The Best Tactical Flashlight you can buy in 2021 - Fenix TK16 v2
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- I believe the The Fenix TK16 v2 is the best tactical flashlight you can buy right now. The Fenix TK16 has a unique mix of qualities which makes it suitable for general use as well as EDC or Everyday Carry for security and law enforcement agencies. This video compares the unique features of this tactical flashlight (or torch if you are in the UK)
My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things 'gadget, travel and EDC' which has filled both my personal and work life for many years. This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here: • About Jon Gadget - Who...
This channel is here to help you find great travel and carry gear on the back of solid and detailed reviews along with years of experience. I also hope to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to everyday carry gear, travel gear and gadgets, which make life a little bit easier and perhaps more fun.
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Product affiliate links:
UK Fenix TK16: bit.ly/3F8KtJ4
Amazon link to the TK16v2:
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US Supplier Link:
bit.ly/3SE83Vd
Contents of this video to help you navigate:
00:00 Intro
00:20 What is a tactical flashlight - key features?
02:30 What's in the box
04:00 A close up look at the TK16 v2
05:15 Features of the TK16 v2
09:06 Light Operation
11:08 Strobe Operation
12:07 Battery Life
14:00 Battery exhaustion indication
14:40 Charging
17:23 Advanced Pulse Frequency Transmission
19:10 Double spring system
20:30 What's missing?
21:10 Conclusion
22:25 Outro
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That is without a doubt the best flashlight review I have ever seen. Classy, thorough, technical. Love it.
Thank you for the kind comment 😊
I have 3 of these because I loved the first one so much and bought one for my daughter for Christmas. I have one in my night stand. My wife has one in her night stand and I have one in my truck. Definitely recommend it.
Once again, your review has guided a purchase decision. Based on your excellent comparison and discussion of the pros and cons and my evaluation based there on, I purchased a Nitecore P10iX. A couple features the P10iX does have that you mentioned were missing on the Fenx tipped the scale. I really appreciate that you review excellent products and briefly, and succinctly, compare similar products. I do find for general use that flood lighting at near distance is more useful than spot lighting at greater distance. I should mention that I’ve owned and used numerous tactical flashlights over the last 30 years, mostly Surefire. But now I need a good general purpose house, shop, camping, walking the dog light rather than a purely tactical tool. Your review makes an excellent case for the Fenix and similar products.
Got mine last night and WOW! It’s exceeded my expectations by a lot.
Thank you
It is a great flashlight - glad you like it 👍
Been looking at flashlights for a couple of weeks and I still come back to this video very gd job
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Seriously reviewed and very nicely produced and presented overview of the Fenix flashlight. No nonsenses approach absent of any gimmicky exaggeration and unnecessary overreacting and camera movements that make me dizzy watching so many other reviews on RUclips.
Very authoritative, perfectly informed and superbly knowledgeable gentleman who's review are not only trustworthy but very enjoyable to watch like some kind of educational entertainments. All in all, it's very interesting, helpful, funny to watch and relaxing at the same time.
In any case, one of the very best reviewers on the internet, particularly for us outdoors enthusiasts. Thank you, my utmost respect and keep up good work. My very best wishes.
Well Done! Great Conclusion! Thanks Jon! Will Have To Give This Some Serious Thought...Now!
Always enjoy your reviews Jon.
Great review! I liked how you applied each pro / con to real-world scenarios.
Great review brother. I will be using this for training my labs for SAR and wounded deer tracking. Buying today!
Wonderful review. I was undecided on which Fenix flashlight I'd buy before, but this gave me the info I needed to make a decision. I'll be getting this one :)
It is a great flashlight - I am sure you will be happy with your decision
THIS is what I call an ACTUAL review, thank you so much for such a detailed review. I am considering buying this flashlight or the Powertac E9R-G4 for self defence purposes.
Thanks for the feedback - much appreciated. I've not tried the Powertac but I'm still using the Fenix 👍
@@JonGadget I ended up going with the Powertac since it is more compact, easier to conceal in my pockets, and has more grippy textures, but if I didn't care about the size, Fenix is 100% a better option because of the higher lumens (2550 vs 3100) , the battery being completely inside with the USB C and more waterproofing, the metal studs for breaking glass. I will see how much I like the Powertac, and maybe I might also buy Fenix later on!
