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How Long Does a Home Battery Last? (2024)

Death comes for us all, even our batteries. If you own a smartphone, you'll notice that the battery's charge diminishes over time and that you need to plug in your phone more often.

This issue isn't exclusive to just your smartphone battery. All batteries have a limited lifespan and eventually need to be replaced. Even home batteries, giant lithium-ion batteries that act as a backup power source for your home, are not immune to the inevitable demise their smaller counterparts face.

"It's no different than your iPhone battery," Cameron McDonald, vice president of merchandising, planning and inventory at Batteries Plus, told CNET.