Why I HATE these Reviews and Choosing an EDC Flashlight
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"i dont like collections"
-guy with at least 13 flashlights on the table
2018
Not a collector. Gets them in and then hordes them.
Just wanna say thank you for making these as much as they dont bring the views . The views you do get are very appreciated. I'm not usually looking for super lumen lights but I'm always searching for the next best EDC light for power throw and run time . Thanks again.
I feel a lot more lights could benefit from red light options
How do these rechargeable batteries hold up to cold weather, say stored in vehicle in canada. Every rechargeable device I've stored in the cold stops holding a charge very quickly.
There's no work around for current battery technology for resisting extremely cold temperatures. The best solution is to have it warm, and the best solution I know of is to use something you can carry in a pocket close to your body. Your body temperature is a heat source you can take advantage of and you really have no choice other than to maintain your body temperature or you die. Flashlights of the smaller size don't have much thermal mass to keep up to operating temperature. And in a snowy winter environment you really don't need very much light outdoors because the snow acts as a reflective lens extension of your flashlight. I do have a soft spot for headlamps, and i'll take a moment to preach about them :). You only have two hands, and if you're using them while needing artificial light, you instantly become an amputee... unless you have a headlamp and don't mind the social consequences of wearing one. There is the exception of magnetic lights and i really like using those for repairing vehicles or any other task that has a ferromagnetic surface you can take advantage of. Really though I used to use flashlights and often had to hold them in my mouth, until i got introduced to headlamps. I still get questions about why i wear a "cave lamp", but that shouldn't bother anyone who's not unduly concerned of what others think.
I'm a flashlight junkie. I review alot of lights....surefire streamlight olight thrunite and others. I only say yes to the lights I 99% like already on paper. The thing I hate doing is posting a review the same time as everyone else. I'll take my time and test them on duty as a cop first for a month. I also have to mention the cons and not just the pros. In some cases I flat out decline to do reviews because I have a certain standard. I want my viewers to buy the best bang for the buck. Keep up the good work bro.
Your channel rocks!
So your in the field use/testing is mostly at arms reach distance from the outside of a driver side window?
Jk...?
What I really hate are flashlights with a built in non removable battery, for one because if they get empty you can't simply change the battery, only recharge them which takes time, and for two because if the battery dies you can throw away the whole flashlight, and the lifespan of batteries is always less than the lifetime on Leds
Yes kids are good for making a flashlight go missing haha. This was definitely an in depth review on what flashlight works best for each situation 👍👍
For the most part, a flashlight is a flashlight...ive never spent more than $20 on one and I use them daily
@@TheGreatBeard LOL, and you'd be wrong on that
@@r.w.7232 How so? I live in a camper in the middle of a forest so I use flashlights more than most. I've never felt the need to buy a $400 flashlight and I generally use my cheap Energizer one.
Hey it's me! A long-lost second cousin from the states!
Feel free to send me one of them fastlights cuz. :)
"Nobody's ever watched it, it's only got like 10k views" A kick in the balls to us tiny channels lol
For long-term emergency situations, would u go for a old school batteries flashlight or a rechargeable/solar/handcrank one?
Hey I came across your channel and I’ve been looking for a good bright flashlight. I’m in the fire department and I was wondering if you had an suggestions for a helmet light or light in general. Ramon
what is the best one for a weapons light for both pistol and rifle?I have some POS dollar flashlight in it because i found a few different so called tactical flashlights were too big for it?
Awesome video ! Thanks for all your knowledgeable information and keep up the good work 👊🏽
Thanks C.P. Good honest informative vid. TY.
What should you look for in a good house defence weapon mounted light what will blind the bad guy but not you do you want it to stay on or be momentary
Do you have any way of doing an .xls export of what you have in stock? i can explain if needed... lol.
Yep, I agree. I have close to 100 flashlights, and I just got done frying an egg with the 2024 ms32 200,000 Lumen Imalent. It was so fun. So much fun!
We just had a long term power outage and .. along with my headlamp .. i have several which I couldn't live without .. along with those I find myself reaching for my favorite small flashlight .. had the same one for years and years and it's always there and perfect in every way .. strong, balanced, bright, perfect .. easy to replace the AAA's .. and can carry it in any pocket .. the Rayovac DIY3AAA-B .. the end mounted switch works .. and so does the medium to bright two click setting. I just bought two more of these. Thanks.
