Customer Reviews

Rayovac ALD-12 UltraPRO Alkaline D Batteries, 12-Pack

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4 star:		(10)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

Old Review: These bateries seem to be seconds or rejects from the manufaturer.

I purchased two 12-packs of these "D" cell batteries. When I received them I opened both sealed packages and found at least half of the batteries in each pack were dented on the sides near the tops or bottoms and others were scratched. They all have expiration dates of DEC 2017, measured above 1.6 volts and don't seem to be leaking, so they might be just fine. I reported the problem to Amazon so maybe you won't have the same experience.

New Review: I decided to buy some more of these batteries, and this time they were perfect. Even the ones I received before, which were physically damaged on the outside, have worked very well and lasted a long time. I changed the rating from 3 to 5 stars.

I tried to use a mag light that didn't work and when I opened it up, I found the batteries had corroded dreadfully. It took treating with mild soda water to remove the batteries at which point, I found that I had damaged the reflector in the process. The batteries were Rayovac Dec 2016.

A second mag light worked but I could only remove one battery due to corrosion. Again Rayovac Dec 2016. Their warranty requires sending the original packaging and the original receipt. Really, who keeps those things around for small purchases?

Update: I heard back from Ray-O-Vac via email and per their instructions, mailed the damaged flashlights with batteries included. I was pleasantly surprised to receive later a check to cover the cost of replacement. Then, a couple weeks later another package arrived with replacement batteries.

I am pleased with their efforts to reconcile the issue and must conclude that i must have bought a defective set of batteries.

I was in line at S/n/F Thursday afternoon needing some D size for an automatic trash can. I looked down and saw 2 packs for $6.50 ea. and I need 4 batteries. When I got home I found this 12 pack for $13 on Amazon and immediately ordered them and had them on Saturday morning at my door with Amazon Prime. Such a deal.

I have been using the first 4 batteries in my automatic trash can for 6 months now. I bought and returned some duracells because they didn't have enough power to open the trash can lid for even 1 day. Rayovacs are just superior batteries because they don't waste millions of dollars on advertising like the other two. Rayovacs are just better. I have been using Rayovac AA and AAA rechargeable batteries all over my house for years. Many of them are over 5 years old and never had a failure.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THESE BATTERIES AND ALL RAYOVAC PRODUCTS. THEY ARE FAR SUPERIOR TO THE TWO OVERPRICED NAMED BRAND COMPETITORS.

We have really high unemployment right now, and for the foreseeable future --
I needed batteries for the Gopher "Sonic Spikes", so I looked for batteries made in the U.S. of A. -- and to my surprise, I found that:
Phillips batteries are made in China.
Energizers are made in Japan.
CVS (store brand-CVS Pharmacies) are made in China.
Duracell and RAY-O-VAC are made in the USA.
I remembered that my Daddy had a RAY-O-VAC Flashlight he swore by, and I've had excellent results with RAY-O-VAC products in the past, so I opted for the made-in-the-USA RAY-O-VACs.
They arrived undamaged in their handy 12-pack cases, and I checked each battery for proper voltage.
Voltages over 24 batteries varied from 1.628 to 1.631 -- excellent consistency, which indicates a well-made, reliable product.
Amazon's low price and free delivery was cheaper and easier than driving 1.2 miles to the Wallymart.
Thanks, Amazon, and thank you, RAY-O-VAC, for keeping America strong by hiring American workers !!

These are standard d cells and perform just as well as other alkaline batteries that cost twice as much. Packaging is easy to open.

After a recent evening power outage that lasted several hours, I decided to better prepare myself by purchasing some backup lighting. Along with three of these Dorcy 41-1016 Indoor/Outdoor Table Lamp, Colors May Vary I purchased a 12-pack of the D batteries required to equip the three lamps.

Turned out to be a good combination at a reasonable cost. The power went out again last week and I had plenty of long-lasting light to read by. These batteries seem to be just as good as the more expensive Alkalines at a fraction of the price.

Good value, was nice to have in the plastic case. I take these camping for use in my portable Sirius boombox, and the lot lasts all weekend. Don't know if other brands would be the same, these are the only batteries I've ever put in it, and I am not disappointed.

I haven't bought D cells in a long time but found myself in need of some thanks to an upcoming baby. The baby swing and mobile above the crib both required D cells. These seem to work fine and are a decent price, [...]

I am pleased with these batteries. They arrived appropriately packaged and on time. The packaging is particularly appropriate for long-term storage (if it remains unopened). The batteries themselves performed well when tested. This review has a limitation, however: I have not tested the actual charge of the batteries, how long they will last under continuous operation, or how long they will last in storage. As far as I could tell visually, they are manufactured quite well.

This is probably the best price on "D" batteries found in Amazon. Packaging is exactly as shown in photo and battery level is between 1.558V to 1.580V. A few has dents on side due to relatively week plastic case and very light protection inside shipping box. Overall satisfied and hope they last like Duracell or Energizer.