Comparison · Batteries

BASEN BS186A Pro or LG INR18650-MJ1

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 INR18650-MJ1 (3528 mAh vs. 3500); Test current: LG INR18650-MJ1 (10 A vs. 5.5).

Model	BASEN BS186A Pro2020Read review →	LG INR18650-MJ12019Read review →
Current, A	10	10
Capacity, mAh	3500	3528
Test current, A	5.5	10
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Resistance 45 mΩ (BASEN BS186A Pro); Temperature rise 50 °C (BASEN BS186A Pro).

BASEN BS186A Pro: The protected version is usable, but its protection limits current: it trips at about 6–6.2 A, with 5.1 A available continuously.

LG INR18650-MJ1: It measured 3528 mAh at 0.2C; the author recommends it when both capacity and current up to 10 A are needed.

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.