SP-10 Pro is our best choice too.! We change the seal for a silicon (high pressure hydraulics) o-ring & now it is waterproof while swimming. snorkeling & diving. Cheers matey.! Great info on flashlights.
no tail switch,,, means no rapid reaction... ever tried to light FAST an e-switch torch, while the dog "pulling",, kids comlaining,, and wife demanding to know what the noise was....... ??? do companies actually test their prodcts in a realistic way? you give security grds a few lights,,, and get the feedbck... heres the holy trinity,, on switches... 1) allways a tail clicker... 2) a protruding one (sometimes you only have a thumb avaialble, during a strong grip) 3) a reverse clicky,, is preferable from most security personel...
I've loved my Lumintop Tool AA 2.0 because it's simple, durable, and the beam pattern is more floody than almost any other AA flashlight, which is great for inspection work. I don't need my AA flashlight to be a thrower. Now that they have a Nichia high CRI version, and a 3.0, 900 lumen version, it's definitely my favorite.
The EagTac D25A is about my favorite light. Small, very bright for its size with a 14500 and instant access to low or turbo. If I could only have one light, this would be it.
I love the olight i3t it’s not supposed to be ran on 10440 but they work marvelously in them !! Brighter than the i5r since the i5r runs a custom 14450 that’s only 2.5 volts !
Capacity of lithium 10440 is pretty small and I hate AAA battery powered lights even 14500 I have a neco one with 14500 3.7 li-ion only 600mAh I have seen some Vapcell 14500 cells over 1000 so maybe light use OK included cell very light to light use best overall cell is 18650 protected Panasonic or Molicel battery yes flashlight using that are larger but there are some well designed and fairly compact considering size of battery used. I like for budget quality lights in the 50 to 100 range Nitecore flashlights are good other than the Srt-7GT with dial ring that surround the body just below the head mine died after a couple years on high faint flickering from led but I used it decent not super heavy use but I probably used dial too much causing premature failure.
So after almost 3 years of EDCing a Lumintop Tool AA, I finally lost it ☹ That has been pretty much a perfect light for me, and I was just about to order a new one when I thought, let me check out what my man Dominic has to say. Cool that you had it at #4 but now I think the Sofirn SP10 PRO will be its replacement. Thanks much for the vid 👍
Have you looked at the Wurkkos TS10? I'm interested in your thoughts on that one. Personally looking at getting the brass variant while it's on the Black Friday sale. This is a great line up of lights, and a great compilation video, I appreciate your efforts making it.
@@maxlvledc Ok. I just watched it, and realized it's not in this list because it can't take a normal AA battery. Shame but it looks like it's still a fit for me, so that's fine. (I have a brass F3WA but wanted the same thing in a slightly smaller package.) Great video too. Cheers mate, I really appreciate your responses. Keep up the great work, loving the channel.
Amazing job!! This was great and I appreciate your hard work and effort to educate your viewers. Your knowledge is amazing and I love your channel. This is Alan,GREETINGS from Riverside in Southern California.
Great list. I would love to see some 55 day testing if you are will to put a fresh battery and let it sit on the shelf. Would make a good RUclips video to a battle of the moonlight modes. I know my Zebra SC53c N will go for at least 16 days on it's lowest (0.2 lumens? maybe???). But never drained it entirely because I use it too often. You could be the our guide in the dark on this issue.
Well dang it now I definitely have to pick up an SP10 PRO and put it up against my Fenix RC05SE and see how bad the Sofirn beats the Fenix. Might actually have to pick up a Lumintop EO5C as well as I really like the dual lighting option on that light. Thanks for another great vid Maxlvledc👍
Great list esp for people who aren't obsessed with lights and don't want to learn all the ins and outs of drivers, UIs, LEDs, etc. I LOVE My SP10 Pro, esp for the price they are asking, but the button is a bit proud and I often push it in my pocket. Also, I wish the fit and finish was a little bit better (I have the SP36 Pro which is much better machining so I know they can do it). For those reasons I'd prob lean toward the M150v3 PERSONALLY, but its close!
Ya for the price I'm thinking of replacing a beloved 5 year edc Fenix light the RC05SE. The SP10 PRO is brighter has a way better user interface and even though I'm pretty careful with my lights it's nice to know if my daily beater gets lost or damaged I'd don't have to pony up so much moolah for a replacement. Kinda do wish it had a rubber tailswitch though.
I wish you didn't limit it to under $50.00. I almost never consider price when I buy stuff because long after the money is gone or any savings have been spent on something else, I'm still loving my gear or not. Also, I would never consider an EDC flashlight without a red beam. My current light is the Nitecore MT10A and the only reason I'm looking at others is I really don't like the switches on the side and wish it had an adjustable beam.
Great video love that you put all the time into it. Have you ever checked out the Thrunite archer pro 1100 lumens. It is a 14500!battery with great run times. Might have been to new for this list.
It's not actually. I don't believe you can remove the battery. And it can't use an AA soooo. I'm also not a big fan of the button, it was way way to easy to accidentally turn on.
@@maxlvledc I know for a fact that you can remove the battery info it. Not sure if it can use a aa though. Never tried it. You are defiantly right about the button. So easy to turn on in pocket. But for the linen output for its size and the 14500 battery comes with it. It is a great option. Highly recommend you trying it out now that they have the neutral white one. Great light.
Thanks for the excellent comparison. I really like the idea behind the Lumintop E05C. Most unfortunately cant find it on Ali. Any idea if it is discontinued or just sold out?
