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Brightest Overall
(Large) BLF GT4 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASGT4
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(Large) BLF GT94 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASGT94
Everyday Carry
(Brightest) Lumitop FW3A www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A
(Budget) Wowtac A1 amzn.to/2zuERKh .
(Budget) Nicron N7 amzn.to/2OaTs1K .
(Budget) Sofirn SC31 Pro amzn.to/3aYRwFn .
Brightest Medium Size
Fireflies E07 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: .
FW21 Pro www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A
Best Throwers (Non Laser)
(Keychain) Lumintop GT Nano www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ND25F
(Small) Lumitop GT Micro www.nealsgadge... Coupon: GTMICRO
(Small) Lumintop GT Mini www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A
(Medium) NI40 SBT90.2 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASF
(Medium) Convoy L6 lumencraft.com... .
(Large) BLF GT www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 70 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A
(Large) BLF GT 90 www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASGT90
(Budget) Convoy C8+ lumencraft.com... .
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Best Throwers White LASER Flashlights (LEP) .
(Small) Lumintop Thor I www.nealsgadge... .
(Small) Weltool W3 Pro www.nealsgadge... .
(Medium) Weltool W4 www.nealsgadge... .
(Medium) Mateminco FW1 www.nealsgadge... .
Pop Can Lights
Acebeam X80 GT amzn.to/36LDsew .
Mateminco MT18S www.nealsgadge...
Astrolux MF01 ban.ggood.vip/... Coupon: BGAM1X2
Fireflies R0T66 www.nealsgadge...
Best Tactical
Acebeam L16 amzn.to/2o2bCZx
Headlamp
(Budget) Wowtac A2 (my most used) amzn.to/3erVUex
(Brigthest) Lumintop HL3A www.nealsgadge... Coupon: ASFW3A

[@CordCrenshaw]

I appreciate the work you put into these videos Matt. Can anyone give me a good use case for an LEP light?

[@Lumencraft-]

Shooting groundhogs in the desert at night 100+ yards away?? LOL

[@CordCrenshaw]

@@Lumencraft- 👀 Brilliant idea actually.. Let’s rain hellfire down on them. 👿

[@user-tr2dh4xx6u]

@@CordCrenshaw i would love a great lep dive light but there arent many good onesx so for now im using the ant man mini as my edc as its got a good beam for close and far tasks

[@martythelewis]

I use one doing work as a courier, trying to find house numbers in the dark - it’s nice to not freak people out by also flashing their windows.

[@CordCrenshaw]

@@martythelewis That’s a great use case. Much appreciated.

[@manot87]

Would be pretty useful on a sailboat where you want to shine a light on buoys, docks and such things, without shining the light on all the shiny metal boat parts and getting all the blinding reflections!

[@Facewest]

Awesome work. It was great seeing a small image of the flashlight in the lower right corner of the screen whilst it was aimed at the dummy next to the tractor. Thank you for great instruction. This category of flashlights may be good mounted to firearm in a home invasion situation possible disabling the bad guy's vision and negating the use of deadly force.

[@ericcarabetta1161]

I want one of these things even if they are just toys and not particularly useful flashlights.

[@Hohmies86]

I mean it only takes ONE AA battery, I can justify this buy with I WANT IT lol

[@Zeaiclies]

@@Hohmies86 No it takes a lithium battery the size of an AA. It will not turn on at all with an AA battery.

[@Zeaiclies]

Eric, it is not a toy and has very practical uses.

[@grassblade2]

Correct. Chocolate Teapots as flashlights. Strictly weapon lights only. Just LiteSabers otherwise. Maybe some SAR too. Oh..and some 'temporary' blindness inducement... #whatever GBH is called Statesides.😮

[@Sumguy21]

Your videos are really fun to watch. Love the creativity that go into them. Much more engaging than having some hands holding the product with a voiceover.

[@saxum2171]

Creativity what are you smoking🤣

[@Sumguy21]

@@saxum2171 Cannabis, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, opium, salvia, DMT, cigarettes dipped in embalming fluid, little bits of plastic from supermarket bags. Why? You got something else I can smoke???

[@J123G]

I guess @ 8:17 when you say FW21 you mean FW1

[@urbexitaliaassociated7203]

My name Frank. Only you, Matt could have done such a perfect review, i was waiting to see what you have accomplished. I am interested in the NEXTORCH T20L, your video made me clear the ideas on the product i am interested in buying soon. However, you also showed me other Flashlight LEP by comparing them with each other and having clearer ideas. Thanks, congratulations, you are a professional for real.

