Rating of the best flashlights

Flashlights - a useful, convenient invention, the need for which does not disappear day by day. The variety of models is amazing - the best flashlights, keychains, headlamps, working from the cigarette lighter, under water, rechargeable, from the mains, different in power, in range of light, etc. It’s hard to choose the right one, each model serves for specific purposes.

The article provides ratings of flashlights for various needs that will help make a choice among the proposed variety.

What are they for?

The scope of flashlights is huge.

Here are some examples:

• In case of emergency power outage.
• Trinkets with flashlights will help you find the keys in the dark entrance, highlight the keyhole, find the lost item.
• In hiking trips.
• When repairing cars, if you need to highlight some detail.
• Headlamps are an indispensable attribute of miners.

There are a great many models, among which everyone, whether it is a tourist, a fisherman, a miner, a driver, a mechanic or just an amateur, will be able to choose the most suitable for him.

Existing species

Lanterns are divided into the following types:

• For professional use.
• Universal purpose.
• Tourist.
• Pocket.
• Forehead.

Species differ not only in size, shape, but also in the time of luminescence, light intensity, and light flux.

The main parameter is the light intensity

The parameters that must be considered when choosing a flashlight are shown in the table.

The best manufacturers of specialized flashlights

Sururefire

An American company that has been operating since 1979 and produces lights for various purposes. There is no reason to doubt the reliability and durability of their products, since its products are used by police and military.

Excellent headlights, versatile, compact lights, can cause admiration not only for amateurs, but also for professionals.

The downside is high price, specialized bias (power structures). Plus - high-quality materials, excellent assembly, reliable components.

Proven Reliability

Eagletac

A young American manufacturer of streetlights who created a large number of models. High strength, indestructibility, high brightness, power more than 2000lm, can illuminate up to 300m.

The manufacturer pays close attention to the assembly of models, their components, as a result, the lights can withstand heavy loads.

Advantages:

• brightness with small dimensions;
• high degree of dust and moisture protection;
• Warranty for the entire time of use (which is not agreed upon by the Russian representatives of this company).

Cons: narrow focus.

Top station wagon manufacturers

Light

Olight offers a wide range of models that differ in purpose, functional range. Simple in appearance products with great functionality.

Built-in LEDs “Cree” have microprocessor control, effectively illuminate, consuming a minimum of charge.

Compact lights have several control modes that can be switched at the touch of a button: short, double, long press. In addition to this, some models are equipped with a diffuser, which is convenient to use when hiking, instead of a chandelier.

Special tips (red) are sold to the lights so that you can give a light signal.

Small compact models give out a luminous flux of 400lm lasting 1 hour. Large lights - up to 25000lm.

Pros:

• moisture protection;
• use of modern technology;
• energy efficient models.

Minus: high price.

Quality components, raw materials

Led lenser

The owner of the company is the world famous Leatherman, who has earned a name for himself by using high-quality materials, components, an unusual structural design, and durability of products.

LED lights of their production are made with high quality at an affordable price.

The peculiarity of their lamps is a series of lens products having an unusual light distribution and brightness.

The manufacturer offers hunters underbarrel flashlights with gold-plated contacts, which are not afraid of oxidation.

Advantages:

• a large number of models;
• for different needs;
• affordable price.

Disadvantages: production is located in China, which affects the quality of workmanship.

Fenix

A Chinese manufacturer who can argue with well-known world lamp companies. The optimal price-quality ratio.

Models for every taste - from trinkets to RC40 (a powerful search engine), there are sealed products for divers, tourist head-mounted.

Everything is taken into account in Fenix ​​products: quality, brightness, economical battery consumption, light range, low weight, and price.

Under-barrel lights can easily be converted to manual.

Pros:

• high-quality components;
• high build level;
• large selection of models.

Cons: a sharp jump in prices.

LED Flashlights

Metabo 657002000

Metabo 657002000 is suitable for continuous wear. A strap is included in the kit so that it can be worn on the hand.

Battery Operated AA. Continuous work time - 3 hours.

Parameters:

• Luminous flux - 100lm;
• The number of modes - 1;
• Moisture protection - no;
• Lighting distance - 100m;
• Weight - 140g.;
• LxWxH - 163x88x35mm.