@@GeorgesonOfficial I understand, size is important to me to when it comes to regular carry - thanks for sharing
This looks gd for when your own your own and dog walks
I agree with you sir. This is a VERY VERY THOROUGH REVIEW
Just ordered this flashlight and your video reinforces my decision.
An absolutely superb review. Thanks!!!
thank you for the feedback 😃
A fantastic review of a fantastic Fenix flashlight i really want to get this torch now after seeing your review i can remember when people used use the relly long Mag lights i really like this one thanks for sharing your thoughts with us 👍🏻
Thanks for feedback as always William. We used to sell a ton of Maglights in the day, they never changed with the technology and got left behind.
A great presentation. Thanks for taking the time and posting. I found it very useful.
Good to know - thank you
Excellent review. You addressed everything I need to know.
That’s great to know. Thanks for the feedback.
Thanks, great vid, clear and well explained
Purchased with spare battery. An all round compact light. I have lights with longer throws, tiny bodies and brighter turbo output. Many do have a moonlight setting but this is a real go to "torch" :) I am a big fan of Olight normally. BUT Wow, how far have we come from the plastic 1970's Eveready I got as a little boy for sneaking around with? I was delighted with that back then.
I also appreciate the ease of use, having rotated torches blindly in the dark just to turn them on. The construction, single led and removable battery are also 'advanced' over others. Of course this is subjective but there is nothing worse than having a torch with more hard to access modes in an emergency. Especially when you are over 50!! Excellent review, really excellent. Thank you for a very honest and analytical approach. It is great to have such passion and audience awareness in your reviews. Thank you.
Thank you very much for the great feedback and background. Really interesting to read.
The good old Eveready dolphin, loved that as a little boy. Cheers
Your videos are great. Very useful facts and specs. Keep going! Greetings from Costa Rica.
Thank you 🙏 and greeting Costa Rica!
I love the dual tail switch UI, and the lumen levels they chose make a lot of sense to me for a tactical light. For some uses I prefer a lower lowest level.
Agreed 👍😀
Yes, I like my lowest around 2 lumens as well.
The instant strobe and long throw make this light a real win! Great in depth review 👍🏼
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That was a great review. Thank you very much.
Thank you 🙏
Absolutely blindingly honest review sir. its one on order for me thank you
thanks for the feedback - enjoy
Thank you Jon! I very much like how you take the time to explain I can easily understand. I purchased before watching and will receive the TK16 -2 next week. I also ordered the filter lenses. Yes it is to bad they couldn't make a decent "pouch", rather disappointing but Fenix does have other nylon belt "pouches" which are much more durable.
I hope to see more of your videos.
May i ask what filters, and where you got them from?
Hello, I like your reviews. I have tried and used two Fenix flashlight, they have packed up after about four, five years use as field, bike light.i switch to Malkoff. This has worked spot on for four years, it's been through three 18650 rechargeable batteries. You can get much more powerful been version today.
Thanks for a fabulous review
Great explanation of APF (Advanced Pulse Frequency), which is a signaling technique for the innards of this flashlight. And double spring.
Good job.
It checks all my needs, thanks for the well done review. Save me some money looking around for my unicorn flashlight
you're welcome 👍
Thanks for this video. I had been put off earlier when shopping for advanced flashlights because the UIs always seem like a labyrinth that I won't remember in the dark after just waking up, especially when you are comparison-shopping 5 makes across 14 models across 22 browser tabs and trying to remember and cross-reference various details. This video sold me on the Fenix TK16 v2 because it seems easy enough. I ordered it.
Thanks for sharing - I'm pleased it was helpful - it is easy to use and remember how to use it
Bought this light and love it so far, I’ve done some demonstrations of defense on my coworkers and absolutely stunned them with the strobe lol it works
I own this light and i think you made me like it even more!
Thank you for the detailed review.
you're welcome
Excellent detailed review. Your review pushed me over the edge and I just ordered one. Thanks 😊
thanks for the feedback - it is a great light - I am sure you will be happy with your decision
Same!
I received my flashlight and am very happy with it! It's going to be very useful at work. Thanks again
@@musicM0VESme great to hear
Brother love your Reviews
He really knows his craft, thanks alot sir from the albay, philippines!
