Happy to see Weltool getting the recognition it deserves. These lights are built incredibly well. They lean more towards tactical and outdoors, so I understand why UI and form factor might be a little off putting to some that need more EDC oriented light. Really enjoy my T17, T13G and T1 Pro Tac. Hopeful to get more in the future.
Glad to hear that they generally have a reputation for reliability. I just had a T12 Nine Dragons fail on me within 20 minutes of testing in the backyard. But I am going to chalk that up to being unlucky this time. Legendary firearms trainer Pat Rogers told me he had never seen an Aimpoint fail. I had one go down in a Pat MacNamara class with less than one hour on it. These things do happen. Hopefully, not at the wrong time.
One thing to note about Weltool lights is they tend to use beefy springs on both ends for their tactical lights which is more robust and reliable and can use batteries of varying lengths. Their weapon lights are also compatible with industry standard scout mounts, surefire tailcaps and remote switches. And they are beginning to utilize epoxy potting in some of their light heads for recoil resistance. Imo they are making their lights the right way for a pretty reasonable price. I believe they have some knowledgeable people helping them with r&d.
Olight, weltool, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
@jalee6587 well, let's not get carried away... None of those are the best quality, and some are pretty low on the quality ladder... I own or have owned lights from all of those brands and I stand by my exact original comment. Some are good utility/hobby lights, some are decent quality lights, but when it comes to specific purpose driven lights Weltool beats those others but doesn't beat everyone...and their price point indicates that they are aware of that, so that's really another big positive. Second in that list I'd give to Fenix. Everyone else is wherever they or whoever else wants them to be after that; I'd put them in my glovebox or kitchen drawer but not in my pocket. I understand that not everyone wants what I want or knows what I know or demands what I demand so I try not to crap on stuff, but sometimes I may get a little on it when space is limited...
T2 is fine as it is but the reality is that with a 26.5mm head diameter you could definitely get higher numbers of candela with other leds and drivers in it, as some manufacturers are already doing like Convoy with their 24.2mm head diameter lights like the S2,S6,S8,S2+ with the Osram w1 or w2 in them. What i did is that i chose both to increase brightness and also increase the candela by ordering a custom Weltool T2 with the SBT90.2 led in it and a customisable driver. And now i am planning to buy another T2 with the Osram w1 in it. T2 +w1 osram should reach 65-75.000 candela with the 26.5 head diameter. The same applies for the T1 pro. In order for the T1 pro to be able to accomodate ordinary AA bateries the driver in it isn't able to push enough lumens out of the lithium cells. For example at the same head diameter of 20mm exists the Lumintop fw1aa and that sucker can push 30.000 candela at around 700 lumens with the Osram w1 led in it. Since i already own the fw1aa i can't justify to buy the Weltool t1 pro tac even though it's a far superior tactical light. I would definitely choose to get a custom T1 pro with the w1 led and a proper driver in it instead. So generally weltool are on the right track, they offer quality lights, build to last, with great design and tactical features, but they could do better on the performance side of things by ditching the dual fuel compatibility with the cr123 and AA bateries. And since they like to release the same lights with different ui's then they should try and release the TAC versions with max performance and maybe with a customisable ui in them like some other lights they have. The only lights that i know from Weltool that have max performance are their LEP offerings like the W4 pro and their small 14500 W2 and these i would certainly buy straight from Weltool without doubt. But their reflector flashlights i couldn't justify buying them, no way, Convoy and other companies offer higher performance lights at a fraction of the price of the stock T2. And another bad thing weltool is doing is that most of their lights except for the T2 and a couple of others carry no striking bezel at all, while simultaneously they market themselves as a tactical flashlights company which to me it doesn't make any sense. Similarly sized to the stock T2 exists a far superior flashlight at half the price if you order it from Ali. The Nitecore mh12pro with the following features the Weltool T2 doesn't have: -65.000 candela, 500 meters of throw -21700 cell with 5300mah and thus better runtimes -Type c rechargeable -More capable as an edc with the side switch and 4 output modes as well a moonlight, strobe,sos,beacon -Greater lumen output at 3300 lumens vs the 1900 of the T2 which allow for a very big hotspot that also throws at 65.000 candela Generally though i always carry my custom T2 sbt90.2 with me and the Nitecore mh12pro stays at home cause the T2 with the sbt90.2 produces more lumens 4300 and creates a bigger hotspot thus is a better self defence tool cause it's easier to target an assailant's eyes from a close distance in a stressful situation. And the candela is very close to the mh12pro as well around 55-60.000.
I have not been able to find a review with beam shot comparisons of Weltool and any other flashlight. I would very much like to see how a Weltool running say a SFT40 compares to another flashlight of similar form factor running the same LED. I look forward to seeing a comparison review.
T1 Pro Tac marking - there is TAC engraved in the groove for clip It’s almost perfect light, what I am missing is battery indicator , like T2 Tac has. Have this light and cannot eliminate fear of short of power as there is no any warning of low battery
Weltool is a great option for those looking for a moderate lumens very high candela flashlight for a good price. It’s not budget but not as expensive as mod lite and cloud defensive.
For throw I get what you are saying on the T1, have you compared to the new Lumintop AA 3.0 at 900lm or the Pokelit Gray AA at 1000lm? They are both definitely more floody, but would love to see a side-by-side.