Price - 530 rubles.

Distinctive feature - design

Elektrostandard FLS01-29-7W 300m BK Black Discoverer 7 a026117

Specifications:

• Luminous flux - 300lm;
• Batteries D;
• IP64 protection;
• Modes of operation - 2;
• Lighting time - 25 hours;
• Provides protection against moisture;
• Case made of aluminum;
• Illuminated distance - 300m;
• Weight - 377g.;
• There is no protection against mechanical stress;
• Overall dimensions: 350x125x60mm.

Price - 1325 rub.

POLICE 1880000w H-611

It works in 5 light modes: high, medium, low, strobe, SOS.

Scaling up to 2000x., Scattering angle change. It is charged from the power supply network 220V or the cigarette lighter in the car.

The reinforced aluminum housing is resistant to mechanical damage.

Price: 2000 rub.

Headlamps

Metabo 657003000

Metabo 657003000 has an adjustable strap, thanks to which it can be adjusted to any head size. Bright light is provided by the LED. There is a tilt function. The model is regulated by illumination in 3 modes.

Description:

• Batteries - 3pcs. AAA;
• Luminous flux - 160lm;
• Plastic case;
• The maximum continuous operation time is 5 hours;
• There is no protection against moisture;
• The illuminated distance is 150m;
• Weight - 290g.

Price - 720 rubles.

Convenient, reliable flashlight

Q-19 (HL-019 T6)

Main parameters:

• LED lightening;
• Voltage - 3.7V;
• The ability to zoom;
• Operating modes - 3;
• Weight - 240g.;
• Dimensions - 35x40x40mm;
• The kit includes 2 sets of batteries, a charger from the 220V network, a car cigarette lighter.

Price - 950 rub.

BRIGHT BEAM YLP "PANDA 3" CREE XP-L HI + XP-G3 max. 1100lm, IPX8

Description:

• The lamp has 5 operating modes, brightness for one or two diodes;
• Built-in LED elements;
• Luminous flux - 1100lm;
• Operating modes of the main light - 24;
• The maximum mode is quickly turned on;
• Built-in battery warning indicator;
• Overheat protection;
• Equipped with a removable magnet, allowing you to mount the lamp on a metal surface;
• Moisture protection;
• Product weight - 62g (without mounting, batteries);
• Dimensions - 79x32.5mm.

Price - 2925rub.

Flashlights for fishing, diving

Flashlight for diving in the case Ultra Fire HL-W3-1

The model is suitable for lighting a space under water. It is used not only for diving, but also for spearfishing. Withstands immersion up to 25m.

The plastic case sealed with rubber rings ensures complete tightness.

Parameters:

• Material - plastic, aluminum, rubber;
• Dimensions - 12.5x4 cm;
• Permitted depth - no more than 25m;
• The kit includes: mains charger, battery, attachment, adjustable drawstring.

Price - 900 rubles.

Immersion Depth - 25 m

Headlamp for hunting and fishing Bailong BL-2199-2

Powered by 2 3.7V batteries, included.

Specifications:

• Protected against moisture;
• Brightness - 2200lm .;
• Built-in LEDs - 3pcs.;
• Zoom
• Glow distance - 550m .;
• White color;
• 4 operating modes;
• Weight - 200g.

Price - 1400 rub.

Rechargeable Flashlights

LY-826-B

Parameters:

• Rechargeable type;
• Powered by battery, 220V;
• LED - 25pcs. (15 + 10);
• Duration of work - 100000 hours;
• Built-in charge indicator;
• Luminous flux - 200lm;
• Charging is enough for 12 hours;
• Range - 200m.;
• Plastic case;
• 340g.

The price is 350 rubles.

Metabo PowerMaxx TLA LED 606213000

Pocket model for bright lighting.

Description:

• Compact size;
• The maximum luminous flux - 210lm;
• Maximum working time - up to 19 hours;
• 130g

Price - 2250 rub.

Recognizable shape, robust design

Rechargeable Flashlight FA-8103 T6

Wear-resistant aluminum case, small overall dimensions allow you to take it with you for a walk, fishing, hunting.

