Comparison · Batteries

BASEN BS186A Pro or LG INR18650-M36

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: BASEN BS186A Pro (3500 mAh vs. 3450); Test current: LG INR18650-M36 (10 A vs. 5.5).

Model	BASEN BS186A Pro2020Read review →	LG INR18650-M362019Read review →
Current, A	10	5
Capacity, mAh	3500	3450
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-M36: It measured 3450 mAh at 0.2C and performed well at 8 A; a second cell also gave an excellent result at 10 A.

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.