For the very few standard alkaline batteries I use it is Energizer for the win; I also have learned the hard way about Duracell's but have not (yet) had any issues with the Energizers.? Unless something is very voltage intolerant, I use NiMH rechargeables in just about everything and I have had very good luck with both EBL and Eneloop brands - I've lost or given away several but have yet to have any go bad over several years of use.? Very affordable on Amazon although I prefer the EBL chargers to others - they seem to work just a bit better at bringing all of the cells to a full - and even - charge.
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Harold Foster