BATTERY BRANDS RANKED FROM WORST TO BEST

10. EBL

EBL is a relatively young battery brand, having been founded in 1998. Their main focus is on producing environmentally friendly AA batteries. Their range includes various types of rechargeable batteries—Li-ion, Ni-MH, Ni-Cd, and Ni-Zn—as well as some disposable alkaline and lithium options. Because they offer so many different models, it can be hard to find comprehensive testing data that covers all their products.

From the reviews and tests available, EBL performs reasonably well. Their rechargeable batteries are often compared to Amazon Basics in both performance and price. Most testers found that the batteries charged properly and delivered the power you'd expect based on their rated capacity. However, some users did report receiving defective units, which EBL typically replaced under warranty. While that could be just bad luck, it's still something to keep in mind.

Due to the limited testing across all their models, we’re placing EBL in the middle of the list. They're generally reliable and priced competitively, but you might occasionally run into a dud. On Amazon, you can often find a pack of eight 2,800 mAh AA rechargeables for around $17. They also offer a stylish “Year of the Dragon” version—for those who like their batteries with a bit of flair.