Great video for those of us who hate watching flashlight reviews but depend on flashlights daily. I carry a beat up old Fenix E12 and have a Fenix HL50 in my edc bag. The E12 has been great - I am thinking 4 years now.. Cheers!
Can you advice me on the best self defence flashlight with strongest lumen?
Question. I seem to keep buying flashlights thinking the next one will fill my needs better than one I already own; but I cannot seem to find one that is perfect. If I gave you some criteria for the perfect flashlight would you be able to recommend one to me that fits those needs. I need help. I currently EDC the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X and have no issue with the size.
Criteria. Size: 4 inches or less in length and no greater than one inch wide, and tubular in design with little to no flare out. Rear button push activation only, with no side button operation (this is important to avoid accidental activation in the pocket). Pocket clip with illumination side down, button side up. 18650 battery. Power: it needs to have an ultra low mode of no greater than 5 lumens, at least one mid-range power mode, and a max range of 500 lumens or more (I care less about having more than 500 lumens than I do about having a low mode with less than 5 lumens).
I have a side button operated light that has the ultra low mode with a side button activation, and I love the light; but it turns on all the time unless I lock it out. I have to then wait 5 seconds to unlock it which is so stupid. I want a light which has ultra low mode, ultra long battery life, and is rear button push only. The ultra low mode is the mode I use most often.
I don't know if this light exists; but if you know of one I would greatly appreciate your assistance. Thanks so much. I'm a long time viewer and love the channel. Thanks.
Every flashlight I put in the glove box corrodes or battery leaks in winter. Any suggestions especially for winter?
Take the batteries out when in long term storage just keep them beside your light instead.
18:00 My EDC (Brightex XR-700) does the flood to spot beam focusing but uses a different focusing mechanism. I find that type of flexibility a lot more usable for my day to day lighting use than the typical "tactical" beams I've used in the past.
I love your review on all of these keep up the good work
Hello !
I EDC Fenix E15 (2016) it has Max output of 450 Lumens...Some people dont like it cause it has Twist head...But i love it
I also have Olight M3XS-UT Javelot And Fenix HL60R Raptor+ Headlamp
I had a twist head once, great light.
A bit on the expensive side, but certainty worth it. I can't recall the name, something like Zero point?
I'll have to do a search.
OK, got it..
Goal Zero Bolt.
160 lumens.
$40
It was an excellent light.
Durable, and adjustable beam via twist head.
Your kid has it I'm sure. My kids are always taking my flashlight
17:32 "Find yourself someone who looks at you the way CP looks at the Olight Marauder"
I’m currently rocking the Streamlight Protec 1L-1aa.
I have several cr123 powered platform but from a prepping standpoint I wanted a light that could use (all be it at reduce capability) a AA as a primary.
When you throw out the 8 billion lumens race and focus is availability of batteries the field narrows.
You are right the reviews take ages to do (properly that is), but sometimes they can get decent views depends on the torch some generate a lot of interest others less so.
Fenix makes some of my favorites. I also like Olight, with a tiny powerful i3e eos keychain light helping me out often.
Hi, I have a question. What is your opinion of beta lights?
I got the M2R after you recommended it. great light, I use the low setting the most, but because I live on a rural island with no streetlights, and I cycle,, I find the bright setting great for riding at night. I point it at the ground when I have oncoming traffic so I dont blind the poor driver.
I saw your review on the olight h2r nova. That's what I carry now. Love it. And at work use a fenix pd35. Also very good light. Great as edc all round great use
I work in construction. Do alot under homes
Nate, I see your point, however I have relied on your reviews as well as reviews from Ben (Living Survival) and a few others. Weighing what each of you said before making a final decision. I think you will finds there are a lot more people out here who take your reviews into consideration before buying equipment. I don't just go out and buy any item you all give good reviews to, but it does weigh in on my final decision more times than not. Thank you for ALL of your reviews, I have watched them all including the flashlights.
Thank you!! What works for me fits my likes but tonight I saw one I need,thanks.
