Best nintendo 3ds & 2ds batteries according to redditors
We found 56 Reddit comments discussing the best nintendo 3ds & 2ds batteries. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 56 Reddit comments discussing the best nintendo 3ds & 2ds batteries. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Dude, don't put that battery in again and get rid of it ASAP! That's a faulty battery!
I don't know where you are from or how old your 3DS is,but you can buy a new one for not a lot of money from Amazon. There is even a Amazon's Choice one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8EXTO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_J71AzbFQ3FSMT
The battery is super easy to replace. Here you go.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8EXTO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hTGUBb8GYCC8K
IT'S OKAY BRUH. THEY'RE CHEAP.
This becomes Amazon's best selling product.
Nyko makes pretty much the same thing and sells it for 80% less.
EDIT: Turns out you can buy them for even cheaper than that. Amazon has it for $13.25+shipping, and BestBuy has it for $14.99 with free shipping.
Well I've got great news for you. If you are happy with a fatter console, you can get a larger battery for very cheap like this one for the 3Ds. This will give you well over 12 hours battery, from many reports.
I am sure there will be similar solutions for the Switch too.
Your apparent reason for not owning a 3ds is easily and cheaply solvable!
Consider something like this, that you can hang within your own reach. (NOT his reach, or it will be emptied in the first minute of the trip!)
http://www.amazon.ca/Over-Door-Clear-Organizer-Storage/dp/B000IXOH7G
Fill each pocket with a different activity/toys/snacks. Go to the dollar store and stock up on things like sticker books, crayons/pad of paper, mini cars, bouncy balls, anything that might keep his interest for awhile that doesn't require your supervision.
I recently did a 12 hour flight with my 2.5 year old (and 4 month old daughter). The very best thing I brought with me (other than the iPad) in terms of entertaining him was a ziplock bag full of miniature cars each individually wrapped in painters tape. Yes it was a bitch to clean up after (lots of little scraps of painters tape stuck to everything in arms reach) but every one of them brought happy "oooooh" "wow" "woah" comments, and bought about ~10 minutes of unwrapping time, plus at least 20 minutes of happily rolling them around on things. So yeah, painters tape!
Also, get external battery chargers for the tablet and the 3ds. (Like this one for example. Http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Pak-3DS-Nintendo/dp/B004SJA7L6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361147770&sr=8-1&keywords=battery+pack+3ds
Good luck. It won't be easy but you can do it!
Buy this. I use it on my O3DS and the battery life is really great.
The Switch Pro Controller literally uses a 1st gen 3DS battery. Do you have a 1st gen 3DS? You can swap batteries and your 3DS should be able to charge it. I did this with a "dead" Wii U Pro Controller battery (Yes, it uses the same battery as the Switch Pro Controller) and it worked like a charm.
If that doesn't work, You can always buy replacement 3DS batteries really cheap. The model number is CTR-003.
Take the battery out, look up somewhere to dispose of it because batteries like this are dangerous to keep around. you don't need to dispose of your 3ds just order a new battery Amazon Link
If it's the battery that is bugging you the most, you may want to look into a Nyko Power Pak. It will add a bit of bulk to your 3DS but will greatly improve the batter life.
I don’t have that problem but it was very easy to replace the battery. I did it just a week ago.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZZNR12Q?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Worth every penny. 15+ hours of gameplay
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1422327863&sr=8-3&keywords=3ds+battery
This https://amzn.to/2pMZg4q or this https://amzn.to/2GunmuM
I had a problem like this for my DS lite, and I had to get the battery replaced. Though, on the bright side, if you had to get your battery replaced, 3rd party sellers have already made batteries superior than the Nintendo ones.
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1369516134&sr=8-4&keywords=3ds+battery
Here ya go: http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1341389309&sr=8-5&keywords=3Ds+battery
One of the reviews on there is mine. It actually puzzles me that more people aren't buying this awesome battery! I was also the first reviewer, I was looking at the "mugen power" battery for the 3Ds, which is pretty much a $50 version of this. I simply didn't have the money for one, so I found this on youtube. Nothing but people bad talking it and being overall pessimistic, so I found on on amazon after looking for a couple seconds and decided to take a gamble on it. Blew my mind. Generic or not, its good. I've had it for several months and at $20 there's not much of a downside. It doesn't come with a screw driver so you'll have to buy one, its a good investment though and they're pretty cheap too.
Edit: Holy shit, the Mugen power battery is actually about $100
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416700986&sr=8-1&keywords=3ds+extended+battery
This is what I use. If you would welcome some added weight and bulk to your normal 3DS, I'd go with this battery. I found the normal 3DS to be a bit small for my liking but the battery gave it the extra bulk needed for me to have a better grip. It also can last a solid week with a few hours of play each day without going into the red.
It seems to be on prime for $30 but there's someone selling it for $20.
Looks like this But I am not sure if it is genuine :)
That seems expensive compared to some other battery options out there. I just bought one made by Nyko on Amazon that claim 2x battery life. Because they were so cheap (~$13), I bought 2! Here is a link, they appear to be getting good reviews.
