| Category | 18650 cell | Polymer cell |
| Energy density | óóó | óóóó |
| Safety | óóó | óóóó |
| Cycle life | 500~2000 cycles | 500~2000 cycles |
| Shape | Confirmed | Flexible |
| Manufacturing cost | Low | High |
| Portability | Big size | Portable |
| Applications | Small and medium-sized energy storage, two wheeler/ tricycle, new energy car, digital products, etc | UAV, pacemaker, camera, watch, mobile phone and other high-end digital products. |
| Both occupy the mainstream of mobile power market, with advantages and disadvantages. | ||