Does it really matter? None of these will ever be used for throw, they are short working distance lights. For such use case scenarios, even spread, comfortable lighting with good CRI are greater priorities than lumens. Each of these flashlights already has far higher lumens than needed for close distance activities.
Hi! I am searching for a AA flashlight that works longer with a simple alkaline battery. I have a Fenix LD09 and want something better in the same size and a tail button, so what to choose? A runtime around 15-20 hours in a low, around 15 lumen mode will be OK. Thanks!
Whats with this guy obsessing about flashlight being able to take in different batteries? It takes lithium? It charges with usb-c? Oh Thats not enough it has to take in some ancient lead battery inside and I am disquilifying you even if you would have best runtime, best tint, best build, smallest... NOBODY CARES ABOUT FUEL, everyone charges their phone.. taking or not taking different batteries types is a fucking 19th point of a minor plus or con, not the decider. /edit - ok after months in flashlight world, you want non chargable lithium ones so you can put them somewhere and they work 8 years later. While rechargible li-io wont have charge after 2 years
Personally, the flood output on the lumintop edc aa is a feature I love. I use a small light like this mostly for finding things in and around buildings and cars. The even light makes that easier than a dazzling hot spot. I carry a separate light for throw when I’m outdoors. Great video and list.
Thanks for doing all the work you have done in compiling this top ten list. My top three that I find myself carrying the most are the Lumintop tool AA 2.0 with the Nichia led, the Eagtac D25A and, one that didn’t make your list, probably because of price, is the Eagtac D3 Titanium with an SST20 led. I do also like the Sofrin sp10, but I definitely prefer a tail switch more than a side switch flashlight. Thanks again for all you do for the edc community.
I also have the lumintop and the sofirn. I carry the lumintop everyday, I like the sofirn but like you prefer a tail switch. The side buttons always get unintentionally bumped in my pocket.
I would appreciate if you’re going to give the prices of one light would you be able to give the prices of every light every time because I am trying to determine whether or not it is worth it, but some you describe all the way with the pricing and some are you describe without the pricing‘s.
I have 2 off of this list. The Olight I5R and the Acebeam Pokelit AA. I bought the Acebeam off of the review you did on it and I'm happy I listened to you. I tend to carry it a little more than my other pocket lights. I funny thing about the I5R is I didn't even notice the battery is a 2.4v. I just pull it out and charge it as needed without even looking. I feel kind of oblivious now... lol. Sofrin is really offering a great product at an amazing price, I bought the IF22A and that thing throws some light for such a small package for around $40 (also on your recommendation). Thanks for doing what you do.
The Lumintop clip is definitely the one big thing I hate about it. That and the switch is a little too soft so you can end up accidentally bumping it and cycling modes when you don't want. But I don't think anything beats it for portability and output for the price.
Great video man! Thanks for putting this out there! Just a suggestion for your future videos on any lights you might come across :) I would absolutely love it if you could film each flashlight consistently lol. I’d love to see what each beam looks like before I even consider it. I saw you light up the Pokelit but never saw anything else light up lol. It’s cool that you show off the light close up, but without any of the functions being shown, it’s more about aesthetics at that point. Also, you missed on the Lumintop Tool AA where the tail switch actually glows when not being used. I think that’s a huge dealbreaker for some people, especially knowing that it’s putting a drain on your battery when not in use lol. It also comes with a diffuser and it tail stands. I’d love to hear those features being mentioned in your review :) I think it can add to the “value” rating for your selections. Lastly, you commented on how the Pokelit doesn’t perform that well on standard AA batteries, but I never heard that being mentioned on any other light which I think is unfair to Acebeam. You talked about CRI at the beginning of your video but I think that’s also something worth mentioning when talking about lights. Every review will be subjective to some degree, but adding these talking points to your reviews helps to make it as fact filled as possible :) Don’t mean to nitpick here, just wanted to throw that out there. Love your channel and what you do!
Beware I have had three Streamlight protac 1L 1AA lights. All of the tailcaps will fail in months. Mechanically feels good when clicking but just fails. It cannot be fixed or replaced, you just have to buy a whole new flashlight.
Honestly I have used a lot of these, and none of them compares favorably to the Trustfire L2 (1000 lumen turbo, simple on off, twist head for 100 lumen low power mode) Almost all these modern lights have a terrible UI with WAY too many settings and functions for defensive/CCW/EDC use. Of the ones on your list, I think the Eagletac D25A is the best option, but sadly the tailswitch on mine died after several years of use, so mine is a paperweight now.
As far as the Convoy T3 goes, you can swap the clip out for the screw-on one intended for the S2+ as well as several other models. I can confirm it fits, as I have one on my T3. It's more sturdy, and is slightly deeper carry. Unfortunately, just like the stock clip, it isn't two way
@@cronglBest warm flashlight LED for not keeping yourself up at night. I would say the 4500k, or better yet dedome 5700k (which makes 4300k) is the best 519a for most people. I prefer a 3500k for general use, though. 4500k 519a dedomed is my favorite. A peachy white.
Huge 1L-1AA fan! FYI the aaa doesn’t need to be wrapped in anything. A little jostling and it works fine. I do wish it would house a 16340 and 14500. I’ve run those for a hot minute ( pun intended lol) but they’re not advised. With the aa the lumens is a nice 150 for a good few hours. That’s a very nice output imo and noticeably higher that the low mode of 40lm. Just a tough cool light. Tool aa 2.0 is a fave too. So light weight and bright. Clip is a tad flush but runs fine on a hat brim. Then you can opt for a twisty magnetic tail too.
@@maxlvledc The 40lm is actually 720cd. I get what you’re saying, but this is that sweet spot between an EDC and a more professional utility light. Too bad it doesn’t tail stand too.