Do you have the original 3DS? If so, don't spend $20.
I used the Power Pak, it had about twice the battery life and I got it for around $10 at a GameStop. Amazon has it listed for $14.99, but there is also this at $10 if you don't need the extra battery life or slight bulkiness of the Power Pak.
i have the standard 3DS, and yeah, ive never had any issues finding the sweet spot as far as the 3d slider goes. as long as im holding it properly, the 3d is pretty flawless with most games, so i rarely turn it off. there ARE some games though where it feels like they get too concerned with the 3D, and theres not really any rhyme or reason as to why one thing pops out so much farther than another. just so long as it looks sufficiently 3D, the devs seem happy. as for the bigger battery, i picked up this guy and its some of the best money ive ever spent. it makes the 3ds a little bit fatter, and a little bit heavier, but it actually makes it more comfortable to hold. it also feels a little bit rubbery so its easier to grip than the smooth plastic back the 3ds comes with. the only issue is it no longer fits into the circlepad pro, or the charging cradle, but its really easy to switch back to the old battery if i need to. if you've got a 3ds, pick up this battery. it pretty much completely changed my relationship with my 3ds. instead of constantly worrying about battery power, i hardly ever need to think about it beyond remembering to charge it every night. and i think they actually do make a charging cradle for the extended battery if you're feeling like Mr. Moneybags.
Pretty much what I said above
If you follow that I imagine you could achieve the top rating of 8 hours. Other than that you can get a battery pack, but be aware that this voids your warranty and the one I listed has some negative reviews.
it be dis. http://www.amazon.com/Power-Pak-Nintendo-3DS/dp/B004SJA7L6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1317577053&sr=8-1
It's not the same physical size, and adds weight and bulk, but I grabbed an aftermarket one from amazon for ~$25, and now I get a solid week from my 3ds.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NJ2UEW/ref=wms_ohs_product_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Pak-3DS-Nintendo/dp/B004SJA7L6/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1373099393&sr=1-3&keywords=3ds+battery+extender
I can confirm that Nyko's products do give the 3DS battery quite the boost. I think mine went from about 6 hours on 3DS games (low brightness, no wifi, power saver mode) to about 11-13. And DS games go about 15-16 too. This one is a smaller model of the power grip, and actually made the console quite a bit more comfy for someone like me with big hands. Your choice!
You have some kind of battery issue. I would talk to Nintendo or you could buy an aftermarket battery to see if that works.
http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Charge-Base-3DS-Nintendo/dp/B004SJFJUA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1374508571&sr=8-2&keywords=3ds+battery
http://www.amazon.com/3DS-Rechargeable-Battery-Pack-Nintendo/dp/B004TPVHQ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374508571&sr=8-1&keywords=3ds+battery
The best investment I made for my 3ds. Generic 5000mAh extended battery. Only $25 provides 4x the battery of the original 3ds
The best investment I made for my 3ds XL. Mugen 5800mAh extended battery. More expensive than the generic one above, but well worth it IMHO ~3x battery life.
3DS XL Mugen Battery Expansion Test - Youtube
If you bought a normal 3DS I recommend buying the Nyko Power Pak +
It doubled my 3Ds's battery life and I think it makes the console easier to grip. Very cheap too.
I wanted to buy the Nyko Power Grip. But it wasn't available when I ordered :(
I can't comment on it but 3x the battery life seemed very cool. Especially when the power pak legit doubles the battery life...
It's the only thing keeping me from upgrading to an XL. I don't want to sacrifice the battery life /: First world problems...
I have had similar interests myself in order to build a custom frame for my N3DS-XL to house this extended battery pack - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NJ2UEW (for a normal N3DS). Looking around These are the best resources I've found so far to start from:
Face-plate - https://grabcad.com/library/3ds-cover-1
Generic 3DS model - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:246100
Battery grip spacer - http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:683341
None of these appear to be exactly what I would need to do my own project, so its probably up to me and a pair of calipers to get precise measurements for. Hope these help.
https://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW
For those of you that want to extend battery life, this third-party battery has been working great for me! I get about 8hrs of gameplay instead of 3-4hrs.
Unless you want to play GBA games, don't bother with a DS Lite. You will only regret it later and a 3DS or 2DS can be found fairly cheaply.
If you are concerned about battery life and maybe even accessories, the 3DS may be the best choice for you. The default battery life of the 3DS XL may be a little better, but you can buy 3rd party battery packs like the Nyko Power Pak+ that you will find many on this subreddit swear by and it is very cheap for the extra punch it gives. I wish one were available for my XL, but there are no better battery options (within a reasonable price range) for the XL.
I like my XL personally, but it sounds like you don't really like it and that decision is definitely up to you. I found the regular 3DS was too small for me (I owned a near-launch console) and I didn't like the build quality of it. Specifically the Start, Select, and Home buttons.
I cannot speak for the 2DS, but I don't know if I would let the Mono speaker be a deal breaker for you. The speakers on the 3DS and 3DS XL are fairly terrible anyway. I've always thought the ones on my DS Lite have sounded better personally.
