Which charger to choose for safety in 2025

[22SSragtop]

Gotta say the lipoguide link posted above has a ton of good info in it in 1 place, I have seen all of it in a dozen differnt docs, but this has it in 1 place.

 

[WickedFog]

10-4 to this. Everyone I've asked that owns a D300, like a dozen + people, say it rocks.

It's definitely a good charger. But if charging two identical batteries, same IR, same charge level on each cell, the Hota is going to charge a battery faster than the D300 due to the weaker balance current on the D300.

It's one if the most overlooked features of LiPo chargers, and one of the most important features that help a charger perform better.

 

[332_RC]

That's entirely up to you, dawg. I'm just here to inform. People can buy whatever they want.

Understood. Thanks bro. It's funny on the forums people usually are salesman for what products they use. It's all good. I've asked numerous people about what 3d printer to get. The answer is the one they have. What's the best tires? These- I use these. And radios, or transmitters, whatever folks like to hold in their hand to run their RCs, this is best, that is garbage. I just need to charge some lipos that will eventually go to recycling because they get old & need replacing. Then fix what I broke.

 

[332_RC]

It's definitely a good charger. But if charging two identical batteries, same IR, same charge level on each cell, the Hota is going to charge a battery faster than the D300 due to the weaker balance current on the D300.

It's one if the most overlooked features of LiPo chargers, and one of the most important features that help a charger perform better.

10-4 loud n clear. I'll post up the D6 Pro after I buy one. At least I'll already have the charger leads that came with the D300 & won't have to make or purchase more unless I run them in stereo.

 

[RustyUs]

It's definitely a good charger. But if charging two identical batteries, same IR, same charge level on each cell, the Hota is going to charge a battery faster than the D300 due to the weaker balance current on the D300.

It's one if the most overlooked features of LiPo chargers, and one of the most important features that help a charger perform better.

... why I moved to the Hota H6 Pro. Oh, how I wish Hota would make a dual H6 Pro. Problem solved.

 

[WickedFog]

Understood. Thanks bro. It's funny on the forums people usually are salesman for what products they use. It's all good. I've asked numerous people about what 3d printer to get. The answer is the one they have. What's the best tires? These- I use these. And radios, or transmitters, whatever folks like to hold in their hand to run their RCs, this is best, that is garbage. I just need to charge some lipos that will eventually go to recycling because they get old & need replacing. Then fix what I broke.

That's true to some extent. But some of us actually do a fair bit of research before we buy

 

[Greywolf74]

It's funny on the forums people usually are salesman for what products they use. It's all good. I've asked numerous people about what 3d printer to get. The answer is the one they have. What's the best tires? These- I use these. And radios, or transmitters, whatever folks like to hold in their hand to run their RCs, this is best, that is garbage.

There's definitely a fair amount of that, that goes on.

 

[332_RC]

That's true to some extent. But some of us actually do a fair bit of research before we buy

Guess I'll check myself into a mental institution today. Cauz I must need help.

 

[RustyUs]

You guys crack me up.

 

[RustyUs]

Just thought I'd throw this in here... What battery charger do you recommend?

 

[332_RC]

I'm not nerding out about it.

 

[White_Crow_G]

What am i doing wrong?
Received this D6 Pro. As you can see per image - trying to charge 2 different 2s lipos (5200 and 2200) both on 1C rate.
it still takes 66-70 mins to fully charge, and if you check Watttage - this not even close to 100Wx2.
Why is that? i feel like i'm charging in a wrong way. could some1 please, explain to me

 

[nino]

That is just how long it takes. If the charger has to squeeze in 5Ah at 5A it's gonna take 1h
Plus some additional time for cell balancing.
If your packs support higher charge rates (2C, 3C, etc) increase the charging current to save some time but potentially reduce your packs lifespan. I usually charge at 1 to 1.5C, unless in the field when I need a fresh pack ASAP, then I go 2-3C.

 

[CertifiedMike]

I just charged 3 batteries with a Hota 6 pro.
I think it worked correctly.
As @nino mentioned, increasing charge rate will decrease charge time but NEVER go over the battery's listed charge rate.
You can find it listed on the battery, manufacturers website or contact them to ask.
DO NOT GUESS!!!

Are your connectors ok? Multiple adapters or anything else that might cause resistance to add a resistance? How old are the batteries?
Just ideas.