I mean 100 yards is 90 meters, 300 is around 270 meters, and 1000 is 900 meters so it’s not that much of a difference you’ll most likely only notice with the higher ranged lights if your brain works in meters.
Interesting. I got an edc27 from Nitecore for what I was looking for. This gets hot crazy quick on max but it is comfy in pocket. I have 3 issues with it. I may grab that 14500 one later.
In my experience, of which I have tons, LED lights with a super-exposed tail button have always accidentally activated when carried in (left or right) pockets of my tactical BDUs. Unfortunately, I am not exaggerating. Due to this design (flaw), I will only purchase tactical flashlights that incorporate a shroud around the tail switch.
I'll check it out... I usally use thrunite or nitecore but been looking around for a medium size light, but I like more flood for edc purposes.... Been looking at Nitecore EDC27, but that a bit over kill for my use... Anyways, thanks for your opinions and your time 😎✌️
Of course, I will have to see for myself if these Weltool are "the best" you can get. When it comes to these types of lights that are too big for the keychain category, but too small for the tactical EDC category. I have become a big fan of Rovyvon. Particularly The A28, A23, Aroura A2, S3, and the S3Ti. You can program them to turn on at any level you choose (Lo, Med, Hi, Turbo) with a double click. All are C-Type chargeable. 600 lumens in a light smaller than a tube of Chapstick - Or 1200 Lumens in a light about the size of a roll of Lifesavers. Do you have an affiliate link for Weltool?
What I’ve grown to hate about America is the fact that I have to order everything. I like to see, feel touch, compare items. And I hate you know who knowing what I’m buying. Great video
They should make the UI half press (hold) - low. Full press (click) - high. Click and hold - strobe. Having to flash through high mode 4 times to get to low mode is really annoying imho.
Attach a mainstream name brand, "EDC" or "Tactical" to any product and the price gets jacked up 4 to 10 times or more with everything. I have found the exact same bags, lights, backpacks, pry bars, etc., etc. for a fraction of the cost in off brands made with the same materials and same quality. Examples: I have a maxpedition water bottle bag that was $60 and I found the exact same bag for $15 in an off brand. Compared... Same materials, same stitching, same color. Side by side, no difference except for the maxpedition tag.... and the cheaper one came with a shoulder strap/belt strap and molle straps. Popular brand EDC pouch (5" x 7" roughly) $65... Off brand Same everything $10. A popular brand pry bar $200 and found the exact same one for $32. No difference other than the brand tagging on it and the packaging. Popular brand AA flashlight $68. Off brand $16. Same everything including the brightness, throw, modes, etc.. I can list quite a few more examples. I started selling off (and returning if possible) all my expensive branded stuff as I find the same thing or better for much less. These companies are extorting us all with their jacked up prices.
@@maxlvledc At least not yet. There may be one in a few months or so. Just have to wait and see if an off brand picks it up. There are some products that I have yet to find lower priced equivalents.
Strobe isn't as necessary as they make it seem. Especially since it effects the vision of the user as well. It does have a purpose however in stopping feral dogs.
@@maxlvledc I think Weerapat Kiatdumrong’s channel has some videos where he scares feral dogs without strobe. The intensity of 129-140k candela should be enough IMO.
Being a flashlight enthusiast you really should try the LH8 or LH1 heads with the malkoff MDC 18650 or 18350 hand held bodies. You will be absolutely impressed.
I consider 40K candela the minimum for self-defense. At that point, the light is more than annoying but actually uncomfortable to look at. More candela is better, but it's not linear. 80K is not twice as bright as 40K, rather it is a 4:1 doubling ratio (160K is twice 40K). Also, you want a candela to lumen ratio of 25 to 50, and more specifically 30 to 40. Here the T2 Pro Tac comes in at 46.5K candela at 25 to 1 so all good. But when we look at cost, you are paying "$116 or best offer" for that flashlight. With a 10% welcome bonus and a 10% TopCashBack referral, I paid less than $70 for the AceBeam Defender P16 with 58.5K candela at 32 to 1. List price is $85.
@@maxlvledcyou should check out the actual testing the owner of Werkz Holsters does on his channel. His light testing is excellent and he actually takes one for the team by acting as the guinea pig for the candela intensity testing. At this point he primary tests weapon lights, but the data is all pertinent.
The size of the hotspot is as important as the candela. There comes a point where too much candela (ie too narrow a beam) is counter-productive for self defence purposes. From what I understand the T2 Tac has a good balance of candela but with a sufficiently large hotspot
I keeping hoping someone would make a small light like the first one, but with one mode. Just ON. Some of us older folks would love to have a well built light that just has an on and off and that’s it. I don’t need all those other modes. I never use them. Too much hassle to use one but have tingling through several steps to turn it on where you want it. Why can’t one of these companies make one like that Pro Tach model in a good strong medium lumen. Just one mode. ON. That’s all I want. I would even pay they $50+ for a good one.
Im a hunter and im looking for a flash light that has pretty good CRI but is bright and can last a few hours for blood tracking. Do you have any suggestions?
Because I have two pair of pants that have holes burned in the pockets from negligent discharges from flashlights with large protruding tail switches, I see a problem right away with the first two lights. And with smoke coming off the front of the big one I don't think I'd ever use it as an EDC light. That's why I over paid for the Cloud Defensive MCH that comes with the ND protector. Great review and lights otherwise.