Thank you 🙏
Great review! Thank you.
thank you Michael 🙏
Garmin Instinct & Fenix Tk16 v2.0, a great combination, I am having them too and really love both.
Excellent choice 👍
Thank you for your very comprehensive and well thought-out review which convinced me to buy the TK16, a decision I am really happy about. Too bad about the pouch though.
yes - it's a bit of an afterthought that I think
Being an owner and a fan of the good ol' NiteCore P12GT, Ive been looking for an alternative of it and I think I finally found it in the Fenix TK16 v 2.0 & the Fenix TK22 TAC. Great channel, subscribed and greetings from your humble NATO partner - Bulgaria
Perfect light. Good job fenix
What an awesome review 👍🏼 I will get one of these along with an extra battery. I don’t think that price is too much for a quality product.
Excellent review - thank you...liked and subscribed.
Apologies for the slow response! - thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel 👍
Excellent review!
Thank you. Check out the TK20v2 update 👍
I have a Fenix UC35 V2 and it is my favorite next to my MT14 from Led Lenser the Fenix has a moonlight mode with 1 lumen brightness which is perfect for the middle of the night when you have to go to the loo whilst camping or even at home or searching something in otherwise complete darkness , the flashlight is also very well made it feels solid and never failed in the slightest, the battery connection is absolutely strong so it never thinks about flickering or anything like that, the only thing I would want to have on it is being able to switch from spot to floodlight like with the MT14 otherwise I’d buy Fenix again 😊
I carry this flashlight in my 5.11 pants when I'm on duty as a firefighter, it's much brighter than the hand lights the department has on the trucks! I wish that Fenix would make a coat light similar to the Streamlight Survivor but much brighter. All of us carry the Survivor on our turnout gear but its getting pretty dated. I love this light!
I bought this flashlight based on this review. Not at all disappointed. Very high quality light.
Good to hear - easy, reliable, capable
Excellent review Mr Gadget! I totally agree with you on the moon mode! Fenix customers have been asking the company for years now but for some reason they refuse to incorporate this into most of their torches.... Other than that this torch kicks tactical ass!!
Great Review! Thanks alot. As german, i really like your english!
I wish Fenix would come up with a Tactical ring similar to Nitecore's
NTR10. It makes operating the tail switches on the P20i so much easier.
You "made" me buy this :) And no regrets whatsoever :) It's just a little difficult to find, it's sold out everywhere (at least in Greece).
Good review. I have a TK16 V2 myself. Its part of my edc lineup. It's a great torch! Can't go wrong with fenix
Nitecore P20i (first choice)
Fenix TK16 V2
Olight M2R pro
goos options, I'm a fan of Nitecore too
Hello my friend thank you for sharing a beautiful flashlight the design the finish on it looks beautiful 👍
good warrior video i work with flashlight repairs
Hey Jonathan you made a good choice very very nice flashlight and thank you for this video you did such a great job I subscribe to your channel I think you're wonderful thank you again your best friend from Atlanta Georgia 🇺🇸😎😎🖐️💖
Thanks for the kind words Joe, welcome to the channel.
Thanls for the content, great work. Disagree regarding concluding the best in the naming -- Fenix TK30L Was the best choice for tactical.
Fenix makes great flashlights. I have and love the Fenix PD36 TAC. Very similar but I like the tail switch better on the PD36 TAC.
Excellent review. I have been a Fenix fan for over 10 years now. I have one of the older TK models but it is nowhere as powerful as this newer model. You know what that means don't you? Yup - time for an upgrade.
I carry this as EDC in a bodyshop and use it no less than 50 times a day. I love it all settings. I own 6 Fenix lights and live them all! Best bang for the price!!!! My Surefire 500 lumen headlamp has failed before any of my Fenix lights and it was 3 times the price
I agree and based on your recommendations will purchase one . I find 800-1000 lumens is most useful for back yard or woods .
Great review.....
Excellent review! I just subscribed due to your thorough and engaging style.
I agree that a moonlight mode would be very valuable on a light this powerful. It would indeed last for a very long time. However I think with the moonlight mode many would also want the light to tail stand. As we cannot have everything I think if it could tail stand that might detract from the tactical switches on the tail. I’m not sure if there’s a way to make both features work?
Very tempting light!
Just curious if you’ve ever owned a Fenix E15? Out of production but such a little powerhouse! I think you’d appreciate it.
