The Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter is a useful tool when you're out and about. But you're curious about its battery life, so let's dive into that.
From what we've found, it runs on two AAA batteries, which are super easy to get your hands on. The battery lasts around 400 hours of continuous use. So if you're heading out on a long trip or doing some fieldwork, you won't have to worry about it dying on you too soon.
Plus, it has an automatic power-down feature to help save battery when it's not actively being used. That's a nice touch to make the batteries last even longer.
There are models with and without Bluetooth, called LiNK and Non-LiNK versions, but they don't really change how long the batteries last.
The Kestrel LiNK app can hook up to your phone through the Kestrel LiNK app, while the Non-LiNK version stands alone.
In any case, whether you choose the basic model or the one with extra connectivity, you'll get a lot of mileage out of those batteries.
Just to be on the safe side, keeping a couple of extra AAA batteries with you is a smart idea, especially if you're planning some serious weather monitoring without frequent battery checks. Better safe than sorry, right?
