This Ontel Battery Daddy organizer can store and protect up to 150 batteries, across a variety of different battery sizes and types: 58 AA, 68 AAA, 4 9-Volt, 8 C, 8 D, & 8 Button Cells. This extensive storage solution also comes with a ‘battery tester’ to check the charge remaining in each battery, while the case handle makes it easy to move this compact box around. It also has a 4.8/5 Amazon rating across over 2,000 reviews, though a small number of users cite a faulty latching mechanism, so we’d recommend taking care when handling.
This Fullcase battery organizer only caters to AA and AAA, but can hold a total of 54 individual batteries from the two most common sizes. It’s made from a heavy-duty plastic, and clearly separates each battery to prevent them from coming in contact with each other. It has a 4.6/5 Amazon rating across 950 reviews. It also comes in gray, brown and white colorways.
This Engpow battery organizer is made of silicone-coated fiberglass, making it able to withstand temperatures of up to 2000℉ — so if you end up in a house fire, your collection of batteries won’t explode and make it any worse. The box comes with two zippered pockets, and is able to store 66 AA, 56 AAA, 10 C, 10 D, 12 9-Volt, 15AAAA, and 48 Button cells, for over 220 batteries total. It has a 4.6/5 Amazon rating across over 2,800 reviews.
This affordable plastic storage solution from GlossyEnd includes four separate boxes for storing AA and AAA batteries. The see-through case makes it easy to see what’s inside, and the sizing is ideal if you only have a handful of batteries to worry about. However, space is limited, and the batteries are in close contact even if the ends are not technically touching. It has a 4.6/5 Amazon rating across over 5,000 reviews.
If you need a large quantity of commonly-used battery sizes, this 48-pack from Energizer gives you an even split of AA and AAA batteries. Energizer Max batteries are the brand’s longest lasting model with a 10 year shelf life. They also have a “leak resistant construction” to reduce the chance of leakage, according to the brand
I personally use Duracell’s rechargeable AA batteries for powering my TV remote and game console controllers. They are reusable, long-lasting options that reduce the e-waste from your home. This particular package includes Duracell’s dedicated battery charger and four pre-charged AA batteries — though the charger also works with AAA models and batteries from other brands.
Best compact case: Mupoer rechargeable lithium batteries with charger
Unlike the Duracell charger above, this compact case works as a handy storage solution for up to eight AA batteries, with the option to use it to charge the batteries when they’re not in use. The closed-box design ensures that the batteries are kept safe from the elements, and the lithium ion batteries should last longer than NiMH (nickel-metal hybrid) alternatives.
Storing batteries is all well and good until you need to dispose of a battery safely. To get a sense of best practice of battery disposal, we spoke to David Klanecky, CEO of Cirba Solutions, which specializes in end-to-end battery recycling.
Klanecky says that “You should recycle all battery types since it is a more eco-friendly option, even if your community allows you to dispose of alkaline batteries in the regular trash. You can store these batteries in a non-conductive container, such as plastic or cardboard, to prevent any sparks. Keep them stored safely until you are ready to dispose of them properly.”
Klanecky adds that rechargeable batteries, “should never be placed in your trash as they contain heavy metals that can be hazardous to the environment. Rechargeable batteries can and should be recycled. To recycle them, cover the battery terminals with non-conductive clear tape before placing them in a recycling container or dropping them off at a recycling location.”
It’s important to use the correct disposal method to stop batteries from going to landfill, where hazardous substances can leak back into the environment.
Klanecky tells us that “Batteries disposed of in landfills can pose a fire risk due to chemical reactions, short circuits and potential leaks, especially lithium-ion batteries that come from devices like cell phones and laptops. Batteries that end up in landfills may corrode and decay, releasing dangerous chemicals into our soil, water sources and even the air.”
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I have worked as a gadget reporter since 2017, covering the latest developments in consumer hardware, from TVs and headphones to smart speakers and VR headsets. I previously worked as the News & Features Editor at TechRadar and now freelance for NBC Select, Healthline and The Independent.
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