My GPSr uses 2 AA batteries. Although Lithium-ion batteries out-perform Nimh, I haven't been able to find AA Li batteries. So I keep using my Nimh - they recharge in 15 minutes and last all day. So keep a spare set on hand if you think you'll run out. Nimh vs alkaline? Who wants to keep running to the store to buy batteries? Like I said, 2 AA Nimh run all day without recharging.