I don’t remember all the abbreviations but I know the LH8 and LH1 and the LEP versions are all compatable with the surefire 600DF bodies similar to cloud and modlite and they actually smoke them on stats. That’s the biggest draw to weltool right now.
Love the quality. Hate Hate Hate the interface. 4 perfect clicks to get to low? WHY? Lo, mid, high, on all batteries. 2 to 4 lumins on low - 100 lumins on mid - full power on high. Click once high, click again mid, click again low. Where you turn the light off, it stays on that level. Not complicated most light manufacturers have figured this out. My t1 pro is the last Ill buy because of their interface.
I'll be getting RovyVon E3 Pro (hybrid ~ AAA + rechargable) for $37. I'm a cheapo, so I have to go cheap first. 😋 11:46 ~ I'm guessing a lot of guys heard that said to them before. 🤔
Does the T1 tac ever switch on automatically in a bag or something or probably can? My worry is with that concentrated beam, it can burn pretty quick if switched on in error without a lockout mode.
@@maxlvledc U CANT YELL TYPING, IT HAS NO AUDIO. SILLY THING TO SAY.THAT SAID,MEN DONT USE SIMPCASE ODD THING TO FOCUS ON AND WORRY ABOUT DIDNT ANSWER THE QUESTION EITHER /
I don't really like the t1 pro at all. Par output leaves out a turbo mode, which I could get by if it started on high instead of medium. Then there's/ he hardest to activate tailcap I've ever used. And finally the uncrunulated bezel and pocket clip. There are AA flashlights with lep that put out 60k candela with a SMALLER head.
I bought two flashlights based on positive reviews from this guy. Two worst lights I could’ve bought. 1. Weltool T1Pro Tac. It has the worst driver you can imagine. Zero regulation AND zero temperature step down. This thing gets so HOT you need to wear gloves to switch it off. 2. Sofirn SP10 Pro. Yes, it’s Anduril 2.0 flashlight but it’s about all good about it. The worst AA/145000 flashlight you can buy with worst tint. Wurkkos TS10 v2, Convoy T3 and Emisar D3AA are ENDLESSLY better. His knife reviews maybe useful for some but he has no idea about flashlights or his positive reviews are sponsored.
No tail stand is a deal killer on any flashlight. Caution: don't use two 14500 batteries in the small light! Two AA's are fine. Compare with Convoy for budget options and Emisar for more power at similar cost.
@mewithknives3481 the acebeam..it's not a tac flashlight. It has mode memory, meaning your going to have to hope you saved the right output for the specific occasion. It MUST always come in on turbo to be an actual tac light.
@@maxlvledcI agree with you on that. I even wonder why they called the tac AA. I was pointing out that it's a 1000 lumen and peak candela of 20k. if I had to name it I would call it the tweener AA
Without getting into the video too far, but for EDC it is worthless to me without a hat bill clip on it. May be great on the nightstand but that's as far as it would go with me. Rechargeable Microstream has yet to be beat. Streamlight just needs to get on board with USB-C charging.
It's $58 I'll just get a Sofirn SC33 or Wurkkos at that price, sure it's not tiny but it'll have more uses much more practical. If they reduce the price to $25-$30 I might consider that, but $58 on a tiny 500LM EDC isn't good for me. But your review of it is pretty nice I like how you point out everything.
Sofirn and wurkkos pale in comparison to Weltool. The quality and characteristics are so different that they really shouldn't even be compared or discussed in the same conversation.
The welt oil pro tac is a AA 14500 that is a thrower at 59 dollars why compare it to an Olight i3t 2 which is an AAA but with a 10440 it runs at 300 lumens and is not a dedicated thrower and is half the price
IMO Weltool BURIES Modlite, Arisaka, Surefire, Streamlight, etc. The Weltool LH8 (18650) W65C is phenomenal and the only light that compares to it is the Z-Bolt
Weltool is easily the best brand of lights for handhelds right now. Get the T8 Plus TAC and you'll never need another light for EDC. 2180 Lumens at 101,000 candela or low mode at 76 lumens for a runtime of 36 hours.
@@MrBlahblahblee Yea but having a Weltool light on your AR when ypu post pics on Reddit gets you less up votes than a Modlite.....so people buy inferior lights bc other people know those brands lol I have to check out that light....thanks for the tip
@@KevinWood44 To be completely fair, I don't think that Weltool lights are "potted" (but I could be wrong), so technically they are not rated for rifle recoil blasts. Modlites are "fULLy pOtTed aNd tEsteD tO wiThStaND sELeCt FiRe SCAR 17 ReCoiL". Lol but jokes aside, I promise you with 100% certainty that you will love the T8 Plus TAC (runs 21700 batteries) and youll never need another tactical EDC light again. I've bought my entire family each their own T8 Plus TAC and for my lady, it's just that good. Don't even look at videos of it lol, just buy it and watch the power of the Sun blast from your fingertips lol. The only real dealbreaker that you might have in mind is that the tail cap doesn't allow the light to stand upright, but remember, the T8 Plus TAC is more a tactical/defensive EDC light with low mode capability, which is meant to be carried when you're out and about. Just make sure it's the actual TAC version which you can find on Killzone Flashlights if you look it up on google
@@KevinWood44 ugh I think my comment got deleted but anyways lol, to be completely fair, I don't think Weltools lights are "potted"/filled with impact-resistant resin for recoil blasts from a rifle, however I might be wrong. But yeah for EDC/handhelds, Weltool blows Modlite out of the water, bar-none.
