What AA batteries should you get? Avoid getting a dud with our guide, and check out our test results to see which batteries perform well in a variety of scenarios. We've tested disposable AA batteries from Energizer, Duracell, Panasonic and more.
Buy the best disposable AA batteries for your devices
Check out our reviews to compare the price, endurance and total energy of 13 disposable AA batteries
How to buy the best disposable AA batteries
With the wide range of disposable AA battery brands, models and types, we've made it easy to learn how to buy the best ones for your devices.
Battery types: Find out the pros and cons of each battery type - lithium, alkaline and carbon zinc.
Device drain: Devices can be categorised into high-drain, moderate-drain and low-drain. See which types of battery perform better in each drain scenario.
Expiry dates: Did you know AA battery packs have expiry dates? Learn where to find the date label to avoid getting flat batteries.
Get the most out of your batteries
Ignore marketing tricks at the battery stand, and see where you can recycle disposable batteries after use.
3 marketing tricks to ignore when buying batteries
With all the marketing jargon, it’s hard to know which batteries are going to last the longest – and which will have you right back at the same spot again very soon.
How to recycle used batteries
We explain what to look for when buying a bassinet for your baby, and how to use them safely.
Don’t buy these AA batteries
When you’re next reaching for a pack of AA batteries, there are three our testing has found you should avoid.
How we test disposable AA batteries
We put each of the batteries through high and low-drain tests to assess how they perform in different gadgets. Then, we average the results from four examples of each battery in every test.
See more about how we calculate battery endurance and energy.