I really enjoy your flashlight reviews. I think your footage is top notch
Anybody know of any ultralight flashlights USB chargeable with a strobe mode?
Ive also lost my s1R baton. I miss it so.. now i have the H1R with head band
Lol.
My Lumen-compensation EDC is whatever recently caught my eye at the Lowe's check-out.
Do all, olight flashlights step down the power after a certain period of time? Or only the high powered? My surefire edc2 is 1200 lumens and never steps down. But it’s somewhat bulky.
Artist Chicago the ones that step down, do so because heat is too intense. Not always a matter of lumens, it is more about lumens x size
Sarge PalmettoVIP hey thanks! I just dont see a reason to purchase an olight if it steps down for any reason. It’s somewhat like building a 500 horsepower race car for the drag strip; and half way down the track the car drops 50% of its horsepower because it’s too hot...
Artist Chicago well, there are other choices of course, if olight didnt put that feature in, i am sure that some dumb people would burn their houses down. Same people who would like a candle under their curtains.
Have had a ArmyTek Predator in the past, but it had reliability issues. Biggest issues was the lack of Customer Service support. Wanted a video of the issues, before they would do anything. Never has this issue with Olight, Fenix or Surefire. So, never went back to ArmyTek. May have changed recently. With so many competitors out there, it only takes one bad customer experience to have a customer move to a competitor.
Based on your review and recommendation, I bought Olight HR2s at your Amazon link and they rock. I have since bought more HR2s as gifts. I also picked up a pair of R50s for my mother. She gets power outs from time to time and likes how they turn pn automatically when the power goes out.
I won't put up with Olight's broken flash sales/website.
Out of all the things we can get, use, or need for a SHTF scenarios, the flashlight is my obsession. I don’t have a lot of them (11 to be exact. And two of them I have four of, one for each family member). But you’re right, doing reviews on all of that is tedious without much in terms of what you’re looking for in views. Thanks for going through all that for people like me. Now I don’t need to go through dozens to decide. Olight is the obvious choice for me.
Agreed the S1R II is my favorite and current EDC.
I would look at either Streamlight or Surefire. I have the streamlight Protac 1L-1AA and the quality is very nice for the price.
Armytek Elf C2 (warm tint) is the best/my favorite flashlight I've ever owed so far. I've had bad luck with O-light (S30R Baton II) - twice. I have a Nitecore P12; I like it, but I'd like it to be 20mm shorter, I'm not taking it around with me everyday; hardly ever.
: ) I did watch your History of the flashlight.
I used a very old one ( replica ) when I was a police officer on the show Murdoch Mysteries.
I have lost 3 O lights now. The first one(S10R baton) I think the magnet stuck to my keys when i pulled my keys out of my pocket. The 2nd (S1R baton) was being used at work as a work light. I had stuck the magnetic end to the equipment I was working on and forgot about it. The next day it was gone. The last one was the M2R Warrior. I had it clipped to my pocket and have no idea where it fell off. Very, Very upset about that one. Thanks
I have the coast hx5 and it at one point was concider the mag lightkiller cus it functions like a mag light in the since it zooms but its twice as good and i tbink dependingon witch batters you use you can get 100 to 130 to 300 but the 300 lumes need a specilty battery and this light just does at is says and shouldi droped it by acced a fewtimes already and um it just holds up
I have been carrying the S1R-2 every day from the time it came out, I love it so much I had to buy the Titanium version when it came out.
I use the Lumintop Tool AA as my EDC, small & lightweight.
1xAA (14500)
80mm length
22mm diameter
43 grams with battery
Magnetic tailcap
550 lumens
Comes with a diffuser so you can use it as a lantern.
Throw it in the jacket pocket and forget about it until you need it (newer 650 lumen version 2.0 avaliable).
If you know you're going out for an extended period of time, you grab something bigger with better runtimes.
EC01 any good?
Yeah I can't lie I got a mild flashlight addiction myself I prefer throwers over flood lights
Good review for us women. Thank you! I appreciate this video. Now I have a better understanding on what I really need.
