I’m a Milwaukee fanboi but the price tag on this one makes me want to go to HF for the Braun $20 special. I have the Braun 750 lm puck light and it’s awesome for $24. It’s a no for me, Milwaukee.
For this price tag is a definety a no-no. They don't offer anything more than competitor's lights for half the price. Oh, and they are adding a huge hump on the back of the light... Nope! Milwaukee you can do better!
On your head where ever your eyes are your light is. In a totally dark room any little bit of light is a lot I don't see this being good for HVAC- R work
I’ve gone through 4 or 5 pairs of Snap on neck lamps. The original pair(designed exclusively by EZ-Red). I’ve bought the updated versions of the Snap on neck lamps. Two issues. There are one button per lamp. Battery doesn’t last as long as the original design. The design flaw of the original was sweat would make its way down to the lamp itself and short it out. I like that the Milwaukee has one button to turn on both lamps. However the battery on the back is much larger than the original Snap on design. I’m hoping these will last over time.
Great video. Thank you for your effort. PS. Milwaukee should offer the Neck Light in 6000-6500K color temperature as well. ------------------- Osram has the same style neck light. It is very clever designed with detachable flashlights and it’s 3 times cheaper.
Both use USB-C, the Unilite is much cheaper (at least here in the UK), brightness is similar, the Unilite doesn't have any battery pack (etc) on the rear...
@@WorkshopAddict For the price I paid, there's nothing I don't like about it, but I'd be willing to pay more to have longer battery life and a wireless/magnetic charger similar to Olight's.
You’ve sold me ! I have a few headlamps , one being a Surefire . They are better on helmets , than on the “ bare “ head . I like the neck concept , if you wear button down collar work shirts , it might be pretty wearable . Testify Brother , in re: Flashlight addiction !
I’d take something like that with half the runtime, if it was just designed more compactly so I could fit it in a normal flashlight slot. Like the one I have in my skinth
This flashlight is garbage once you put your hand in front of the item or car engine you're looking at there you get a shadow. You need a light that comes from a different direction so you can see what you're working on you know what I'm saying?
Yes and no. This is a benefit of not having a light follow your eyes line of sight. Light placement is key. This is about comfort. If your hand os over an item, can you see it anyway? I know what you are saying, but IMHO, saying that without trying it is making assumptions.
Totally off topic question but my Milwaukee Rapid Charger’s indicator light isn’t turning green when the battery is fully charged, it’s staying constant red, do you think any damage could be occurring or overcharging???
What's the benefit of a neck light vs a headlamp? I've been seeing these neck things all over in lots of brands. A headlamp follows where you look, and can tilt up and down. And Milwaukee headlamps are pretty good actually. Are the army rangers gonna trade in their headlamps and helmet lamps for a necklight? I doubt it, just sayin
For outdoor use (Army Rangers Or Hunting and Hiking) Headlamps are all it! IMHO, for mechanics, not having a headlamp strapped to you is awesome and I get more dispersed light. It is a comfort factor to me.
@@WorkshopAddict Probably. Was doing some plumbing because my pipes froze and I remembered seeing this video a few months ago. Though it would come in handy in the future. I know it’s not a direct comparison, but out of this and the stick light which would you prefer?
Looks like a great flashlight but nothing earth shattering other than the price 🙂. Great video.
But if it did shatter the earth you couldn't buy it anyway.....
I’m a Milwaukee fanboi but the price tag on this one makes me want to go to HF for the Braun $20 special. I have the Braun 750 lm puck light and it’s awesome for $24. It’s a no for me, Milwaukee.
This thing looks pretty sweet, and many of us have a Flashlight issue I fully accept my addiction. Thank you for a great video
For this price tag is a definety a no-no. They don't offer anything more than competitor's lights for half the price. Oh, and they are adding a huge hump on the back of the light... Nope! Milwaukee you can do better!
I think I will be buying one I can see many uses at work. Thank you for the review
The Harbor Freight one is just as good
I was excited when I bought my first pair of neck lights. Reality and disappointment kicked in real quick.
Talk to me. What don't you like? What did you find out long term?