[@MattBlank0]

Well I bought a W4 last August, I'm happy to see it's holding its value. I'm also happy to see that Nextorch is pushing the power envelope.

[@ramonarroyo5573]

If you get a foggy day I would LOVE to see the same beam shots in the fogg

[@paranoiia8]

I still think even if main point of laser torches is range, wider and softer spot is just better so nextorch would be my pick and then maybe W3 pro as both have good body size-beam/spot size ratio and have similar price range.

[@joesalaman3503]

Excellent review, best comparison of the most LEP lights I've seen. Nextorch look like they are using a different module with a larger emitting surface to get more lumens, but it would most likely need a larger lens to focus as tight as the other full size LEP's. However this makes it more practical as a thrower people will actually use. It performs like a GT size thrower without the spill that fits in your pocket. What's even more impressive is the tint, which looked equal to a cool white LED, unlike the green or yellow with most LEP's. So are LED throwers obsolete now? I was also impressed with the Thor 3 which had similar nice tint with a tight beam like the FW1 and W4, but it lacked the lumens and has failed to throw as far in the 1 lumen review. The Neal's gadgets LEP is a great budget option with nice tint too. My experience with LEP's tells me there is a lot of variance in performance between individual examples of the same light. Also the mirror type seem to get brighter over time with prolonged use. This has been the case with my W30 which I've had a few years. I also have a Maxtoch L3K which uses the shine through type emitter. It out throws the W30 by a hair due to a tighter beam, but has a greenish tint, like the W30 had when new, so I don't know if it will also improve over time. Currently I'm tempted by a FW1vn in titanium! for the same $ as the Nextorch as I only use my LEP's to play light sabers anyway.

[@bendennis8773]

The larger spot on the nextorch looks really useful for nighttime predator hunting. I have a friend that had coyote problems while calving and these lights would be great for finding the little buggers.

[@nufmedia9035]

2:00 "I'm not typically a fan of glowy stuff" - Says the man who makes the best flashlight reviews! lol

[@udp]

I have heard recently someone named AA batteries as "double-A" and AAA as "triple-A". I found out it a pretty comfortable for pronunciation) Nice job, I like your reviews, there are not so much so professionally made reviews about flashlights. Obviously you love your hobby and it reflects on the content quality. Good luck)

[@paranoiia8]

Yep they are called like that as some people feel weird or like they have panic attack in shop when they ask: "pack of... AAAAAAA... Batteries please." 😂

[@udp]

@@paranoiia8 it's true) similar to that is name of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). It was a little uncomfortable to pronounce "i-e-e-e" but a real awkward moment was when sbd corrected me "do you mean i-triple-e?" and I realized I was wrong everytime when I pronounced I-E-E-E, 😂

[@Cheordig]

We've always called them double A and triple A. Customer: I'll have a packet of AAs Shopkeeper : Eh? Customer : No, AAs Shopkeeper : Eh ehs? Customer: Yes AAs Shopkeeper : Don't sell eh ehs Customer frustratingly points at batteries Shopkeeper : Ah you want double As Customer : Eh?

[@udp]

@@Cheordig Ahahaha) That's the reason call a fruit "pineapple" instead of "ananas" (imagine a seller warnings a buyer against using double "an")

[@Cheordig]

@@udp I didn't know about ananas for pineapple! That could get confusing. 😂

[@oscarrf3362]

Great job Matt!! Incredible and very usefull comparision.

[@maxlvledc]

Love your channel, I get great info. Ty

[@TopDog8762]

Dude! Outstanding video, great comparisons. I know that was a bit of work and I appreciate it.

[@pavelmontik687]

Yes.

[@gordonhutchison9647]

The nexttorch is the best out of the bunch how much do they retail at thanks great demo to.

[@Mandalore06]

These are fun, but do they have practical applications apart from signaling?

[@audiogek]

Great video. Your flashlight reviews are the best! Thanks!

[@rifraf1970]

As the light beams got brighter by each flashlight I expected to see Charles catch fire with the the last one...

[@samsaasen4922]

This guy reminds me a bit of the “farmer” from men in black

[@phxrsx]

Haha I was thinking of the same thing.

