20 Keychain Flashlights 🔦: Nitecore, Lumintop, Olight, Surefire, Rovyvon - Up To 4,000 Lumens

[@hector_dom]

Very comprehensive collection of mostly budget flashlights, I really liked this video. Cheers!

[@bobjones9727]

I carry the Olight i1r on my keychain. It's small, adequate lumens, a concealed USB recharging port so you can't loose a plug, cool colors and a fair price. The best of all worlds. The key cover light is kind of cool also.

[@kan-zee]

I've got 5x gifted OLIGHTs i3E EOS mini edc keychain lights...for some of my family members...they love them Just ordered the OLIGHT i3t- EOS and OLIGHT i5T- EOS for my edc pouch and Bug Out Bag. 9:02 ...based on your video...I will order the $16 cad ..LUMINTOP Keychain Flashlight EDC EDC01 / AAA Flash-Light / 120 Lumens Pocket / 36 Hours Long Lasting Flash Light / IP68 Waterproof Flashlighting(Black)...just to see how it works as a Keychain light. I like the sound of 36 hour run time.

[@jasongaudreau2075]

RovyVon baby! Great little lites. I also have a very cheap but very good “nite ize” that takes 1 AAA and is all metal. Battery lasts a pretty long time. 300 lumens, but that’s THE ONLY function it has. 1 light level and only 1 light led. Has lasted 2yrs now and going strong.

[@mr.workhardplayhard6550]

Nitecore Tip SE with USB-C charging has done me well for the past year....I have several on your table and lots good options out there! I try to find USB-C charging options these days if I can

[@bobc2960]

Sadly many of these Keychain lights have a built in battery pack that is not replaceable. To me that's a deal breaker. What's the use of purchasing a light where you'll eventually end up with a dead light? Great video Sir...

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Thanks for watching.

[@sategllib2191]

Always a way

[@richbeck1356]

Thanks for a great video! I really find myself going back to the RovyVon flashlights. I have the A5-red, A5x-red, A23 and the A25-Red. Last week I had the chance to climb the state High Point in Hawaii and the A5x and A25 Proved essential for getting back down to our rental car. Gets dark early in Hawaii. My father-in-law forgot his headlamp so he ended up using the A5X clipped to his hat and hiked for four hours with it in the low 25-lumen setting. I used the A25 in the low 40-lumen setting and hand carried it. Both seem to have power to spare after four hours of use. Nice versatile lights especially with the added bonus of the sidelights.

[@donaldstrader7241]

I'd love to have a Aurora A8 USB-C Keychain Flashlight with sidelights (3rd generation) now that they are USB C, but have so many flashlights I cannot really justify it. Wish they were more than IPX6, but that should be sufficient for most purposes...guess I am just paranoid.

[@derekaggs11]

Great review. I’m also a big fan of the Tini 2 for the reasons you mentioned, however I think the RovyVon A8X wins out for me. The high CRI Nichia 219C emitter, red/white/UV sidelights and the fact that it’s plastic (won’t get all scraped up) make it a better keychain choice for me.

[@chriscardwell3495]

Many thanks for the review - it was the quickest way to identify the next keychain torch 🙂

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Glad to help

[@edm2822]

Just ordered that Nitecore Tini through your link! So dope! Great review! Thank you!

[@bettersteps]

I've been a big fan of the Maglite Solitaire LED for many years. I'm surprised you don't have one on the table. They're great flashlights. They're durable, easy to use, reliable, inexpensive and Made in America. Some people don't need all those bells and whistles on a keychain flashlight. I'm good with on and off.

[@kan-zee]

Maglite Solitaire LED is obselete...they haven't kept up with the competition Photon Stream Emitter companies for some time. low 47 lumens.

[@brianng8350]

Thanks for the video. I definitely prefer those that can be operated with one hand and use AAA battery.

[@dougbotimer8005]

Got the Nitecore Tiki (not LE) for my keychain and found it so perfect on my keychain I’ve given probably 20 as gifts.

[@maxlvledc]

There are two new ones from Fenix I am really curious about...havnt yet tested them. I think EDC1 is best at $10, A1X at $20, but outside of those..not sure which makes sense. Also all the Aurora lights have clips in the box I believe. I think the New I1R Pro has the right idea...but I would have rather had same lumens (150) and more runtime vs 200 with less potential runtime

[@gmt5664]

I like RovyVon A5. There's a light on the side which functions as a omnidirectional light. When my friend and I were outside, I used it as a lantern.

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Nice. That’s a solid light for sure.

