topic Re: Batteries in Holiday

Batteries

homedecor1 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:25:01 GMT

Just started calculating how many batteries I'd need to do my Fall decorating🤦‍♀️

I usually buy a 48 pack from Sams of Energizers ($19.99) and saw Lowe's has 60 pack of RayOVac for $21. I've not used this brand -- has anyone used them & do they last.

I stopped buying Duracell as it seemed they died or leaked and I ruined a few of my pieces.

Thank you!
Homedecor1

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Cassie1584 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:30:46 GMT

@homedecor1 wrote:
Just started calculating how many batteries I'd need to do my Fall decorating🤦‍♀️
I usually buy a 48 pack from Sams of Energizers ($19.99) and saw Lowe's has 60 pack of RayOVac for $21. I've not used this brand -- has anyone used them & do they last.

I stopped buying Duracell as it seemed they died or leaked and I ruined a few of my pieces.

Thank you!
Homedecor1

I have used them they are just as good as Energizers heck I have used Family Dollar store brand batteries LOL They work but don't last long but only cost me buck.

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Desertdi — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:54:53 GMT

I get mine from Dollar Tree or 99¢ Only stores

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Foxxee — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:07:44 GMT

I tested Energizer, Duracell, and Rayovac twice each on two 9 inch Luminara candles.

Energizer lasted 6 weeks with the candle turned on 24 hours a day.

Duracell about 5 1/2 weeks.

Rayovac 5 weeks.

Results were consistently the same.

I realize most don't let their candles on 24 hours a day, but this should give you an idea which brand lasts longer. The Energizer bunny wins.

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Elodie2 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:36:00 GMT

@Foxxee Illuminating info! Thank you.

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on the bay — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:06:45 GMT

When I did buy batteries I found the Energizer to last longer over rayovac

and duracell just didn't last as long as those or seemed to not work at all on a few I had.

Now, I no longer buy batteries.

I invested in rechargeable batteries and a battery charger and just charge them up when they need it.

I don't know why everyone doesn't do this. You never have to buy batteries again.

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CherryHugs — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:07:39 GMT

@on the bay Thats a great idea!

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Fressa — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:16:00 GMT

I have not had good luck with Ray O Vac batteries. They don't last and have a tendacy to leak. I use Energizer or Pro Cell (sold at a Batteries Plus store). I also used a brand called Werker and they worked well. All lasted for months and no leaking.

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Dragonflyveb — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:21:44 GMT

I avoid Kirkland batteries from Costco now. One of my battery-powered devices would quit. I'd open it up and find the Kirkland batteries leaked. A mess to clean up, not to mention damage to devices!

I go with Energizer these days. A few dollars more than Kirkland, but worth it!

dragonfly

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ciao_bella — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:47:32 GMT

I have battery operated candles in all my windows that are timed for 8 hours on and then shut off.

Every year, in fall the day after we change the clocks back one hour, I put batteries in my window candles and set them to the auto 8 hour on/off. I keep the candles in the windows until the batteries die. The Energizers last from early Nov. straight through until early August. RayOVac NEVER last that long. I have used Costco batteries that last about the same as the Energizers. And, believe it or not, Wegmans brand batteries last just as long as the Energizers.

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LindaSal — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:52:01 GMT

I usually find that Energizer lasts the longest. I do still use Duracell as that's the one my big box store carries. I've only had a couple of issues with them leaking but I only had to clean the battery compartment and it was just with candles. As far as someone stated regarding rechargables, I used to use them years ago when my kids were young and they were not very good , maybe they've improved somewhat but I still prefer a regular battery.

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Zhills — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:02:53 GMT

I find that Amazon Basics last as long as any others. I have a couple of items that "eat" batteries. Just quit using them lit!

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Krimpette — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:01:01 GMT

I buy my batteries from Amazo...their own brand. I never had good luck wih Rayvac.

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Mominohio — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:33:53 GMT

I always buy batteries in bulk at Sam's Club and for many years, they had Duracell, and I had great luck with them. When they started carrying the Duracell Quantum, I found those to last even longer. They switched to carrying Energizers, and I have bought a bunch, but haven't started using them yet. I'm not happy about the switch, as I got great life out of my Duracells.

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homedecor1 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:45:21 GMT

Thank you everyone I'm going to "try" them as I'll only use for about a month.

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Nataliesgramma — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:20:19 GMT

I like Energizers because they last the longest for me...

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AuntG — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:33:39 GMT

@homedecor1 wrote:
Thank you everyone I'm going to "try" them as I'll only use for about a month.

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You'll be fine @homedecor1 . We get.more than a month from them. The two big names, Energizer and Duracell are a little better.

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depglass — Sat, 02 Oct 2021 17:34:13 GMT

My only rule is to use one of the bigger brands like mentioned above. I see a huge difference between them and Brand X. I once had a large quantity from Sportsman's Guide (men's catalogue) that were pitched during a phone in order. They said I had to listen to their spiel. Absolutely terrible batteries. And Sportsman's Guide is black balled.

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BabyYoda — Sat, 02 Oct 2021 21:55:41 GMT

I am using up what I have left of Duracell batteries as I've had the most trouble using them. They leak and some are dead out of the box! I had one explode and it ruined my figural battery box. I've had enough of this brand.

I started buying dollar tree heavy duty batteries and so far so good. I also have an energizer batteries box I will be using soon for the holidays.