Category: Lights

Regular readers know of my love for the Streamlight ProTac 1AAA flashlight. I’ve carried it daily for about two years now and absolutely love it. I use it just about every single day and the battery lasts me about 4-5 months. On a whim, I picked up this UltraTac K18 light after seeing it among […]

Let me say up front this is easily the brightest flashlight I’ve owned to date. Streamlight claims 2,200 lumens with this bad boy and I have no reason to doubt that. It contains all of that power in a relatively compact size, too. However, all that said, it isn’t without faults. The ProTac HL4 is […]

I really like Streamlight’s products. They are durable, do what they are supposed to do, and often have features you won’t find in other lights. The Super Siege Lantern is a prime example of all of that. The Super Siege is sort of a combination area light, work light, and portable charger all in one. […]

Regular readers here know that I’m a big fan of Streamlight’s products. Every product of theirs I’ve tried has exceeded my expectations and the Stylus Pro 360 is no exception. I previously reviewed the Streamlight Stylus Pro here. I still have that light and use it all the time. What’s the difference between that one […]

The Coast HX5 just might be the answer for those who have been searching for a small yet powerful light for Every Day Carry (EDC). It is compact, uses a commonly found battery, has a long battery life, and will truly light up the night. The HX5 is just four inches long and barely an […]

I have a confession to make. I really like Streamlight’s products. I have yet to test one out that doesn’t exceed all expectations. Plus, the prices aren’t generally crazy high like they are with some other flashlight companies. I’ve seen “tactical” lights out there for a couple hundred bucks or more and they don’t perform […]

The MPOWRED Luci EMRG Solar Lantern requires nothing more than some solar energy and a bit of air to become a great source of light, whether you’re camping or dealing with a power outage. This is an excellent option for families with young children as the lantern is fairly unbreakable. What’s in the box? The […]

Reviewed by Bob Hrodey First Impressions: This is NOT your father’s Ray-O-Vac! Right out of the box two things are apparent: You are dealing with a commercial grade unit that will likely take anything you or nature can give it. It’s heavy! It’s rugged! It’s

From the moment you pick it up, you know the Streamlight Siege AA Lantern means business. Rugged and dependable, this is a valuable addition to any emergency supply cabinet. Looking at the picture above, everywhere you see black on the lantern body is a hard rubber that is very “grippy.” When you pick it up, […]

The Streamlight ProTac 1AAA flashlight just came out a month or two ago and I will tell you right up front, it is my new favorite for an EDC flashlight! It packs a lot of power and features into a rather small package. At about 4 inches long and a hair more than 1/2 inch […]

Some time ago, I reviewed the SunJack Portable Solar Charger. It is an awesome piece of kit so when SunJack offered to send me their new LightStick for review, I couldn’t pass it up! The SunJack LightStick is both flashlight and portable battery bank rolled into one. It has four illumination settings – high, medium, […]

The Nite Ize BugLit is actually a mutant amalgamation of a few different Nite Ize products. They took their popular INOVA mini flashlight and added two of their Gear Ties and an S-Biner to it. The result is a handy light that you can prop up or hang just about anywhere. Very, very cool. The […]

Lighting is always a concern when we talk about power outages. To that end, we preppers stock up on flashlights, headlamps, and batteries by the dozens. In addition to all those high-power LED torches, I also like to use candles, both in an emergency and, well, just because. I like the soft light a candle […]

This is the second Fenix flashlight (or torch, for my friends across the pond) I’ve owned and it has cemented my fondness for the brand. High quality and durable construction appear to be just a matter of course for Fenix. The Fenix E25 is an excellent option for those looking for a reasonably priced yet […]

If for some reason you feel you need a flashlight bright enough to help land airplanes, the Coast HP550 is the way to go.  With 1075 lumens on the high setting, it is just crazy bright! The HP550 is 9.5 inches long and the handle is about 1.5 inches in diameter.  At this size, it […]

The Fenix TK15 flashlight is solid and dependable, as well as rugged enough to put a hurt on someone in a pinch.  It is just a hair less than six inches long and the body is an inch in diameter.  It has a removable notched disk toward the butt end which, combined with the uniquely […]

The Streamlight Stylus Pro is an ideal flashlight for EDC (Every Day Carry) as well as for smaller kits. At a hair more than five inches long, and a touch thicker than a half inch, it isn’t much larger than a stick pen or marker. The on/off for the Streamlight Stylus Pro is a push […]

The Quark Tactical QT2A Flashlight is produced by Foursevens. I could just tell you this is the best flashlight I’ve personally used and leave it at that but I’m sure you’re going to want a bit more information.

I can’t say I’m a true flashlight nut, but I do appreciate having something reliable to light up the night. I’ve owned several Maglites of various sizes, as well as several other name brand and off brand lights. The Maxxeon WorkStar 330 Hunter’s Pocket Floodlight leaves them all in the dark. First Impressions The light […]

For those looking for a reliable and dependable solar powered light for bugging out or sheltering in place, look no further than the improbably named Waka Waka Light. The Waka Waka Light is a nifty little gadget that is invaluable in a survival situation. Too many solar powered lights available today are either dimly lit […]