My edc is the nebo pal+ bechase it is a 400 lumen (you can change the brightness) led rechargable flashlight with a knife attached
Great content as always glad I found this, I'm gonna check out your other vid too, I want to get an o light one day, but I see why you hate the whole idea, flashlights are becoming crazy now and if you want power or dont understand the tech the community isn't very helpful or forgiving and alot of the reviewers get most of their stuff free so they gush over them cause they are bought off, but I've always trusted your reviews.
I don’t mind flashlight reviews since I only show what I like and not everything that is sent my way. Especially with ThruNite and Olight who I refuse to do anymore when they send them to everyone with a camera. Hard to turn down good money but even harder to lose credibility. 👍
Living Survival smart decision cause I'd unsub in a hot second once shit starts lookin paid for . We hate that shit.
+Living Survival through you some props at the end of this vid
Canadian Prepper thanks brother 🙏
Ben, I would say a good reason to stop reviewing Olight and Thrunite would be if they are crap flashlights, but they are actually top brands in the market. Everyone has a camera as you have one!. Don't let fame gets to your head!
I think the problem is if a ton of people are doing torch reviews (I've not done an Olight review for a while now), you get less traction on the video, and erm well that doesn't help. But I've done plenty of reviews with low views, thing is you wonder if you can spent your time on more productive projects. Olight are sending out a ton of samples I turned down the last 2 (small ones) as I wasn't that interested in them. I can see it from Ben's perspective as I create content myself. I do have a thrunite in for review though, but I've never done one from that maker ;-)
I carry a Coast G19. Love this light
Thank you sir.
Hey I need a new flashlight! Any suggestions?
Do you ship to uk
I'm interested in your opinion of surefire. I am very happy with surefire. I've compared many different flashlights. And, for me, at any given lumen rating and in the conditions I use flashlights, surefire always beats the competition. Also, the reliability/quality is very high.
Here's what I think of when I hear surefire: Overpriced, Proprietary, and over five years behind technology. Lets face it they dupe military and police into buying these which we pay for through our tax dollars. So you all own surefires you just don't get to use them.
Do you sell the DEFIANT light in your store?
Hey Nate! It's me your special friend : )
As a "normal" person a phonton light is the best flashlight you can have. Put them either on your keys or, in an outdoor/military setting on your pacebeads (after removing the metal). If you intend to use them for defensive purpose get different ones but for utility tasks they work great. It can also be usefull to have a cheap headlamp with your medical stuff and/or in your vehicle.
Great video 👍
For the most part, I hate flashlight reviews, also.
Happy Thanksgiving, CP.
Personally I've had very good experience with the Lenser-style adjustable throwing arc sytem, though not from the exact company. I currently use a Walther PL30 as my EDC light and even though it has only 90 Lumens, I can get a good 100m throw if I fully focus the light.
I also have the bushnell 1500 lumen flash light and that works as an oversied tactical light and thats for at home yes its rechargeable
Great video !!
Thank you
To test the gun mount, you can use BB, pelet or airsolt guns. There is look alike versions, but depending on laws of where you are, you may need to have a permit even for filming a replica.
Might be a job for All American Prepper... "Forget the sissy ass flashlight ! You want to blind your opponent !"
I'm someone special. Feel free to send me a flashlight.
I'm afraid of the dark also...
If that helps...
I'm just sayin...
I got a ? for all you flashlight guru's, whats the best battety style to leave flashlight in a winter car ? Im always finding a flashlight in the center council needs to be put in pocket for 15 minutes before use & who has time for that ? Or are there none & on your person is the best/ only way to carry a light. Thanks for the vid,
I’d love to have a pop can style light with big lumen output. If you want to get rid of one.
I grew up with a flashlight fascination since I grew up in the country, I'm gonna go watch that documentary now.
Because you have had a to of lights maybe you can help me....i need a quality 18650 flashlight that only has A single on/off or just 2 or 3 modes like hi/low or hi/med/low
I'm still excited with every wave of new ideas , gonna carry anyways . The thing for my perspective on battery's is standard only hoping for rechargeable that are accessible , sure cant beat price in my opinion . Is Too Many , I See The Light
P.S. Some of those could be mounted on a fire hose nozzle , the water could be ducted as cooling . Transiting the Erie Canal at night . . . Lol . . . It was done . Thanks All , Thanks be
You should try the Thrunite T1. Excellent torch / flashlight. Better than the Olight in my opinion (I own both).
