Indicates subscriber only content

Batteries

Duracell Coppertop
Duracell-Coppertopbattery-image
Price range:
$5.97 - $55.92
Price it button
Summary: This model has been tested by our experts.
Dividing line
Community icon5 people have reviewed this model.
Type: Alkaline batteries
About - Duracell Coppertop

The Duracell Coppertop is part of the battery test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, AA batteries models like the Coppertop are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Camera:
This is based on the total number of shots a cell provided when tested under conditions designed to mimic typical digital camera use.

Flashlight:
This is based on the total hours of flashlight life a cell provided under conditions designed to mimic typical household flashlight use.
Additional Information (The information below has been supplied by an external source.)
General Information
Manufacturer Procter & Gamble
Manufacturer Website Address www.pg.com
Product Model MN1500B8Z
Product Name MN1500B8Z Alkaline General Purpose Battery
Packaged Quantity 8
Product Type General Purpose Battery
User Reviews - Duracell Coppertop
Consumer Reports User Reviews
Already own it? Write a review
 
1.0
A sure way to ruin a device
1/15/2013
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
I have been using them for years...they have ruined so many devices I can't tell you. Quality control didn't just get worse, it vanished! NEVER use thess in an expensive device unless you will remove them at the end of the day. I plan to send a bunch of them to Duracell and will update this review down the road with their response. I find store brands like Kirland have given me better odds against leaking recently.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
no leaks for 15 years now leaking
12/8/2012
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
For more then ten years not a single leak, now they leak all the time. Their QC is in the drink or they went cheap.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
4.0
Leaking Alkaline Batteries
11/24/2012
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
I've found ALL brands of alkaline batteries are prone to leaking. I have Duracell batteries leaking in their packages, which are still within their fresh date. I've noticed similar leaking problems with other brands of alkaline batteries, so this isn't just a Duracell issue. I have older Duracell batteries dating back before 1990 that not only never have leaked, but still show a full charge. I also have some Union Carbide manufactured Energizer batteries with similar long-lived qualities. I have heard the move to eliminate mercury from alkaline batteries has lead to their greatly increased propensity to leak. If this is the case, it's another example of how envirornmental concerns are ruining the product quality.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
There are 0 reviews from the web
See all Models
Nobody Tests Like
We Do
Our testers put 100s of products through their paces at our National Testing and Research Center. Learn more about how we test for:
Performance
Safety
Reliability
Learn more