Apologies for the slow response!! - thanks for the sub and welcome to the channel 👍 I've not owned an E15
Hi John. Hopefully you're well. I am trying to decide between TK16 v2 and fenix PD40R V2.0 for my EDC light in the backpack. Have you had a chance to play with PD40R v2? What would you recommend?
Hi 👋 I think this is the best explanation for a flashlight 🔦 from you tube. I subscribe and possible buy this fenix 👍
Thank you for the feedback - really appreciated 🙏
I bought one a couple weeks ago, it is as good as he says!!!!
Do they do anything above this size-wise? So the same sort of spec, just a bit bigger and a bit more powerful? Thanks
you talked me into picking this up. I get the one-dollar torches all the time that use up AAA batteries and I kinda got tired of some of them breaking and causing me pain. I have a magnetic rechargeable torch that uses either face or bendable tip light, but it's made of plastic and would not bode me well due to its large size and brittle look. this torch looks like it would be a perfect EDC light to bring with me wherever I go. I was looking into the Olight Warrior 3 but the lack of beads to break glass in an "oh shit" moment didn't really click well with me. the price point for it too also didn't really click well but I also think I'm paying for the ability to magnetically charge which is cool, but not practical in my eyes. pretty excited to say the least to get this beast and have it near forever! if i could, id take off the clip and put it to the other side, just so i can clip it to the bill of my cap and double that as a headlamp too!
" Let's see what you get in the box" oh my god a flash light I wasn't expecting that.
Hello hello John thank you for sharing this wonderful flashlight my friend you're totally awesome 👍
Great review. I’m new to your channel and it’s a great find! I’ve settled on Fenix lights at the moment, because I like to only use standard 18650 and 21700 batteries. Most of the other manufacturers are using proprietary battery connections on their versions of these batteries, which means they are not interchangeable between devices.
Good point. Thanks for the feedback 👍
Completely agree with you on this, the first brand that comes to mind is Nitecore, their lights only operate on higher performance modes with their own proprietary batteries.
It's kind of a let down since 21700 and 18650 batteries are mainstream in the notebook and EV industry. There are lots of options from Samsung, LG, Sony, Panasonic, KeepPower...
It's a huge con.
@@Lucas-ck1po Yep, I have a bunch of Olights, Nitecore and Klarus. I really like their lights, but I don’t take them on trips because of the battery issue.
@@Lucas-ck1po that is a very good point!
@@Ian.. Just take a spare on the trip, what's wrong with that?
The tk16 is an amazing flashlight I use it daily I have found only one issue with it and it's not really a big deal but I thought it was breaking it kept turning off or blinking and it was that the head was just a millimeter unscrewed and when that happens it loses connectivity so if you have problems with your Fenix tk16 check to make sure that the head is screwed all the way on and tight before calling them or sending it back
great to know - thank you - I found I can untwist the tail as a great intuitive lock-out
@@JonGadget what a great idea I have traveled with mine and worried about it accidentally being turned on in my bag and catching things on fire so I would take the battery out how funny the problem was a solution staring me in the face the whole time thanks." As iron sharpens iron so does man sharpen man".
Excelente video muchas gracias me oriento en mi compra... saludos Pablo de Argentina
Excellent review
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Hi Jonathan,
I very nearly went for the Fenix TK16 v2 based on your excellent vid'. But, before making a final decision, I checked the reviews on Amazon and elsewhere from people who've bought the torch and was put off by the numbers commenting on how (dangerously) hot the head gets in the higher lumen ranges. Instead, I'm thinking of getting the Nitecore P20iX - which is similarly priced. If you plan on reviewing this flashlight or, better still, doing a head to head with the TK16 v2, I'll delay my purchase! Thoughts? ;-)
Very great Review, the PD32 V.2 is also a top torch from Fenix.
I agree 👍
i rubber band a x-tra battery on outside and still fits hands well.
I just wish I can find a better holster if i was to buy the tk16 like the holster lime the p20ix has
I am a flashlight reviewer but you are the king 🤴 🥵
too kind 😊 thanks for the feedback
Tactical, self-defence, military grade...... feeling like a royal marine commando even before I have purchased this 😉
😂
I totally agree. I‘ve got the TK16 V2.0 too, a great tactical flashlight. For EDC, I‘ve got the E28R which is grat too, but it has an external loading port. That‘s in my opignong worse than the internal one.