[@vp2747]

I received the Ant Man a few weeks. Here are my PROS and CONS: PROS: - The size is perfect. - Good design. - The tail switch is perfect, with momentary on/off and click. CONS: - More power, I wish it was more powerful with at least 100.000 candela or more, but maybe next time? - Beam too narrow (due to the laser, and diameter). - The battery doesn't charge with every USB-C charger, just with some of them. - The tail switch lacks of grippy texture.

[@k.bellingham8335]

Hi Matt, have been watching your vids for some time, this another honest review and explanation of good and decent flash lights out there. Could you explain lenses, how they focus and concentrate light. Also you mention phosphor, what is that? Candella, lumens, what's that, what's the difference? If you have already explained this, in which video/s are those explanations? Thanks for all your well done and honest videos!

[@thundermallow]

to my knowledge lumens are a measurement of total light output from a flashlight, candela is a measurement of intensity, together you can have an idea of how floody the beam is and how far the light will throw. if use the equation candela/lumen="flood" you find that the higher the number "flood" the farther the light will throw, the lower the number the more the light will flood. phosphor is an element that glows when you put energy into it (by laser for example) but I'm not exactly sure what it does differently to LED's for flashlights. About the lenses, reflectors, and optics, I'm not sure about how they differ either and I think is would make a good video. hope this helps, have a good day!

[@k.bellingham8335]

@@thundermallow Wow! Thanks Daniel! that's a great explanation, much appreciated!

[@thundermallow]

@@k.bellingham8335 thank you, glad the could help!

[@jtcustomknives]

I want that antman for a weapon light.

[@BRAINRAY]

Really interesting videos! Will subscribe! This may sound like a dumb idea but have you ever thought of putting a Bat decal or cutout maybe in metal in front of lens? Then pointing it up into the clouds like the bat signal?

[@gts5930]

Does anyone know how far he was from the tractor? Great comparison , thank you!

[@teddystegall5842]

Had no idea about these lights thanks

[@grassblade2]

Thanks for posting dude. You just saved me a heap of cash. You've illustrated, quite clearly, I have no use for these litetypes.

[@vintagetone22]

great to see you bro

[@coleboonecustoms]

What was the approx. distance between Charles and the light source?

[@lexicon77]

zoomable LEP is nice idea.. but I've not found any

[@tatjanamagdic9432]

Mr. Matt Smith. Could you please tell us where we can buy those green/yellow tinted zoom LEP that you don't like that much?

[@Hohmies86]

Holy shit man! You’ve almost hit 70k subs! In 5 years you will be the Flashlight Guru. Start using Segway’s to bring up older videos and leave a link to them so to send new comers to watch older videos too

[@user-ty2uz4gb7v]

How hot do they get? How long can you keep them on Max brightness

[@krapeevids6992]

Wish these lep lights had momentary on ( forward clicky ). Just received the 18650 extension tube for my Thor 1 and while it does not do much for it aesthetically, it does appear to make the beam a bit more intense using the 18650 and it definitely lasts longer which is what I was really going for. But yeah the extension tube really doesn’t match the existing body.

[@Lumencraft-]

The Nextorch T20L has momentary capability.

[@DrafterDanStudios]

The ANT has momentary

[@Lumencraft-]

@@DrafterDanStudios Yes! That didn't even occur to me, but you're right it does.

[@cvheugten]

Perfect review. Its good to have you back Matt.

[@michaellecompte1889]

Man I love this guy! Who else loves this guy?! Matt keep up the good work man! I hope to see a new video from you soon.

[@joseacuna3239]

Great content, I don’t have a use for a laser flashlight but it’s cool nonetheless

[@08pileggi]

Olight and phenix (idk if I spelt that right) have some lep lights as well. The olight however is way more yellow like the one you shown. It would have been nicer to see a cooler color out of that as it is their wml

[@Zeaiclies]

Fenix but no worries

[@smky143]

Picked up a jetbeam one the other day and love it.

[@Black-Chip-Player-21]

Awesome light but it's really confusion trying to figure out the models your testing in your description.

[@Chinhnguyen0497]

whats the cheapest laser flashlight?

[@ayokay123]

Nextorch wins!

[@joekasperek1086]

Good look thanks Matt

[@exploringwithbrian5943]

Hey awesome review on the flashlights I'm really interested in that very small small laser flashlight that is extremely bright and throws really far what is the correct name for that light

[@almetej29]

Maybe I missed it but how many yards was it to the barn and tractor.

