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  Review: CTEK MXS 5.0 12v battery charger (productReview)
  It’s a quick worker as well. Obviously, how quick it is depends on the state of your battery and its size but this is one of the quickest chargers out there. For example, an 8Ah battery will be 80% charged (and so ready to use) in about eight hours, while a 60Ah battery will be ready in 12.
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  Review: Gardena PowerMax 37/36A P4A cordless mower (productReview)
  The Gardena PowerMax 37/36A P4A is a moderately compact cordless lawn mower, and depending on the battery configuration used, is designed to take on lawns up to 350m2.  The Gardena PowerMax 37/36A P4A uses two Lithium Ion 18V batteries (and it can't run on a single battery) - it can be purchased as a bundle that includes two 4.0 Ah batteries and a quick charger for around £399 (as reviewed here), or with two 2.5 Ah batteries and a quick charger for around £359, but don't expect to cover the same ground with these less powerful batteries.
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  Review: Husqvarna Aspire S20-P4A shrub shear (productReview)
  The idea being the your garden shed or garage isn't littered with multiple batteries and chargers - if you've invested in a compatible Gardena lawnmower for example, you can swap the battery out and use it on the S20-P4A. It also promises to reduce costs as you can buy products standalone if you already have a compatible battery - the Husqvarna Aspire S20-P4A is sold on its own for £109.99 or £159.99 with a battery and charger for example. 
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  Husqvarna Aspire H50-P4A hedge trimmer (productReview)
  Out of the box and the Husqvarna Aspire H50-P4A couldn't be easier to set up. As our test sample came with a battery and charger, we charged the battery up and it took a little over an hour before it was fully charged.  Once the battery was clipped into place on the rear of the trimmer chassis and you're good to go.
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  Review: EGO HPE2000E pressure washer (productReview)
  The EGO HPE2000E is based around the brand's 56V ARC Lithium battery - the same powerful battery used in its premium range of gardening equipment, including the EGO 1701E mower we tested. It also means that you can use your existing batteries in the HPE2000E or vice versa. 
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  Review: Flymo Mighti Mo 300 Li cordless mower (productReview)
  However, in 2023, more than four years on, we can report that the Mighti Mo 300 is still going strong with no signs of battery degradation. In fact, while we've replaced two blades in that time, we've had no issues with the battery. It still has enough power to mow our lawn and the mower continues to perform well.
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  Review: Stihl FSA 60 R grass trimmer (productReview)
  It comes pretty much assembled, you only need to fit the handle which you can adjust to wherever feels best. It's easy to move thanks to the hex bolts. The battery comes part charged but we gave it a full charge before using it. Charging the AK20 battery takes around 3 hours from empty or you can charge it to 80% in 2hrs15. Click the battery in and you're ready to go.
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  Review: Karcher LMO 18-33 cordless mower (productReview)
  If you're looking for something that will cover a larger area of lawn on a single charge, check out our review of the EGO LM1701E . The Karcher LMO 18-33 is powered by a 18-volt lithium-ion battery. You'll need to plan ahead a little before cutting your lawn as the battery takes over two hours to charge with the supplied 2.5Ah battery. Once charged, you should expect a run time of up to 24 minutes.
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  EGO LM1701E cordless mower (productReview)
  It feels very durable and well put together that gives the EGO LM1701E a robust feel. While you're doing that, put the battery on charge and you won't be waiting long before you can start cutting your lawn as it comes partly charged. Slot the battery into the mower under a plastic cover - you'll have to give it a good firm press to make sure it clicks in.
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  Review: Aukey PB-C13 18000mAh jump starter pack (productReview)
  We found it started a 1.4-litre petrol car even when the battery was completely dead. The model tested is rated to start a 6.5-litre petrol or 3.0-litre diesel. If you’re not sure, peak cranking power for the jump pack is 600A, so check the rating on your battery to be sure it’s up to the job.
