How does Energizer MAX compare with Ultimate Lithium?

MAX is an alkaline cell for everyday, low-drain devices. Ultimate Lithium lasts longer in high-drain gear like cameras and is lighter, but it is a different, pricier line.

Can these be used in smoke detectors?

Yes, AA alkalines are commonly used in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Check your alarm's manual, since some makers specify particular battery types.

How long can they sit in storage?

Energizer rates MAX for up to 10 years of shelf life in storage. Keep them in a dry place at room temperature.

Are they rechargeable?

No. MAX is a single-use alkaline cell. For repeated use, look at Energizer Recharge batteries and a charger.

Will they leak in a device I rarely use?

Any alkaline can leak if left in a device for a long time or fully drained. Remove the cells from seasonal or rarely used devices.

What devices are they best for?

Remotes, wall clocks, scales, toys, flashlights and similar low- to medium-drain items. High-drain devices do better on lithium.

Where is the Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack) cheapest?

At Walmart, for $42.99, as of our latest check.

Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack)

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Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack)

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Our take on the Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack)

Energizer MAX is the brand's mainstream alkaline AA, sold here in a 48-cell pack. It is built for everyday drains like remotes, clocks, toys and flashlights, and Energizer says the cells hold power for up to 10 years in storage. Against premium alkalines such as Duracell Optimum or Energizer Ultimate Lithium, MAX trades some high-drain runtime for a lower cost per cell. It is the sensible pick for low- and medium-drain devices; heavy camera or motorized-toy users should look at lithium or rechargeables.

Best forHouseholds that go through AA cells steadilyRemotes, clocks, scales and smoke detectorsToys and flashlights used in short burstsStocking a drawer for the year

Pros

Widely available and easy to find in stores
Long shelf life for stored spares
Reliable in low-drain devices
Alkaline chemistry suits most household gear
48-cell pack covers a household for months

Cons

Falls short of lithium in high-drain devices
Alkaline cells can leak if left in a device too long
Not rechargeable, so ongoing waste
Performance drops in cold weather

Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack) prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners treat Energizer MAX as a dependable everyday alkaline that does the job in remotes, toys and clocks. Complaints center on leakage in devices left sitting and on shorter life than lithium in high-drain gear.

What people mention

LeakageCriticisedSome owners report corrosion inside devices that sat unused with the cells installed.
RuntimeMixedFine in remotes and clocks, but reviewers say they fade faster than lithium in cameras and motorized toys.
Shelf lifePraisedBuyers like that spares keep for years in a drawer.
ValueMixedOwners find the pack convenient, though heavy users say rechargeables work out better.

About the Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack)

Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack), Double A Alkaline Batteries, UPN-153922

Questions and answers

How does Energizer MAX compare with Ultimate Lithium?: MAX is an alkaline cell for everyday, low-drain devices. Ultimate Lithium lasts longer in high-drain gear like cameras and is lighter, but it is a different, pricier line.
Can these be used in smoke detectors?: Yes, AA alkalines are commonly used in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Check your alarm's manual, since some makers specify particular battery types.
How long can they sit in storage?: Energizer rates MAX for up to 10 years of shelf life in storage. Keep them in a dry place at room temperature.
Are they rechargeable?: No. MAX is a single-use alkaline cell. For repeated use, look at Energizer Recharge batteries and a charger.
Will they leak in a device I rarely use?: Any alkaline can leak if left in a device for a long time or fully drained. Remove the cells from seasonal or rarely used devices.
What devices are they best for?: Remotes, wall clocks, scales, toys, flashlights and similar low- to medium-drain items. High-drain devices do better on lithium.
Where is the Energizer MAX AA Batteries (48 Pack) cheapest?: At Walmart, for $42.99, as of our latest check.