I've been carrying the Thrunite Archer 1A for years now. It can take a 14500 or AA. It takes a beating, lasts a long time, and always works. Only downside is thrunite discontinued it to move more towards rechargeable. But you can still find them on the secondary market under $50.
I do have the EDC05C and SP10v3 as my two primary lights they are hard to beat for AA. However, whenever I look for the E05C online I can never find it in stock anywhere
Can anyone tell me flashlight which has max. lumens 150, but runtime on high mode will min. 10 hours, and with 2 or 3 mode. I will thankful if anyone give me a sign.
Y'man get THE 👇 Klarus XT1A on your radar. Multiple fuel source, outdoor and tactical modes, great output modes, solid build quality, £50 in the UK. A sterling option.
Acebeam ryder rx is a dope flashlight. I feel like gear should have personality and style as well as function. Sad thing is I lost it, the clip doesn't bite enough, and it slipped out of my pocket
I have the SP10 Pro, its nice but the side switch is too proud and keeps turning on in my pocket. I refuse to manual lockout or e-lockout everytime I use it.. I ended up giving it away and the M150 V3 519A is my new EDC.
Great video love the channel. So much information. I would like to see when you do flashlights thst you focus more time on flood vs throw for each light. Besides that awesome video.
the eagtac has been my go to for a couple years now, what I love about it is the light gets dimmer as the battery dies down instead of just suddenly not working like other lights. another good light is acebeam m10
Pokelit is super impressive for a cheap light with good output. So good I gave it to my Dad because it's simple and super functional. I had an EDC05C and I liked everything about it except the UI. The E05C UI looks similar. I agree USB-C would have been ideal.
You can use a 14500 in the streamlight Protac but the low then is as bright as high. The 14500 must have the normal length of 50mm. Many are a bit long up to 52mm. They dont work. 16340 the same. So if you want to use only high and strobe its no problem. Also there is a RCR123 from Keeppower that has only 3V. With this you have the full 350l and the regular low.
@@maxlvledc It didnt yet and I have seen some comments from others who also do it without any problems.The only Problem is with the low. But the best way is to use one of these 3V RCR123.
I5t eos StarDust and Lumintop GTA are mine. I also own 2 Fenixes with dedicated li-ion or 2 and 4 AA. And a LedLenser P5r with 14500 only. Only toys, my fav is a warm white Olight Baton 3 Pro Max.
Why are most 14500 lights putting the usb port on the battery and not the light? It would be much better with on board charging. Another complaint I have is that they're not even reaching 1000 lumens. There are lights using a 16340 battery that put out 1300 lumens. Why can't they do this with 14500?
Bad news.....only 2 of these are still available. You may want to check out the Lumintop AA 15. It's less than 3 inches long!!! Also, on the Lumintop AA 2.0 you didn't mention its best feature!!!! The switch is lighted so you can always find it in the dark!!! I LOVE that feature.
Why don't more AA/AAA flashlights have an E Switch interface like the Skilhunt M150? After carrying/using 16340/18650 cell flashlights for the better part of a decade, I find many of these click/click again or twist/twist again interfaces to be primitive and lack the finesse of coming in on ultra-low or turbo or memory.
Thanks great rewiev. I Have try to find Lumintop E05C but they dont sell any More, do any one know is there on the market somilar where you can but double anbatery and works
Very good review 🙂 I have a similar Lumitop AA, not the version "2.0", apparently the predecessor, but it has always had a bad connection somewhere. So when i fails I have to tighten the tailcap even more firm and then it's OK again for some time. This keeps me from buying Lumitop again ! I have a AAA lumitop as weel and its OK every time. Kind regards 🙂
Outstanding video, and an interesting analyses of these flashlights. I don't think I've tested 25 different single AA models, but I've gone through a lot more than I carry, and included a few with other cell types in my testing. I agree about the Protac IL-1AA not making the cut. Its output with 1.2V cells did not impress me at all. I did not test the Lumintop EDC01 as I could see it was missing features I wanted. The Lumintop Tool AA is one of my EDC lights. It comes with a silicone diffuser, AND it tail-stands, giving it high marks for versatility since it is also an area light. I am awaiting the AAA version of this light, but I'm getting mixed messages about it working with a 3.7V 10440 cell; I helieve it does not. Although I carried it for months, the Olight i5R's proprietary battery ultimately cost it it's spot. It was replaced by the Pokelit AA on the merits of that one's universal fuel and similar brightness. #1 for me too (you probably suspected this from some of my past comments) is the Sofirn SP10 Pro, also including a silicone diffuser AND a magnetic tail-cap. Another one that did not make the EDC cut, but is in multiple tool bags and in the car, is the Nicron N7. It's a little big for EDC, but the magnetic tail-cap and aimable head make this an excellent choice for minor repair jobs in dark places. Unfortunately, the Lumintop E05C is sold out; I suspect I'd really like that one.
I cary on keys Lumitop AAA Tool for 4 ares and its small and has max 130Lumens ,50,5 lumens i rely like it. Also its.beng up with keys almost there is no paint on her but ewry thing is good.
Do you use the vapcell 3000mah 10a batteries in the sp10 pro? (You talked about them when discussing the i5r light) I'm totally addicted to these budget lights. I really wanna get into rechargeable batteries and I wanna basically take your word for it. Thanks for everything!! * Edit* what's a decent charger? You mentioned one or some in another video but that's a lot of digging and waiting haha
Not sure if I'd get another streamlight. My protac wouldn't stay on if it got even the lightest bump or jostle. Then I have to wave it around to get it to work again. Light consistently flickering. Crap.