[@dsb1763]

I just got a Lumintop Frog. It’s great.

[@epicswordmewz7007]

I own a Lumintop EDC01, I keep it by my bed to replace the two I had previously. (My EDC and a dollar store laser pointer with an LED on it, so I had one to get to the bathroom with and another to go downstairs with.) It's great to get to the bathroom with on the low mode, and I can use the medium to go downstairs. It doesn't even compare to my Microstream USB for EDC, so it has zero chance at replacing it, however it would be great for someone who wants a flashlight a bit brighter than their phone. I do think it might go on my keychain once I get one. (I'm 14 so I don't carry any keys yet) Also the rubber bit happens to fit on my EDC so I can use that for a bit if I need a really bright mini lantern. If there was a rechargeable version of it I would totally want to buy one of those. Hope this helps someone!

[@frankydebaus4650]

I love my Fenix E16. Tiny and super bright turbo mode.

[@LowLumens]

These I like!! Thrunite ti3 Lumintop edc01 & edc02 Lumintop frog Eagtac Teeny Nitecore tip Cri Nitecore tini 2 Fenix e01 v2.0 Fenix lod And I have several nichia rovyvon that I like Great video! I prefer lights with moonlight mode of 1 lumen or even lower for keychain lights. I also edc some of them like the ti3 or edc02 or tool aaa.

[@harrkev]

My two favorites. The Olight I3E EOS is amazing for the size and money. It is the SMALLEST AAA light out there that I am aware of. Only one brightness is a bit of a bummer, but lights with more brightness are also larger. My current keychain light is the Olight I1R2 EOS. Rechargeable, two brightness levels, and TINY. It is also easy to use. I have a RovyVonn light that I rather like, but the push-button interface means that it sometimes turns itself on in my pocket. So I don't EDC that one any more, but it has a place in my laptop pack.

[@DamionJR4923]

I think Nitcore has a 2 year self destruct mechanism. Had two of the same lights. One I used and one that stayed attached to spare keys. Both quit working at around the same time.

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Ah man. What a bummer!

[@DamionJR4923]

@@EverydayTacticalVids it’s alright I have other lights. The wife thinks I have too many. She’s Crazy right?

[@willb3018]

@@DamionJR4923 Absolutely!! Mine too!. 😂

[@opichocal]

I’ve had 4 nitecore lights go bad on me. I swore I’d never buy another. Olight is better but I’ve had issues with 3 of them

[@DamionJR4923]

@@opichocal Streamlight is good not as many features but the customer service is great.

[@KaylynnStrain]

Olight now has thre i1r2 Pro which is a bit bigger then the i1r2 but same design, higher output and longer run times

[@coop8267]

And USB-C charging. I love mine

[@HingerlAlois]

I prefer the i1r2, it’s a little bit smaller and significantly lighter than the i1r2 Pro.

[@Jack-kt8bs]

WOW!! GREAT VID!!! I have gifted at least 2 dozen of the AAA O'Lights . And a dozen of the Rovyvons. I do admit to owning a Surefire Titan plus AAA. Like you said. Its not cheap. I have been under whelmed with it, since the day I got it. I agree with you on the Tini 2.

[@benrhoads6406]

lumintop FROG ftw!!!!!!!!!

[@jamesfair9751]

Olight has a new open pro with green laser and light on the clip so it shines out while in a shirt pocket and a new i1r2 pro and i3t pro with dual aaa and the i3e has an optional clip that works well also

[@adam_rover1080]

My two favorite are the Tini 2 and the RovyVon A8x. The one that wins for my EDC that I actually have with me is the Nitecore Tini 2. Right now I'm using a small Alpaka "Zip Pouch" wallet. My Land Rover key FOB and the Tini 2 fit perfectly together in the side zip pocket. Money and cards fit in the main compartment. Only time I need to open the wallet is if I need the flashlight. I can hold it up to POS credit card readers with NFC and the payment is made wirelessly. And I can jump in and start my car without ever needing to touch the pouch. It has saved me loosing my key fob any more. The A8x is a fantastic light and I do keep it in my bag for easy access, with no way to check the battery level and no real lockout(even though accidental engaging is rare) plus the larger size/different form factor; it is not my go to choice for always being on my person.

[@Zack-fu8sn]

I can vouch for the olight i3e. I think I hit a sale for it and only paid shipping. I like the simplicity of use and battery type

[@MrNiceGuy80x5]

I carry my keys in my pocket and my nitecore tup always turned on by itself and was dead when I actually needed it. Retired it and went with that little olight keychain flashlight

[@canuck21]

I just ordered a good old simple photon light that just gives enough light to read a menu when the ambiance is a little too dark to read. I have a Rovyvon but have notice that it's a little too complicated for my purpose. I just want a quick little light that won't surprise the surrounding with a sudden bright light and the Rovyvon would often blind-side people near me.