If I get a flashlight this small I would want it to be for EDC which I would want a flood beam. If I want high candela then I would get that from a tactical bigger light. Nitecore EDC33 similar size, 35k candela, 3500 lumens, can switch spot and flood light. There is better.
I think Fenix and Nitecore out performs both of those lights. I have been using a Nitecore MH12S for a few years. It puts out up to 1800 lumins and has a strobe feature. It uses a 5000 MAH battery, ability to use different battery types and cost me 83 buck's. They have several other advanced models designed for law enforcement that run in the 120's.
replace that t2 stock battery with a top tier molicel and it'll ba a god tier light. also, screw you, lol :) I already own too many flashlight. but now I need to get these also.
It's not bright enough nor does it last long enough. In order to see well enough at night, a light needs to be 1,000 lumens at a minimum and maintain it for 7-10 hours. As long as a night will last.
Olight, weltool, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
Same idiots say china made crap yet ignorantly praising Olight, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
@@tysesty 1.) Scanning/Stargazing 2.) Land management 3.) private security 4.) hobbyists like myself who enjoy throwy beams 5.) this person is just being absolutely rude
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Happy to see Weltool getting the recognition it deserves. These lights are built incredibly well. They lean more towards tactical and outdoors, so I understand why UI and form factor might be a little off putting to some that need more EDC oriented light. Really enjoy my T17, T13G and T1 Pro Tac. Hopeful to get more in the future.
Glad to hear that they generally have a reputation for reliability. I just had a T12 Nine Dragons fail on me within 20 minutes of testing in the backyard. But I am going to chalk that up to being unlucky this time.
Legendary firearms trainer Pat Rogers told me he had never seen an Aimpoint fail. I had one go down in a Pat MacNamara class with less than one hour on it. These things do happen. Hopefully, not at the wrong time.
Olight, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
Oh wow. These look fantastic. Thanks for sharing Dom!
One thing to note about Weltool lights is they tend to use beefy springs on both ends for their tactical lights which is more robust and reliable and can use batteries of varying lengths. Their weapon lights are also compatible with industry standard scout mounts, surefire tailcaps and remote switches. And they are beginning to utilize epoxy potting in some of their light heads for recoil resistance. Imo they are making their lights the right way for a pretty reasonable price. I believe they have some knowledgeable people helping them with r&d.
Do you know if the LH8 is getting that epoxy potting treatment?
Weltool really does a great job at producing quality, purpose driven lights.
Olight, weltool, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
@jalee6587 well, let's not get carried away... None of those are the best quality, and some are pretty low on the quality ladder... I own or have owned lights from all of those brands and I stand by my exact original comment. Some are good utility/hobby lights, some are decent quality lights, but when it comes to specific purpose driven lights Weltool beats those others but doesn't beat everyone...and their price point indicates that they are aware of that, so that's really another big positive. Second in that list I'd give to Fenix. Everyone else is wherever they or whoever else wants them to be after that; I'd put them in my glovebox or kitchen drawer but not in my pocket. I understand that not everyone wants what I want or knows what I know or demands what I demand so I try not to crap on stuff, but sometimes I may get a little on it when space is limited...
I don’t know how many flashlights I’ve passed on because of a bad pocket clip lol. It’s a small part of flashlights but such an important part
THIS. I wish more supported the Thyrm Switchback.
T2 is fine as it is but the reality is that with a 26.5mm head diameter you could definitely get higher numbers of candela with other leds and drivers in it, as some manufacturers are already doing like Convoy with their 24.2mm head diameter lights like the S2,S6,S8,S2+ with the Osram w1 or w2 in them.
What i did is that i chose both to increase brightness and also increase the candela by ordering a custom Weltool T2 with the SBT90.2 led in it and a customisable driver. And now i am planning to buy another T2 with the Osram w1 in it. T2 +w1 osram should reach 65-75.000 candela with the 26.5 head diameter.
The same applies for the T1 pro. In order for the T1 pro to be able to accomodate ordinary AA bateries the driver in it isn't able to push enough lumens out of the lithium cells. For example at the same head diameter of 20mm exists the Lumintop fw1aa and that sucker can push 30.000 candela at around 700 lumens with the Osram w1 led in it. Since i already own the fw1aa i can't justify to buy the Weltool t1 pro tac even though it's a far superior tactical light. I would definitely choose to get a custom T1 pro with the w1 led and a proper driver in it instead.
So generally weltool are on the right track, they offer quality lights, build to last, with great design and tactical features, but they could do better on the performance side of things by ditching the dual fuel compatibility with the cr123 and AA bateries. And since they like to release the same lights with different ui's then they should try and release the TAC versions with max performance and maybe with a customisable ui in them like some other lights they have.
The only lights that i know from Weltool that have max performance are their LEP offerings like the W4 pro and their small 14500 W2 and these i would certainly buy straight from Weltool without doubt. But their reflector flashlights i couldn't justify buying them, no way, Convoy and other companies offer higher performance lights at a fraction of the price of the stock T2. And another bad thing weltool is doing is that most of their lights except for the T2 and a couple of others carry no striking bezel at all, while simultaneously they market themselves as a tactical flashlights company which to me it doesn't make any sense.
Similarly sized to the stock T2 exists a far superior flashlight at half the price if you order it from Ali.
