What lightweight, practical flashlights would people recommend?
I want something that I could use while camping, dog walking, and general day-to-day tasks (finding something under the bed for example). Currently I use my phone torch, which isn’t particularly practical. My previous (battery powered) torches have died after too short a space of time - I want something that will last.
One with a clip would be handy, so I could attach it to a cap.
I see lots of ones online with insane lumens. 1000 lumens seems like overkill for my purposes!
Not too worried about price (within reason!)
@OmegaMouse Sofirn SC21 Pro, Olight Baton 3, or anything else with the same form factor as the SC21. Yes, the SC21 Pro is 1000 lumens on max, which is nice to have for brief use. The user interface is intuitive, but gives you many extra settings if you wish and the brightness is completely controllable.
USB-C charging, replaceable, standard, non proprietary battery (16340), bidirectional pocket clip (can use with hat) that sits comfortably in any pocket without poking out. A solid light.
Thanks for the suggestion! I actually haven’t bought a torch yet, so I appreciate the recommendation :) The SC21 Pro does look like it would meet my needs
@OmegaMouse it was definitely a well researched purchase for me - never hurts to take your time :)
My personal EDC flashlight is a streamlight stylus pro. Fits it the pocket well and haven’t had any issues!
I don’t carry it everyday so I can’t speak to long term durability in that case but I have one of these and like it a lot. The bottom is magnetic so I can stick it to things when I’m working on the car or under my desk or in a PC and the head swivels which is nice to get light where you need it. It’s also plenty bright for looking around outside at night.
Fenix t6 pen light is PERFECT. It’s a pen with a flashlight in the top, it is removable from the pen and can be clipped in a shirt pocket or collar or on a headband and it’s plenty of light. I also have a Fenix WT25R, a little more bulky but a lot brighter. Anything more expensive needs to come with a lifetime warranty and serious add-ons or else it’s an overpriced gimmick. I’m looking at you Surefire and Nitecore, their EDC lights are too expensive tbh.