Which Flashlight would you recommend that has a good spread? I drive a box truck with no cargo lights. Looking into the sofirn sc32, but not sure how the spread is. I have the tool aa. I like having a tailight switch but not a fan of no moonlight and it doesnt remember the setting. Thought about the edc aa as well bc of the honeycomb lens. Thanks in Advance, Dominic.
My user lights are all cr123a. For me it makes sense, cause the batts will not leak. I have some over 12 years old, and they are fine, estimate they still have 80% power. My wife uses AA so I have two good ones, Eagle and one I cannot remember the name. Anyway, they are good lights, get batts almost anywhere if needed, and easy to replace in the dark. I make her carry an extra AA batt in her purse, (as if one could find it in there)! I think every size has a place in todays world...I do carry a AAA light from Prometheus!
I love channels like this where I can nerd out on dumb man things. My grandpa would of loved this reminds me of all the millions pens, knives, and tools I used to go through when running around his shop.
Thanks for the reviews. Ordered the SP10 Pro w/tailcap and diffuser using your link. There is also an additional 25% coupon on the page right now, net price $17.01!
I carry the Lumintop AA tool 2.0. *Zero complaints.* It can use one lithium, USB-rechargeable 14500 or a single AA battery. It's very small. Has multiple light levels up to 600 or 700 lumens. It's priced right. Well, one complaint: I wish that it had a deep pocket clip that perhaps also clipped to bill of ball cap. Otherwise, it's exactly what I want for EDC.
I just got a hanks light d4k and it’s been in my pocket the most, but before that I www carrying the pineapple quite a bit. I love that light even if I’m use to higher outputs. I also carried the FWAA a lot too even though you can’t use a AA with it. Your LAN looks awesome. Great looking light! Definitely would love to get one eventually. Same goes with a copper Tool AA.
I have the Olight because I went over brand with my torches after going through so many of them. I will use this list to purchase Xmas presents for friends, first being a Lumintop E05C for the mate that has a head light but keeps asking to borrow a pencil light.
SP-10 Pro is our best choice too.! We change the seal for a silicon (high pressure hydraulics) o-ring & now it is waterproof while swimming. snorkeling & diving. Cheers matey.! Great info on flashlights.
Ooo, cool mod!!
no tail switch,,, means no rapid reaction...
ever tried to light FAST an e-switch torch, while the dog "pulling",, kids comlaining,, and wife demanding to know what the noise was....... ???
do companies actually test their prodcts in a realistic way?
you give security grds a few lights,,, and get the feedbck...
heres the holy trinity,, on switches...
1) allways a tail clicker...
2) a protruding one (sometimes you only have a thumb avaialble, during a strong grip)
3) a reverse clicky,, is preferable from most security personel...
where to get those silicone o-ring you used, thanks!
Any recommendations for a flashlight the size of the Sofirn SP10 Pro (specially width) but with a tail switch?
I've loved my Lumintop Tool AA 2.0 because it's simple, durable, and the beam pattern is more floody than almost any other AA flashlight, which is great for inspection work. I don't need my AA flashlight to be a thrower. Now that they have a Nichia high CRI version, and a 3.0, 900 lumen version, it's definitely my favorite.
The EagTac D25A is about my favorite light. Small, very bright for its size with a 14500 and instant access to low or turbo. If I could only have one light, this would be it.
Too bad hardly anybody sells it and those that do sell it for for over $50
@@balsalmalberto8086 I know. Very expensive when compared to the competition.
Would love to see a AAA / 10440 version of this rundown!
It’d just be the ReyLight Pineapple Mini :-P
@@TorchHacker or the i3T if you're on a budget
No you wouldn’t
I love the olight i3t it’s not supposed to be ran on 10440 but they work marvelously in them !! Brighter than the i5r since the i5r runs a custom 14450 that’s only 2.5 volts !
Capacity of lithium 10440 is pretty small and I hate AAA battery powered lights even 14500 I have a neco one with 14500 3.7 li-ion only 600mAh I have seen some Vapcell 14500 cells over 1000 so maybe light use OK included cell very light to light use best overall cell is 18650 protected Panasonic or Molicel battery yes flashlight using that are larger but there are some well designed and fairly compact considering size of battery used. I like for budget quality lights in the 50 to 100 range Nitecore flashlights are good other than the Srt-7GT with dial ring that surround the body just below the head mine died after a couple years on high faint flickering from led but I used it decent not super heavy use but I probably used dial too much causing premature failure.
Very well done...thank you for taking the time and effort to produce quality videos with great and useful information.
Yes, I am making the aluminum Lan-apple.
!!!!!! For real!!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳 519A ?!?!
So after almost 3 years of EDCing a Lumintop Tool AA, I finally lost it ☹ That has been pretty much a perfect light for me, and I was just about to order a new one when I thought, let me check out what my man Dominic has to say. Cool that you had it at #4 but now I think the Sofirn SP10 PRO will be its replacement. Thanks much for the vid 👍
In this size my favourite light is the Lumintop Tool AA on 14500 li-ion.
Have you looked at the Wurkkos TS10? I'm interested in your thoughts on that one. Personally looking at getting the brass variant while it's on the Black Friday sale. This is a great line up of lights, and a great compilation video, I appreciate your efforts making it.
I did a review of it actually. It's very good.
@@maxlvledc Ok. I just watched it, and realized it's not in this list because it can't take a normal AA battery. Shame but it looks like it's still a fit for me, so that's fine. (I have a brass F3WA but wanted the same thing in a slightly smaller package.) Great video too. Cheers mate, I really appreciate your responses. Keep up the great work, loving the channel.
