with this piticuler model do you have the option to upgrade with a recharger? would you want to? not sure i want to spend that much.
1805639
Yes, with this model you can also purchase a rechargeable battery, charger and cord at any time to use with this model.
1547985
I have never used rechargeable. But it seems to work very well with the normal batteries and last a long time. I put batteries in my radio in Jan and they still are good at the end of March. I've been putting the radio on a little bit almost daily.
355875
The real question is: why? I don't think I've changed the batteries in over a year. I can't imagine rechargables ever paying for themselves at this rate.
527102
not sure about the best combo light/phone recharger/radio, I'm still in the market for one. I just put that one on here for reference. As far as MRE, I tried the ones the gave us after Hurricane Katrina and they werent to bad. They just came in a tan package. I cant remember the brand. I have a few wishlists going with what is gonna be in my kit, minus the firepower of course since they dont have that on here
1964568
The key is to get the highest rated rechargeable, then the savings are in the recycling. I did some reading up on brands offered on amazon and liked what I found about the EBLs. So far, so good.
487426
Yes, I did the same and have been recharging the battery externally for a couple of years. I would get a spare battery so you always have an extra.
520239
With the original battery you do run out. With a largerbattery you can go most all day without a recharge. The battery will last longer if you drain it before plugging it in again. If that isnt convenient then i have a spare battery charged with me every day just in case. They are fairly inexpensive online and come with a charger.
1190375
I pay the extra and only use Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries, which provide much longer life than other batteries that I've tried. Rechargeables are hopeless. The suggestion about trying other batteries is a good one, and if that doesn't change anything, I think you do need to deal with customer support, either by phone or by e-mail.
337227
I actually didn't use rechargable. I used regular AA and it worked perfectly for me!
999925
Swifferbattery.com has a replacement rechargeable battery! Great and only option out there.
2270370
That's a good one!By mistake my wife threw out mine!I tried to find a charger,but was unsuccessful! I ended up buying a second total trimmer,to get the charger,and i'm not sure that's available anywhere now. Sorry.Good luck.P.S. I ordered a charger from a parts co. but had to return it-didn't fit.
864656
Actually, I would be happy if I could find a spare battery for $50 or so. But $150?! When I can buy another unit for the same price? Weird. I'm not seeing a lot of support from B&D; for these units, which is a shame since they seem well-designed otherwise.
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I've been a Sonicare user for many years. My whole family uses this model. Works the same as the rechargeable models, but with no annoying charger to sit on your counter and collect dust and gunk, thank you very much. Also the rechargeable models I had prior to this occasionally would have the battery go bad after a year or so, and that's an expensive item to replace -- better to just buy a new unit. I use rechargeable batteries in this model -- they work great for weeks at a time. Also nice for extended travel -- bring an extra set of batteries just in case but no charger. No reason that this is "for kids and teens". I've been a Sonicare user for many years. My whole family uses this model. Works the same as the rechargeable models, but with no annoying charger to sit on your counter and collect dust and gunk, thank you very much. Also the rechargeable models I had prior to this occasionally would have the battery go bad after a year or so, and that's an expensive item to replace -- better to just buy a new unit. I use rechargeable batteries in this model -- they work great for weeks at a time. Also nice for extended travel -- bring an extra set of batteries just in case but no charger. No reason that... » Read More I've been a Sonicare user for many years. My whole family uses this model. Works the same as the rechargeable models, but with no annoying charger to sit on your counter and collect dust and gunk, thank you very much. Also the rechargeable models I had prior to this occasionally would have the battery go bad after a year or so, and that's an expensive item to replace -- better to just buy a new unit. I use rechargeable batteries in this model -- they work great for weeks at a time. Also nice for extended travel -- bring an extra set of batteries just in case but no charger. No reason that this is "for kids and teens". « Show Less
2269944
Batteries last quite a while actually. I never used rechargeables but you probably could. Great machine. always dig the nickels!!! I found gold rings that way!!!
1430998
This may seem a dumb question, but are you sure the problem you're having is due to the charger? Or, are your batteries no longer chargeable? I still have my B&D; Groom 'N' Edge, but the batteries gave out. Two replacement batteries cost almost as much as a whole new unit, so I bought a new one with a cord. No batteries. If you're sure it's the charger, I'll sell you my used one for $10 shipping included.
1085606
You have to buy the special vtech rechargeable batteries unfortunately. If I remember correctly, they are $25-30 but I bought them a few months ago and have not had to charge them since then so each charge lasts awhile.
1720480
of course they r going to tell you that- they are a business & are trying to get you to buy their $30 recharger when u can get rechargeable batteries for alot cheaper- how would they make money otherwise, ive used rechargeable batteries & notice no problems what so ever! hope this helps.