[@trapvandal]

You should get the marauder olight on here! Good vid man.

[@irishcowboy6908]

Where to buy share link????

[@Lumencraft-]

I always put that stuff in the video description:) Here it is again though... Coupon Code ND25F Antman: www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-ant-man-lep-flashlight?variant=39462139756618 Thor III: www.nealsgadgets.com/products/lumintop-thor-iii-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=39447277797450 Nextorch T20L: www.nealsgadgets.com/products/nextorch-t20l-lep-flashlight?ref=z1ak6zwmym&variant=39419763982410

[@acsaraza]

Hey Mike just for fun, if u put a batman logo on a good thrower will it work as a bat signal? :)

[@joedillon159]

Great video sir. Keep it up.

[@methatlovescats3602]

That's what's been blinding the airline pilots

[@chadmccracken2589]

Do you review Fenix lights? My experience as a police officer is that Fenix are excellent tactical duty lights

[@juliogrimaldo5279]

What is best nano with pocket clip

[@hitchpost5822]

I find your videos very entertaining, I have to admit that sometimes I don’t understand everything you are saying. One question I have for you is of what practical use are laser flashlights ? Why would I want to own one ?

[@Lumencraft-]

Not a lot for me. I like the wow factor personally. Only practical use I can think of would be like coyote hunting at night or something.

[@hitchpost5822]

@@Lumencraft- Thank you for responding to my question, it is interesting technology.

[@tomb6269]

@@Lumencraft- I think you need a larger bright spot for coyote hunting, they usually don't sit still long enough. Thanks for thinking of us and using the barn for ranging. Keep up the great videos, I really enjoy them and continue to learn.

[@GregBrecker]

I like the wider area of the Nextorch. Might sacrifice some intensity, but worth it.

[@JIZQU]

altho its cool , im still trying to figure out what is the purpose of these lights are for . i mean other than putting one on a rifle for long distance ,

[@fredminpin]

Just started watching some of your videos. Have you done any reviews on the Olights? Kind of pricey, but I like them. Wish I had similar options years ago.

[@PWN_Nation]

What is the runtime of these at each setting? Either because the circuitry limits runtime on "high", for instance, or because the recommended battery starts to die?

[@garrisong]

Just ordered an antman can’t wait for it to arrive. My friends already think I’m nuts with my flashlights

[@pdmark311]

Waiting for my Ant-Man to show up

[@Picklemedia]

Hey Mark how long did that delivery take if you don't mind me asking?

[@2ndamendment2death72]

Hi nice video so it's now 2023 almost 2024 what do you recommend I want something EDC but I want bright and I want something possible with adjustable hot spot

[@FindersKeepers88]

The LEPs are a good example of newer technology & Nextorch wins the (far) distance race and it's Spot is the right size

[@XrayMike17plus1]

Aside from the 'cool factor' what good are these? Olight last year developed a weapon light that uses the technology but at 100 yards or more it's hit or miss whether the beam actually lights the target and laughably there's no way to 'zero' the light so that it illuminates the target. With almost no spill one appears to be reliant on reflected light off the beam's point of contact. What happens if the beam is accidentally aimed at a highly reflective surface that reflects into the user's eyes? Don't get me wrong - as a kid I would tape a flashlight to the end of a small zoom telescope and on foggy nights marvel at what appeared to be a white laser beam. But aside from the gee whiz factor what's the point? Am I missing something?

[@maykasaharav2k385]

You're right, I'd say. The only other application would be as a self-defense weapon.

[@XrayMike17plus1]

@@maykasaharav2k385 LOL, I can think of several more ah... suitable self defense tools. It might be usable as a dazzler if you could reliably aim them but none have fine tuning for the beam. LOL - Maybe someone will figure out how to use them for a LIPC weapon.

[@pat4969]

Hi Matt I've been watching your channel for a while now not sure if you've reviewed any flashlights that have a long usage time. I love camping and I'm usually out for weeks at a time. trying to keep weight down as I'm into ultralight camping

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I have a nealsgadget coming, I can’t wait seeing your tests. I know it’s an older model but I liked that it had the bigger battery, and I’m impressed with the long range performance.

[@Picklemedia]

Hey salty, how long did that delivery take if you don't mind me asking?

[@Eric19781]

I was wondering if you could do a best flashlight for smoke filled room I am a firefighter and it would be helpful thanks and love your videos ps love the yellow green light who made it

[@gordonthorn2049]

I have the ant man on the way, similar compared to the thrunite catapult mini i have. it would be cool to see them head to head on here. I think the catapult will win, but im not sure.