Specifications:

• LEDs
• Service life - 100000 hours;
• 2000lm;
• Glass lens;
• On / off button located on the back of the end surface;
• Depth of immersion - no more than 1m;
• Glow range - 350m .;
• 5 operating modes;
• Work from 3 AAA batteries.

Price - 1400 rub.

Flashlights for bicycles

BRIGHT BEAM V-100 LED 3W

The product has a reliable mount on the bike handlebar. A special lens well illuminates all bumps on the road in the dark. The strobe mode helps a safe ride.

Description:

• Food - AAA 3pcs.;
• Luminous flux - 100lm;
• Continuous work for 2 hours;
• There is protection against moisture, mechanical stress;
• Plastic case;
• 160 g .;
• 14x45x225mm.

Price - 585 rubles.

Russian-made flashlight

CUBE Front Light PRO25

Professional LED flashlight that provides good road lighting at any time of the day.

2200 rub.

Rapidx

The compact RapidX bicycle with built-in battery, elastic silicone mount, and LED lighting will illuminate the path for the cyclist. It has 4 operating modes.

The maximum brightness of the lighting is 50lm.

Overall dimensions: 75x30x20mm.

Weight - 15g.

450 rub.

Flashlights for hunting

Barrel-mounted tactical diode diode FA-Q1013-T6

Parameters:

• Power - 9000W;
• Range - 2000m;
• There is a beam focusing;
• With remote button 3 operation modes;
• Metal case;
• The strengthened protection against moisture, dust, mechanical influences;
• 177g;
• The case is black.

Price - 1420 rubles.

Tactical flashlight for hunting

Q-8381-T6 by Light Land

Has a mount on the gun, remote button, LED light, zoom. The main advantage of the Light Land lamps is economy, bright lighting, durability, and reliable construction.

1050 rub.

Armytek Predator v3 XP-L HI

The device has a warm light of 1150lm.

Parameters:

• Case made of aviation aluminum alloy;
• 10 operating modes;
• IP68;
• Range - 424m;
• Dimensions: 154x41x25.4mm;
• 135g;
• Manufacturer's warranty - 10l;
• Manufacturer - Canada.

Price - 4600 rubles.

The best hand-held compact flashlights

Pocket GARWIN GL-A86

A flashlight comes in handy anywhere. It can be used as a backlight. You can fix the flashlight with a magnet, a belt clip included in the package.

Advantages:

• Durable plastic case;
• Polycarbonate lens;
• One 5 mm diode;
• There is protection against dust, moisture;
• IP45;
• Service life - 40,000 hours;
• Work - 4 hours;
• Luminous flux - 80lm;
• 250g

Price - 1650 rub.

Pocket Highlighter

Scangrip MATCHPEN

LED flashlight in the form of a pen - is an indispensable tool, an assistant in unforeseen situations. It will help identify microcracks, scratches on the car.

The glass lens is resistant to mechanical stress.

Features:

• Light-emitting diode;
• Illumination - up to 4000 lux per 0.5m;
• Luminous flux - 100lm;
• Time of continuous work - 2 hours;
• Beam angle - up to 70⁰.

Price - 3160 rubles.

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YAGE YG-337C

The battery is lithium-ion, the kit includes a USB cable that allows you to charge the flashlight from a laptop, computer, power bank. Operating time - 60min. Operating modes - 5. Glow distance up to 500m, brightness up to 1000lm.

Plastic lens, aluminum housing.

Price - 988 rubles.

Convoy S2 +

High-quality assembly is a plus of this model. Just understands. To recharge, you need a lithium-ion battery. The lens is plastic.

The built-in memory function allows the device to remember the last mode before turning it off.

The disadvantage is strong heating of the case during long work, as a result of quick discharge.

Price - 1015 rubles.

The description of the models in the ranking of the best flashlights is not an advertisement, but is only informative in order to improve the reader's awareness.

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How to choose a good flashlight

To choose a good flashlight, you need to pay attention to the following indicators:

• Build quality, materials used;
• Number of operating modes;
• Luminous flux;
• Lighting Range
• Protection against dust, moisture, mechanical stress;
• Convenience in carrying, application;
• Country of origin;
• Customer reviews.

A good purchase will please the owner for a long time with reliable work.