AstroLux MF02 Flashlight Review!

This is another excellent quality flashlight from AstroLux with their MF02 thrower! This thing has incredible beam range and is performing as good as light 3 times its price! This is hands down one of the best throwers you can buy for under $100 at this time.
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[@atbglenn]

Hi Charles, I ordered one based on your review. Thanks! I now have over 60 flashlights. I have issues... lol!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Your welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@atbglenn]

It came today. What a nice flashlight! I can't wait till tonight.

[@phillipkramer1897]

I also have similar issues

[@Yongeks24]

I got one and i really like it. For the price i paid its a great deal. I really like the ui on this light very easy to use.

[@nicksixer]

just got the MF02...its more power than I could ever need...trespassers leave my property right away, they probably think aliens are trying to abduct them

[@CharlesBridgTec]

nicksixer Thanks for watching!

[@MrTr3D]

Very nice light Charles. Incredibly super bright. Good that you got it before the price went up.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Blackbolt2099 _ Thanks for watching!

[@billace90]

Charles: Your reviews as usual, are excellent. I would respectfully suggest if you could later on use a camera with zoom, so when you are reviewing a powerful thrower we could better appreciate with clarity the range of the light. Thanks and keep up those reviews!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

I list distances in my Facebook group Flashaholics Anonymous using a digital zoom degrades video quality. Thanks for watching!

[@user-sn6vg5cx3m]

Thank you for your help in choosing .

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@MsKatiepeter]

Charles, does yours have thermal paste under the driver retaining ring? Mine did. Forum members recommend wiping it off to improve voltage.

[@ChrisJohnson-ht3gx]

I’ve never seen so many commercials in a video before. Nice review

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Ads help fund my channel so I can continue to bring more reviews. Thanks for watching!

[@MrM2hb]

I have one and for the money it is great.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Mr M2HB Thanks for watching!

[@darksanches999]

Would like to see led flashlight BLF GT (BLF special giga thrower) Thank you very much for the review!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

darksanches999 I hope to get the Lumintop BLF soon

[@dbmjr3157777]

Hi Charles, nice review., quick inquiry for me, what is the distance of the "palm tree out there". Thank you very much.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Distances are posted in my Facebook group on everything in the wilderness. Thanks for watching!

[@geecrawdad]

Thanks for your videos. I like this Astrolux a lot but I'm looking at the Acebeam K70 too and am wondering if the price difference ($79 vs $169) is an indication of quality. Both look great in the videos. Price is an important factor but I don't want something that's half the price and fails within a year. What do you think? Thanks!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

@@bienoubien6700 Seems that he already answered it himself. He wants my opinion?

[@MrBlackdragon1230]

Incredible light for the money for sure. Have you ever considered doing a video on your collection? By now you have quite the collection.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

I don't have that many! LOL :-P

[@jessejohnson294]

Roughly how many flashlights have you got

[@BASSstarlet]

What batteries are recommended for this flashlight?I have 4 NCR's can i use them?

[@BASSstarlet]

After a little search i have found that i can use these batteries :)

[@PatrickFCBronsema]

I have protected "Liitokala 18650 3500mah 35a" cells and unprotected "Bestkalint IMR 18650 batterij 3500 mAh 60a" cells. Witch can I use in this flashlight?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Depends on protection on your cells and length of them. Those are 10A cells. Never use Pulse rate when purchasing cells. I recommend unprotected cells.

[@kellycook4230]

Great dtuff !

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@PatrickFCBronsema]

You use in you review unprotected 18650 cells. Can I use protected 18650 cells?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

You can but they need to be 15A or it could trip the batteries protection circuit. Unprotected cells are what AstroLux recommends. Thanks for watching!

[@mortuus4601]

what batteries flat tops or button tops to use?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

mortuus I go over this in the video. Thanks fir watching!

[@jbr84tx]

When they say 3000 lm for 2.5 hours, does that mean it maintains 3000 lumen output for all that time, or when does it drop to 1800?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

This light depending on your batteries used will cycle down alittle but maintain about 2200 lumens but as batteries drain light output will drop. This has very good heat sinking for extended runtimes. Thanks for watching!

