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Last updated: 12 April 2022
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Disposable or single-use batteries are still a viable option for a wide range of devices, from digital cameras and remote controls to battery-operated toys. We test and review a range of AA disposable batteries as well as a couple of AAA and 9V batteries to find the best value and best performing brands.

While single use may still be useful in an emergency, we encourage you to look at the results of our rechargeable batteries test for a more environmentally friendly and better value option.

We've also partnered with on this update to show the ratings the Ethical Consumer Group gives to each company.

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Our test covers alkaline, lithium and zinc carbon AA batteries from major brands like Energizer, Eveready, Varta, Duracell, Aldi and more.

Our expert testers give every battery a thorough workout to help find the ones that:

  • last the longest
  • provide the best value when used in high drain and low drain devices
  • perform at their best for the lifetime of the battery.

Our interactive comparison tool will show you which brands are good value and perform the best for longer, while our Recommended list will help you quickly work out which batteries come out on top.

Matthew Steen
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Energizer Ultimate

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Energizer Ultimate
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$5.00
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

87 %
Performance score 97%
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Value score 17%
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Endurance score 98%
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5 (1 member review)
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Eclipse Lithium

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Eclipse Lithium
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$4.50
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

73 %
Performance score 80%
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Value score 15%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 82%
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Duracell Alkaline

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Duracell Alkaline
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$0.61
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

70 %
Performance score 52%
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Value score 68%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 56%
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Duracell Ultra

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Duracell Ultra
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$0.93
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

70 %
Performance score 56%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 48%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 60%
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1 (1 member review)
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Duracell Long Lasting (AAA)

Duracell Long Lasting (AAA)
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$0.61
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AAA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

68 %
Performance score 67%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 96%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 50%
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Energizer Max

Energizer Max
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$0.83
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

68 %
Performance score 52%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 50%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 58%
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1 (1 member review)
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Energizer Max Plus (AAA)

Energizer Max Plus (AAA)
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$1.93
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AAA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

67 %
Performance score 76%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 37%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 60%
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Duracell Long Lasting

Duracell Long Lasting
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$2.67
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

9V Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

66 %
Performance score 54%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 56%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 90%
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Eveready Gold (9V)

Eveready Gold (9V)
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$7.00
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9V Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

66 %
Performance score 56%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 22%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 93%
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Energizer Max Plus

Energizer Max Plus
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$1.69
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

65 %
Performance score 52%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 25%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 58%
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Varta Longlife

Varta Longlife
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$0.60
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

65 %
Performance score 46%
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Value score 62%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 52%
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4 (4 member reviews)
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Arlec Alkaline

Arlec Alkaline
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$0.67
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

64 %
Performance score 49%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 55%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 50%
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Chevron Alkaline

Chevron Alkaline
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$0.63
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

64 %
Performance score 45%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 54%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 46%
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Eveready Gold

Eveready Gold
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$1.20
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This figure is usually based on the pack price divided by the number in the pack. The four-pack is the most common, however some of the models on test were only available in packs of 10, 12 or even 20 batteries.

AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

64 %
Performance score 53%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 33%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 56%
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Panasonic Evolta

Panasonic Evolta
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$1.63
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

64 %
Performance score 52%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 25%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 56%
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Anko Alkaline

Anko Alkaline
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$0.36
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

60 %
Performance score 37%
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Value score 84%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 42%
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1 (1 member review)
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Anko Carbon Zinc

Anko Carbon Zinc
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$0.21
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

20 %
Performance score 12%
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Value score 22%
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A measurement of the performance of the battery when powering high-drain devices. While lithium batteries may give you better performance overall, the cost per battery makes them a poor value proposition with cheaper high-performing alkaline batteries giving you better value.
Endurance score 6%
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Eveready Super Heavy Duty

Eveready Super Heavy Duty
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$0.55
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AA Battery size.
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This overall score is made up of performance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); endurance under high drain conditions (25%) and low drain conditions (20%); and value for high drain devices (5%) and low drain devices (5%).

18 %
Performance score 9%
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The batteries are tested in a rig and monitored by a computer, with each of the batteries discharged into a fixed load. The load is 2 Ohms for the high discharge test.
Value score 9%
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Endurance score 8%
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