Really like the idea. Really like Milwaukee. But about $25-50 too much.
Just looking a snap on neck light is $100. Come on Milwaukee!
Thanks for the information and the video.
On your head where ever your eyes are your light is. In a totally dark room any little bit of light is a lot
I don't see this being good for HVAC- R work
Looks bulky... happy to see usb c on it. Thanks for the review
I’ve gone through 4 or 5 pairs of Snap on neck lamps. The original pair(designed exclusively by EZ-Red). I’ve bought the updated versions of the Snap on neck lamps. Two issues. There are one button per lamp. Battery doesn’t last as long as the original design. The design flaw of the original was sweat would make its way down to the lamp itself and short it out. I like that the Milwaukee has one button to turn on both lamps. However the battery on the back is much larger than the original Snap on design. I’m hoping these will last over time.
iv bin watching a bunch of reveiws on it and none go into detail like this video great job
That looks like a stupid idea. When the light is on your head, it’s always pointing where you need it!
A good thing about this is when its wrapped around your neck its pretty hard to lose
Thats amazing a dog collar with lights.
TBH I thought kobalts offering at $40was expensive.
All for basically around the same specs too
Great video. Thank you for your effort.
PS. Milwaukee should offer the Neck Light in 6000-6500K color temperature as well.
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Osram has the same style neck light. It is very clever designed with detachable flashlights and it’s 3 times cheaper.
Have been eyeballing this one, thank you for the review.
I wonder how this compares to the new Unilite necklight (NL-350R) 🤔
Both use USB-C, the Unilite is much cheaper (at least here in the UK), brightness is similar, the Unilite doesn't have any battery pack (etc) on the rear...
I went with the rechargeable Braun 290 lumen neck light from HF for $20, I've been using it at work for about 2 weeks now and fairly happy with it.
You say fairly. What do you not like?
@@WorkshopAddict For the price I paid, there's nothing I don't like about it, but I'd be willing to pay more to have longer battery life and a wireless/magnetic charger similar to Olight's.
You’ve sold me ! I have a few headlamps , one being a Surefire . They are better on helmets , than on the “ bare “ head . I like the neck concept , if you wear button down collar work shirts , it might be pretty wearable . Testify Brother , in re: Flashlight addiction !
I’d take something like that with half the runtime, if it was just designed more compactly so I could fit it in a normal flashlight slot. Like the one I have in my skinth
It's the best idea Milwaukee has with the lights
😎🛠️😎🛠️😎
This flashlight is garbage once you put your hand in front of the item or car engine you're looking at there you get a shadow. You need a light that comes from a different direction so you can see what you're working on you know what I'm saying?
Yes and no. This is a benefit of not having a light follow your eyes line of sight. Light placement is key. This is about comfort. If your hand os over an item, can you see it anyway? I know what you are saying, but IMHO, saying that without trying it is making assumptions.
Totally off topic question but my Milwaukee Rapid Charger’s indicator light isn’t turning green when the battery is fully charged, it’s staying constant red, do you think any damage could be occurring or overcharging???
Google milwaukee e service and send it back. They will get you a new one.
What's the benefit of a neck light vs a headlamp? I've been seeing these neck things all over in lots of brands. A headlamp follows where you look, and can tilt up and down. And Milwaukee headlamps are pretty good actually.
Are the army rangers gonna trade in their headlamps and helmet lamps for a necklight? I doubt it, just sayin
For outdoor use (Army Rangers Or Hunting and Hiking) Headlamps are all it! IMHO, for mechanics, not having a headlamp strapped to you is awesome and I get more dispersed light. It is a comfort factor to me.
Cool I need one
Been trying to get one of these, out of stock at HD and Acme
That is not good. I wonder if they had to make some changes to it?
@@WorkshopAddict Probably. Was doing some plumbing because my pipes froze and I remembered seeing this video a few months ago. Though it would come in handy in the future. I know it’s not a direct comparison, but out of this and the stick light which would you prefer?
i don't know why any Milwaukee tool i considered high quality over other brands a light from harbor freight illuminated same as this junk