Home Original Battery Buying Guide

Your Home Original drive requires a  LiPo (Lithium Polymer) battery. Be sure to confirm that the battery you choose meets the following specifications.

Why don't we include batteries in our kits? TLDR: Tariffs
If you want to read the full story scroll to the bottom of this article.

LiPo battery Battery Pack Specifications:

11.1 volts
3 cells (3S)
1550 mAh  - this can be variable - the larger the number - the longer it will last on a single charge.
25C - this can be variable - but must be at least 25C

The battery needs to have these two connectors:
The connectors are: XT60 connector (plugs into main drive) & JST-XHR-4P connector (plugs into battery charger)
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For Home Original

You may purchase a compatible battery anywhere LiPo batteries are sold. For your convenience, here are some examples of compatible batteries. Remember that the products linked to below may change without notice so be sure to confirm that the battery you choose meets the specifications for your Home Original Drive listed above.


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On Amazon:

  • https://a.co/d/6iTaP22 - this battery has a 2200mAh capacity - it should provide up to 30 minutes of play on a single charge.
  • https://amzn.to/3ILiHn6 - this battery has a 5200mAh capacity - it should provide up to 1 hour of play on a single charge.
  • https://a.co/d/bNuGBbe - this is a two-pack of batteries, each with a 5200mAh capacity - they should provide up to 1 hour of play on a single charge.

On RCBattery.com

*Batteries larger than 2200mah won't fit in the battery compartment - you can still set the battery behind the machine or email support@swiftpaws.com to inquire about our larger battery compartment cover.

Motor run times are an estimation, your actual experience may vary.

YOUR KIT WILL SHIP WITH A BATTERY CHARGER but if you need replace it or to purchase an additional charger, you can find a similar charger on Amazon using this link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F7XVSL9Y

There are also more sophisticated chargers available on Amazon or other places you may purchase if desired. For more help or advice on chargers please seek advice from a LiPo battery expert.

May 15, 2025: Important Update from Meghan, SwiftPaws Founder & CEO

Hey Furiends!
I wanted to personally share an update with you—straight from me to you. Transparency has always been core to how we do things at SwiftPaws, and today I’m letting you know about an important change:
We will no longer be including batteries in our Home Original and Home Plus kits.
Here’s why:

As a company, we’ve always prided ourselves on manufacturing as much of our equipment here in the U.S. as possible. While we continue to manufacture and assemble here, certain accessories, like lithium-ion batteries, are a component that simply can’t be sourced domestically. Even U.S. battery brands import the cells from overseas to assemble into battery packs in the US. The recent tariff changes create a disproportionate cost burden for small brands like us — and batteries were already a costly part of the kit. 😓

- This puts a lot of pressure on small businesses like ours, so instead of increasing prices, we’ve decided to remove the battery from our kits and give you the freedom to pick the battery option that best fits your needs:
- Kits still include your charger, LiPo safety bag, and all essential gear
- We’ll provide clear guidance on which batteries are compatible, so you can find the one that works best for your pup’s playtime.

You get to pick what fits your needs best—If you want to, you can choose a larger battery for longer playtime or a smaller, more budget-friendly option.
I know it might feel like an extra step, but I genuinely believe it will give our customers more control and the chance to choose what’s right for you. And the best part? Many of you have already been sourcing your own batteries, and we’ve seen that you’re often paying less for the same (or even better) performance than we were able to offer.

At the end of the day, we’re doing this because we want to keep SwiftPaws affordable and flexible for our amazing community.
Thank you so much for your continued support. It means the world to us, and we’re always here if you need help or have questions.
Want to hear more? I explain everything in this video

Aug 14, 2025

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