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# What kind of batteries does the charger need?

The MeatStick chargers utilizes **regular AA batteries.** This ensures convenient operation and facilitates charging for your MeatStick.

<figure><img src="https://480337956-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-Mg4Jg9fo_8jMW0As7z7%2Fuploads%2FkkriKsc6D3sbvPQir3hQ%2FMeatStick%20Charger%20Back%20w_Batteries%20-%20Installation%20%5Bw%20BG_SEP23%5D%20(SEQ).gif?alt=media&#x26;token=83441e9a-38e6-4367-89ee-d58ff8ac27d4" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>The MeatStick Charger</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://480337956-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-Mg4Jg9fo_8jMW0As7z7%2Fuploads%2FSUzsyEyXBTNwFU4m3Hs3%2FMini%20Charger%20Back%20w_Batteries%20-%20Installation%20%5BGeneral%20w%20BG_SEP23%5D%20(SEQ).gif?alt=media&#x26;token=14440484-735c-491c-8dfe-eb7974003c56" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>The MeatStick Mini Charger</p></figcaption></figure>