Battery life is something most people think about regarding many devices, but what about their battery health? This is crucial for the long-term usability of a phone. Unlike iPhones, Android devices do not have an easy way to check this.
So, what constitutes a healthy battery? The term “battery life” typically refers to the duration a battery can last on a single charge. Battery health informs us about the degradation of the battery. A weak battery means that the battery will perform worse, discharge faster, heat up more, and so on.
How to check battery health on a Samsung Galaxy Android phone
Samsung is an Android manufacturer that has a built-in method for checking battery health. This feature requires an application, but that application is likely already on your phone. If you don’t have the Samsung Members app, you can download it from the Play Store.
First, swipe down from the top of the screen to display the Quick Settings tiles. Tap the gear icon to open Settings.
Next, scroll down and select ‘Battery and Device Care’.
In the ‘Additional Care’ section, select ‘Diagnostics’.
This action will open the Samsung Members app with a series of icons for things you can check. Tap the ‘Battery Status’ icon to continue. You will not see a checkmark if you haven’t done this.
Now, you will see some information about the battery. The ‘Life’ indicator will describe your battery’s condition. It will have results: ‘Good’, ‘Normal’ or ‘Weak’.
Check battery life on other Android devices
If you are not using a Samsung Galaxy device, there is a method you can try without using a third-party application.
This method uses Android’s hidden diagnostic menu, accessed by entering a code into the dialer. However, these codes do not work on all devices and mobile networks.
Open the phone app and enter the code *#*#4636#*#*. This action will open the ‘Testing’ menu, which includes the ‘Battery information’ section. You will see the battery status listed here.
If that method does not work, you will need to use a third-party application. The Play Store has a few apps for this purpose, such as AccuBattery or DevCheck.
Unfortunately, we won’t get an immediate answer. For AccuBattery, this app cannot access historical battery information. It will start recording data after you install it. After a few charge/discharge cycles, you will be able to see metrics about battery health.