Fwiw, I have a sipik sk68 (that cheap, aa zoom light you see everywhere) that's held up pretty damn well. Had it since 2014. It's a backup/loaner light at work. My real edc is a 2015 eagtac d25c ti.. haven't been able to replace it because I just love the tint.
My dad gave it to me.. he resells em for $5-10
I had my all time favorite S2RII fall out of my pocket. The pain 💔 was real. After a month of anguish and scouring the yard and house I bought another one.
this video made me laugh so hard. I can tell your annoyed, and trying to rush through so much info in one vid to get it over with. I should probably learn more about flashlights. Living up in the yukon, there be a lot of darkness in the coming winter months
I always tell people...They're called Olights because they give you "The BIG O" when you use them...and I don't mean Oprah! =)
He called it. The Olight S1R baton II is absolutely amazing for small EDC. I have one on my keychain and ALWAYS use it..love it..and have people constantly telling me..."DAMN! That thing is seriously bright for it's size". Yes dear...it's not your moms old school button cell keychain flashlight. It has 1000 lumens and an amazing spill...small...looks great...works great...awesome UI....just....really amazing. I also own the older S1 Baton that's not rechargeable (500 lumens) and it was such a great experience I had to do the newer thing...and...no regrets. But because I started with Olight, I had NO IDEA how lucky I got...and took it for granted that other top brands would make lights as good or in the ball park and that's just not the case. Don't get me wrong, there are other good top names out there, but the personalities of their lights are totally different than the Olight Experience. There really is something special about Olight.
Good job
I'd say the best construction light to carry needs to be rechargeable and have a magnet mount of some sort. There's almost always something to stick it to working in a building.
How about a flashlight for an electrician? We are constantly going out at night “riding” the lines searching for a fault. Our lines are about 30’ up and once we find the problem we have to fix it which could take all night. What would be your recommendation for a light that could put a focused, high lumen beam up for over 6 hours? Great videos btw. Love what you too. Best of heath to you and your family.
So when do I get my flashlight old buddy old pal?
I like armytek but 2 years ago I switch to acebeam, probably less durable but has mor performance. For edc flashlight I had predator pro armytek v2 now I use acebeam l30 ll or x45 ll for long distance x65 the only one in cool light
Awesome review on the Acebeam W30. My son also did lose my best EDC (Rigid Indusrtry 800LM) and yes I still have the MagLite sitting in my garage collecting dust. Looking for new EDC to purchase and maybe also the Acebeam W30 but the price you mention must in in US dollars. Its 389CAD on Amazon. Maybe you have a better link to one.
I understand your grief over too many lights. I have only one. Catapult V6 because of the long life of the battery at low levels. I would like to see your videos lean more towards being similar to "Survivorman". Les did a great job and I think you're knowledgeable enough to mimic his show.
Nice review and I agree totally about collecting stuff! I try to avoid it.
Good Video. Yeah, Ben and Chris know their Lights. Great Channels! I've bought Lights based on their Recommendations, and have not been disappointed. However, although I have a few Lights based on Rechargeable 18650s, I'm finding myself carrying MODERN Lights that use AA/AAA batteries, even though they aren't Lithium. It's because of Availability. I can get Bulk packs of Duracells at Costco, or I can get a Four Pack and toss them into my Desk Drawer or Glove Box and be good to go. The others? Got to go Online and hope no one steals it off my Porch. So thanks for the Video and Take Care.
Leslie Kovacs Hi Leslie!! 👋
@@livingsurvival Hi Ben!👍
And how does one recharge one of those fancy high output batteries if there aren't spares ready and the power is out? Using a common type means there's always some spares in a drawer or a few able to be scavenged from some other electronics.
pauljs75 I have portable solar panels from goalzero and powerfilm that will charge either the light directly, a charger or a usb battery bank which I can then use to top up a light.
@@livingsurvival Don't forget that if you have an Auto, you can use Car Chargers to keep Spares topped off while Driving. I just avoid use the 24/7 Outlet on my Dodge Minivan to keep my Car Battery at its peak.
Good video. I was tired of going though videos that were just voiceover and unoriginal b-roll. Thanks.