[@zinc121]

Great review. Thanks!

[@REBELSCL]

I like the Rovyvon E Hybrid series lights. They have both the built in lithium battery as well as a AAA capability. They’re also a dual front emitter light….. all the goodies of the A series with both more power and more luminosity.

[@tizben]

Thanks for making this vid. I have the mini olight, which seems like a good starter keychain light

[@brianstollings6416]

I carry two o light i1r, one on my work keys and one on my personal keys, they’re great. Charge quick and last a while. Very bright for its size. I also carry an i3t while at work and one AAA last me about a week or two when used for doing walkthroughs and inspections.

[@donaldstrader7241]

Good video Tim. Perhaps you might consider periodic updates, when you have a couple new or different keychain lights, with a link inserted in the description. Is it good or bad that I have 6 of the lights shown? LOL I wish I also had the Nitecore Tini 2.

[@willb3018]

Thanks for this. I am an Olight fan but there are a lot of options out there. Love that i3EOS. After I got one, I got a couple more for all my key chains. Also haver the i1R2 EOS. Same Olight quality but I find it bit too small.

[@mzagotti21]

I upgraded to the Olight iR2 EOS Pro for my keychain but have the iR2 on my pack. I have given the i3E to my kids for their key chains.

[@quangvinh5202]

Great video and great collection. But I think the Thrunite Ti2 should be included. AAA battery, 120 Lumens for 45 minutes. That's surprisingly decent, good backup flashlight.

[@TheElectricCentaur]

EAGTAC D25A Clicky MKII. It has one of the best UI's - Carry with the head tightened and you only get super bright or super bright strobe. Loosen the head and you get all the low modes you need. Fits like a roll of dimes in your hand. Tail stands. Takes 14500 for 405 lumens or AA for a lower but still significant output. Only wish is that it had a reversible clip so you could attach it to a hat brim to use as a headlamp in a pinch. Also recommended is the similar D25C which can put out 800 lumens, but takes a CR123 and is wider and shorter.

[@LeoLiburon]

rovyvon a8x on my keychain a rovyvon a25 in pocket and seeker 3 on my side in a belt organizer which i might replace i was a magnetic light that can stand up or on side. if i find hold for max returns on rovyvon gen 3 ill just use that and try that new baton 3 pro a while

[@nicodimus2222]

I love everything about the TINI 2, BUT it has a built in battery. Dealbreaker. When the battery wears out in something, I don't want to have to throw the entire device away and buy another one. That's just stupid and wasteful, and I wish these companies would stop doing it. I will pay more for a device that lasts longer and I can replace the battery at will.

[@DBHHellhound]

The Rovyvon A5X UV is my go to light.

[@annelisabethcom]

There is a flat, yellow light. I have to say it's the one I would give my mom. A lot more user friendly. I want it for myself, but if needs must, she gets it. It's currently hanging off my bag. Those are no name on Amazon and Ebay. And I have a a few of your favorites too.

[@erbartlett]

Have you come across any really tiny right angle lights that are usb-c chargeable?

[@TopDog8762]

I think I may have tried them all not the models but at least all the manufacturers and I settled on RovyVon

[@unknown-ql1fk]

That first olite AAA works WONDERFUL with a lithium "AAA" 10440 battery at 3-4 volts...it like triples the output and ive yet to cook the led and have 2 lights with dozens of hours each And for 10$ its amazing and i dont care if the led life goes from 50,000 hours to 5,000 hours....cuz its $10 :)

[@donaldstrader7241]

The Olight i3E EOS is a great little light, just don't find myself using it much. The new ones have a double O-Ring. If you have the older style, you might want to put a wrap of PTFE Thread Seal Tape around the threads. I saw this hack/fix mentioned to avoid having the head come off if you carry it around on your keychain for an extended period without using it, where it might have a chance for the head to work lose. I have an iMorse on a Ti ball chain around my neck at the moment and the newer/larger incarnation, an i1R 2 EOS Pro, of the 5th light in shown in FDE, on my keychain. The iMorse was a great "freebie." Since I bought another light, Baton 3 Pro, shipping was free. Despite the iMorse being CW (crappy white) it actually has a pretty good beam, better than the one on my keychain. It is similar to the iXV (15th Anniversary) one that specifies as being NW (neutral white). I like that they are USB C.

