It’s coming up to that time of year again – Christmas! Hopefully you have been well-prepared and finished all your gift shopping and if you are really good, even got around to wrapping it all ready for the big day. But are you really that good? Have you remembered to stock up on batteries for all those shiny new gadgets? Unless they come with built-in rechargeable batteries all those remote-controlled toys, wireless microphones, Xbox controllers and smart home devices are going to need a supply of good quality batteries to save any disappointment and to be able to use them on Christmas morning. And I think I have just found the batteries for the job – the Bevigor AA Disposable Lithium Batteries.
Now before you rush off down to the shops or open up your web browser to order a good supply of disposable batteries, remember batteries are not all the same – I don’t just mean size wise, but in quality and power. Depending on what devices you are using determines what kind of batteries you should use – for low-drain devices such as remote controls, clocks and simple flashlights then standard cheap alkaline batteries will do the job and last a reasonable amount of time but for those high-drain devices such as the game controllers, video doorbells and smart locks (plus all those constantly played with children’s toys and games) that all get a lot of use and feel like you are changing the batteries every 5 minutes, then lithium batteries, albeit more costly, are definitely the way to go. This is where Bevigor AA Lithium Batteries step in, offering a blend of durability, safety and long-lasting energy that makes them ideal for the season’s tech-heavy demands.
With that in mind, I have been trying out the Bevigor AA Disposable Lithium Batteries, 1.5v AA batteries with a 3000mAh capacity. And they have a 20-year shelf life so that they aren’t losing their power when you are storing them in the drawer for later use. They are also a more eco-friendly choice over regular batteries as they are free from harmful cadmium and mercury, which makes them a safer option for you and the environment. As they are a lithium battery those also outperform alkaline batteries in cold environments, making them perfect for those outdoor video doorbells and cameras, as they work in temperatures reliably from -40°F to 140°F. And if that wasn’t enough, they are also 100% leakproof due to their triple-safety leakproof design with their 3 layer winding technology: they have a built-in explosion-proof valve, short-circuit protection and sealing ring to prevent leaks and protect your devices.
Key Features:
- Capacity & Voltage: Each battery delivers 1.5V with a 3000mAh capacity, giving them significantly more endurance than standard alkaline batteries.
- Shelf Life: With a 20-year shelf life, you can buy in bulk and store them without worrying about degradation.
- Safety Design: Bevigor incorporates a three-layer leak-proof system with an explosion-proof valve, short-circuit protection and sealing ring. This ensures peace of mind when used in sensitive electronics.
- Extreme Temperature Performance: They operate reliably from -40°F to 140°F, making them suitable for outdoor gadgets like trail cameras or smart locks.
- Non-Rechargeable: These are disposable lithium batteries, meaning they’re designed for one-time use but optimised for longevity.
Now that all sounds impressive, but do they work and perform well? Simply, yes. I have been using them in my Xbox controllers, video doorbell and even my old digital camera that refuses to power on with lower end batteries – and they are lasting a long longer. I get about 30 hours of use from batteries with the copper-coloured top in the Xbox controller (depending on the game and if it is using vibration), with the Bevigor batteries I am getting around the 40 hours mark. My previous batteries cost around £21 for a pack of 24, are alkaline batteries and have a 10-year shelf life. The Bevigor batteries cost around £31 for a pack of 24 (although after I wrote this they are now selling for around £22), but are lithium batteries with up to a 20-year shelf life, more safety features and last longer.
Overall, firstly I want to get my initial reservations out of the way. Having never heard of Bevigor batteries before I was unsure if they would be any good or not. When I received them I was convinced that they wouldn’t be any good – the batteries are quite lightweight (approx. 15g each) and if someone had handed me a couple to use I would have said they felt cheap and wouldn’t last. But as they saying goes, never judge a book by its cover – they actually work extremely well and I am impressed with the performance in my Xbox controllers and doorbell.
I can’t really comment on the safety aspects of the battery; three-layer leak-proof system with an explosion-proof valve, short-circuit protection and sealing ring, as obviously it is a sealed unit and even if I took it apart I wouldn’t have a clue what I was looking at or how it worked. But going on what they claim it gives very good peace of mind that the batteries won’t leak into your devices causing them damage – we have all had batteries that have leaked and ruined the connection points. Bevigor’s design minimises that risk and helps to protect those devices.
With a 20-year shelf life (the expiry date is printed on the bottom of each battery – in my case May 2045), it allows you to stock up on batteries and not have to worry about them draining while not in use. Obviously I can’t test this without waiting 20 years, so I will just have to trust them on that.
I like that they claim to deliver a constant 1.5v from fully charged to being depleted, ensuring consistency when using them. And that they are perfect for outdoor devices as they work just as well outside as indoors is fantastic, it is not something that I have actually considered before when buying batteries – and they do work extremely well with my video doorbell that is mounted on the outside wall.
The only downside, at least for me, is that they are disposable – I would prefer rechargeable ones, but that’s just my preference (and then you do need to remember to charge them). And if you are using disposable batteries, please do remember to dispose of them correctly (a lot of supermarkets have bins where you can dispose of used batteries for free) – throwing them in with your normal household waste can be a fire hazard when the waste is collected.
Now don’t forget to stock up on batteries this year, not every device is mains powered or comes with a rechargeable battery fitted. And look at the devices you want to use the batteries in, while they are lots of batteries that are a lot cheaper you will find they might not work in high-drain devices and if they do, well you will probably be replacing them a lot more often. So on that note, I would also recommend a good quality battery and the Bevigor lithium batteries seem to do the job (they even come with a 12-month warranty if any defects).
For me, they have been extremely reliable and longer lasting in my Xbox controllers and I have been very happy with their performance. While slightly more expensive than the batteries I was using previously (at the time of writing this anyway, they are now selling at a lower, more competive price which makes them more of a bargain), in the longer run they will work out cheaper as they last longer.
Rating: 5/5
RRP: from £7.99
For more information, visit bevigor.co.uk. Available to buy from Amazon here.