Great to hear 👍 thanks for sharing.
Sorry Fanny I disagree. The external port works fine. 😄. The problem with the Fenix E28R is the yellowish tint at low levels
Sorry Dany, not Fanny
Great review as always. I feel I know everything there is to know about a product when you review it!
I'm not a tactical user but I'd think that an instant-turbo option is a must. Maybe the strobe acts the same way for the tactical users and I don't get it since I'm not the target of this product.
What would you need 1000+ lmns for, if I may ask? 🤓
Have a greak weekend Sir!
Eyal
Hi Eyal 😀 if you go to turbo just before you switch off it will come on at turbo setting. I guess super bright is good for short bursts when you need daylight or a blast of long range.
The light looks so go I ordered one!
it's a good one 👍
Love your reviews can you give me some advice on flash light I’m looking at the fenix tk16 v2 or the olight baton 3 what do you think is better for walking you dog on your own
Hi there - replied on other comment 👍
I’ve bought one here in Sydney, they had a special and 15% so I treated myself! Better come soon, I’m like a little kid waiting 😂
great tactical light 👍
I own two of them, one is mounted to my rifle (I'm an animal control officer in the states) the other is on me at all times.
I've had zero problems with them both and bought a couple extra batteries and they hold a good charge after a few months of sitting in my truck with temp swings down to below freezing.
great to hear 👍 thank you
Does it have a zoomable lens, doesn't seen to....
The double spring design of this flashlight allows for more reliable use during the discharge of weapons as in the 12 gauge shotgun. Very much on par with competitive flashlight that areNear three times the price.
good to know - I hadn't thought about recoil
If it's only rated for a 1.5m drop, would it hold up ok with using it as a strike tool?
Great Video! Greetings from Germany
thank you and Guten Tag
Thank you I still want my M2R PRO
I like this type for outdoor use, but for indoor overkill..I say this as I do inspection type work
I would agree with you 👍
well there are diferent power levels so you can use it like a "normal" light
@@reahs4815 that's true - but if indoor is all you need there are lower cost alternatives
what watch are you wearing? do a review on it!
Great review. This will be replacing my current torch.
I really like it 👍
It's on the way.
Also used your link to buy Rovyvon A5
@@GlobalCop 😊👍
Hello Jon, have you reviewed the Nitecore MH25S ?
It's slightly longer than the TK16 V2 and P20i but with the bigger reflector.
It can be set to tactical mode
with it coming on FULL power on first press or the other way on LOW
first and then cycling up.
It's still a compact light.
It does look good - single LED gives great range of 500m which is excellent.
@@Mappi75 the MH25S is a very good choice - there are benefits of both - overall brightness would go to Fenix and range to the Nitecore etc. both good
Excellent review Sir! I'm on the lookout for upgrading my Fenix PD32 tactical.
I've considered Fenix TK16v2, Nitecore MH25S (good thrower) and Nitecore MH12S( mixed beam). Your review gives a fair idea about TK16V2...Did you check Nitecore MH25S & MH12S?
Hi! There is a lot of choice. I was looking for best in brightness or range for this form factor and settled on the Nitecore and Olight to compare with the Fenix.
mate, the nitecore mh25s is the way to go. 63,500 candela and an amazing throw to spill.
Great review Jon , Ive heard that the only Con to this flashlight is, that It gets Hot Very Quickly ....but I dont know if thats true or Not ..Can anyone attest to this ?
Can you please compare it to MS03 from imalent?
I just order this light 💡 after seeing your review hopefully this will be good decision for me
You didn’t mention about lock 🔒 mode
Do have any idea?
I only buy lights that can also except cr123a's. I have been back packing and the rechargeable batt goes dead. With the cr123a's just a quick swap and back to lighting up the dark...But this light has so many positive features, it is very tempting to acquire. Amazon has it for one day delivery. Dang..........
🤣 great to get the feedback - thanks 👍
And Fenix gave me 20% off when ordering direct from their site so I paid $79.99.
Sweet!
excellent 😊
Ordered one that will be here on Wednesday night! And it will be tested Wednesday night!
Lol
I was using mine tonight and it works really well - hope you enjoy it 👍