[@thomasthomas34]

Hi Charles,I need one.But i am Confucius which is the best Astrolux MF02 cw or Imalent RT35 cw or other? Your review is very good. Please replay now.Thanks

[@CharlesBridgTec]

RT35 performance is better than the MF02. Plus being smaller is nice. One of my favorite throwers at the moment for its size. Thanks for watching!

[@thomasthomas34]

Thanks for your advice.If i am purchasing RT35 from banggood that is original na ?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

@@thomasthomas34 I did a review of this RT35 on my channel including link with a large discount code which will save you $40 off. Check it out. Thanks for watching!

[@DXMagician411]

how do you get bang good to send you products to review?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

jo blazer Come join my Facebook group Flashaholics Anonymous to find out more on the subject of flashlights! Thanks for watching!

[@reicajacobe9257]

is it worth buying now 2022 ? over a l21a sft40 ?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Still is a great thrower for the price and build quality. Thanks for watching!

[@Brennonicolini]

How does this compare to the acebam k70 or the thrunite tn42? Numbers are too good to be true at this price point.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Brennonicolini Numbers are almost spot on. This is the best thrower you can buy at this price which is much cheaper than the rest. Thanks for watching!

[@Brennonicolini]

Charles BridgTec thinking of getting one. Guess we’ll see. Thank you!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Brennonicolini Your Welcome!

[@joemomma6607]

can u you use higher amperage batteries like the LG HG2 18650 3000mAh 20A Battery?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yes you can. Thanks for watching!

[@joemomma6607]

@@CharlesBridgTec TY

[@rikkygunawan7893]

Hi Charles, do you have Nitecore P30 Compact Thrower ?. could you please do a review on it?. thanks

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yes coming soon!

[@nicksixer]

Rikky, I have the P30...amazing throw and brightness for such a small light

[@damaylaphoenix1155]

I have the p30 , it is nice but I am not impressed with the range . I also have the ec4gt. I don't know if I got a over achieving example but its rated at 475 meters and it shoots just as far. the p30 have a slightly wider hot spot and spill (not enough to justify the larger bezel) but its dirtier. a lot of bleeding. the ec4gt beam is tighter and the hot spot has no bleeding . its as clean as a good pair of binoculars. also the ec4gt feel awesome in the hand and is unbelievably lite . I smile when I pick it up and lol when I turbo. it look like a alien tool. a lightsaber when it on. if your not going to mount on a gun , I would go with the ec4gt or ec4gts (coming soon). I own 10 nitecore lights and 25 flashlights total and pound for pound, the nitecore ec4gt is the best thrower for the size.

[@nicksixer]

Damayla Phoenix, I have the EC4GT as well. It is a tad longer and heavier than the P30 and the EC4GT uses 2 batteries compared to the one battery in the P30. I love my EC4GT and it does have plenty of tight bright throw, seemingly hotter spot than the P30, but the P30 is 14 mm shorter, and despite the extra girth in the head still fits comfortably in the pocket. I just ordered the Astrolux MF02 which judging by the video throws longer and brighter than either...not a pocket thrower but I needed something under 100 bucks that would chase folks off my property...The P30 and EC4GT do a pretty good job of that but I need a super-annoying beam that will scare them off and keep them off.

[@theresakwiatkowski4433]

Will this accept 8 cr123a batteries?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

No. Thanks for watching!

[@user-sn6vg5cx3m]

What a difference between Mateminco MT35 and Astrolux MF02

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Their name. Thanks for watchng!

[@hmoob21stcentury]

Have you compare this to the Nitecore TM38?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Lex L The TM38 throws farther and has a wider spill. Thanks for watching!

[@nicksixer]

but the TM38 is over 360 bucks..this one is under 150

[@CharlesBridgTec]

nicksixer ....means nothing when you want the best in every way. LOL

[@marlonecp]

Hi Charles I just got my mf02 and I have a question please? I was just testing my mf02 and on the turbo I get red indicate to fast like 3 minutes ,do you think is normal? How long take to you get red indicate on you mf02 on turbo?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

What batteries are you using?

[@marlonecp]

Panasonic18650 high drain 3400mah flat top

[@marlonecp]

I sent you video on your Instagram if u can look it up please and let me know if my battery is bad or something wrong with my mf02 thanks

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Those are not quite strong enough. LG HG2 will do better. Take care.

