We compared two NiMH rechargeable AA batteries: the Duracell 2500mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries (4 Pack) and the Amazon Basics 2000mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries (8 Pack).
What we looked at
Capacity, pack size, price per cell, recharge life, and charge retention.
The verdict
If you want the higher 2500mAh capacity from a major battery brand, the Duracell 4-pack is the pick at £9.49, about £2.37 a cell. If you would rather have eight cells for £9.22, about £1.15 a cell, the Amazon Basics pack is the alternative.
A £9.49 pack of 4 pre-charged 2500mAh NiMH cells.
A £9.22 pack of 8 pre-charged 2000mAh NiMH cells.
Duracell AA Rechargeable Batteries 2500mAh NiMH (4 Pack) — Highest Capacity
Intended for: Marketed as a 4-pack of pre-charged 1.2V 2500mAh NiMH AA rechargeable batteries, said to hold charge for up to 12 months when not in use and to deliver the longest-lasting power per charge among rechargeable AA cells in Duracell's own comparison, in 0% plastic packaging. Carries 4.6 stars from 42.9K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Higher 2500mAh capacity per cell than the Amazon Basics 2000mAh
- Pre-charged and said to hold charge for up to 12 months
- Established battery brand
- Higher star rating than the Amazon Basics pack (4.6 vs 4.5)
Worth knowing
- Only 4 cells in the pack
- About £2.37 a cell against about £1.15 for the Amazon Basics pack
Best for
- Buyers who want maximum capacity per cell
- Anyone who wants a big-name battery brand
- Those with power-hungry devices
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the lowest price per cell
- Anyone who needs 8 cells at once
Amazon Basics AA Rechargeable NiMH Batteries 2000mAh (8 Pack) — Best Per Cell
Intended for: Marketed as an 8-pack of pre-charged 1.2V 2000mAh NiMH AA rechargeable batteries that can be recharged up to 1000 times and maintain 80% capacity for 24 months, for cameras, remote controls and toys. Carries 4.5 stars from 188.8K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 8 cells for £9.22, about £1.15 a cell
- Stated recharge life of up to 1000 times
- Maintains 80% capacity for 24 months per the listing
- Enormous review history (188.8K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Lower 2000mAh capacity than the Duracell's 2500mAh
- Slightly lower star rating than the Duracell pack (4.5 vs 4.6)
Best for
- Buyers who want the most cells for the money
- Anyone with several low-drain devices
- Those who want a stated recharge count
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the highest capacity
- Anyone who wants a big-name battery brand
