Rayovac Rechargeable Hybrid Charger, 4-slot AA/AAA Battery Charger With 2 AA Hybrid Batteries Review

This charger is perfect for Rayovac batteries. It has indicator lights that show the charge level. I like the old style better than the red LEDs as they turn off when charging is complete. This changes the display (continuous flashing). Batteries get very hot when charging, but this is normal. Rayovac batteries are super batteries. They store their charge - unlike other NiCd batteries - in the camera or device and in a zippered pocket in my camera bag. I currently only use these types of…

This kit includes two new Rayovac 'Hybrid' AA NiMH rechargeable batteries and a basic charger. Like Sanyo's "eneloop", the hybrid is also advertised as having a low self-discharge, but not as low as the eneloop. Eneloop should hold an 85% charge for 12 months (when stored at 20°C), while Hybrid should hold an 80% charge for 6 months (temperature not specified). The hybrid is rated at 2100 mAh, which is slightly more than eneloop (2000 mAh). I have tested both brands and can confirm that both…

I'm NOT a verified buyer for Revain but I bought the same set (charger and batteries) in Canada in 2006. It was the best technology back then because of the low battery consumption. Since then, this technology has become obsolete. I believe that Eneloop Panasonic batteries and smart chargers will replace this technology. The hybrid AA batteries have lasted so far (2019) and I'm using them fairly heavily again now for my EDC flashlight. There is nothing wrong with the batteries and even after 12