[@dylandog1289]

Unfortunately didnt cover my absolute fav, the Fenix EO3. Similar shape/build to the Nightcore Tini2, but also has red. Red on a keychain light is essential for my use.

[@ericafflerback2554]

I like the nite ize ketchain light? For $20 it’s super durable , compact, 2 outputs , takes 1 battery, warranty, and well made, plus comes with a nite ize caribiner. It fits right in with these , I like the video though thanks !

[@joserubalcaba3920]

I really like my nitecore tip just wish you could lock it out . I might have to try the tiny 2

[@michaelrossi3707]

I’m gonna give the win to the Aurora A1 because it’s one of the lightest and got one of the highest outputs.

[@TheTranq]

I like the Nitecore Mini I might have to try it out

[@TheFrogInYourClosetWatchingYou]

wuben g2 is a work light but its great for a keychain too.... you are also missing the tip 2 which I love, the magnet is so strong and it pumps out 720 lumens too and during the winter it can actually maintain turbo if I can keep my finger pressed down lol

[@jseden]

I ride a motorcycle and generally try to keep my key ring as slim as possible so keychain lights are out for me.. I tend toward the next size up and keep it in a pocket. For me, the eagtac d25c, 2015 model has been my favorite light. Especially because of the tint.. xpl hi dome less neutral. Perfect. I bought a 2019 one (d3c ti) that was advertised as having the same led but the tint just isn’t what I prefer. It also has a slight delay when switching modes that isnt present in my older one. Bleh. So that one’s a backup now. I’d also owned a 2014 version that had the perfect tint before.. I bought the 2015 to replace it. I also have the aa version.. 2014 iirc that I mostly use at home. Great light! I bought a handful of them on clearance, kept my favorite and sold the others to coworkers who didn’t care about the tint or beam profile.

[@robertreynolds2726]

Cause you light up my life.....

[@carloscervantes836]

I have a mini 2 but also like the olight i3 with an eneloop.

[@LucasJaluL]

Thanks

[@GregVasquez777]

Hey great video thanks. Do you find that flashlights with digital buttons fail fast compared to the older flashlights? I've gone though a few in the last 10 years. I recently went through three Nebo mini's which i love the design but wish it would last longer. One lasted two years and the other 2 less than a year. The thing I like most about it is that it's flat and on my outside belt loop, when i need a quick light, I can grab w one hand and simply find the big button without looking or spinning the light around. Now i'm looking for something else similar.

[@MikeCiccolo]

Diffuser 😉

[@rampar77]

My EDC light is Fenix EO1, the best light.

[@rob45x]

Awesome video !

[@caseG80]

Surprised the sure fire sidekick didn’t make the list nice size for key chain rechargeable reliable nice output light. Similar In size as the nightcore you liked

[@vidzilla1]

Thanks for the reviews. NEBO makes a great keychain light, red-green and white led rechargeable 400 luman $39.

[@brianbartulis9709]

I got the i3e for free and put it on my gal's keys. ~ It does good in her purse, and better for her not having a rechargeable. Heck, she still uses a flip phone and a cable would be a pain for her. i1R2 I got in a bundle to get free shipping. It was so handy I gave out seven of them for palship gifts for kicks. Last time I ordered from Olight I got a free orange i1R2 Pro, which I EDC on a 2" Alu. carabiner on my beltloop. lol, it's like bling for me. Loves the li'l orange bugger. I did put my i1r2 on my keys but I'm not a fan of that. Small enough, but I don't always carry my keys. And I do have my brain fades and I fear I'd misplace my keys using the light...set down in the auto and lock my keys in? I like the i1R2 Pro on my belt loop. Nary a week goes by that I don't use it. Being carabinered, it and an i1R2 are easier to handle/not drop...can still pop in my mouth for hands free use.

[@ingnir]

Nice collection but more grueling testing would be neat.

[@sergeyshorokhov2167]

Thanks for the review. But despite the fact that it contains a million flashlights, one of the best is still not here. I'm talking about the Manker E02 II.

[@bogdan_d82]

Nice vid, keep up the good work! I EDC the Fenix E01 V2, keychain size, runs on a AAA, around 15 usd, has about 100 lumens.

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Yeah I should have included that one.

[@RatsAndFunTV]

You shall try Fenix.

