Double Creek,

Buck Mag is correct. The battery life on mine was 6AA's every 4 to 6 days. I too was VERY unimpressed with this cam and would certainly not suggest anyone waste their hard earned money on one. I'm waiting for my CuddeBack to get here but they are on backorder from Cabela's. I went this route knowing that Cabela's would get the newest updated model. I'll be sure to post my thoughts and opinions on this unit after I get it in the woods for a couple weeks.