Can you use regular AA batteries in Wii Remote?

Yes, you can use regular AA batteries in a Wii Remote, as Nintendo recommends alkaline batteries, and it’s a good idea to keep a spare set on hand. The use of alkaline batteries instead of lithium ion, nickel cadmium (nicad), or carbon zinc batteries is suggested, and it’s also important not to mix new and used batteries.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Wii Remote Batteries

1. How long do AA batteries last in Wii Remote?: A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on the amount and type of use, up to 30 hours, which can vary greatly based on certain factors such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and the type of game being played.
2. Can you use regular AA batteries instead of rechargeable?: Alkaline batteries are disposable batteries, and in most cases, alkaline batteries can replace rechargeable batteries, especially when referring to AA and AAA batteries.
3. What batteries fit in a Wii Remote?: The Wii Remote requires 1 AA battery, but some users also ask about using AAA batteries as a substitute.
4. How to give a Wii Remote power by putting a AA battery and a AAA Battery: While it’s possible to use a AAA battery by folding up a small bit of tin foil and inserting it on one of the ends, it’s not a recommended practice as it may cause inconsistent performance.
5. How do I know if my Wii Remote needs batteries?: To check the battery level of your Wii Remote, press the HOME Button on a Wii Remote that is synchronized with the Wii console, select the Wii Remote Settings option, and the battery level of all synced Wii Remotes will be displayed.

About Battery Replacement and Maintenance

6. What happens if you use regular batteries instead of rechargeable batteries?: Using non-rechargeable batteries rather than rechargeable ones will almost never damage equipment, essentially never in normal situations.
7. What battery can replace AA?: Direct replacements for AA would be LR06, Duracell MN1500, R06P, SUM4, LR6, LR6A, HP7, Varta 4106, 824, Kodak KAA K6A, Toshiba LR6N, BA3058/U, NEDA 15A, 15AC, Varta 4006, Rayovac 815, AA, Panasonic AM3, Energizer E91, which are exact equivalents for the AA battery.
8. Why are AA batteries not rechargeable?: AA batteries become non-rechargeable when a new compound, MnOOH (groutite), appears as the discharging continues, making the reaction no longer reversible.
9. Why won’t my Wii Remote work with new batteries?: Poor battery connection is a common issue, so ensure the batteries make a good connection with the spring-loaded battery contacts and check for corrosion on the battery contacts.

About Wii Remote Care and Troubleshooting

10. Why do my Wii remotes keep dying?: Ensure that you are not leaving the Wii Remote in a place where it can be powered on unintentionally, and some games may not be compatible with the Wii Remote.
11. Can Wii remotes go bad?: If no lights on your Wii Remote come on, even with fresh batteries, it appears your Wii Remote may need to be replaced.
12. What do you use to charge a Wii remote?: You can charge your Wii Remote by placing it in the charging dock, and the LED light will glow to show the charging status.
13. What do you need to charge a Wii remote?: You can plug the Wii adapter supplied with your Wii Console into the 12V IN on the back of the charging station to charge your Wii Remote.

About Battery Types and Alternatives

14. Is a regular AA battery a lithium battery?: A regular AA battery can be of alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH composition, and it’s an extremely common battery produced by many large brands.
15. Can you use regular AA batteries instead of lithium?: Lithium batteries typically have a higher voltage and longer-lasting power, so using alkaline batteries might result in shorter battery life or reduced performance.