They’re AMAZING lights. I have 4!
Amazing job!! This was great and I appreciate your hard work and effort to educate your viewers.
Your knowledge is amazing and I love your channel.
This is Alan,GREETINGS from Riverside in Southern California.
Thank you very much!
Great list. I would love to see some 55 day testing if you are will to put a fresh battery and let it sit on the shelf. Would make a good RUclips video to a battle of the moonlight modes. I know my Zebra SC53c N will go for at least 16 days on it's lowest (0.2 lumens? maybe???). But never drained it entirely because I use it too often. You could be the our guide in the dark on this issue.
Nice timing, I needed this video! 🤓👍
Well dang it now I definitely have to pick up an SP10 PRO and put it up against my Fenix RC05SE and see how bad the Sofirn beats the Fenix. Might actually have to pick up a Lumintop EO5C as well as I really like the dual lighting option on that light. Thanks for another great vid Maxlvledc👍
Thank you for your detailed list. I have liked made a comment & subscribed.
Great list esp for people who aren't obsessed with lights and don't want to learn all the ins and outs of drivers, UIs, LEDs, etc. I LOVE My SP10 Pro, esp for the price they are asking, but the button is a bit proud and I often push it in my pocket. Also, I wish the fit and finish was a little bit better (I have the SP36 Pro which is much better machining so I know they can do it). For those reasons I'd prob lean toward the M150v3 PERSONALLY, but its close!
You can program it to lock out automatically after 1 minute AND you can then program the 2 momentary outputs while it's in lockout..game changer imo
@@maxlvledc ANDURIL, FLAME OF THE WEST. Guess I'm digging into the UI tonight! I'll see if you have a vid on it...
Ya for the price I'm thinking of replacing a beloved 5 year edc Fenix light the RC05SE. The SP10 PRO is brighter has a way better user interface and even though I'm pretty careful with my lights it's nice to know if my daily beater gets lost or damaged I'd don't have to pony up so much moolah for a replacement. Kinda do wish it had a rubber tailswitch though.
Thank you 💟
I wish you didn't limit it to under $50.00. I almost never consider price when I buy stuff because long after the money is gone or any savings have been spent on something else, I'm still loving my gear or not. Also, I would never consider an EDC flashlight without a red beam. My current light is the Nitecore MT10A and the only reason I'm looking at others is I really don't like the switches on the side and wish it had an adjustable beam.
Why nobody put Manker E05 II in their top 10 aa list? Is it not worth it?
Rey launched an aluminium LANapple today!
What?!?!?!
On my way meow!
Where would you put Zebralight if there was a $100 limit?
Any feedback on the Fenix E12 3.0?
It's barely an improvement at all...they didn't even bother to make a better clip.
Great video love that you put all the time into it. Have you ever checked out the Thrunite archer pro 1100 lumens. It is a 14500!battery with great run times. Might have been to new for this list.
It's not actually. I don't believe you can remove the battery. And it can't use an AA soooo. I'm also not a big fan of the button, it was way way to easy to accidentally turn on.
@@maxlvledc I know for a fact that you can remove the battery info it. Not sure if it can use a aa though. Never tried it. You are defiantly right about the button. So easy to turn on in pocket. But for the linen output for its size and the 14500 battery comes with it. It is a great option. Highly recommend you trying it out now that they have the neutral white one. Great light.
Thanks for the excellent comparison. I really like the idea behind the Lumintop E05C. Most unfortunately cant find it on Ali. Any idea if it is discontinued or just sold out?
Will you try the Mankerlight E05 II?
I think it was discontinued. Cant really find it.
@@maxlvledc The ver.II just released on December 2023. Maybe you can get one recently.
He doesn't tell the lumens... ugh😢
Does it really matter? None of these will ever be used for throw, they are short working distance lights. For such use case scenarios, even spread, comfortable lighting with good CRI are greater priorities than lumens. Each of these flashlights already has far higher lumens than needed for close distance activities.
Hi! I am searching for a AA flashlight that works longer with a simple alkaline battery. I have a Fenix LD09 and want something better in the same size and a tail button, so what to choose? A runtime around 15-20 hours in a low, around 15 lumen mode will be OK. Thanks!
I5R so far has best runtime for normal Alkaline.
@@maxlvledc Thanks!
Really, no Wurrkos TS10???
Can't use aa.
I don't suppose you could recommend a flashlight that only has one mode, ie just on/off, cycling through multiple modes just irritates me...
Whats with this guy obsessing about flashlight being able to take in different batteries? It takes lithium? It charges with usb-c? Oh Thats not enough it has to take in some ancient lead battery inside and I am disquilifying you even if you would have best runtime, best tint, best build, smallest... NOBODY CARES ABOUT FUEL, everyone charges their phone.. taking or not taking different batteries types is a fucking 19th point of a minor plus or con, not the decider.
/edit - ok after months in flashlight world, you want non chargable lithium ones so you can put them somewhere and they work 8 years later. While rechargible li-io wont have charge after 2 years
Personally, the flood output on the lumintop edc aa is a feature I love. I use a small light like this mostly for finding things in and around buildings and cars. The even light makes that easier than a dazzling hot spot. I carry a separate light for throw when I’m outdoors. Great video and list.
Thanks for doing all the work you have done in compiling this top ten list. My top three that I find myself carrying the most are the Lumintop tool AA 2.0 with the Nichia led, the Eagtac D25A and, one that didn’t make your list, probably because of price, is the Eagtac D3 Titanium with an SST20 led. I do also like the Sofrin sp10, but I definitely prefer a tail switch more than a side switch flashlight. Thanks again for all you do for the edc community.
