How long do the batteries last? Does it eat batteries fast?
524013
Well I haven't changed the battery yet since I got it,, so I'm not sure, but obviously not for a while. And it's not even a "good" brand battery.
524014
I have the 5 meal feeder, but I'd assume it would use batteries the same. I've had mine for about 3 months with the original batteries.
524015
I've been using the 5-meal feeder for about 4 years now. It rotates 3 times per day and I install a new set of good alkalines once a year just to be safe - they've never run down on me. It's stayed accurate and reliable until very recently. It's starting to occasionally sound like the motor is dragging even with new batteries so I'll be replacing it shortly - but I'll get another one just like it.
524016
They last very long, I bought this in July 2013, and I just recharged the D batteries at the beginning of December 2013. The batteries weren't even drained, I just wanted to make sure it wouldn't die before I went on vacation.
839307
I feed mine 5 seconds twice a day. Pits out plenty of corn. Batteries last about 3 months. I use Everyready lithium AA
1519274
At least three months of heavy use. No warning of the batteries dying yet either. You don't have to turn it off and on. It will turn itself off after roughly 10-15 minutes of being still and takes about a second to turn back on by moving it around. It's quite good, and probably even better with rechargeable batteries.
1814354
I have had some go out fairly fast. I agree with Angie, buy best quality batteries and they last a long time. The Spinbrush tooth brush is awesome. :)
716559
I have found the batteries to last about 6 -8 weeks with cheap batteries. It also depends on how many mice you kill at a time. I caught 20-30 mice I'm that first set of batteries. My second set has been in more than 2 months but less mice now. Maybe 5-10 mice this time. As far as cold weather I don't know yet. It hasn't gotten cold yet. Also the mice do stink if left in the tray for very long. Especially if it's warm weather. But in child weather I would think the opposite. I am very very happy with my trap. I am sure with high quality batteries You could get 5-6 months.
520640
Iʻve found that if I have it on high speed my battery only lasts 30-40 minutes. On lower speed it may last an hour. Iʻve also found that if I donʻt turn it on and off when moving from place to place, it lasts longer. Hope this helps.
251987
Depends on how much you use it. I use it every weekend and the batteries last for about three weekends of steady use.
492619
Hey bro...i just got mine yesterday and I've used it for so far 3 to 4 hours...and it works well...I'll make sure I put it up on exactly how many hours the batteries will last...
33090
The batteries do drain quickly. I never tried switching them off completely. However I did use them every Saturday and Sunday in the summer and changed them maybe in August or September
2062646
Pretty long. Months I would say. We got ours about 10 months ago and I think I have only replaced the batteries 2 or 3 times. Pretty good considering it is used almost every night.
41273
Bought mine last fall & batteries are still going strong. Don't use it every day but it is over 6 months. Bought it for my mom & we both love it!
1099759
No, it doesn't use batteries that you put in, rechargeable or regular. It "expires" after 30 uses and you have to buy a new one (though there is a review on the Amazon page that explains how to reset it so you don't have to).
2191916
Yes, it does use batteries quickly. It is preferred to use rechargeable nickel-cadmium or even better, lithium ion. Depending upon your usage, you can get a few hours usage on a fresh set of batteries.
77846
Honestly, it lasts quite long. even with the crappy brand batteries the mouse came with it lasted quite a while. and in defense of the LED lights, they are cool as hell, and still do not drain the battery that much faster (depending on the battery you use).
1105685
no. mine stopped working after 1 day. The one I bought at the local drugstore, however has been running for some time now. Does chew up batteries. They last about 48 hours of run time.
1921759
It didn't come with batteries. I assume it would vary depending on the batteries. Honestly we don't use ours much so the batteries have lasted a good bit.
2265948
I haven't put any batteries in it. I charged it at home and used it for about 5 hours . Pretty good I thought my old one I couldn't even get through one movie. Only thing that really bothers me is the volume is not high enough. Hope that helps