ZTS Inc. MBT-1 Multi-Battery Tester for More than 30 Different Battery Types.

Gosh this is an expensive item for what it does.It doesn't feel like its worth anywhere near £115.But yes it works, it works reliably and is very helpful to have. I deliberated on this purchase for many months.If there was another competition out there I would of not given it 5 stars. But the fact is it works all the time every-time.Quality - the back cover feels very cheap and the cable to touch the negative end also feels like its about to fall apart any minute.Practicality - Its big - not exactly the smallest item on the desk when laid out in use. Oh and what really annoys me most about this item is the fact that there is no switch off button. GOSH!This means that every time I have used this measuring device I have to take out the batteries (did I mention the battery case feels like its about to break any second) and put it away as there is no way to ascertain that the batteries will not just deplete itself.A simple switch off button would of done the whole world a favour ZTS!!!!

After a lot of research, I opted for the MBT-1 and to date, I'm impressed!I have carried out my own 4 second Resistance, 'Load Tests' on numerous battery types and I can confirm that the MBT-1 is accurate in most, if not all cases.No 'On-Off' switch to worry about (which some may not like), but for me, it's one less thing to worry about..... Is it on? or is it off? I still have the original batteries in it after 10 months and they are all still between 60% and 80%.Simple and logical to use and the result of the 'Pulse Test' is displayed within a few seconds.The Tester is well made and the rubber grip surround ensures that the Tester is comfortable to hold in one hand and it should stand a light knock or two.The 'Test Lead' is not detachable and may look a tad untidy when it is not clipped to the body for storage but it is fit for purpose and again, one less thing to worry about..... Is it plugged in properly? Is the connection sound?I store and use the Tester in the (slightly modified) clear plastic packaging that it came in. I just pop open the box and away we go.Let's be honest...... This is an Expensive Battery Tester and you 'may' think it is overkill for most households, but It is surprising how many batteries and battery types we have on the go at any one time and unlike most Battery Testers out there, this Tester tests Multiple types of 'commonly used' batteries, including Alkaline, Lithium, Lithium-Ion and NiMH, ranging from 1.5v to 12v, plus Alkaline 9v (MN1604/PP3) and multiple Coin Batteries.More importantly, the MBT-1 offers a unique feature, a 'Pulse Test' which basically Tests the battery during a short resistance load and is therefore, far more accurate and the result is more dependable than on cheaper testers.Within reason, what this Tester displays, is what it is, although, you should always carry out at least two tests, to ensure continuity and connectivity.I find myself using this Tester weekly, it is one of my favourite bits of kit and let's just say, if I dropped it and it broke, I would not hesitate in buying another!......Nuff said?Highly Recommended!

Great product for load testing batteries.Talked my employer into purchasing one for use at work.

Es el único probador de pilas de Litio en el mercado, no es fiable, solo arroja resultados de 100 y 10%, nunca valores intermedios, adicionalmente si pruebas la misma batería 3 veces, las 3 veces te arroja valores diferentes (10%, 100% y 10%).No es un producto confiable y es muy costoso, ahorren su dinero no vale la pena comprarlo.

Fantastico, funciona muy bien.Hay algunos comentarios poco fiables pero he de decir que es lo mejor que he encontrado. No hace falta que tenga boton de inicio/apagado. El cable de prueba parece muy endeble, pero recuerden que un cable multihilo debe ser muy flexible y ademas evita romperse en poco tiempo. Se encienden los led entre 10 y 100% perfectamente. El medidor adapta la carga a cada tipo de pila para hacer el test. Indudablemente es lo mejor para alguien que maneja multitud de pilas y quiere conocer el estado y carga de ellas. Inmejorable. recomiendo su compra . Lo unico que hecho en falta es una funda de proteccion que no esta disponible aqui pero existe y sino que deberia traerla de fabrica. No hay nada igual, el 99% de los probadores de pilas y pequeñas baterias no sirven para nada. El test de una bateria no se hace midiendo solo su tension .

This device is useful to give you an indication if you need to re-charge the battery or to dispose the battery. The reading could be sometime not consistent between readings especially you don't hold the battery terminals steady. Technically, it should be fairly accurate if you hold the battery terminals steady during the reading but suggest you don't read into the accuracy too much as you probably disappointed with the price you paid.

Great quality, accurate does such a huge range of different batteries. That's what you need in a battery tester something that is going to be reliable and tell you the condition of your batteries first and every time. After reviewing so many other battery testers and reading the many comments people had made about the inaccuracies of the readings I realised - I am not getting wasting my money on a cheaper tester from China. If its made in the USA its going to be a lot more accurate and that's what it is. It is a lot dearer than I originally expected to pay but its well worth it. So I am very pleased to have it here with me in Australia where I know my batteries and I can rely on it to be how a battery tester should be - testy in a good and accurate way :) Thanks ZTS for a great product. P.S Love those flashy lights and ,,,, other bits ;)