sizes, right up to 100 batteries – and, importantly, they perform brilliantly.
Duracell and Energizer are both well-known brands of alkaline batteries. Kirkland is a private label brand sold by Costco. In general, all three brands are known for producing high-quality batteries, but the specific performance characteristics of each brand may vary depending on the type of battery and application.
Lithium: There are several types of lithium AAA batteries. The most common disposable types are simply called lithium. They have a shelf life of 10 or more years, and typically last three to five times as long as alkaline AAA batteries in use. As a result, lithium AAA batteries are recommended for high-drain devices.
As compared to a non-alkaline battery, an alkaline battery delivers slightly more energy and longer shelf life. Simple yet sophisticated, this type of household battery contains a few main components.
Alkaline batteries offer longer-lasting power, higher performance, and are suitable for high-drain devices, while carbon batteries are better suited for low-drain devices with less demanding power needs.
It's important to note that lithium batteries and alkaline batteries have different voltage outputs and chemistries, so they are not interchangeable in most cases. It's best to use the type of battery recommended by the device manufacturer to ensure proper performance and avoid damage to the device.
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