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ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester

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ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester
Key Features
  • Tests More than 40 Battery Types
  • Measures Battery Performance Under Load
  • Microprocessor Controlled
  • High-Accuracy Pulse Load Test
The MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester from ZTS provides you with a quick and efficient way to test over 40 types of batteries including NiMH, Li-Ion, alkaline, lithium, coin cell, button type and more. Without having to throw switches or push buttons, you simply place your battery on the appropriate space on the tester.  Then, by touching the battery with the included probe, the machine's microprocessor shows you the percentage of remaining capacity on the LED display bar.
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ZTS MBT-1 Overview

The MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester from ZTS provides you with a quick and efficient way to test over 40 types of batteries including NiMH, Li-Ion, alkaline, lithium, coin cell, button type and more. Without having to throw switches or push buttons, you simply place your battery on the appropriate space on the tester.  Then, by touching the battery with the included probe, the machine's microprocessor shows you the percentage of remaining capacity on the LED display bar.

The battery contacts are labeled so you always know where to place your battery.  When not in use, the tester's probe stores in the side seam of the tester. The unit is surrounded by a rubber sleeve that is easy to grip and also protects it from incidental contact. The tester runs on four "AA" batteries (sold separately).

UPC: 856777000169

ZTS MBT-1 Specs

Testing Capability
3.6 V Li-Ion rechargeable (RCR123A, 18500, 17650, 18650)
1.5 V button cell (364, 377, 371, 392, 395, S76, A76, A625, A640, LR44, 357, 303)
1.2 V NiMH/NiCd rechargeable (AA, AAA, C, D)
1.5 V lithium (AA L91, AAA L92)
3 V lithium coin (CR1216, CR1220, CR1232, CR1612, CR1616, CR1620, CR1632, CR2016, CR2025, 58L, 1/3N, CR2032, CR2320, CR2430, CR2450)
6 V '28' series (28A, S28, 28L, 544, 4LR44)
3 V lithium cylindrical (CR123, CR2)
1.5 V alkaline (AA, AAA, C, D, N)
12 V alkaline (A23)
9 V alkaline and carbon zinc
Power
Four "AA" batteries (sold separately)
Display
Six LEDs
Colors: Green, yellow, red
Pulse Load
Magnitude varies according to battery type
Operation
Microprocessor-controlled test cycle
Test Duration
2-3 seconds, varies according to battery type
Test Lead
Flexible, high strand-count 18AWG (American Wire Gauge) plastic coated, kinkless lead wire
Contact Terminals
Solid brass, nickel-plated
Dimensions
8.0 x 4.5 x 1.3" (20.3 x 11.4 x 3.3 cm)
Weight
14.5 oz /411.0 g (without batteries)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.55 x 5.75 x 1.55"

ZTS MBT-1 Reviews

Excellent quality that I expect to last for many years

By Ben
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-08-20

Love this battery tester. The design is simple to use and easy to understand. It is an improvement over my basic multimeter testing, the load testing gives more detail about the capacity of the battery over time, not just how much charge it has right now. Love that it covers a wide range of household batteries, including the smaller button cells, pretty much everything I have in the house. Being made in USA gives me more confidence that this device will last me for years, which makes the price feel worthwhile. I have only had it for a short time so can't attest to actual longevity, fingers crossed.

Buy one!

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-10

I'm loving this battery tester so much I'm getting one for my son on his birthday. I've got so many devices with batteries--flashlights, bike computers, heart rate monitors, key fobs for the car, etc. Now I can test them, which prevents me from throwing away perfectly useable batteries, and failing to replace old ones that I might be depending on in an emergency. Directions do encourage you to occasionally clean tester and battery contacts before testing with 90 percent isopropyl alcohol. The tester also notes that fading batteries can be erratic, so they should be tested twice with a gap of several seconds in between. But those are minor obstacles for me.

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will this test capacity for the Canon LP-E6NH ...

will this test capacity for the Canon LP-E6NH battery?
Asked by: rick
As reaffirmation of B&H "Dan W's" feedback, "most digital cameras have the ability to display the charge percentage and provide other information about your battery's condition," and more accurately than any external battery tester.
Answered by: DAVID J
Date published: 2025-12-13

Will this test 3.6v Lithium D Cells (XL-205F)?

Will this test 3.6v Lithium D Cells (XL-205F)?
Asked by: Christopher
I have not used that battery , so I can not say for sure. The tester listed only the following 3.6V Lithium-Ion batteries: RCR123A, 18500, 17650, and 18650.
Answered by: RAUL
Date published: 2021-02-12

Will this test 3.6V Lithium 1/2 AA 14250 ...

Will this test 3.6V Lithium 1/2 AA 14250 batteries?
Asked by: Sanford
The ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester does not list compatibility with a 14250 battery.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-10-19

How accurate is its testing of lithium batteries?

How accurate is its testing of lithium batteries?
Asked by: Scott
The ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester is accurate for testing lithium batteries.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2026-07-03

Why are AAA,AA,C,D Alkaline batteries tested on ...

Why are AAA,AA,C,D Alkaline batteries tested on the same point? How does it know battery size to test with different current?
Asked by: bob
We are not aware of the exact reasons or engineering behind how the ZTS MBT-1 Multi Battery Tester works in the way that it does. At the time of this posting the product has a very high review rating and works well for those who purchase it.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2023-11-24

question

Will this test UPS/APC batteries?
Asked by: Ken R.
UPS BATTERIES ARE SEALED LEAD ACID (SLA) BATTERIES, ZTS HAS OTHER TESTERS FOR SUCH BATTERIES, NOT THIS ONE.
Answered by: vinod s.
Date published: 2022-08-14
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