I also have the lumintop and the sofirn. I carry the lumintop everyday, I like the sofirn but like you prefer a tail switch. The side buttons always get unintentionally bumped in my pocket.
I would appreciate if you’re going to give the prices of one light would you be able to give the prices of every light every time because I am trying to determine whether or not it is worth it, but some you describe all the way with the pricing and some are you describe without the pricing‘s.
the only problem with sofirn is u can't just buy 1 or 2, you end up buying 6+ with 0 hesitation
I have 2 off of this list. The Olight I5R and the Acebeam Pokelit AA. I bought the Acebeam off of the review you did on it and I'm happy I listened to you. I tend to carry it a little more than my other pocket lights. I funny thing about the I5R is I didn't even notice the battery is a 2.4v. I just pull it out and charge it as needed without even looking. I feel kind of oblivious now... lol. Sofrin is really offering a great product at an amazing price, I bought the IF22A and that thing throws some light for such a small package for around $40 (also on your recommendation). Thanks for doing what you do.
I like i5r and pokelit equally, both are in my daily rotation.
The Lumintop clip is definitely the one big thing I hate about it. That and the switch is a little too soft so you can end up accidentally bumping it and cycling modes when you don't want.
But I don't think anything beats it for portability and output for the price.
Great video man! Thanks for putting this out there!
Just a suggestion for your future videos on any lights you might come across :)
I would absolutely love it if you could film each flashlight consistently lol. I’d love to see what each beam looks like before I even consider it. I saw you light up the Pokelit but never saw anything else light up lol. It’s cool that you show off the light close up, but without any of the functions being shown, it’s more about aesthetics at that point.
Also, you missed on the Lumintop Tool AA where the tail switch actually glows when not being used. I think that’s a huge dealbreaker for some people, especially knowing that it’s putting a drain on your battery when not in use lol. It also comes with a diffuser and it tail stands. I’d love to hear those features being mentioned in your review :) I think it can add to the “value” rating for your selections.
Lastly, you commented on how the Pokelit doesn’t perform that well on standard AA batteries, but I never heard that being mentioned on any other light which I think is unfair to Acebeam. You talked about CRI at the beginning of your video but I think that’s also something worth mentioning when talking about lights. Every review will be subjective to some degree, but adding these talking points to your reviews helps to make it as fact filled as possible :)
Don’t mean to nitpick here, just wanted to throw that out there. Love your channel and what you do!
Beware I have had three Streamlight protac 1L 1AA lights. All of the tailcaps will fail in months. Mechanically feels good when clicking but just fails. It cannot be fixed or replaced, you just have to buy a whole new flashlight.
Honestly I have used a lot of these, and none of them compares favorably to the Trustfire L2 (1000 lumen turbo, simple on off, twist head for 100 lumen low power mode)
Almost all these modern lights have a terrible UI with WAY too many settings and functions for defensive/CCW/EDC use.
Of the ones on your list, I think the Eagletac D25A is the best option, but sadly the tailswitch on mine died after several years of use, so mine is a paperweight now.
As far as the Convoy T3 goes, you can swap the clip out for the screw-on one intended for the S2+ as well as several other models. I can confirm it fits, as I have one on my T3. It's more sturdy, and is slightly deeper carry. Unfortunately, just like the stock clip, it isn't two way
Which emitter would you recommend with the T3?
@@shamusmcinky4882 I'm personally quite fond of a 519a 2700k dedomed in these. With the dedome, they come out to about 2200k
@@cronglBest warm flashlight LED for not keeping yourself up at night. I would say the 4500k, or better yet dedome 5700k (which makes 4300k) is the best 519a for most people. I prefer a 3500k for general use, though. 4500k 519a dedomed is my favorite. A peachy white.
@@shamusmcinky4882 519a 4500k for you probably.
Huge 1L-1AA fan! FYI the aaa doesn’t need to be wrapped in anything. A little jostling and it works fine. I do wish it would house a 16340 and 14500. I’ve run those for a hot minute ( pun intended lol) but they’re not advised.
With the aa the lumens is a nice 150 for a good few hours. That’s a very nice output imo and noticeably higher that the low mode of 40lm.
Just a tough cool light.
Tool aa 2.0 is a fave too. So light weight and bright. Clip is a tad flush but runs fine on a hat brim. Then you can opt for a twisty magnetic tail too.
I just wish it has a true low mode...like 5 LM, the 40 is still 900cd!
@@maxlvledc The 40lm is actually 720cd. I get what you’re saying, but this is that sweet spot between an EDC and a more professional utility light. Too bad it doesn’t tail stand too.
I've been carrying the Thrunite Archer 1A for years now. It can take a 14500 or AA. It takes a beating, lasts a long time, and always works. Only downside is thrunite discontinued it to move more towards rechargeable. But you can still find them on the secondary market under $50.
Can this version operated with 3.7v b
@@seringgit20sen9 I have a 14500 in it now, but it's a 1.5v version. As far as I know, it will work with the 3.7 as well and have a higher output.
Where can i find one?
best EDC channel on youtube bar none!!
I do have the EDC05C and SP10v3 as my two primary lights they are hard to beat for AA. However, whenever I look for the E05C online I can never find it in stock anywhere
I know, I hesitated even putting it on the list..but it's far better than past gen.
If I can add one requirement.
Must have "protected" on off switch.
I've found a dead flashlight in my pocket so many times!
Right now Reylight Pineapple Mini Titanium Frag is 49 and the aluminum copper is 39 as is the aluminum in 4 colors. Always something on sale.
