When Nintendo’s Wii remote was first released, it didn’t include a built-in rechargeable battery like most other game controllers. Fortunately, third-party manufacturers stepped up and made their own battery chargers for Wii remotes. We’ve compared them all to determine the best Wii remote charging stations.

Types of Wii Remote Charges

All Wii controller chargers have two components: a rechargeable battery to put in the Wii remote, and a base unit to charge it with. Many charging stations have slots for multiple controllers.

The Nintendo Wii remote is compatible with both the Nintendo Wii and Wii U consoles. The Wii remote is required to play original Wii games on the Wii U.

Chargers are divided into conductive and inductive models. In a conductive model, the rechargeable battery will have exposed metal contacts that must physically touch metal contacts on the base. Therefore, if you have your remote wrapped in a silicone sleeve, you must remove it to charge the controller. Inductive chargers don’t require physical contact, making them more convenient for those who use the silicon sleeves.

Alternatively, you could use any rechargeable AA batteries, but they offer diminishing efficiency over time. The benefit, however, is that you can switch out the batteries and charge them separately, so you don’t have to dock your controller and interrupt your gaming to recharge the Wii remote.

Best Rechargeable Batteries for Wii Comparison Chart

Some games require extra accessories for the Wii such as Nunchuk controller, Wii MotionPlus, or the Wii Balance Board.

If you use your Wii U to play Wii games, then you should consider Nyko’s Charge Station U, which charges two Wii remotes plus the Wii U gamepad.

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