This is similar to best18650battery.com but much simpler and better updated. These are the absolute top 18650s.
| Name | Model | Capacity | Discharge | Fasttech links | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony | US18650VTC6 | 3120mAh | 30A | 1pcs, 2-pack, 4-pack | |
| LG Chem | INR18650MJ1 | 3500mAh | 10A | 1pcs, 2-pack, 4-pack | |
| Sanyo (Panasonic) | NCR18650GA | 3500mAh* | 10A | 1pcs, 2-pack, 4-pack | NCR** |
| Samsung SDI | INR18650-35E | >3350mAh | 8A | 1pcs, 2-pack, 4-pack | |
| Still a good value | |||||
| LG Chem | INR18650HG2 | 3000mAh | 20A | 1pcs, 2-pack, 4-pack | |
| Unavailable models | |||||
| Panasonic | NCR18650G | 3600mAh | 5A | N/A | NCR** |
| Sony | US18650VTC7 | 3500mAh | 8A | N/A | NCR** |
* The NCR18650GA is rated only 3200mAh but Fasttech measured 3518.3mAh.
** NCR and ICR chemistries are not as safe as INR/NMC.