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Rayovac Recharegable Hybrid Slim Charger with 6AA & 2 AAA Hybrid Rechargeable Batteries Includedx$9.95
  (11 reviews)
Best Price: $9.95
Rayovac Hybrid rechargeable batteries come pre-charged and ready to use. This battery technology also takes NiMH rechargeables to a new level. While all batteries self-discharge over time, Rayovac Hybrid NiMH batteries hold their charge better than many traditional NiMH batteries, while not in use. This means that customers can now charge their batteries and know that when they need them, Hybrid batteries will be ready to go without having to go into the charger again. Lasting longer in high-drain devices than regular alkaline, and being able to recharge over and over again mean convenience and value to your customers!This 4 position charger comes with 6 Hybrid AA and 2 HYBRID AAA batteries.
MPN: PS32-8BVP - UPC: 012800505609
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Customer Reviews
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Buy it for the Rayovac Hybrid (but dump the charger ASAP)
By AOEAD7DPLZE53 on 2007-02-27
You get eight rechargeable batteries (6x AA + 2x AAA) plus a simple charger in this package. The batteries are the latest Rayovac "Hybrid", which are supposed to have very low self-discharge rate similar to the better known Sanyo "eneloop".
The capacity of Hybrid AA cell is rated at 2100mAh, slightly higher than that for the eneloop (2000mAh). I have tested both brands and can confirm that both ratings are accurate. Sanyo claims the eneloop can retain 90% of its original charge in 6 months, whereas Rayovac only claims 80% for the Hybrid. In real life applications, we probably won't be able to tell the performance difference between those two brands.
The charger inluded in this package, however, is a piece of junk. It is a timer-based dumb charger that simply charges for 8 hours at around 350mA and then turns off (obviously it was designed to charge 2500-2700mAh cells, because 350*8=2800). It also forces you to charge cells in pairs. Both 'features' are bad for your batteries. Do youself a favor and replace it with a smart charger as soon as possible. [...]
Great batteries, just be sure you get them from a reliable seller
By A1LHWIASGWVI1P on 2008-03-28
I already own some Hybrid rechargeables and they're fantastic batteries. Unfortunately, I tried to get some more from Thememstore here on Amazon. The order never arrived and Thememstore never answered my customer service inquiry about it. Amazon.com graciously refunded my money.
Bottom line... if you want low self discharge rechargeables these are the ones to buy... but get them from somewhere other than Thememstore.
good product, great value
By A2J3Q5Z0V2RLEP on 2008-04-09
I have bought several of these for myself and as gifts in 2007 and 2008, and keep getting more.
I tested the batteries on a LaCrosse BC-900 (also available on Amazon) and it reported within 5% of rated capacity. I have not done follow-up tests to determine shelf-life, but the batteries seem to retain their charge better than conventional NiMH batteries.
The charger works on 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, and its 2-blade ungrounded plug folds conveniently for travel. However, the charger is a slow timer-based charger, not a "smart" charger. At basically no extra cost, it is a great value. However, for home use, you might consider a smart charger like the Rayovac PS3 (only 115VAC@60Hz) or the LaCrosse BC-900, both available on Amazon. A smart charger takes better care of batteries by measuring when each is fully charged, then switching to a trickle current to maintain peak capacity. This charger can only charge in pairs and keeps going until the timer stops, which takes longer and can shorten the life of the batteries by overheating. Also the AAA batteries can fall out of the charger sometimes.
Until lithium ion batteries become available in AA and AAA, low-discharge NiMH batteries like these are the best available. They deliver much more capacity than the old NiCd batteries, and they have longer shelf life than ordinary NiMH.
Not Good For Digital Cameras
By A7IHMU24QTSXC on 2008-04-01
These batteries are only rated at 2100mAH of power and do not work effectively in a digital camera. On a full charge I was only able to shoot off about 10 pictures with my HP camera. RayOvac sent me replacement batteries, which did the same thing. I even used a different charger with the same outcome.
Good Good
By A22QPMX9BDUO26 on 2008-09-05
Good price and good quality the charger not the best bur for the price is more than good
- batteries a life saver
By A3DSOII0H6A2M on 2008-03-02
love this product its saved my sanity and money...two kids with leapsters a must have.
- Little Energy Tanks
By A3P0Q82AIQ29H0 on 2008-07-31
These little batteries seem to last an unusually long time in devices that were often alkaline piggies. They are certainly a better purchase than loads of regular, non-rechargeables. I don't have much experience with other rechargeables, so I can't make a fair comparison. But between these and alkaline? Rayovac Hybrids are far superior.
- Energy to go!!!!!!!!!
By A1K97A10DR3ILT on 2007-12-30
Great Product, works excellent with digital cameras and other high drain devices. I recomended, and is a good deal : 8 hi-tech batterys and a charger
- Hybrid Fan
By A2LI8YA2FCNLNJ on 2008-08-18
These batteries are great they have great lasting power. I hope I never put another regular alkaline battery in anything.
- Exellent product
By AOC221YMCOT7M on 2008-10-03
Exellent batteries, a must have.
But charger sucks, I dont know why it does not want to charge my AAA batteries. It does not recognize the batteries, light never goes on
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| Product Features |
- The ease of alkaline & the value of rechargeables.
- Unique HYBRID technology
- Batteries work right out of the package
- Batteries maintain charge and can be used in any device
- Batteries work in all chargers and last 3X longer than conventional NiMH rechargeables
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