[@marlonecp]

Thanks 👍🏻

[@gilsoncarvalho3317]

Hello friend, this flashlight is the same Mateminco mt35? an appearance is identical

[@CharlesBridgTec]

This is what I have heard. Maybe a subsidiary company? Thanks for watching!

[@gilsoncarvalho3317]

@@CharlesBridgTec Between a mt35 mateminco and an imalent rt35 which has the longest range in meters?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

@@gilsoncarvalho3317 The AstroLux MF04 is the same as the MT35 which is 2043 meters of throwing power which is really hard to beat it even today. Check out my review of it. Thanks for watching!

[@phillipkramer1897]

Why don't you get a Polarion PH50 HID or the night reaper HID. The lumen count isn't as high but the reflector puts out throw and flood. It also doesn't need any time to reach full out put or warm up.

[@phillipkramer1897]

You can really break peoples bank accounts with these lights.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Phillip Kramer I have one HID light thats 12 years old. Takes a ton of batteries and runtimes are horrible. HID is so yesterday. LED has now passed HID for a frw years now. Thanks for watching!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Phillip Kramer My HID light cost over $1200 dollars 12 years ago. So LED lights are very affordable. Thanks for watching!

[@edgarmendoza4112]

Have you found something else since this video? Meaning a great thrower for the money

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Not really but a lot of them that beat it. Thanks for watching!

[@70Halfcab]

Just ordered two as Christmas presents with the black Friday deal, thanks Charles and excellent review :-)

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Did you use my links?

[@70Halfcab]

I think so, I clicked on a link that took me there but not sure, can you further explain.

[@70Halfcab]

It was the link in your first post that's highlighted in blue.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

@@70Halfcab Ok I don't see two orders of those lights in my affiliate. Did you just purchase them recently?

[@70Halfcab]

Maybe an hour ago, can PM you my invoice if you need it for commission or something.

[@be4885]

I have one but turbo mode has a problem

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Oh no, check your batteries. Thanks for watching!

[@aliaga9593]

bu fener kendi sinifinda cok iyi 4x18650 3:5 saat turbo konumda isik veriyor. imalent ve nitecore ayni lumen'i 2 saat dayandiriyor, ama bu astrolux led omrunu yazmamis ??

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@mukremineroglu6243]

Önerir misin ? Fiyatı şu aralar 800 tl civarı.

[@yannisbossis7153]

Can you run flat-top protected batteries?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yannis Bossis Yes you can but depends on protection circuit of batteries... Most are about 10A but some are up to 15A. What batteries are you using?

[@yannisbossis7153]

Ι was thinking of the Efest IMR 18650, (3500mAh, 20A, 65.4 mm). They are flat top, semiprotected. Probably the best battery in the market.

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yannis Bossis Best? They are very good rewrapped cells. OEM cells are the best you can buy. Thanks for watching!

[@nicksixer]

Is this your best thrower? I am looking for the most annoying beam to chase folks off my property (under $130)

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Not the best for this price but the Niwalker would be what I recommend if you want to pay that much for the thrower. Thanks for watching!

[@nicksixer]

Charles BridgTec I couldn't find the Niwalker for under $130 (most sell for over 160) so I'll probably go with the MF02 since your discount code brings it down to only $88...thanks again!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

nicksixer Did you use my discount code?

[@nicksixer]

Charles BridgTec I clicked the link you posted and got a price of $169...is that the discounted price or is there another step to get it lower?

[@nicksixer]

I used your discount code for the Astrolux MF02 at BG.. price is $81 total out the door with free shipping

[@nickmartin8495]

Strongest light I’ve ever owned

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@poohtabp4770]

CW OR NW

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Poohtab P This is the CW version which I prefer when it comes to dedicated throwers. Thanks for watching!

[@dadas25aydn48]

Harika

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Thanks for watching!

[@dadas25aydn48]

Çok güzel

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yes it is. Thanks for watching!

[@ABD.ODEH.2024]

MF02S ...6750 LM??

[@CharlesBridgTec]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fai9q6ypa5x8Y5Y here is my review of the MS02S. Thanks for watching!