[@okinawanah3463]

5.11 has the USB K, looks like a flash drive, 150 ish lumens, 1 mode Streamlight Pocket Mate, built in carabiner, 2 modes 325 lumens

[@jamesfair9751]

The original sure fire titan is aluminum the new one is nickel plated brass and that’s the main reason for the increased price. Stupid high price but that is why the new one is also 3 modes

[@dona6898]

Sofirn SC01 is on my list to upgrade over the I1r. Not a fan of the olight emitter color.

[@easygamesdev724]

i think nitecore tip se is the winner here i am about to request one online soon

[@jacobmanalang8162]

i3e style are the best to me. single mode, single aaa, small, cheap and easy to use. i still have the surefire titan plus. its huge, heavy, 3 mode, used to come with eneloop pro. 300ish lumens. regular titan was 65. just skip these i loved the ultratac but i had one that would drain batteries and my buddy who loved them stuff would just keep breaking olight i1r or whatever is g2g and probably hall of fame thrunite t-01 was my favorite but single mode. whatever you can get like ti3 is very good. not a lot of colors though nitecore TUBE was so good. so many colors and cheap. very simple. i was gifting these like crazy and theres still a few in the wild. i3e is a pocket light the lumentop is pretty cool too. i like it. i dont know about the rest. never had them. i opt to carry another light so a small single mode, single aaa, cheap light available in many colors is highly recommended by me

[@isukinitv3100]

Nice

[@MaliciouslyCompliant]

I've been carrying the Streamlight MicroStream for years, the new one is USB rechargeable.

[@EverydayTacticalVids]

Yeah that’s a great light.

[@epicswordmewz7007]

As an owner of the USB version, I freaking love it!

[@nightstalker824]

The standard AAA have stood the test of time for tiny lights. No gimmicks. 3A batteries don't go out style like micro USB. Micro USB is a pain in the ass now, where everything is C.

[@daniel9111]

O light ftw

[@Some_One_One]

Hay everyone, if you're writing to brag about your favorite EDC keychain light and yours is one of them in this video, then be a responsible commenter by INCLUDING A TIMESTAMP so others can see what in the world you're talking about!

[@sona2837]

Ship cho minh mot cai

[@jasonlagana1281]

forgot the best one! the streamlight pocket mate

[@thomaspoelmans1441]

Use a waterproof black marker to make your tini2 look new again

[@serivina_freiheitskampfer1936]

👍👍

[@HealthyholicTube]

All gear free #healthyholictube

[@dannyrexknight]

My tini 2 broke after 3 months. Turns off immediately. Disappointed with it.

[@john1josjohn1jos]

The i3eos really sucks the head comes off over time in my pocket and on my car floor.

[@donaldstrader7241]

I've heard that before. The latest ones have been coming with a double o-ring, presumably to prevent this. One fix I read is to use a wrap of PTFE or plumber's tape around the threads. [I have not yet watched the video, but was reading some of the comments first.]

[@Jonathannetworkspeedtester]

Kodiak kub 1000 lumens $20 @ Walmart plus tax

[@biancaaabugabuga8930]

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[@ailada4562]

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[@GunTech]

They're all too small. They should be as long as the width of a normal hand, and have the button for blinding light and strobe where your thumb is. They should also have sharp teeth around the lens for defense. You know, like a smaller version of the non keyring ones. Except those ones are longer than the width of your hand... and so are too bulky to fit in a pocket and too heavy to EDC.

[@cyclops214]

Obviously you never carried that first olight on your keychain because they fall apart when you're wearing them and the top light part falls to the ground and your battery falls out happens to multiple ones that I have that I gave to family every single one fell apart they are crap the i1r 2 pro it's so much better that one doesn't come apart.

[@mistold]

Never had that problem. Carried in my pocket a few months until it was beat up. Moved it to the atv keyring. Went to the rechargeable. Also carry a rovy von in a different pocket.

[@cyclops214]

@@mistold then you are very lucky.

[@mistold]

@@cyclops214 Ill take it. Thats about all the luck Ive got!

[@brianbartulis9709]

Funny how chit like that happens. My lip balm always screws out and if not caught it mashes into the cap 'n messes it up. (-:

[@chaney5076]

Wasssup

[@HealthyholicTube]

Wants free shockwave stun gun?

[@HealthyholicTube]

#healthyholictube free

[@David030973]

The Nitecore TIP has an max Output of 360 not 700.....The Nitecore TIP SE has 700....

[@TheInvisibleOrange26]

The sure fire titan is a absolute rip off

[@quangvinh5202]

Great video and great collection. But I think the Thrunite Ti2 should be included. AAA battery, 120 Lumens for 45 minutes. That's surprisingly decent, good backup flashlight.

[@biancaaabugabuga8930]

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