RC Battery Survey

How long have you been in the RC hobby? *

20+ years

15-19 years

10-14 years

5-9 years

1-4 years

Less than a year

What age group do you fall into? *

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

What price range do you primarily purchase vehicles in? *

Under $100

$100-$200

$200-$300

$300-$400

$400-$500

$500-$600

$600-$700

$700+

What type of RC product do you own? *

Surface (truck, car, boat, etc.)

Air (airplane, helicopter, drone, etc.)

Both surface and air products

Which statement best describes your involvement in the hobby? *

I am a dedicated hobbyist that use my vehicles often

I am a casual hobbyist that uses the vehicles when time permits

I don't have time to dedicate to the hobby

Which statement best describes your child's or children's involvement in the hobby? *

I don't have any children

My child is actively uses their RC vehicle

My child occasionally uses their RC vehicle

My child is too young for the hobby

My child isn't interested in the hobby

How many RC vehicles do you own? *

20+

15-19

10-14

5-9

1-4

0

How many batteries do you currently own? *

20+

15-19

10-14

5-9

1-4

0

How many different battery brands do you currently own? *

10+

7-9

5-6

3-4

2 or less brands

Did you buy a vehicle with included battery or buy the battery separately? *

Yes, RTR (Ready to Run)/RTF (Ready to Fly) included a battery

No, RTR (Ready to Run)/RTF (Ready to Fly) did not include a battery

Did you buy an additional battery for your vehicle, if so what brand? *

Spektrum

Zeee

Onyx

SMC

HRB

Zippy

Liperior

ProTek

Turnigy

Gens Ace

Admiral

Reedy

Dynamite

Ovonic

I am unsure of the brands I own

I have not purchased an additional battery

Other, not listed above

What was your main reasons for picking that brand battery? (Select top 3) *

Price

Reviews

Suggested by online store

Suggested on forum or social media

Suggested by local hobby shop

Recommended by manufacturer

Same as included in the RTR (Ready to Run)/RTF (Ready to Fly) product

Unique features

I have not purchased additional batteries

Where do you purchase batteries? *

Amazon.com

HorizonHobby.com

SpektrumRC.com

Local hobby shop

Amain.com

Other online retailer

I have not purchased additional batteries

Familiar with Spektrum SMART batteries? *

Yes, I only use Spektrum SMART batteries

Yes, I use a few of them

Yes, but I don't use them

No, I am not familiar with the batteries

Have you ever purchased a Spektrum SMART battery? *

Yes, I have purchased at least one Spektrum SMART battery

No, but I have a Spektrum SMART battery that came with my vehicle

No, I have not purchased a Spektrum SMART battery or a vehicle with included Spektrum SMART battery

I have not purchased additional batteries of any brand

Rating Scale Questions

Rank these following statements from 0-5:

0 = I don't know/not sure
1 = Strongly Disagree
2 = Disagree
3 = Neither Agree or Disagree
4 = Agree
5 = Strongly agree

I am confident in my understanding of how a LiPo battery works and how to care for the battery to maximize performance, life, and safety

Select your rating:

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I am aware of the recommended voltage for proper LiPo battery storage

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I am aware of the limited time a LiPo battery is supposed to stay fully charged

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I am aware of the dangers of allowing a LiPo battery to drop below a certain voltage per cell

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I am aware of how to properly store a LiPo battery

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I am aware of how to properly charge a LiPo battery

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I like the Spektrum SMART battery automatic self-storage feature

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I like how the Spektrum SMART battery works with my vehicle, SMART charger, and SMART checker

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I prefer G1 SMART batteries because they have a balance lead and can be used on non-SMART chargers

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I prefer G2 SMART batteries because they don't have a balance lead

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I find the price of the Spektrum SMART batteries to be competitive in the market

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I like and use the data that can be retrieved from my Spektrum SMART battery

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I am aware that Spektrum SMART batteries have firmware that can be updated

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I use the Spektrum SMART checker to check battery voltage, capacity, firmware, and to adjust the automatic storage feature time

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I would value the ability to check a battery's charge level without having to plug it into a charger or use a battery checker

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I would like the battery to notify me when it is going into self-storage mode

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I would like the vehicle or transmitter to notify me when the battery is low and I need to stop operating the vehicle

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I would like a notification on my mobile device alerting me to when the battery needs attention

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I would like batteries to be standardized so a single battery works in more of my vehicles

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I would like the battery to clip into the vehicle and not need external wires to be connected to operate the vehicle more like how a power tool battery works

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I would share my battery telemetry anonymously with Horizon Hobby to help with future product development and enhancement

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I consider batteries a consumable and want the cheapest option available

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I expect a battery to continue to work for more than 5 years after purchase

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I am ok if a battery requires an adapter to work with my vehicle

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I expect my vehicles to accept a wide range of battery sizes and brands

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I will not purchase a vehicle if it requires a unique battery

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I will not purchase a battery if it only works with a dedicated charger, checker, and vehicle

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I would be willing to share anonymous performance data from my RC products to help Horizon develop better products

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