[@bendari]

Light isn't available yet!!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

bendari Shows in stock and will ship withon 24 hours. Thanks for watching!

[@FreakzRitual]

better watch out might be calling out to the aliens up there

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Yeah I know that's why I did not aim it for long! :-)

[@SovereignKnight74]

Damn it! Too late! You got the attention of the Coneheads!

[@danieldaniels4168]

i like the Manker MK35 more

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Nothing beats the TM38 from Nitecore! :-)

[@danieldaniels4168]

Charles BridgTec hmmm the Manker throws further and has more cd/lux ;) and the price is much much more affordable

[@CharlesBridgTec]

LOL the Manker MK35 is selling for $150 verses AstroLux MF02 at $85. So your affordable argument is null. :-)

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Also the AstroLux CD/LUX is Peak Beam Intensity: 630,000 The Manker Maximum beam intensity: CD/LUX 504,100 So not sure where your getting your information from. Thanks for watching!

[@danieldaniels4168]

i compare it to the Nitecore TM38 because you wrote nothing beats the....... but no problem, thanks for reading and for the review MERRY CHRISTMAS

[@dadas25aydn48]

Hangi ülke

[@CharlesBridgTec]

USA. Thanks for watching!

[@jbr84tx]

Can you start a fire with this light?

[@CharlesBridgTec]

You problably can. Thanks for watching!

[@phillipkramer1897]

Yeah they are getting to be somewhat outdated and when compared to the competition they are absurdly overpriced. Some still aren't able to be beat as far as throw tho. The megaray MR250 125 watt HID long distance spotlight is one of those. I believe these series of lights throw between 2500 and 5500 meters typically and some of there higher end lights can throw close to 5 miles! The price is extremely high just like there specs. Buying a light that starts at 2500 U.S. dollars and I believe can cost up to 10000 makes them not one I am likely to ever purchase. LED lights are lighter, cheaper, and produce far less heat making them the obvious choice for 99.99% of people looking for a high end flashlight with the best features for a somewhat reasonable price. I have a bunch of LED lights and only a couple portable HID lights. I use my HID lights very little lately and haven't bothered replacing the battery in my cheap 55 watt large yellow spotlight. Its reflector is about 7" in diameter and without the battery it weights about the same as my Olight x7 marauder does with batteries. A full charge doesn't last over 45 minutes no matter what and it uses SLA batteries which are pathetic compared to 18650s. Its battery costs $15-20 new and needs replacing every year or two assuming I don't use it much. Probably at best I can get 80-100 charges out of a battery and at worse 30-40. The battery is never suppose to be discharged close to being dead and when its low I am suppose to recharge it immediately. That light throws I believe the same distance as my acebeam X60M. It was only $80 6-8 yrs ago including battery and charger. A few buddies have super expensive $2000+ Xenon lights that are amazingly nice for diving and users that don't care about the cost. I still believe polarion, surefire, and Phoebus brand HID lights have a better combination of throw and flood when compared to led lights with similar maximum outputs. I was wondering what the current king of throw lights under $175 and under $300 not including batteries. Also I am going to be looking for a nice green or blue burning laser pointer preferably under $50. The max I might consider for the laser would likely be $75 not including batteries. I would like a green super bright one priced between $35 and $50 and one better at burning stuff compared with any of my old cheap chinese unbranded ebay ones and I don't want to consider paying anything over $90. Preferably I would like both lasers combined price to come to $100 or less. All items would have to run off 18650s or 26650s. I prefer 18650s tho. I would like your opinion regarding what batteries you prefer most of all too. Thank you for your opinions and your personal views.

[@bendari]

I'm not happy with this light. I have high quality batteries 3500 mAh but they are too FAT to fit inside flashlight. Thy fit inside the battery carrier but not the flashlight. I have other batteries but they don't have the high amps. I will never buy another light with a built in carrier again!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

bendari What batteries are you having issues with? What brand?

[@kibapoohead4633]

From Dec17 to April18 - 3 1/2 months gone up from $85 US Dollars to $125. Thanks Trump...

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Kiba poohead $125 is a retail price so it has nothing to do with Trump... LOL thanks for watching!

[@dann904]

Kiba poohead I see why you go by poohead. Really? Trump?