5 Brightest Flashlights - Compared

[@saladbreath607]

I was all set to buy the SR32, then i got a message from Imalent's ebay store offering the MS32 (new, not refurbished) for $582. With the $20 discount code and no sales tax in Oregon, i bought it for $562 shipped to my door. It outshines my town's lighthouse! I've carried it on walks for an hour with no problem. It's no different to me than carrying one of my rifles. I don't use the strap: it's uncomfortable. I wish the handle had a textured rubber grip and wrist strap, otherwise very happy with my purchase.

[@Random_4400]

I have the X75 and i agree with you. It's an absolute beast and probably the best value for money insane high output flashlight that you can currently get.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

That’s debatable for value for money. The ms32 gives you much more than 2x the performance for not even 2x the cost. The lumens alone is 2.5x and throw is light years ahead. Add the sustained output of 2x the x75, and the battery life of the x75 isn’t even close to the ms32. If I’m spending 100s of dollars I’d go for the ms32.. but.. with one exception.. packability… the x75 takes it by far. Having to buy the bigger battery pack for better runtime defeats the only advantage of the x75.. and yes hey both have reliability issues at times..

[@Velodynamic]

I love my Acebeam and I don't feel the need of the bigger battery...yet. No issues what so ever and just the fact that they send an extra, easy exchangeable fan and a very powerful USB-C charger in the package makes it really priceworthy. If I have one criticism it would be that I sometimes wish that it could throw a bit further away. It's a floody light and that's it.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

You can get the XHP70 HI version which is a bit throwier, but I don't think it makes a huge difference either way

[@no2thenwo737]

I still enjoy my MS18. It has been reliable with zero issues. The light it produces is insane, even if it's an older model. Money well spent and I really don't feel the need to upgrade anytime soon.

[@MML66]

My brother, I have a question for you: when you light it in the house, is it dazzling and brighter than normal lighting, or will it only make the ceiling illuminated and the floor ordinary without light?

[@daves2354]

​@@MML66I have a sofirn Q8 Plus and that's around 10k-15k lumens so if his is between 50k-100k lumens then I assure you that everything is lit up inside a dark house if he switches that beast on turbo lol

[@Mars0984]

I just bought the MS18 and was half off refurbished on imalents site and then another 10-20% off because I think they are stopping making the MS18’s? Either way I can’t wait to get this thing.

[@Starion2600]

3 months after i got my SR32 came the release of MS32 🤪😥😤 i think same price.😭

[@21700lover]

I love his choice of flashlight testing sights

[@GmbHGmbH]

Could you do a review of some walmart flashlights?

[@NonnofYobiznes]

In summary: those who don't know about flashlights go for the MS32 because of the -- somewhat misreading -- numbers. The X75 is preferred by seasoned users, by flashaholics. It's like the saying "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races".

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Not sure where you got that from, but that’s not true. Most people that are in this hobby for the power are going for the sr32 or ms32… the x75 is under powered and has no benefits other than size.. it’s not even he best sustained lumens lol..

[@ruatonim]

While still retaining somewhat of a flashlight size, I have been most happy with the MS12. It's still stupid bright with a manageable package size. I have friends with the MS18 and MS32 and yes, they are brighter, but man, are they monsters to carry. I opt for portable battery spotlights at that kind of size to really reach out there with a bunch of light with a lot better heat management.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

The MS12M is the only light I would consider taking on a short hike, the others are way too heavy. I do have a Wuben X1 which I prefer even more though (but it's only 1/6th as bright as the MS12!)

[@sloanNYC]

They are all insane. Fun to watch though!

[@Blueknight1960]

The problem with all these high lumen flashlights is the highest setting only runs for about 45 seconds or less then it cuts back on the lumens. What's the point if the highest setting doesn't last long? I personally prefer an HID bulb with a good reflector and it doesn't back off from the lumens. I use a 11000mah 14.8v 100c rc battery to power my HID spotlight and from the testing I've done, I'll get over 3 hours run time with the 50watt HID kit. Also, you can plug it into the vehicles 12v socket and run it as long as you want.

[@clockworkvanhellsing372]

To be fair, every flashlight shown in this video can sustain a higher light output than your hid setup (with the last one beating it by guestimated 50% more and the rest doing double to triple the output, and still come ahead when you want it for 3h.) And thanks to the 100w usb-c charging, they probably can suatain it indefinitly. The redicoulus output is just a bonus on top and sometimes 45s are enough to just look at something, considering you can use it repeatedly with small breaks. But yeah, HID certanly is also neat.

[@Blueknight1960]

@@clockworkvanhellsing372 I have a few led lights and after a few mins, they get so hot I need to turn them off and let then cool. My hid's do get hot but not to the point I need to turn them off.

[@braylenlandkey]

Send us some links where you purchased it

[@Planet-ICELAND]

i ride a powerful e-Unicycle with my ms-18 at winter

[@420swagnemite]

I just wanted your opinion on the brightest and best headlamps? I can only find 4K lumens and I feel like that’s not that many

[@brandonhall2904]

I thought he did a headlamp video recently (not the most recent), but I cant find it now lol

[@kirov777]

There is nothing brighter than 4000 Lumens. Keep in mind that an HID car headlight is 2000 lumens, so a hedlamp of 4000 Lumens is still insanely bright. 10 years ago there wasn't even a flashlight that bright.