The Nitecore mh12pro with the following features the Weltool T2 doesn't have:
-65.000 candela, 500 meters of throw
-21700 cell with 5300mah and thus better runtimes
-Type c rechargeable
-More capable as an edc with the side switch and 4 output modes as well a moonlight, strobe,sos,beacon
-Greater lumen output at 3300 lumens vs the 1900 of the T2 which allow for a very big hotspot that also throws at 65.000 candela
Generally though i always carry my custom T2 sbt90.2 with me and the Nitecore mh12pro stays at home cause the T2 with the sbt90.2 produces more lumens 4300 and creates a bigger hotspot thus is a better self defence tool cause it's easier to target an assailant's eyes from a close distance in a stressful situation. And the candela is very close to the mh12pro as well around 55-60.000.
I have not been able to find a review with beam shot comparisons of Weltool and any other flashlight. I would very much like to see how a Weltool running say a SFT40 compares to another flashlight of similar form factor running the same LED. I look forward to seeing a comparison review.
Search "flashlight crazy"... He's got the most Weltool content on RUclips.
T1 Pro Tac marking - there is TAC engraved in the groove for clip
It’s almost perfect light, what I am missing is battery indicator , like T2 Tac has. Have this light and cannot eliminate fear of short of power as there is no any warning of low battery
Finally, a Weltool! Well tour, weltool!
Olight, weltool, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality
Really appreciate your video, I wasn't aware of Weltool lights.
I feel like I own every brand but Weltool, thanks to you, that might change lol Awesome review mam 👍
58 bucks is pretty good. really doesnt break the bank
Weltool is a great option for those looking for a moderate lumens very high candela flashlight for a good price. It’s not budget but not as expensive as mod lite and cloud defensive.
Six and a half minutes in: I hope this entire video doesn't end without talking about how comfortable the small Tac feels on the bill of a hat.
I didn't mention it, but it's basically invisible. So light
For throw I get what you are saying on the T1, have you compared to the new Lumintop AA 3.0 at 900lm or the Pokelit Gray AA at 1000lm? They are both definitely more floody, but would love to see a side-by-side.
It may be worth doing actual beamshots for this one
11:47 “that’s what she said” 😂
Anyway of getting a reversible clip for the smaller one without buying a second light?
Olight sells just the clip for a few bucks, but only when they aren't having a sale 👍
@@ElectrabuzzXD oh sweet thank you.
I found clips on battery junction
@@maxlvledc oh perfect. The more I watch your channel the more I learn about new sites and gear.
They use yards to make it seem farther.
I mean 100 yards is 90 meters, 300 is around 270 meters, and 1000 is 900 meters so it’s not that much of a difference you’ll most likely only notice with the higher ranged lights if your brain works in meters.
I set my speedometer to KPH to feel faster 😎
just do the maths okay😅
No one can in detail see anything at night with any flashlight at say 100 yards...your talking about a football feld...
Hahhaha
Interesting. I got an edc27 from Nitecore for what I was looking for. This gets hot crazy quick on max but it is comfy in pocket. I have 3 issues with it.
I may grab that 14500 one later.
In my experience, of which I have tons, LED lights with a super-exposed tail button have always accidentally activated when carried in (left or right) pockets of my tactical BDUs. Unfortunately, I am not exaggerating. Due to this design (flaw), I will only purchase tactical flashlights that incorporate a shroud around the tail switch.
Makes sense! I'd go with the third one then with its covered tail.
You know it. Me too
No outdoor beam test ?....... Bad
I totally agree with you about the product.I I have the W3 pro tac W4pro tac my two favorite lights out of my LEP collection.
if youre looking for a cheap alternative to the t1 protac, try the convoy t3 nm1 16$ on ali without battery and similar specs. and has 12 modes
I have it, it's not remotely similar. The LM may be but...CD is almost 8x higher. It makes a big difference
I'll check it out... I usally use thrunite or nitecore but been looking around for a medium size light, but I like more flood for edc purposes.... Been looking at Nitecore EDC27, but that a bit over kill for my use... Anyways, thanks for your opinions and your time 😎✌️
Nice light, my only gripe is that it hasn't a moonlight mode. If it had that I'd buy one. Great video
When you said pricey I was expecting Surefire pricing. Wish i would have known before getting my Nitecore Edc 27
Oh, nothing is that overpriced 😆
I have a few Cloud but those new Surefire is 100 bux outta my budget
Of course, I will have to see for myself if these Weltool are "the best" you can get. When it comes to these types of lights that are too big for the keychain category, but too small for the tactical EDC category. I have become a big fan of Rovyvon. Particularly The A28, A23, Aroura A2, S3, and the S3Ti. You can program them to turn on at any level you choose (Lo, Med, Hi, Turbo) with a double click. All are C-Type chargeable. 600 lumens in a light smaller than a tube of Chapstick - Or 1200 Lumens in a light about the size of a roll of Lifesavers. Do you have an affiliate link for Weltool?
What I’ve grown to hate about America is the fact that I have to order everything. I like to see, feel touch, compare items. And I hate you know who knowing what I’m buying.
Great video
Roger that 👍
Have you reviwed the Nitecore MT2C yet?
I do sort of qant one of these. Sure they're pricey, but man handling a hot flashlight isnt fun
Also those lumen and candela amounts are nuts!
ace 2aa tacc?
