Category | 18650 cell | Polymer cell |
Energy density | óóó | óóóó |
Safety | óóó | óóóó |
Cycle life | 500~2000 cycles | 500~2000 cycles |
Shape | Confirmed | Flexible |
Manufacturing cost | Low | High |
Portability | Big size | Portable |
Applications | Small and medium-sized energy storage, two wheeler/ tricycle, new energy car, digital products, etc | UAV, pacemaker, camera, watch, mobile phone and other high-end digital products. |
Both occupy the mainstream of mobile power market, with advantages and disadvantages. |