Any recommendations for a flashlight the size of the Sofirn SP10 Pro (specially width) but with a tail switch?
Rechargeable AA have capacity over 2000 mAh. Aren't they a better option than 14500? I have a batch of new ones reaching 2500 mAh.
Can anyone tell me flashlight which has max. lumens 150, but runtime on high mode will min. 10 hours, and with 2 or 3 mode.
I will thankful if anyone give me a sign.
Y'man get THE 👇 Klarus XT1A on your radar. Multiple fuel source, outdoor and tactical modes, great output modes, solid build quality, £50 in the UK. A sterling option.
It's Discontinued, it was on my list but I talked to the rep about it.
Acebeam ryder rx is a dope flashlight. I feel like gear should have personality and style as well as function. Sad thing is I lost it, the clip doesn't bite enough, and it slipped out of my pocket
I’m surprised there wasn’t a commercial between every light,smh.
Why would there be?
I have the SP10 Pro, its nice but the side switch is too proud and keeps turning on in my pocket. I refuse to manual lockout or e-lockout everytime I use it.. I ended up giving it away and the M150 V3 519A is my new EDC.
You can do an auto lockout at 1 min and then program. The 2 lockout modes (I have one low, and one turbo)
Great video love the channel. So much information. I would like to see when you do flashlights thst you focus more time on flood vs throw for each light. Besides that awesome video.
Aku menyimak videomu aku sangat tertarik pd senter yg kamu miliki.. Apakah aku dapat memiliki salah satu koleksi senter u secara gratis🥹
Sofirn did make a 14500 rear tail switch, sp14 I have 2 I think
i am so happy that the top one is the sofirn. i have that sp10 pro the red color...this review of yours is the legit.. good luck and have anice day..
how is the tension on the SOFIRN SP10 PRO pocket clip? is it tight enough?
the eagtac has been my go to for a couple years now, what I love about it is the light gets dimmer as the battery dies down instead of just suddenly not working like other lights.
another good light is acebeam m10
Really helpful. I would like to see a similar comparison off the best 18650 flashligths with usb c charging port. Thanks!
Sooon....
The Tool AA 2.0 is almost exactly the SP10Pro but with a tailswitch. The have almost identical specs. How's the Sofirn better?
no anduril, moonlight is wayyyyy too bright, no stepless ramping
I have had an i5R on my 12 gauge semi auto for a couple years now, it is holding up great even with hundreds of magnum loads.
How did you mount it?
Super nice idea and super nice test and review .. thank you from italy
What about not so known Nicron N7 / B74? Magnet, head that turns to 90⁰ Alkaline, NiMh or Li-ion... And not to expensive...
This is an outstanding car or toolbox flashlight (I have three), but is a little large for the pocket.
Also not ipx7, it's ipx4
@@maxlvledc It might be upgraded then; the listing shows ip65 now. Still isn't your ipx7 minimum.
Love your RUclips shorts & all your knowledge on EDC items! Keep doing what you love
Pokelit is super impressive for a cheap light with good output. So good I gave it to my Dad because it's simple and super functional. I had an EDC05C and I liked everything about it except the UI. The E05C UI looks similar. I agree USB-C would have been ideal.
I mean 550 lumens is just not a "very high output" in 2023. It's actually really weak compared to several competitors.
You missed the Manker E03H II. Hard to still find a reason to get these straight flashlights, all in this video.
Acebeam tac aa is a beast fpr the same price as pocelite and tool aa
You can use a 14500 in the streamlight Protac but the low then is as bright as high. The 14500 must have the normal length of 50mm. Many are a bit long up to 52mm. They dont work. 16340 the same. So if you want to use only high and strobe its no problem. Also there is a RCR123 from Keeppower that has only 3V. With this you have the full 350l and the regular low.
If you use 14500s in the protac it will burn it out quickly..be careful
@@maxlvledc It didnt yet and I have seen some comments from others who also do it without any problems.The only Problem is with the low. But the best way is to use one of these 3V RCR123.
I5t eos StarDust and Lumintop GTA are mine. I also own 2 Fenixes with dedicated li-ion or 2 and 4 AA. And a LedLenser P5r with 14500 only. Only toys, my fav is a warm white Olight Baton 3 Pro Max.
No Olight? Or Nightcores besides I5
Why are most 14500 lights putting the usb port on the battery and not the light? It would be much better with on board charging. Another complaint I have is that they're not even reaching 1000 lumens. There are lights using a 16340 battery that put out 1300 lumens. Why can't they do this with 14500?
Bad news.....only 2 of these are still available.
You may want to check out the Lumintop AA 15. It's less than 3 inches long!!! Also, on the Lumintop AA 2.0 you didn't mention its best feature!!!! The switch is lighted so you can always find it in the dark!!! I LOVE that feature.
My acebeam flickers with various batteries, the switch seems to be faulty after two months of edc. Ill stick with streamlight moving forward.
Why don't more AA/AAA flashlights have an E Switch interface like the Skilhunt M150? After carrying/using 16340/18650 cell flashlights for the better part of a decade, I find many of these click/click again or twist/twist again interfaces to be primitive and lack the finesse of coming in on ultra-low or turbo or memory.
But how good can I cut some sandwiches with it?
Thanks great rewiev. I Have try to find Lumintop E05C but they dont sell any More, do any one know is there on the market somilar where you can but double anbatery and works
Very good review 🙂
I have a similar Lumitop AA, not the version "2.0", apparently the predecessor, but it has always had a bad connection somewhere. So when i fails I have to tighten the tailcap even more firm and then it's OK again for some time. This keeps me from buying Lumitop again !
I have a AAA lumitop as weel and its OK every time.