Luv my Nitecore MT1a and my p23i 💪
They should make the UI half press (hold) - low. Full press (click) - high. Click and hold - strobe.
Having to flash through high mode 4 times to get to low mode is really annoying imho.
Attach a mainstream name brand, "EDC" or "Tactical" to any product and the price gets jacked up 4 to 10 times or more with everything.
I have found the exact same bags, lights, backpacks, pry bars, etc., etc. for a fraction of the cost in off brands made with the same materials and same quality.
Examples:
I have a maxpedition water bottle bag that was $60 and I found the exact same bag for $15 in an off brand. Compared... Same materials, same stitching, same color. Side by side, no difference except for the maxpedition tag.... and the cheaper one came with a shoulder strap/belt strap and molle straps.
Popular brand EDC pouch (5" x 7" roughly) $65... Off brand Same everything $10.
A popular brand pry bar $200 and found the exact same one for $32. No difference other than the brand tagging on it and the packaging.
Popular brand AA flashlight $68. Off brand $16. Same everything including the brightness, throw, modes, etc..
I can list quite a few more examples.
I started selling off (and returning if possible) all my expensive branded stuff as I find the same thing or better for much less.
These companies are extorting us all with their jacked up prices.
I review tons of flashlights...there is NO true budget $30 equivalent to the T1 Pro Tac
@@maxlvledc At least not yet. There may be one in a few months or so. Just have to wait and see if an off brand picks it up. There are some products that I have yet to find lower priced equivalents.
This is awesome. I’ve been looking for a defensive light of this size. Please tell me you can go to strobe immediately somehow?
No but the T12 has mode group with strobe and is way brighter. (Maybe even so bright strobe is unnecessary)
Strobe isn't as necessary as they make it seem. Especially since it effects the vision of the user as well. It does have a purpose however in stopping feral dogs.
Have a look at the Klarus XT1A. It has a duel tail switch. Straight to 1K strobe or 1K beam.
@arisalphas274 Discontinued, it actually doesn't hit the #s it states, and less CD for sure.
@@maxlvledc I think Weerapat Kiatdumrong’s channel has some videos where he scares feral dogs without strobe. The intensity of 129-140k candela should be enough IMO.
Being a flashlight enthusiast you really should try the LH8 or LH1 heads with the malkoff MDC 18650 or 18350 hand held bodies. You will be absolutely impressed.
I consider 40K candela the minimum for self-defense. At that point, the light is more than annoying but actually uncomfortable to look at. More candela is better, but it's not linear. 80K is not twice as bright as 40K, rather it is a 4:1 doubling ratio (160K is twice 40K). Also, you want a candela to lumen ratio of 25 to 50, and more specifically 30 to 40. Here the T2 Pro Tac comes in at 46.5K candela at 25 to 1 so all good. But when we look at cost, you are paying "$116 or best offer" for that flashlight. With a 10% welcome bonus and a 10% TopCashBack referral, I paid less than $70 for the AceBeam Defender P16 with 58.5K candela at 32 to 1. List price is $85.
40k!!! Dude, that is a LOT of power.
@@maxlvledcyou should check out the actual testing the owner of Werkz Holsters does on his channel. His light testing is excellent and he actually takes one for the team by acting as the guinea pig for the candela intensity testing. At this point he primary tests weapon lights, but the data is all pertinent.
So is the lumen to candela ratio the candela ÷ lumens?
@@maxlvledc the baton turbo is 65k candela and has strobe iirc. A better pocket candidate maybe? No tactical switch but for 3x the dazzle factor....
The size of the hotspot is as important as the candela. There comes a point where too much candela (ie too narrow a beam) is counter-productive for self defence purposes. From what I understand the T2 Tac has a good balance of candela but with a sufficiently large hotspot
I keeping hoping someone would make a small light like the first one, but with one mode. Just ON. Some of us older folks would love to have a well built light that just has an on and off and that’s it. I don’t need all those other modes. I never use them. Too much hassle to use one but have tingling through several steps to turn it on where you want it. Why can’t one of these companies make one like that Pro Tach model in a good strong medium lumen. Just one mode. ON. That’s all I want. I would even pay they $50+ for a good one.
They are only available on Ebay?
Im a hunter and im looking for a flash light that has pretty good CRI but is bright and can last a few hours for blood tracking. Do you have any suggestions?
Changing the clip on the T2 makes it perfect!
Nitecore EDC33 may rival this yes?
Because I have two pair of pants that have holes burned in the pockets from negligent discharges from flashlights with large protruding tail switches, I see a problem right away with the first two lights. And with smoke coming off the front of the big one I don't think I'd ever use it as an EDC light. That's why I over paid for the Cloud Defensive MCH that comes with the ND protector.
Great review and lights otherwise.
It was just dust that was floating in the air. I was curious about it too
If you were to get a flashlight would you get one with an 18650 or 21700 ? Why ?
I don’t remember all the abbreviations but I know the LH8 and LH1 and the LEP versions are all compatable with the surefire 600DF bodies similar to cloud and modlite and they actually smoke them on stats. That’s the biggest draw to weltool right now.
Any olight good deals? July 2nd
Love the quality.
Hate Hate Hate the interface.
4 perfect clicks to get to low?
WHY?
Lo, mid, high, on all batteries.
