Amazon Basics AAA Alkaline Batteries

They don’t last as long as I thought they would. Though a toddler can run the batteries dead from any toy. Really came in handy in the long run. Worth the money.

AmazonBasics batteries are quite good in terms of capacity — pretty much tied for the top spot compared to the other 6 brands I’ve tested, but other brands have the edge in capacity per dollar. When I computed value by dividing capacity by the cost per battery of the cheapest package size, they took a respectable third place, and they have the advantage of being a trusted name compared to the value leader. In the images I have attached a graph and a table summarizing my test results for the 7 types I’ve tested, but if you’d like to know more about how I test … on to the in-dept test & review.

I’ve been on a bit of a quest to test all of the top-selling aaa batteries on Amazon in a repeatable, precise way. This means the same equipment, same environmental conditions, and same slots in the equipment will be used for each test. For each test, I fully discharge 3 batteries in my Opus BT-C2000 battery analyzer at rates of 100 ma, 200 ma, and 400 ma (discharge rate affects usable capacity). I have also performed this exact same test (same equipment, same conditions) on the ACDelco, Duracell Procell, Duracell Coppertop, Energizer MAX, Maxell, and Rayovac. I have linked the other brands I’ve reviewed at the end of this review if you’d like to take a look at the other results for comparison purposes. For the Amazon Basics batteries, the capacity at each discharge rate was:

Disch Rt | Capacity | Runtime | Sample use case
100 mA | 997 mAh | 10 hrs | Low-power LED flashlight
200 mA | 914 mAh | 4.5 hrs | Electronic toy / medium LED flashlight
400 mA | 623 mAh | 1.5 hrs | Motorized toy / bright LED flashlight

Note that these (and all other Alkalines) would achieve somewhat higher capacity (maybe 1200 mAh) in a low discharge application like a mouse, keyboard, remote control, etc because alkaline batteries have internal resistance that reduces usable capacity at high discharge rates.

The capacity of these batteries is among the best I’ve tested — take a look at the attached data table for comparative data. For the cost (~$0.31/ea in a 36 pack right now), these are a decent but beatable value — the power supplied per dollar spent is very good, but eclipsed by other currently available options.

Comparison:

These batteries do well capacity-wise, but value-wise are blown away by the currently cheapest energy/dollar battery that I’ve tested, the ACDelco aaa’s. Their capacity results were:

Disch Rt | Capacity | Runtime
100 mA | 1005 mAh | 10 hrs
200 mA | 864 mAh | 4.3 hrs
400 mA | 670 mAh | 1.7 hrs

As you can see, the Amazon batteries were very comperable … but, at the current time the AmazonBasics batteries are $0.31/ea (36 pack), while the ACDelco batteries are about $0.21/ea (48 pack) — so the ACDelco are significantly cheaper per mAh. I did not test shelf life, so it’s possible that these may hold up better sitting in a drawer. Although both the Amazon batteries and the ACDelco batteries are certainly made on contract by a third party, I do think that I trust Amazon a bit more to provide consistent batteries than ACDelco … although I haven’t had any trouble with my ACDelco batteries so far. It’s also worth noting that the Amazon batteries come in clearly superior packaging – while the ACDelco batteries come in a horrible gigantic plastic blister pack, the Amazon batteries come in a closable cardboard box. If you don’t go through a lot of batteries & organization of your battery drawer is important to you, that could push them into the all-around winner category despite the ~50% price premium.

Finally, because another review specifically mentions the Rayovac AA’s as being ‘good’ in some usage scenarios, I thought I’d share my findings for the Rayovac AAA’s. In short, they’re garbage – the Amazon batteries are better in EVERY case. It’s possible that the Rayovac AA’s are much better than the AAA’s, but I think it’s more likely that the version of the Rayovacs tested by the website that he got his results from is different than the most popular Rayovac on Amazon (I source all of my batteries from Amazon). I ran the Rayovac test several times because I couldn’t believe how poorly they did … here are some typical Rayovac results:

Disch Rt | Capacity | Runtime
100 mA | 908 mAh | 9 hrs
200 mA | 590 mAh | 2.9 hrs
400 mA | 443 mAh | 1.1 hrs

My other battery tests/reviews:

I have posted reviews for Duracell Coppertop, Duracell Procell and ACDelco aaa alkaline batteries with capacity data gathered using the exact same method and equipment. To find those reviews for comparison purposes, go to the product pages linked below and search for ‘mah’ under ‘all reviews’ (or just browse to them on my profile). If/when I do additional aaa tests/reviews in the future, I will update this list.

ACDelco AAA Super Alkaline Batteries

Duracell AAA Batteries Coppertop MN2400 – 20 Pack

Duracell Procell AAA Batteries PC2400BKD09

Energizer MAX AAA Batteries

Maxell Alkaline Battery AAA Cell

Rayovac Alkaline AAA Batteries

I recently purchased the Amazon Basics 100 Pack AAA High-Performance Alkaline Batteries, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. These batteries have become a staple in my household, providing reliable power for all of my everyday electronic devices.

One of the standout features of these batteries is their long-lasting performance. Whether I’m using them in remote controls, wireless keyboards, or small electronic gadgets, they consistently deliver a reliable and consistent power supply. I’ve found that they have a longer lifespan compared to other brands I’ve tried, which saves me both time and money in the long run.

Another aspect that I appreciate about these batteries is their compatibility with a wide range of devices. They fit perfectly into all of my AAA-powered devices, and I’ve never experienced any issues with compatibility or fitment.

In terms of value, the Amazon Basics 100 Pack offers incredible bang for your buck. With a generous quantity of batteries included in each pack, I can always have plenty on hand for whenever I need them. Plus, the cost per battery is significantly lower compared to other brands, making them a cost-effective option for powering all of my devices.

Overall, I highly recommend the Amazon Basics 100 Pack AAA High-Performance Alkaline Batteries to anyone in need of reliable power for their everyday electronic devices. With their long-lasting performance, wide compatibility, and excellent value, they’ve become my go-to choice for all of my battery needs.

Good performance and quality at a more affordable price, especially when you buy the bulk 100 count boxes!! I use the AAA for several electronic devices and have never had any problems and they last as long as the big name brands. I have yet to have a single leaker.. Even if they get completely discharged and they are left in the device longer than they should be. That’s a testament in itself to the quality of these Batteries…

These little gems are just what I need for my rechargeable under-cabinet lights. I use the lights in closets and under dressers during the night to come on when detecting motion. Each light takes three batteries, so I use quite a few as time passes. Since they are reasonably priced, they are my first choice when I run out, and with a pack of twenty, I don’t have to re-order so often. A good choice.

Ze werken als een batterij. Dat had ik ook wel gehoopt.

Prix intéressant pour des AAA de bonne qualité. Le prix est défressif en fonction du nombre, normal mais conséquent.
Les précédentes ont fait leur job, pas de raison que celles-ci ne donnent pas entière satisfaction également.
Bon achat donc.