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  Review: Rewire Security Spytrack Nano tracker (productReview)
  A login and password are required to access both the Spytrack app and desktop services. According to Rewire, the Nano has "up to two weeks of battery standby". Although, that presumably means when the device is inactive – as in, not moving. To give you an example of real use battery life, we took our tracker on a 600-odd mile road trip over three days, starting with the battery at 75 per cent.
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  Review: Ring Video Doorbell 2 (productReview)
  We didn't quite feel confident about wiring up the Ring doorbell, so we opted for the rechargeable battery route. It's a simple case of charging the battery pack with the supplied cable, then slotting it into the doorbell. The battery allegedly lasts six months, but we don't quite believe that.
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  Review: Ring High Power Micro Jump Starter (productReview)
  It's small enough to throw in your glove box and forget about but will provide all the power you need if you're unfortunate enough to get a flat battery - even after several months.  At around £90 it may seem expensive but if you've ever had the misfortune of having a flat battery, you'll know it's a very sound investment. It will save you a lot of time and hassle waiting for a breakdown mechanic to arrive.
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  Review: Tile Pro (productReview)
  Before Tile launched the Pro, Tile trackers lasted for one year before needing to be thrown away and replaced with a new device  — which was discounted as part of the re-Tile scheme. The Pro now comes with a battery that should keep it powered for about 12 months. The Tile Mate , which is cheaper than the Pro and has a 45m range, also now has a sliding battery door compartment so the devices no longer need to be binned after they run out of charge.
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  Review: Dyson V11 Absolute vacuum cleaner (productReview)
  The V11 is a fantastic update when it comes to suction power, better user experience and smart features. It's heavier than the V10 and doesn't offer a whole lot more in terms of battery life, especially as the bigger battery increases charge time, but these are outweighed by how useful the LCD screen is. It's a genuinely helpful addition to Dyson's V11, with live battery updates that allow you to drop to Eco mode when the power runs low.
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  Review: Peugeot eF01 folding e-bike (productReview)
  There are some issues when the battery runs out, with the single-gear eF01 slowing to a crawl under pedal-power. We got caught out on a couple of occasions during our tests, and it took considerable effort to cover the mile or two we had left of our journey without any battery power remaining.
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  Review: Vespa Elettrica (productReview)
  Head on to any faster stretches and its’ soon out of its depth in exactly the same way as a 50cc machine. To help get the most out of the battery’s range, the Elettrica uses regenerative braking to top up the battery’s charge as you slow down. This means you don’t need to use the brakes as much as on a traditional petrol-powered scooter as you effectively have strong engine braking.
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  Review: Garmin Instinct 2 Dezl Edition (productReview)
  One of the most impressive features of the Garmin Instinct 2 Dezl Edition is its battery life. It’ll officially last up to 28 days in standard smartwatch mode. This correlates to our experience, with our test model clearly showing a battery life of 28 days when fully charged – considerably longer than we’re used to from similar smartwatches.
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  Review: Sennheiser PXC 550 headphones (productReview)
  width=500&height=333.33333333333337" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/88db3a927c714d30a9094ff657538ab1" /> Downloading Sennheiser's free CapTune app let's you customise the audio using your smartphone - including adjusting NoiseGard, activating Call Enhancement and viewing the battery level. Although, a small LED display on the bottom of the ear cup also indicated battery level. The micro USB charging port also sits on the bottom of the right ear cup, with a micro USB charging lead supplied in the box.
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  Review: Nonda Aiko Finder (productReview)
  How the Aiko differs from the Tile is that it's rechargeable rather than being a sealed unit. Inside is a tiny lithium-ion battery that you charge with the micro-USB lead - and each charge will last you around four weeks. To make sure the Aiko doesn't go flat, the app on your phone will let you know when the battery is low.  The makers of Tile suggest you replace a Mate after 12 months (they offer a discount on replacements as part of the ReTile scheme) but with the Aiko you have no such worries, although obviously the rechargeable battery won't last forever.