2 to 4 lumins on low - 100 lumins on mid - full power on high. Click once high, click again mid, click again low. Where you turn the light off, it stays on that level. Not complicated most light manufacturers have figured this out. My t1 pro is the last Ill buy because of their interface.
wow- thanks
Nice 😁
I have a question, can i buy 3300 mAh rechareable battery and put it in the t1 pro tac? will it work?
I have used varios 18650 headlamps, I prefer my SOFIRIN HS20 - or my Wurkos HD15 as a pocket torch. Compact and flexible.
Is there a flashlight that can run IR, red, and white?
I'll be getting RovyVon E3 Pro (hybrid ~ AAA + rechargable) for $37. I'm a cheapo, so I have to go cheap first. 😋
11:46 ~ I'm guessing a lot of guys heard that said to them before. 🤔
I have two and love them. All my rovyvon products can take an absolute beating and work perfectly!
I will stick with my Acebeam🥰 love the tint and the beam...#can't be beat😊
Does the T1 tac ever switch on automatically in a bag or something or probably can? My worry is with that concentrated beam, it can burn pretty quick if switched on in error without a lockout mode.
Not yet..requires a very firm press..plus you can use mechanical lockout.
@@maxlvledc you mean untwist the rear cap a little to mechanically lock it? Sorry to be asking such noob questions.. just getting into flashlights.
@@Djinsoul exactly. And there is no such thing as a stupid question asked respectfully.
@@maxlvledc thank you! This video helped me make a purchase decision. Ordered it.
@@Djinsoul the T1 pro tac makes it into my top 5. The UI is ok...but the hardware is unbeatable
The clip on the t2 looks identical to the one that came with my old dqg 18650.. I use it on my skylumen mini LEP. It’s perfect on it.
WONDER IF THESE ARE FULLY REGULATED LIKE FENIX) AND IF THE COATING IS HA2 OR HA3?
Not sure but...WHY ARE WE YELLING???
@@maxlvledc U CANT YELL TYPING, IT HAS NO AUDIO. SILLY THING TO SAY.THAT SAID,MEN DONT USE SIMPCASE
ODD THING TO FOCUS ON AND WORRY ABOUT
DIDNT ANSWER THE QUESTION EITHER /
Weltool is a great tool.
I have been tempted by Weltool but could never get behind there ui. They always look a lot tougher then other brands too.
Which best to blind 1-3 attackers? weltool T1 Pro TAC versus wurkkoss fc 12?
That is my budget range...
Fc12 is 18650, and better to compare with T2 not T1...
Same led, almost same beam pattern except different UI....
I don't really like the t1 pro at all. Par output leaves out a turbo mode, which I could get by if it started on high instead of medium. Then there's/ he hardest to activate tailcap I've ever used. And finally the uncrunulated bezel and pocket clip.
There are AA flashlights with lep that put out 60k candela with a SMALLER head.
Weltool t1s extension tube is the best accessory a aa flashlight should have.
I bought two flashlights based on positive reviews from this guy. Two worst lights I could’ve bought.
1. Weltool T1Pro Tac. It has the worst driver you can imagine. Zero regulation AND zero temperature step down. This thing gets so HOT you need to wear gloves to switch it off.
2. Sofirn SP10 Pro. Yes, it’s Anduril 2.0 flashlight but it’s about all good about it. The worst AA/145000 flashlight you can buy with worst tint. Wurkkos TS10 v2, Convoy T3 and Emisar D3AA are ENDLESSLY better.
His knife reviews maybe useful for some but he has no idea about flashlights or his positive reviews are sponsored.
No tail stand is a deal killer on any flashlight.
Caution: don't use two 14500 batteries in the small light! Two AA's are fine.
Compare with Convoy for budget options and Emisar for more power at similar cost.
Check out the acebeam tac AA it's a close comparison to the weltool t1 pro. I have the T2 as well. I've been on a grey flashlight kick lately.
UI on that is a disgrace
@@maxlvledc which one?
@mewithknives3481 the acebeam..it's not a tac flashlight. It has mode memory, meaning your going to have to hope you saved the right output for the specific occasion. It MUST always come in on turbo to be an actual tac light.
@@maxlvledcI agree with you on that. I even wonder why they called the tac AA. I was pointing out that it's a 1000 lumen and peak candela of 20k. if I had to name it I would call it the tweener AA
There’s nothing quite like being surprised by something on the sides because your lights beam is too focused 🙈
Without getting into the video too far, but for EDC it is worthless to me without a hat bill clip on it. May be great on the nightstand but that's as far as it would go with me.
Rechargeable Microstream has yet to be beat. Streamlight just needs to get on board with USB-C charging.
I3T 2 is way better btw
It's $58 I'll just get a Sofirn SC33 or Wurkkos at that price, sure it's not tiny but it'll have more uses much more practical. If they reduce the price to $25-$30 I might consider that, but $58 on a tiny 500LM EDC isn't good for me.
But your review of it is pretty nice I like how you point out everything.
Focusing on LM is where you are messing up...LM isn't everything.
I strongly dislike my Wurkkos light, it lives in a drawer as a back up to my Thrunite T1.
Sofirn and wurkkos pale in comparison to Weltool. The quality and characteristics are so different that they really shouldn't even be compared or discussed in the same conversation.
The welt oil pro tac is a AA 14500 that is a thrower at 59 dollars why compare it to an Olight i3t 2 which is an AAA but with a 10440 it runs at 300 lumens and is not a dedicated thrower and is half the price
Wait it takes 4 clicks of turbo to get to low mode?? What is even the point? I like my streamlight 1hl-aa that is just on and off.
