THE BEST Flashlights

This stubby little flashlight is small, but mighty, pushing out up to 900 lumens of brightness, while measuring in at 2.36″ long. Its CREE XPL-HI LED offers clean and bright light, and its Neodymium magnetic tail means you can stick it to metal surfaces.

We like to keep a couple of different flashlights around for nighttime illumination – at least one big, superbright one, and a small one that we can toss on a keychain or in our pocket. Everyday Carry is here with 15 great little flashlights that run on a AAA battery, all made from durable materials, with quality LED light sources.

Thanks to its CREE XHP 70.2 P2 LED and a 5000mAh rechargeable battery, Klarus‘ tactical flashlight cranks out up to 4000 lumens of brightness, with a beam reach of over 1000 feet. It’s made from mil-spec hard-anodized aluminum alloy, and is IPX8 waterproof. Measures just 6.34″ long, so it goes anywhere.

Find your way out of the darkest spots with NEBO’s super-bright headlamp. It cranks out up to 1000 lumens in its Turbo setting, and will run up to 4 hours at 450 lumens and 27 hours at 30 lumens. It provides versatility with its 180-degree vertical pivot, and a magnetic base, and durability with its IP66-rated aluminum housing.

Grab a two-pack of bright flashlights for less than 30 bucks. Each of these military-style lights has a lightweight aluminum alloy body, a 500-lumen LED module, and an adjustable zoom lens. Measures appx. 3.7″ long x 1″ diameter and includes a plastic storage box.

Prometheus Lights’ compact flashlight has a reliable and reassuring keychain quick release, and is equipped with a clean, natural light source that produces a 92+ CRI (Color Rendering Index) for optimal image viewing. They come in a variety of metal case colors, as well as a variant with a 635nm red light.

Nitecore’s bright palm-sized flashlight packs four CREE XP-L2 V6 LEDs, and can cast a beam nearly 700 feet long in its 4400-lumen turbo mode. Despite its power, it measures just 4.63″ long, and weighs just 2.82 ounces. It’s IP68 waterproof rated, and includes a USB-C rechargeable 5000mAh battery.

Nitecore’s powerful compact flashlight has a squared-off case to keep it from rolling, and a built in belt clip for easy carrying. It’s got a clean and bright CREE XP_L HD V6 LED, a USB-rechargeable battery, and an OLED display that shows its current mode. It outputs 200 lumens in high mode, but has a 1000 lumen turbo mode for quick bursts.

Olight’s ridiculously over-the-top flashlight cranks out a blinding 25,000 lumens of brightness. It packs in six Cree XHP70.2 LEDs, and runs on a whopping eight 18650 rechargeable batteries. It’ll only run for 3 minutes at its top brightness, but 100 minutes at 6400 lumens, which is more than enough for anything we can think of.

This rugged, pistol-grip flashlight offers up to 1000 lumens of light for up to 6 hours of continuous use, or 100 lumens for 20 hours. It’s got a 7.4V, 18500 lithium-ion rechargeable battery, and an 18-watt LED light source, and is housed in an impact-resistant, waterproof ABS shell that’s designed to float if dropped in water.

This version of Victorinox’s wallet-sized tool kit includes a an emergency blade, scissors, magnifying glass, tweezers, a pen, flat and Philips screwdrivers, a stainless steel pin, a CM and inch rulers, plus a built in LED flashlight. Available in ruby red, sapphire blue, or onyx grey.

Unlike most pocket-sized flashlights, Nitecore’s LA10 provides a soft, even flood light, so you can use it like a portable lantern. It outputs up to 135 lumens from a single AA battery, and has a magnetic tail cap for sticking to a car hood or other metal objects. Need more brightness? Check out the 1000-lumen Nitecore LR12.

This versatile flashlight features a head that can rotate 90º, as well as a heavy duty magnet in its tail. Its 800-lumen LED casts a beam visible up to 670 feet away, and can output red or green in addition to its clean white light. It’s IP65 waterproof and USB rechargeable. Available in black or in a 950-lumen camouflage version.

MecArmy’s X7S is a kit that comes with a 130 lumen flashlight and a refillable lighter. The great thing about the kit is that you can connect the two tools and carry them as one, or you can use them separately, thanks to the included connecting capsule, which doubles as a storage cache.

Acebeam’s chunky handheld flashlight blasts out a retina-burning 32,500 lumens at its top setting. It’s machined from aircraft-grade aluminum, waterproof to IPX8 standards, and has a built in tripod mount. It’s so powerful at its highest settings that you need to wear gloves to protect from the heat it throws off.

This pocket flashlight from Lumintop may be small, but it’s mighty. Its triple Cree XPL-HI LED can kick out up to 2800 lumens when used with an 18650 battery. Its case is made from military-grade anodized aluminum, and it’s been sealed to IP68 waterproof standards. Measures 92.5mm (3.64″) long, and weighs just 53g (1.87 oz.)

Specode’s elegant keychain flashlight resembles a chunky dog tag, and is made from real brass. It packs a 60-lumen CREE XP-G2 LED light source, and is rechargeable via its MicroUSB port. Also available in aluminum.

Streamlight’s clever key-shaped flashlight is perfect for eyeing locks in the dark, or for illuminating other nighttime tasks. It’s got a clean white 35-lumen LED light source, is weather resistant, and has a USB-rechargeable battery built-in.

Despite being just 2.7″ long, this pocket-size flashlight manages to crank out an impressive 1500 lumens in its maximum power mode. It has a CREE XHP50 LED light source, Firefly, Turbo, Strobe, and stepless dimming modes, and recharges via a USB cable. Available in neutral white or cool white LED color temperatures.

Clore Automotive’s handy work light features COB technology, which ensures a bright and smooth field of illumination. It has a magnetic base with a 180º pivot, and can attach inside of car hoods, stand on its own, or work handheld. Available in 200, 300, 500, and 800 lumen versions, each with a 60 lumen spotlight in front.

One80’s second-gen headlamp uses 16 LEDs to output 360 lumens wherever you aim your face. It weighs just 4oz, including its battery pack, and can run for 3 to 7 hours, depending on brightness. It’s waterproof and dustproof too. Save 26% in The Awesomer Shop for a limited time.

Rather than metal, SureFire’s rugged G2X series flashlight is made from Nitrolon, a lightweight and extremely durable polymer that won’t dent, ding, or crack, and won’t freeze to your skin in cold weather. It has a nice bright 600 lumen LED light source, and a micro-textured reflector to ensure a smooth beam.

NEBO’s pocket tool combines three useful functions in one. In addition to working as a 2200mAh emergency power bank, it has a tri-mode 400 lumen flashlight, and a 3″ utility blade. It’s made from anodized aluminum, is water- and impact-resistant, and is USB rechargeable.

Grab this duo of 1000 lumen tactical flashlights in The Awesomer Shop. Each light has a weatherproof titanium alloy shell, multiple brightness modes, and a zoomable lens design. The set includes a storage box, rechargeable batteries, and a battery charger. Save an extra 15% off using code MerrySave15 through 12/25/19.