[@metaljew4456]

Matt, you have the best FlashOholic Torch channel on KZbin!

[@SuperROMAN83]

Hey Matt which lep light is the closest to acebeam w30 color wise? I have tried weltool w4 and nateminco fw1and both of them are green tint to them

[@jerryinohio1978]

You never say anything negative. That's the key to get free ahit

[@brandonlee8313]

🙌🏽 Got my NEALS GADGETS LEP.

[@boomdoggy]

Dude you da man!!! Very well presented and articulated!!!

[@RARUS7777]

Subzero work laser torches?

[@almondao]

Wonder why they didn't make the ant man with a standard 18650. Thanks for the review.

[@metamorphicorder]

Not your usual fare, but since LEPs are the light du jour so to speak, Nebo has a new one on the markey that looks interesting. Luxtreme is the model i think luxtreme100. Would like to hear your thoughts on it.

[@papinbala]

whats the difference between candle light and lumens?

[@JerseyStyle7]

👍🏽 😎 thinking about getting one of these

[@bestamerica]

' what country made this laser LED flashlight

[@keving1774]

Laser?

[@DIYwithBatteries]

Just look at the beam ;)

[@VietboyGamerUSA]

we're living in the future these flashlights are no joke

[@user-ty2uz4gb7v]

Do people ever even use strobe

[@50kArchipelagos]

Several times I might have bought from Neal's but you have to fill out a whole page before you could get to shipping charges. You already know about approximate taxes. Paying 245 for a light then knowing it'll cost up to an extra 50 I just don't proceed. I'd like the Ant-Man but I'll be damned if I'll go through all that to find a 20 dollar charge for shipping 4 ounces USPS worth 5 dollars. The ordering is weird. I suggest free shipping on all lights with that built in. My advice. Great review though. Maybe it's on Amazon for us members where it's hassle free.

[@vonster22]

next try maxtoch variable focus lep

[@chronicleinfo]

what if we install these in our car ?

[@Picklemedia]

This would actually be good for people shining their high beams. Just go full nuclear with half a million Candela

[@SpaceFrawg]

Off Topic: I'm currently shopping for a penlight with an external USB charging port, where I don't have to remove the batteries to charge it.... what do you recommend???

[@benjaminsutherland4015]

Love your channel Matt, could you please tell me your best pick for a flashlight (non LEP) that has the best flood / throw combo for around $300? Thank you sir!

[@jazzcrackrabbit]

How is the name of the first flashlight ?

[@Caeser194]

Bought a Fenix HT30R WHITE R,nothing compares to it

[@R3DB3ARD92]

My thor 3 is on its way! Can't wait to get it!!!

[@Picklemedia]

Hey man just curious how long that delivery took if you don't mind me asking?

[@R3DB3ARD92]

@@Picklemedia Mine took almost a month! I ordered it when they where having issues with imports in California

[@Picklemedia]

@@R3DB3ARD92 thanks a lot for replying👍🏻

[@R3DB3ARD92]

@@Picklemedia Not a problem. Its worth the wait! 🔦

[@ddeanb784]

Ie this yellow thing(i thought it was the LED) phosphor??

[@stevevw34]

Great video lad thank you 👍👍👍

[@poolman8676]

Screw that fly swatter, lol

[@zodiacfml]

antman nice size and awesome power except the price. i wouldn't mind a chinese copy of this with a more bluish light like early white LED lighting. Zoom lens would also be nice, I reckon the spot is too bright for household DIY use.

[@ilyxaxa5335]

Hello Matt. May I ask you the model of the nasty yellow zoomable torch?

[@warpedone2]

Thanks for filming

[@DT-yt2zh]

What's the point of these flashlights other than to see how far the beam will go?

[@Picklemedia]

Night hunting, night disc golf, Illuminating a small area far away. Self defense at close range. Being able to see far away without a ton of lumens. Visual communication.

[@parasolo75]

Must have!

[@spike757]

Im really interested in this antman but yet to pull the trigger, thanks to Neal having the blackfriday sale I bought the W3-W4 and Thor lll, Ive been wanting the W4 for some time and I must say I'm pretty impressed by it. I def didn't want to spend all that money but how could you not with 30% off am I right ?

[@Surferjo]

merry christmas.................