Comparison · Batteries

LG ICR18650-HB3 or Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery

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 ICR18650-HB3 (1600 mAh vs. 1499); Capacity at high current: LG ICR18650-HB3 (1500 mAh vs. 1433); Test current: LG ICR18650-HB3 (20 A vs. 5.6); Temperature rise: Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery (52 °C vs. 90).

Model	LG ICR18650-HB32019Read review →	Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery2018Read review →
Current, A	22	8
Capacity, mAh	1600	1499
Capacity at high current, mAh	1500	1433
Test current, A	20	5.6
Temperature rise, °C	90	52
Review conclusion	With reservations	With reservations

Only in one review: Energy 4.779 Wh (Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery); Weight 42 g (Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery).

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

Soshine 18650 Lifepo4 Protected Battery: Capacity is close to the stated minimum and protection works, but the cell is longer than standard.

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.