More than expected
I received my 16 Sanyo Eneloop batteries today in 4 4-packs, with 2 8-cell battery holders included as advertised. What I didn't expect is that these are the new model of Eneloops rated at 1500 recharge cycles instead of the previous 1000. The two free battery holders are mentioned in the "Technical Details" section of the webpage but nothing is said about the batteries being the new improved (and more expensive) version. The picture on the webpage shows the older type as well so when I ordered I was convinced I was ordering the older type. All my experience with Eneloops is with the 1000-cycle type. They are long-lasting and trouble free. They last really long in devices right out of their packaging without being charged. I deliberately buy the 1000-cycle type because they are lower priced than the newer version and because they are already super batteries so why pay a premium for new and improved? For all I know some other aspect of their performance might be compromised in boosting them to 1500-cycle so why take chances?<br /><br />I'm very happy to have the new ones though. If price were no object I would have ordered 1500-cycle, truth be told. This isn't the first time I've gotten more than expected from Thomas Distributing "and Fulfilled by Amazon." A few months ago I ordered from Thomas, along with Eneloops (these did turn out to be the 1000-cyle type), a Maha Powerex MH-C9000 WizardOne battery charger. The charger came with a dedicated soft case with Powerex logo and in addition had by far the lowest price at Amazon for that charger on that day. These buying experiences leave me with a good feeling because it seems I can have the best batteries and the best charger while paying the lowest price and in both cases receive more than expected.
Rating: 5 stars