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Vapcell K15 18500 1500mAh 15A or LG ICR18650-HB3

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: Vapcell K15 18500 1500mAh 15A (1616 mAh vs. 1600); Capacity at high current: LG ICR18650-HB3 (1500 mAh vs. 1442); Test current: LG ICR18650-HB3 (20 A vs. 15).

Model	Vapcell K15 18500 1500mAh 15A2021Read review →	LG ICR18650-HB32019Read review →
Current, A	15	22
Capacity, mAh	1616	1600
Capacity at high current, mAh	1442	1500
Test current, A	15	20
Review conclusion	With reservations	With reservations

Only in one review: Voltage 3.6 V (Vapcell K15 18500 1500mAh 15A); Temperature rise 90 °C (LG ICR18650-HB3).

Vapcell K15 18500 1500mAh 15A: They deliver the claimed capacity and current, but quality is average and heating is high at 15 A.

LG ICR18650-HB3: They handle discharge up to 20 A and deliver about 1500 mAh, but have less energy capacity than the Samsung 20S.

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.