I charged 3 batteries.
Ch 1 charged a 3s 9000 mah It was def faster than my old charger but not ultra fast. I didn't write time down.
ch 2 charged 2 3s 2800mah with time to spare while ch2/9000 mah charged.
It all seems right.

I wished I recorded times now.

 

[Greywolf74]

That is just how long it takes. If the charger has to squeeze in 5Ah at 5A it's gonna take 1h
Plus some additional time for cell balancing.
If your packs support higher charge rates (2C, 3C, etc) increase the charging current to save some time but potentially reduce your packs lifespan. I usually charge at 1 to 1.5C, unless in the field when I need a fresh pack ASAP, then I go 2-3C.

This.

Why a 1C charge rate takes roughly an hour:

• "1C" just means the battery is being charged at a rate that could fill it in one hour.
  • Example: If you have a 5,000 mAh battery, charging at 1C means charging at 5,000 mA (or 5A).
• In perfect conditions, it would take about 1 hour to fully charge because you're putting energy in at the same rate the battery is rated to hold.

Why it actually takes a little longer:

• As the battery gets close to full (around 80–90% full), charging slows down to protect the battery.
• The charger reduces the current to gently "top off" the last 10–20% without overheating or damaging the battery.
• If the battery has multiple cells (like 2S, 3S, 4S packs, etc.), the charger also tries to balance them — making sure each individual cell ends up at exactly the same voltage.
  • Balancing is slower because it has to carefully adjust the charge into each cell, not just jam power into the pack as a whole.
• Result: Charging that first 80–90% is fast. The last 10–20% takes longer, so it usually ends up taking about 65–75 minutes at 1C, not exactly 60 minutes.

That's why I generally do all my normal charging at 2C and if I'm in a bigger hurry, I'll go higher. I'm personally comfortable charging any LiPo at 2C, but I generally don't go higher than that without knowing what the manufacturer's max charge rate is for a particular battery and/or taking extra precautions.

 

[White_Crow_G]

Thank you all for reply.
first of all - i wish i could know my charging rates ) but i couldnt mange to find for my Zeee's. just been told sort of "i'm charging my Zee's at 2c and they are fine"
In general - i understand why it took an hour to charge
BUT in this case i can't get why people are worry about wattage? as this not gonna give any benefits as long as you (me) charging at 1c rate. even at 2c rate - i doesn't grow up even to 100W per chanel. so what is the reason to pay extra for extra unused power

 

[nino]

Because some people have 4s-6s packs, because some charge at 5C, etc... My 400W charger can just about handle two 3s 8200mAh packs at 2C.

 

[CertifiedMike]

The Hota I just bought has a bunch of functions for battery storage, maintenance and cell sync feature that my old charger did not have.
The extra power is nice but the extra channel, small footprint and added features were mostly what I was after when I decided to upgrade. The sync feature is great too. I def need a storage charge setting.
I don't intent to charge racing batteries @5c at a track but its nice to know when I start buying 4s cars, I won't need a new charger again too.
Being able to charge a pair of 3s 9000mah bats in less time than my old charger could charge a single pack is a huge win for me!

 

[JohnnyOctopuss]

Hi guys!
Currently looking for a new charger. mostly in safety purpose (just to keep this in mind)
i've read this thread. got a bit better understanding, but still have some questions.

First of all - is a choice. Is HOTA D6 Pro still the best one to buy in 2025? as on their website i found some other nice chargers like P6 and H6, S6
so which one would you suggest?
btw i currently own iMAX B6 V3

Second question is....is it always 66-76 mins to charge one battery? i've read that i have to put as many Amps as mAg/10 i have rule... should i? can i go for higher current?

Thank you for your advices.

My girlfriend just bought one of those Spektrum smart charges and it has everything you want built in. Idk, I'm new

 

[RustyUs]

Wattage Worries

Thank you all for reply.
first of all - i wish i could know my charging rates ) but i couldnt mange to find for my Zeee's. just been told sort of "i'm charging my Zee's at 2c and they are fine"
In general - i understand why it took an hour to charge
BUT in this case i can't get why people are worry about wattage? as this not gonna give any benefits as long as you (me) charging at 1c rate. even at 2c rate - i doesn't grow up even to 100W per chanel. so what is the reason to pay extra for extra unused power

Number of cells, charge rates, and capacities... let's just say I started out thinking that I'd never have a need for 3S LiPo packs. Then it was 4S LiPo packs. Later on, I never envisioned a need for 6S LiPo batteries.