The Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station is a new recharging solution for the Wii Remote controller. Nintendo’s Wii Remote controller is a (AA) battery drainer, even when it’s not in use. You’re best off getting a recharging solution sooner rather than later. This recharging station is an option to consider.

Ok, so what does the Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station offer that other chargers don’t? You just read its major reason. Right off, it’s the brand name and recognition. We’re all familiar with Energizer’s association with batteries. Brand recognition (or a pink bunny) is one of the strongest points this recharging solution offers.

The form factor is pretty straightforward. The rechargeable Energizer batteries snap into the Wii Remote's 2 AA slots. Remove Nintendo’s Wii Remote standard battery cover and replace it with an Energizer one. The weight of the battery pack is very similar to the weight of 2 AA batteries. You should be ready to play within a few hours of the initial charge. Being that this is a fairly new system, I couldn’t test the longevity on the batteries' recharging life. We'll have to see just how long lasting a life these rechargeable batteries have.

The dome-like shape of the Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station ensures it won’t topple over as easily as other Wii Remote chargers may. It also cradles the Wii Remote without having to shove it in. There’s a groove along the side of the base to allow the Wii Remote Strap to fit neatly while charging. No need to remove it.

If you’re particular about keeping your Wii accessories color-coordinated, the base is a white cradle and the Energizer Wii Remote battery covers are white as well. However, you’ll probably miss that Wii blue glow from this charging system. The charging cradle alternates between two colors, based on the charge level. Orange for charging and green for fully charged. The signature blue light was missed.

Price-wise, this may be the biggest thing going against this recharging system versus others out there. The Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station has an MSRP of $39.99. Additional battery packs go for $12.99. If you’re thinking of using this on four Wii Remotes, you’re hitting $65.97. Other recharging systems that can charge four Wii Remotes at a time don’t pass the $50 mark. Dual charging systems can also be found for less. You’ll have to consider if its price and charging two Wii Remotes at time is a factor for you. If you’re looking for an established brand name in rechargeable batteries, this is it. With a big name like Energizer tied to it, there’s nothing else that comes close to it for the Wii Remote.

See pictures of the Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station here.

The Wii Energizer Power & Play Charging Station comes from PDP, Performance Designed Products. Visit the official website here.

Comments

disconnecting Written by Guest on 2009-04-12 14:01:14 since i started using these.. the controllers keep losing connection to WII console in middle of game.. is anyone else having the same problems.  if so please email me

Written by Guest on 2009-04-21 16:28:07 yes i to am having the same issues with the controllers shutting of and loosing connection with the console any other info on solution besides its junk or just go with regular batt.

bump Written by Guest on 2009-06-10 22:36:25 Same issue. Losing connection. Any fix action?

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