Li-Ion Receiver Pack vs Li-Po

[Terry Heddin]

Been using 2s LiPo packs in my gas boat radio boxes, and transmitter, but have heard a Li-Ion is a better option.
What are some of the pros and cons of each? Are Li-Ions more stable and less fire prone? Do they have more power, etc? Do they need to be put at a storage charge when not in use?
What Li-Ion packs and chargers are best?
Thanks.

 

[Mark Anderson]

They both are good choices. li-ion batteries are more robust than lipo. Both should be storage charged for best results. That said none of your cordless tool chargers have a storage mode and all are li-ion powered. I personally run li-ion in most boats. I still have a few that don't have HV servos so those have LIFE packs. Most chargers will charge both

 

[john v]

I have all life packs
6.6 volts works with all my servos
I use depending on radio box space
1700 cube to 2100 flat packs
Plenty of power for what we need

 

[larcor69]

Life packs are proven safe, have excellent storage capability and work great at 6.6 volts can be used with most any receiver and servo