FYI to both of you, you can get a special battery thing on amazon for about 20$ that will up your gameplay time on a 3DS to somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 hours. I have one, and it's an absolute godsend, here is the link
Can't say for UK shipping, but I recently got a new one from Amazon. Super easy to change, like swapping batteries from the TV remote.
I changed it because mine was started to deplete faster (3 years of intense use, give or take). This new battery, with wireless off, lasts me around 5 hours or more. It's pretty good.
It's also pretty cheap. IF shipment works out for you:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M8EXTO3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Don't forget check the batteries on Amazon. Here's a link to one. New 2015 Version Nintendo 3DS XL Battery Replacement SPR-003 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8EXTO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MwVJAbABZH9M9
>Just purchase an aftermarket DSi battery with higher mAh capacity.
Beware of the "higher capacity" listings
Many times you'll see a battery that offers twice the capacity of the original, but in reality, those tend to just be the same capacity, or less.
Rule of thumb: If it claims to be an extended battery, and it's not significantly (psychically) larger, The capacity is fake.
Sure, you could squeeze in a few extra mah's in, and keep it the same size so it will fit in your ds/dsi, But if it claims to be 30+% larger, you'd need to increase the size of the battery.
i don't know about hungary, but in america you can get a new battery from the nintendo site for 15 dollars or from amazon for about 10 dollars
Call your local Gamestop and ask them to check inventory on "Nyko Power Pak+". It's $7 at Gamestop and $15 on Amazon.
Or use this
http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Grip-3DS-Nintendo/dp/B0057WWR0C
or this
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW
No, the 5000 mAh Cameron Sino.
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW
How much would a black Nintendo 3DS (original, not XL) sell for, with this 5,000 mAh battery that I currently have installed? I still have the original back cover and battery that I can reinstall if needed.
Yes it is. $12 here: https://www.amazon.com/2015-Version-Nintendo-Battery-Replacement-SPR-003/dp/B01M8EXTO3/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1492642202&sr=8-2&keywords=new+3ds+battery
You can purchase an extended battery for your 3DS - this requires opening up the back of the system though, and takes a bit of hardware know-how.
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW
The original is pretty much perfect for my hands. They’re just slightly bigger now. As for the XL, it’s just uncomfortable for me since it’s hard to hit the bumpers and it takes a little more work just to multitask (lowering my hand to get to the dpad, add more pressure to face buttons. I mean, I use my middle fingers just to use the bumpers sometimes!)
Besides that, I need a new battery anyway. What if I get one of the bulky ones so my hands won’t feel crammed together and making my hand position feel more natural? Maybe this one? It’s not too big
5000mAh Li-ion Extended Battery with cover for Nintendo 3DS, N3DS, CTR-001, MIN-CTR-001 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_YxUIBbCAC5BXF
Oh I don’t know..
Internal you say?
http://www.amazon.com/3DS-Rechargeable-Battery-Pack-Nintendo/dp/B004TPVHQ8
I'd uh, wait for it to get released first and see some reviews though because apparently it's a shady company and the capcity labels on the packet and the actual battery don't match...
Literally same thing happens with the 3DS XL I bought off eBay for cheap. This is why I found was the cheapest solution...
Buy these two items:
(guy-tech) Universal LCD Battery Charger for Nintendo DS XL 3DS SPR 003 SPR-003 Official https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JCSNTGB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_O-E-Bb81T9DVN
Double check this is the right battery (CTR-003)
OFFICIAL OEM Nintendo 3DS CTR-003 Rechargeable Battery (Not compatiable with 3DS XL) (Certified Refurbished) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G3KB6PR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_rcF-BbE3JS4SW
yes I know you’ll have to save and power down to pull the panel off and swap batteries. The best option is to have a new charge port soldered in which I found to cost anywhere from $60-90, considering the part is like $3 the cost is all labor but I surely don’t trust my own soldering skills to attempt it
It is one of these, i can send a picture of one on a 3ds if you want
https://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Pak-3DS-Nintendo/dp/B004SJA7L6
This is a beast http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416700986&sr=8-1&keywords=3ds+extended+battery
If you're worried about portability and battery life, get an original 3DS (the glossy one that can fold and always has black around the screen).
https://store.nintendo.com/ng3/browse/subcategory.jsp?categoryId=cat20003
You can get refurbished units for relatively cheap, and you can disable the 3D with parental controls if it bothers you. And there's more battery extenders for the original 3DS than there are for the 2DS. Look up the Nyko Power Grip, or get an extended battery like this:
http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Extended-Battery-Nintendo-CTR-001-MIN-CTR-001/dp/B005NJ2UEW/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1415885534&sr=8-14&keywords=cameron+sino+3ds
And as for flash cards, yeah R4 only runs original DS games, not 3DS, and flash cards that do run 3DS software are either limited to certain firmwares or are very expensive.
Here's a relavent Amazon link if you're unable to locate it in stores.