Kind regards 🙂
Outstanding video, and an interesting analyses of these flashlights. I don't think I've tested 25 different single AA models, but I've gone through a lot more than I carry, and included a few with other cell types in my testing.
I agree about the Protac IL-1AA not making the cut. Its output with 1.2V cells did not impress me at all.
I did not test the Lumintop EDC01 as I could see it was missing features I wanted.
The Lumintop Tool AA is one of my EDC lights. It comes with a silicone diffuser, AND it tail-stands, giving it high marks for versatility since it is also an area light. I am awaiting the AAA version of this light, but I'm getting mixed messages about it working with a 3.7V 10440 cell; I helieve it does not.
Although I carried it for months, the Olight i5R's proprietary battery ultimately cost it it's spot. It was replaced by the Pokelit AA on the merits of that one's universal fuel and similar brightness.
#1 for me too (you probably suspected this from some of my past comments) is the Sofirn SP10 Pro, also including a silicone diffuser AND a magnetic tail-cap.
Another one that did not make the EDC cut, but is in multiple tool bags and in the car, is the Nicron N7. It's a little big for EDC, but the magnetic tail-cap and aimable head make this an excellent choice for minor repair jobs in dark places.
Unfortunately, the Lumintop E05C is sold out; I suspect I'd really like that one.
It's sooo sad..because it's soooo good. The e05c will get a review as soon as its in stock.
Love my Nicron N7 !
I cary on keys Lumitop AAA Tool for 4 ares and its small and has max 130Lumens ,50,5 lumens i rely like it. Also its.beng up with keys almost there is no paint on her but ewry thing is good.
Do you use the vapcell 3000mah 10a batteries in the sp10 pro? (You talked about them when discussing the i5r light) I'm totally addicted to these budget lights. I really wanna get into rechargeable batteries and I wanna basically take your word for it. Thanks for everything!! * Edit* what's a decent charger? You mentioned one or some in another video but that's a lot of digging and waiting haha
Not sure if I'd get another streamlight. My protac wouldn't stay on if it got even the lightest bump or jostle. Then I have to wave it around to get it to work again. Light consistently flickering. Crap.
Agreed with the tool AA. Lost my E2A, gave away my pokelite(stupid name) and got the tool AA. Love the light hate the clip!
Damn it. I didn't need another flashlight, but now that I know of the existence of that Acebeam Rider I must have it. Thanks a lot... (Good video)
Which Flashlight would you recommend that has a good spread? I drive a box truck with no cargo lights. Looking into the sofirn sc32, but not sure how the spread is. I have the tool aa. I like having a tailight switch but not a fan of no moonlight and it doesnt remember the setting. Thought about the edc aa as well bc of the honeycomb lens. Thanks in Advance, Dominic.
Well you got your wish. Rey released the LanApple in aluminum! They're 40$ from Rey, and 45$ from Killzone.
Thank you! My favorite AA/14500 is Soshine TC3 - 300lm (on 3.7V) and it is zoomie (what I appreciate the most). The price is five bucks.
My wife loves her EagleTac AA in TI, tail stands, tail switch, and very low/low power. Hers works perfect for like 15 years...
My user lights are all cr123a. For me it makes sense, cause the batts will not leak. I have some over 12 years old, and they are fine, estimate they still have 80% power. My wife uses AA so I have two good ones, Eagle and one I cannot remember the name. Anyway, they are good lights, get batts almost anywhere if needed, and easy to replace in the dark. I make her carry an extra AA batt in her purse, (as if one could find it in there)! I think every size has a place in todays world...I do carry a AAA light from Prometheus!
High CRI< higher output for the human eye seeing color. For pictures use high CRI, for yourself, brightness is superior
They’re all crap. Don’t buy a AA flashlight.
Yes master. 😁
thank you x10 for your Top 10. 🙂
I love channels like this where I can nerd out on dumb man things. My grandpa would of loved this reminds me of all the millions pens, knives, and tools I used to go through when running around his shop.
I have the sofirn, completely agree about the tail switch could do with simple ui version too.
Olight Baton 3 Pro, 1500 lm gives "120 days" in Moonlight mode! 🤗
i own a Pokelit AA Grey (1000lumens!) fantastic...
Thanks for the reviews. Ordered the SP10 Pro w/tailcap and diffuser using your link. There is also an additional 25% coupon on the page right now, net price $17.01!
I carry the Lumintop AA tool 2.0. *Zero complaints.* It can use one lithium, USB-rechargeable 14500 or a single AA battery. It's very small. Has multiple light levels up to 600 or 700 lumens. It's priced right. Well, one complaint: I wish that it had a deep pocket clip that perhaps also clipped to bill of ball cap. Otherwise, it's exactly what I want for EDC.
they just came out with a V2 btw.
@@maxlvledc do you have a link? I tried looking for it.
@@maxlvledc u have link for that v2?im interested
I just got a hanks light d4k and it’s been in my pocket the most, but before that I www carrying the pineapple quite a bit. I love that light even if I’m use to higher outputs. I also carried the FWAA a lot too even though you can’t use a AA with it.
Your LAN looks awesome. Great looking light! Definitely would love to get one eventually. Same goes with a copper Tool AA.
Also an illuminated tail switch with 14500. It’s great, except for the clip… although I prefer a leather slip for this size anyway.
I have the Olight because I went over brand with my torches after going through so many of them.
I will use this list to purchase Xmas presents for friends, first being a Lumintop E05C for the mate that has a head light but keeps asking to borrow a pencil light.
Fenix LD12 is good as well. It's over 50$ range but good.
No loop gear sk03?