Does this seem more reliable than the escape 150? I bought two used them as directed and both batteries are toast.
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I really like my escape 150. I have owned and used it for about three plus years and no really problems but I own two Yetis and one is dead after one week (yes, it is going back) and the second one need a new charging pack. But Goal Zero is sending one free of charge (charging pack).
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I've never owned the Escape 150 - but I've owned the Yeti 400 for 14 months or so. It's very reliable and always seems to surprise me how long it'll hold a charge. I use it to power the lights, small fan, and charge cell phones and cameras in my camper when off the traditional grid. One full charge on the Yeti 400 will keep things well lit for 2-3 nights. The manual does say you should store the Yeti 400 plugged into an outlet to ensure a proper charge. I don't do this, but it does seem to hold a charge regardless, for 60 days or so.
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I have been using it when we go camping for 3 days it's worked great and charges real good with my goal zero 30 panels. It has been evry reliable.
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It has definitely been refined and improved. It also has over twice the power potential. FYI, your escape batteries are replaceable. They are $49 each.
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The 150 had some battery swelling issues and is no longer continued. The yeti 400 has charge controller problems, if your led light is green when it's charging it needs to go back to manufacturer if it's blue your fine. The great thing about the 400 is it's display. It shows watts drawn which can help you decide what you items you will be able to power and fro how long.
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Don't know if it is more reliable. But it will power equipment longer. I have both. Smaller one is good for charging phones and computers etc. Also works well for the Zero lights but the 150 will not even power a mattress pump. 400 will. Hope this helps.
592521
I would try another battery.... I have read that batterys can be bad or go bad. Other wise you may have a bad transmitter
550174
I've had the same experience as Jimmy B. I've had it for over a year, & while I don't use it super frequently (just a handful of times per month), it still has the original batteries I put in when I first got it. For the price, I've been very satisfied with the product.
301101
I found that is ate batteries quickly and when the batteries get low it will pretty much open to any code. There are plenty of reviews that discuss that issue. I just didn't find it a secure solution.
728993
Not OK, but not uncommon. Many are apparently shipped with junk alkaline batteries marked "not for retail sale." I got the low-battery alarm 1 week after installation, and the battery failed the load test on my VOM, despite the claimed fresh-until date of "2018." A product with a claimed 7-year lifespan needs a quality lithium 9V, which costs about $6, an added expense that should be factored into the REAL cost of this item, IMO.
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HI, I only bought the basic one, i've used it extensively on my models with no problems, I am so impressed I will buy a few more for gifts, you cant go wrong with the cost. I didn't attempt to use the supplied battery's replaced with new one'sMike
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Neither. This battery isn't programmed like the other batteries. When you pop it in it will say cannot communicate with battery(you click ok) and start using it. Then after a long time, the battery will die and you dont know when. But they give 2 batteries and i think its a good trade instead of spending 200$ on the name brand.
1092728
Ordered mine this week and had exp 9/17. I tried 10 different batteries from 3 packs and none lasted more than 4 hours and many within an hour. stored properly discharged for some reason I don't understand
1108072
I purchased two of them and did not have any problems with them. I would check the battery or return it.
100213
Only owed unit for about three months and battery indicator says I still have a lot of strength left. If you use range finder 40 times each round your battery should last about 250 rounds but I would think a third of that would probably be more realistic. Just put a second battery in your bag and you will be good to go.
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i am using 1 of the batteries in the remote dog collar receiver for my underground dog control fencing system. As well as I can tell, there is no difference in the performance compared to other brands of the 123 batteries that i currently have been using. From my perspective this is a question that only time will tell.
2163844
Honestly, I have bought one of them, but it did not work for me because the battery can only be used within 30'... Maybe it is my computer problem. Hope this helps.
822138
I bought the battery last year because my yuasa battery the skidoo came with was no good after one er, but I left it in the skidoo all summer so I was like ok maybe my fault, so I get a replacement one and take extra good care of it, removed it from the skidoo in April, put it on ab intelligent battery maintainer with a trickle charge, put the battery back in the skidoo this December and it starts up fine, go to use the skidoo a week later, batteries dead, talk about a piece of crap
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I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of use is enough to warrant buying two batteries and feeling secure. Good Luck. I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of... » Read More I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of use is enough to warrant buying two batteries and feeling secure. Good Luck. « Show Less
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Just be aware of the difference between a completely run down battery attended to immediately, and one that has been totally abused / ignored forever. Attempts to bring zombie batteries back to life are an iffy proposition, and if they don't - don't blame the charger. -grin-
2114155
Mine worked fine. I read on one forum that high capacity rechargable batteries could damage the transmitter, but the manual didn't say anything about it.
279365
I had the same problem with the one I ordered so I opened up the battery case to see if maybe the betteries were bad or missing. They has become badly oxidied in the case and so were obviously very old. I pried the suckers out with a screw driver, threw them away (being careful not to touch them with skin in case they were leaking any fluids), cleaned the inside with a clorox wipe, and popped some new batteries in and it has worked great ever since. Give that a try and I hope this helps!