[@maggi98mw]

4000lm is a lot for a headlamp, think of the size they can be at max

[@LatarkoholikGG]

Olight h67 12000 lumens 😊

[@420swagnemite]

@@LatarkoholikGG I saw that, there’s only one very specific place to buy it and it’s like $600 lol

[@Steelbluebrick]

Good lux to you too, good sir.

[@GhostTheAssassin]

If they shaved the weight a little bit more off the SR32 and give it the moonlight mode switch functionality, I'd be down for that. By far my favourite looking flashlight out of the bunch. For reference I own both MS32 and SR32

[@crashlikethunder1315]

On the x75, silicone grease is dielectric. Apart from the potential minor shit build up (which is unlikely under that oring and thread) the port under the cap is all good

[@combustionpropulsion4883]

From my experience the MS18 fan does react to temp. If you cold turbo it, the fan only kicks on after a few seconds, not immediately. If you wait for the fan to kick on, turn it off, and back to turbo, the fan will immediately kick on because it's already hot.

[@PiercingTheDarkness]

I thought the fan activates immediately on the X75 regardless of temp when turbo is used? I reviewed it, but sold it straight after.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

It doesn't, when the light is cool the fan will take a while to ativate.

[@LaGgY42o]

What state you guys in? I have a GT98 and Maxa Beam G3-26 I could potentially send for a video. Been wanting someone knowledgeable to do a video on a modern Maxa Beam. Also have both Maxtoch Owleyes V1 & V2.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

I'm in Utah and have been wanting to a video on all of the lights you mentioned...

[@SoCalKev]

Can you do a video on pocket throwers iE Sofirn IF19 Wurkkos TS also Niwalker N01 it has a small tight hotspot!

[@betara_indera_gunung_timur]

any of these can survive wet condition? i mean, like dropped into snow, or a puddle, or or seawater. or at the very least, rain? tbh, i was really hoping for a dip test when i saw the river @ 16:36.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

The Acebeam is waterproof (IPX8), the other are all IP56 or less - meaning they can get wet, but should not be submerged.

[@terratec1001]

16:50 - At about 1/3 down from the top and 1/3 from the right, there's a dot of light going on and off. I wonder what it is... is there someone up there?

[@stek96]

I like the MR 90 flashlight

[@craigirving4100]

Good job Matt

[@slm5292]

Well done!

[@kirov777]

This video shows, who are the industry leaders!

[@user-wc7ly7hh1u]

ACEBEAM X90 will eventually make that ranking😏😏

[@kirov777]

I sell them all! I have them all and they are the best!

[@randomescu]

all are useless for an average person, just like my AcebeemK75 (way low lumens buy way more throw). yet i love it all! if you have a vast yard or you are in some kind of 1st responder then those are very usefull.

[@TorchHacker]

15:30 There is now an upgraded IMALENT MS12 Mini-C with USB-C charging and a handle to carry the flashlight.

[@ethan-lumencraft-]

Darn, wish I had mentioned that in the video

[@djkalhed5061]

incredile

[@jmv2015]

I can see the next videos being like ... What is the most brightest AND practical flashlight of 2024 ? cause none of this are due to their size, weigh, heat, battery duration, etc. These are just models for braggin rights of "worlds most brightest".

[@Arcron]

Finish high school before making an account here old tart. Brightest flashlight doesn't have any requirements. It has to be the brightest. That's it. "Bragging Rights". There is nothing brighter out there. Stay off the internet. Who are you to add what size weight heat or battery duration it needs to be? BRIGHTEST. Pick up a dictionary next time.

[@lewiskelly14]

Those performance charts are unclear

[@Jillycut]

$750 for a flashlight 😂

[@tab_use]

with ONE led. multi 😂 scam.

[@PattiPoss]

hell yeah brother thanks for sharing so cool

[@PattiPoss]

i wish i would of bought one or two good flashlights instead of buying a bunch of cheaper ones but i still love collecting flashlights even if they are crap lights compared to these ones

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Honestly at the end of the day, having a bunch of lights you like is more important than numbers and quality.. this is coming from a owner of 2 of the brightest flashlights in the world, small edc modded lights, tons of edc of varying quality.. get what you like, but always try to have one show stopper if you like to impress lol. I did a video on the ms18 vs ms32 for upgrading and beamshots if you are ever curious.. as for the sr32, the specs are optimistic the ms18 comes in at 102,000 lumens avg and the sr32 comes in at 103,000 avg. I’d consider x75 ms18 or ms32.. the sr, I wouldn’t consider.. the sr16 is what I would get over the sr32.

[@PattiPoss]

@@AverageReviewsYT True true i am happy with all my lights and never regreat buying them so thanks for the video and i cant wait till the next one if you could please do a review on the best but cheapest throwers avalible only if you have time

[@AverageReviewsYT]

@@PattiPoss my channel isn’t active anymore, due to living situations and time. If you want a solid cheap contender for high throw budget, my favorite edc is the Thrunite catapult mini v1 (or v2). Up from that in size for edc I’d go with the wurkkos ts11 (or ts11s). Convoys c8+ has some solid options and beyond that we’re talking can sized, and for that I’d go with a Thrunite midsize light. ( like the catapult pro or the v6) beyond that, and we’re talking dedicated expensive throwers..

[@PattiPoss]

well now these do cost some money but most people spend 500 dollars a month or more just on food so a 500.00 dollar flashlight is allot of money just for a light but its the worlds brightest light so for that to me it would be worth 500 dollars all day long but yeah thats just me tho if i had over 500 dollars to spend i would deffinitly buy one of these brightest lights so thanks for sharing

[@PattiPoss]

tell MATT everyone on here said HI