I tested generic versus brand name AA batteries. I expected the results would show they all came out the same, because a battery's just a battery, right? Surprisingly that's not at all what I found! Pretty much every family has this argument that's been going on for years. On one side, you have the person who says generic batteries are just junk and you're wasting your money … [Read more...] about Which Are the Best AA Batteries? You’ll Be Surprised!
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Heavy Duty vs Alkaline Batteries: What’s the Difference?
As I've been shopping around for the best deals on batteries, I've noticed that some of the inexpensive batteries are called "heavy duty". What does that mean? Well, it turns out that it's not just a marketing term. There's actually a difference in the chemical makeup of the batteries. What's the difference? When you look at inexpensive batteries at places especially … [Read more...] about Heavy Duty vs Alkaline Batteries: What’s the Difference?
How to Use Greenworks Batteries in Kobalt Tools
In my last post, I tried to answer the question, "Are Greenworks and Kobalt Batteries Interchangeable?" The answer is yes and no. Greenworks and Kobalt batteries are incompatible out of the box, but they can be made compatible with a few minor modifications. In this post, I am giving you a tutorial on how to use Greenworks batteries in Kobalt tools. This tutorial will also … [Read more...] about How to Use Greenworks Batteries in Kobalt Tools
Are Greenworks and Kobalt Batteries Interchangeable?
I love my new Greenworks 60V mower, but some weeks I need a second charge on my battery to finish the yard. Since the Greenworks 60V line is a Lowes exclusive, the batteries are quite expensive. This led me to ask, "Can I use a Snapper battery in my Greenworks mower?" Similarly, I discovered that many people online were wondering, "Are Greenworks and Kobalt batteries … [Read more...] about Are Greenworks and Kobalt Batteries Interchangeable?