Comparison · Batteries

Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries or EN-EL19

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: EN-EL19 (438 mAh vs. 246); Price: EN-EL19 (2.64 $ vs. 80).

Model	Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries2018Read review →	EN-EL192016Read review →
Capacity, mAh	246	438
Price, $	80	2.64
Review conclusion	With reservations	With reservations

Only in one review: Voltage 4.8 V (Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries); Capacity at high current 496 mAh (EN-EL19); Test current 0.5 A (Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries); Resistance 148 mΩ (Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries).

Uniden BP-38/BP-40 radio batteries: Working batteries measured about 500 mAh instead of the rated 700; one of the 24 was defective.

EN-EL19: The two EN-EL19 batteries showed a noticeable capacity spread: 438 and 496 mAh.

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.