It's primarily a defense light, the low is bonus
IMO Weltool BURIES Modlite, Arisaka, Surefire, Streamlight, etc.
The Weltool LH8 (18650) W65C is phenomenal and the only light that compares to it is the Z-Bolt
Weltool is easily the best brand of lights for handhelds right now. Get the T8 Plus TAC and you'll never need another light for EDC. 2180 Lumens at 101,000 candela or low mode at 76 lumens for a runtime of 36 hours.
@@MrBlahblahblee Yea but having a Weltool light on your AR when ypu post pics on Reddit gets you less up votes than a Modlite.....so people buy inferior lights bc other people know those brands lol
I have to check out that light....thanks for the tip
@@KevinWood44 To be completely fair, I don't think that Weltool lights are "potted" (but I could be wrong), so technically they are not rated for rifle recoil blasts. Modlites are "fULLy pOtTed aNd tEsteD tO wiThStaND sELeCt FiRe SCAR 17 ReCoiL". Lol but jokes aside, I promise you with 100% certainty that you will love the T8 Plus TAC (runs 21700 batteries) and youll never need another tactical EDC light again. I've bought my entire family each their own T8 Plus TAC and for my lady, it's just that good. Don't even look at videos of it lol, just buy it and watch the power of the Sun blast from your fingertips lol. The only real dealbreaker that you might have in mind is that the tail cap doesn't allow the light to stand upright, but remember, the T8 Plus TAC is more a tactical/defensive EDC light with low mode capability, which is meant to be carried when you're out and about. Just make sure it's the actual TAC version which you can find on Killzone Flashlights if you look it up on google
@@KevinWood44 ugh I think my comment got deleted but anyways lol, to be completely fair, I don't think Weltools lights are "potted"/filled with impact-resistant resin for recoil blasts from a rifle, however I might be wrong. But yeah for EDC/handhelds, Weltool blows Modlite out of the water, bar-none.
? is this still the best?
Yes yes
If I get a flashlight this small I would want it to be for EDC which I would want a flood beam. If I want high candela then I would get that from a tactical bigger light. Nitecore EDC33 similar size, 35k candela, 3500 lumens, can switch spot and flood light. There is better.
I think Fenix and Nitecore out performs both of those lights. I have been using a Nitecore MH12S for a few years. It puts out up to 1800 lumins and has a strobe feature. It uses a 5000 MAH battery, ability to use different battery types and cost me 83 buck's. They have several other advanced models designed for law enforcement that run in the 120's.
Ummm, the T2 Tac kicks the daylights out of that light on output... 100 less lumens but more than double the beam concentration
My Stiletto heats up pretty good/bad
They didn't write pro tac on that one because they wanted to make sure and sell their old stock😂😂😂
Not budget friendly? Surefire costs around 200-300 lol. I can't wait to get my T1
on eBay, I don’t touch eBay anymore. Hope gets somewhere else to buy it.
You can get good quality wurkkos or sofirn for a fraction of the price of these flashlights.
These are way more expensive? Then yeah, it better be good.
All of these make lovely video but where the stropping function?
nice but kinda expensive, wish i could afford
It's $56 on their website. That has to be considered budget, no?
Flash lights by Weltool are too expensive
If they nailed it then where is strobe for tactical entry and self defence?? Is tactical torch after all
If only it could tail stand...
The holes make it not waterproof and the button on the back is extremely exposed, would never... buy something like that...
replace that t2 stock battery with a top tier molicel and it'll ba a god tier light.
also, screw you, lol :) I already own too many flashlight. but now I need to get these also.
Give me an Acebeam Tac AA and you can keep your Weltool T1 Pro Tac for you, right? A comparative would be nice but I know how nice works the first.
Take a look at the lumintop gt nano. Way smaller, lighter that can reach 300m easily.
And you can get a 10440 tube for it.
I have it, only runs for 8 seconds at full power. By 30 seconds it lost 20% of output
ill take my Thrunite catapult mini v2 over this anyday
$100.00 for a mini flashlight is ridiculous 🙄
I think they were like $55 with the new version.
Chinese made crap. Surefire or Streamlight ALL THE WAY! I have 5+ surefires and not 1 has failed ever. American made over everything else.
It's not bright enough nor does it last long enough. In order to see well enough at night, a light needs to be 1,000 lumens at a minimum and maintain it for 7-10 hours. As long as a night will last.
I don’t think you understand candela.
so just by your words without any proof of what the words say....
Stop shilling for this brand so shamelessly. You are losing your credibility.
....I payed for them myself and don't even have an affiliate link. Wtf are you talking about?
Olight, weltool, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
Same idiots say china made crap yet ignorantly praising Olight, imalent, acebeam, thrunite, nitecore, fenix, klarus, sofirn, lenovo, tti are all chinese companies. China makes the best quality products
who ta hell cares haw far will the light shine??? how many times really do you need to see what is going on 1 mile away?
Calm down, you’re embarrassing yourself
:)
Okay seriously, how many times do you need to see what is going on 1 mile ahead?
@@tysesty
1.) Scanning/Stargazing
2.) Land management
3.) private security
4.) hobbyists like myself who enjoy throwy beams
5.) this person is just being absolutely rude
The new clip is sticking out too much
On which one?
w2 is the best lep out there