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New SwitchBot Bot: Ditch Disposable Batteries
13 Apr
Summary
- The new SwitchBot Bot features a rechargeable battery, replacing the disposable one.
- It costs $33.99, slightly more than the original's $29.99 price point.
- Battery life is reduced to six months with one press daily for the rechargeable version.
SwitchBot has introduced a rechargeable iteration of its original button-pressing device, first launched a decade ago. This new model maintains the same core function of physically pressing buttons but upgrades the power source.
The SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable is now available for $33.99, a modest increase from the original's $29.99 price. Unlike its predecessor, which used a less common 3V CR2 disposable battery, the new version features an integrated 370mAh rechargeable battery.
This rechargeable battery can be replenished via a convenient USB-C port located on the side of the device. The company states that the new bot is a more sustainable and eco-friendly option for consumers. However, this upgrade comes with a trade-off in battery longevity.
While the standard SwitchBot Bot offered an estimated 600 days of battery life with two daily presses, the rechargeable version's battery is expected to last only six months with just one press per day. The original version remains available for purchase.
