The difference between lithium iron phosphate batteries and lithium-ion batteries is mainly reflected in the positive electrode material, battery performance, and function. Essentially, there are also certain differences between the two types of batteries. Here are some examples from the following aspects:

In terms of performance, lithium iron phosphate batteries have high safety and stability, and are not prone to safety accidents such as overheating, combustion, and explosion. Its cycle life is also longer, with more charging and discharging cycles, so the cycle life is longer. The charging frequency of lithium iron phosphate batteries can reach tens of thousands of times. Under the same conditions, lithium iron phosphate batteries can be used for 7 to 8 years. Lithium iron phosphate batteries have a large capacity and fast charging. Charging at 1.5C for 40 minutes can fully charge the battery. Moreover, lithium iron phosphate batteries are environmentally friendly, non-toxic, pollution-free, with a wide range of raw material sources and affordable prices. And lithium-ion batteries have high specific energy and specific power, which can provide good battery performance. The service life of lithium-ion batteries is also relatively long, with a service life of over 6 years. They have high rated voltage, high power capacity, low self discharge rate, light weight, strong adaptability to high and low temperatures, and basically do not consume water in production.

In terms of appearance, lithium iron phosphate batteries are usually square or cylindrical, and the outer shell is generally made of metal material. The appearance, shape, and size of lithium-ion batteries are diverse and can be designed according to different needs.

In terms of usage, lithium iron phosphate batteries are mainly used in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and industrial applications, especially in situations with high safety and cycle life. Especially now widely used in the field of industrial hydrogen storage. Lithium ion batteries are widely used in portable devices such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops, power tools, and consumer electronics products.

In terms of characteristics, the positive electrode material of lithium iron phosphate battery is lithium iron phosphate, which has high thermal stability and safety. There are many types of positive electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries, including lithium manganese oxide, lithium cobalt oxide, lithium nickel oxide, etc., each with different performance characteristics. Lithium cobalt oxide is currently the cathode material used by the vast majority of lithium-ion batteries.

In terms of function, both lithium iron phosphate batteries and lithium-ion batteries can store electrical energy and provide power supply and energy conversion functions. The battery life of lithium iron phosphate is 350 days or longer, and the shelf life of lithium-ion batteries is about 300 days. In terms of advantages, lithium iron phosphate batteries have high safety and cycle life, making them suitable for applications with long cycles and high safety requirements. Lithium ion batteries, on the other hand, have higher specific energy and power, providing higher energy density and power output.

There are certain differences between lithium iron phosphate battery and lithium-ion battery in terms of positive electrode materials, performance, appearance, use, characteristics, functions, and advantages. Choosing the appropriate battery type based on specific application needs can better leverage its performance advantages. Meanwhile, it is worth mentioning that with technological progress and innovation, these differences may change and expand.