Comparison · Batteries

LG INR21700-M50LT or Basen BS26003

Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.

In brief: Based on review measurements: Capacity: LG INR21700-M50LT (4900 mAh vs. 4800); Capacity at high current: LG INR21700-M50LT (4800 mAh vs. 4310); Test current: Basen BS26003 (30 A vs. 14.4); Temperature rise: LG INR21700-M50LT (71.3 °C vs. 97).

Model	LG INR21700-M50LT2023Read review →	Basen BS260032020Read review →
Capacity, mAh	4900	4800
Capacity at high current, mAh	4800	4310
Test current, A	14.4	30
Temperature rise, °C	71.3	97
Review conclusion	Recommended	With reservations

Only in one review: Voltage 3.69 V (LG INR21700-M50LT); Resistance 14 mΩ (LG INR21700-M50LT); Weight 90 g (Basen BS26003); Price 6.39 $ (Basen BS26003).

LG INR21700-M50LT: The cell delivered about 4,900 mAh and ran cooler than the M50T; the author praises its price-to-performance balance.

Basen BS26003: Decent general-purpose cells, but not high-current ones; high loads cause strain and substantial voltage sag.

Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.