Advantages and Disadvantages of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Li-ion battery chemistries have the highest energy density and are considered safe. No memory or scheduled cycling is required to prolong battery life. Li-Ion batteries are used in electronic devices such as cameras, calculators, laptop computers, and mobile phones, and are increasingly being used for electric mobility. Their advantages and disadvantages are summarized in the following table.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
| High specific energy and high load capabilities with power cells
Long cycle and extended shelf-life; maintenance-free High capacity, low internal resistance, good coulombic efficiency Simple charge algorithm and reasonably short charge times |
Need for protection circuit to prevent thermal runaway if stressed
Degradation at high temperature and when stored at high voltage Impossibility of rapid charge at freezing temperatures (<0°C, <32°F) Need for transportation regulations when shipping in larger quantities |