There's an old saying - "In the land of the blind, the man with the 15 lumen flashlight is king." You may not enjoy making a lot of these gear reviews, but almost all are pretty important....Get caught out in the mountains, because you've "lost" or forgotten your flashlight on a moonless overcast night and you'll have a new found respect for the blind, because it can get so dark you literally cannot see your hand in front of your face....ya that little keychain flashlight might just save your ass.
I'm a gear head I've got a lot of flash lights. But I have my favorite. And it's not even the best I have it is my go to for everything. Battery's last a long time in it. Good thing I've got 2 of them cause I missed placed it 1 time and got another one to replace it. Then I found it. I'm twice as happy now with 2 now. Every light has it good points.
I've used a 120(?) lumen Bushnell from Walmart for a couple years. Takes one AA, lasts a long time, carry it for work everyday. Dropped it off a roof a couple times, dropped it in puddles, all sorts of crap. It serves it's purpose, it works.
If I'm hunting a sasquatch or working night shift for security, I'd go more premium, of course. But for everyday stuff, a simple flashlight will do the job.
Why I hate flashlight reviews - you can buy reasonable flashlights for $10-30, not counting the $4 el cheapos. First review on Amazon of this SIXTY-FIVE DOLLAR Olight he considers the "best":
S1Rii Pros:
Stronger Tail Cap Magnet (yes it still has a magnet even though the tail cap is smaller)
1000 lumen Turbo capability (even though very momentary and get’s hot quickly)
More throw with a tighter hot spot and seemingly clearer center
Better beam color (rated at same Kelvin, it it appears clearer and warmer)
Subjectively better looking, and more aggressive knurling
Can be used with Magnetic Charging Dock
Smaller tighter .5 lumen firefly mode (more stealthy)
Much better battery level indicator on switch (but you need it with the lower run times)
S1Rii Cons
No 300 Lumen access through the switch (only way to access it is to over heat the light)
High is actually like a turbo, because it downgrades after 1.5 mintues
600 & 900 Lumens get hot, very hot and quickly
60 lumens is the highest practical output setting for sustained use (makes the 1000 turbo meaningless in practical use)
Battery is proprietary
Battery cannot be charged in a conventional charger
Battery is fairly low mAh
Run times are dismally slower than the Mini even at 60 lumens, rated at almost 1/2
Bigger and heavier than the Mini
The new mag charger indicator light is on the bottom of the magnetic piece. You must lay the battery on it’s side to see when it is finished charging. (the turbo S has an indicator on the side that allows you to stand the light or in pretty much any position or angle see it’s status)
So why the hell would anyone buy that flashlight, Canadian Prepper? The other three reviews were positive but less informative, and there were only four reviews total. Battery is proprietary is absolutely a deal-killer for me, at the very least.
Flashlights are not rocket science. NO ONE except a first-responder/search-and-rescue team needs the sort of multi-thousand lumen flashlights you're talking about. How many times in a SHTF situation are you going to want to light up a football field and give away your position at the same time? Seriously?
Need to get the new Olight i1r eos rechargeable keychain light. 150 lumen and the top stays attached when you unscrew to recharge.
I'm looking for new flashlights because all my headlamps are old and good by 20 years ago standards basically. I got an armytek wizard something headlamp a year ago but one broke within a few months (tried new battery still dead, not sure what happened there) and the other never held a charge very long at all. The turbo mode is the only impressive part but it only lasts like less than a minute.
I'm looking at getting an nu25, a zebralight h600d, and a lot of people recommend fenix but I haven't figured out which one I'd get. The flashlight space is so convoluted, and these companies make their naming conventions so confusing which doesn't help.
I basically want a wide (dare I say flood?) light but as much throw as possible. So basically I want the widest throw light. The zebralight h600 looks good but there's so many options I have no idea
The Best light is not just the power but basics throw and the ability to go to low to a decent power. I use a nitecore Smilidon for 8 years now as a primary it fits all needs. I have a Tm 03 that I would use as a tactical LIGHT. But it has the use as a blinding light more than anything . OPTICAL WEAPONS ARE NOT CONSIDERED BUT THATS FOR WARFARE ELEMENTS.