The Sony VTC5A is the current king of the 18650 class. Not to be confused for the VTC5 (Sony's cell equal to the Samsung 25R), the VTC5A boasts some of the highest performance while maintaining high capacity - but for a price. But when a pair of these bad boys should last you up to or beyond a year, does the extra few dollars really matter? 

Sony VTC5A 2500mAh

No relevant manufacturer CDR rating;

25A Mooch CDR rating;

30A Mooch MVA rating

These batteries can be dangerous if mishandled! We include a plastic case with every battery purchase, ALWAYS use a nonconductive case when lithium ion batteries are not in use. Do not overcharge. Do not overdischarge. It is highly recommended to charge your lithium ion batteries in a standalone charger.

Batteries contain a lot of energy - treat them with respect.