Mini Flashlight Face-Off: Keychain vs Kube!

[@AutoYoung]

You should've tested those magnets on something else too like a refrigerator cuz modern cars are mostly aluminum and alloys so it could've been your hood as well...

[@TheLochs]

Regarding the magnet. It also depends on the type of steel its on. Certain steels aren't as magnetic as others. I hope that helps.

[@Harald.]

Regarding the magnet, the magnet are equally week on both lights. You are not going to buy a new truck, just to make a cheap light stick to it.

[@SpaceTech54]

Most hoods are aluminum these day - also the placement on light-weight 'steel' might not be your best choice.

[@sonialoves444]

ah yes, i have the keychain light and the magnet sticks quite well to my grill and a metal picnic table i have, no sliding

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

Oh, I am mid editing a review on these, I have purchased 30 of those carabiner ones from 5 different sellers and have been using them for 4 months now. 1. They have a HUGE initial drop off in the first 3 minutes 2. Battery life varies, DRASTICALLY 3. At $2 they are pretty darn great 4. All of the ones I got had good working magnets

[@lifehackertips]

Where do you buy them for $2?

[@TheBootyWrangler]

That drop off is from the LEDs losing efficiency as they heat up. COBs produce a lot of heat due to the diode density on the chip

[@reypascual1415]

Bought wholesale in my country $1 each.

[@atatistcheffs]

I'm surprised you didn't do a battery duration test. Probably not something you usually do on lights but since you're comparing the two I'd be interested to see if the keychain light is really half the duration given it's half the capacity of the cube.

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

I am making a reivew and have tested 20 of the carabiner ones in a battery duration test - results vary significantly. like 2 to 3 times from highest to lowest

[@Metaphile]

I think the keychain was the clear winner here. It’s a shame about the weak magnet. A few things I would like to have seen: 1) how long they take to charge, 2) how long they last on a full charge, 3) how long they can sustain max brightness Love the channel!

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

Out of the 30 I ordered not a single one has had issues with the magnet, probably just a manufacturers defect

[@mirai3263]

I would have liked to see a run time between the two.

[@andreheinz1942]

I would pick the keychain light. You get two for less than the price of one, combined they would probably last about the same length of time.

[@leeboonkang2]

I have one that is basically the same shape but improve with battery indicator and a flip stand. The magnet is maybe abit better but the light is significantly brighter. Go through different online stores, you can definitely find an improve version of whats in the video. I got it at a decent price(around 10USD). For that price im pretty satisfied for a portable, easy to carry light that i can use when situation requires a light. Works as an emergency light i guess since it holds its charge pretty well even after not using it for a long time.

[@shannondore]

They seemed to be similar when it came to brightness but I think I like the keychain better mostly because it's more streamlined, has a good clip, and a stand in the back.

[@ffdtower1]

They are garbage. Bought for Christmas stockings and they break.

[@2degucitas]

​@@ffdtower1 that's too bad

[@jamarti3]

LPT: if you put a drop off super glue on the button location and let it dry, it will provide a good raised bump to make it easier to find at night.

[@tshaffer9681]

I get the best flashlights and push lights from the Dollar Tree. Damn bright. I have push lights up all over the place in my home as well as lanterns for emergencies. My place can be lit up like daylight if the power goes out. Love it.

[@ARPLATINUM]

Curious if the LED array is the same on both. 🤔🤔🤔

[@chadausburn4832]

Your Ford Fusion hybrid (~2017?) has an aluminum hood with some steel inner parts and steel latch. The magnets were trying their best to stick to some steel through the aluminum. A battery test would be nice too. Love your videos!

[@elizabethbrown1276]

It's unlikely I would purchase either one but if I had to pick one it would be the keychain light. I use a cross body purse most of the time and having a small light attached to it is convenient so I don't have to be distracted looking inside my bag for a light. I think it would be a pain remembering to keep it charged for when you might need it.

[@mattsquires2622]

The key chain light is my go-to light when I go hiking. It's so powerful and lightweight for what I need it's perfect

[@clevelandcbi]

Bought a box of 25 pinkie sized lights at Goodwill for $25 for stocking staffers a few months ago. Turns out they're around $50 apiece. They're "tactical" lights designed to clip onto guns, and OMG they're bright. Told my mom I won't complain when she wants to go again.

[@shannondore]

What a great find.😊

[@kwc2086]

I bought the keychain light a few weeks ago for around $3.50. The side of the carabineer is a (weak) bottle opener, and the "stand" flips up a full 180 degrees. I measured the current when it was charging, and I think the battery capacity is closer to 350-400 mAh.

[@the_interim]

How long can it last on any single mode?

[@sublimationman]

I have 4 of the keychain light version and absolutely love them. These are not flashlights so you can't compare them but I use them working around the house, under the sink, under my desk (lots of cables and such) and on mine the magnet is plenty strong to hold the light in place, in fact I store them on vertical surfaces, one is on my fridge, one on a file cabinet and another on a chest freezer, never had an issue with them sliding even with doors or drawers moving all the time. I agree the lumen ratings are fake (just high numbers to impress) but for using them as a utility light like I do (10' away max and normally 3' away) they are perfect. I have not run one out of battery yet but I normally only use them 10-20 minutes at a time, then I recharge. I originally paid like $30 for my first 2 and a year later paid $20 for the second 2.

[@Pienimusta]

Bought one of those keychain lights for about 5€ from Aliexpress. It has two cold white modes, 2 warm whites, and steady and blinking red modes. The magnet was really good also. Best part is the USB-C charging. Superb for the price.

[@laurachicago1866]

Hello from Chicago!My husband and I enjoy all your videos. I have the keychain light and it works for camping walking around in the dark. You forgot to mention it is also a bottle opener.

[@NGMonocrom]

The magnet on my keychain version is a lot stronger than the one you got. While the bottle-opener feature isn't so useful. The carabiner clip feature, definitely is. For what this thing is primarily designed to do, it works well. No regrets buying mine.

[@Hammerchuckery]

Bought a 6 pack of the Keychain Eboot branded version for $30. Marketed as 500 lumens and they've been reliable since Dec 2022. Keep them around on the fridge, one in the car, and one myself. I'd say they're worth it. Only issue is the USB-C port rubber cover. It pops out easily, but it's attached to the keychain.

[@B-Glove]

I did my own review of the keychain light. When I tired to screw in a cold shoe adaptor to mount this light to a camera the entire light came apart in my hands! Since it was already apart I had a look at the components inside. It's one of the most cheaply made lights I have ever seen, the magnet on mine actually came out and stayed stuck to the metal object I attached it to! It's amazing how the luck of the draw dictates reviews.

[@royalrepublican3480]

to me, waterproof mean that no water what so ever can seep through, while water-resistant means that it can withstand water to a certain point. also if you really wanna review lights you can get a Lux meter

[@tobjectpascal]

I think the term you're looking for is "splash proof"

[@johnsmith2589]

I bought a Wuben g2 keychain light with 4 brightness levels, a twist easy disconnect and USB c charging that is really good. It's also really durable.

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Flashalolic on here reviewed the cob keychain light and although they state higher lumens, and it acrually basically does meet it, it throttles output very quick so its still a few hundred lumens max..

[@Suebe1962]

Wow, great timing, I was just looking for a better key change light. I've seen that keychain light on Amazon and was wondering how good it was. I like that it's not as bulking as the Kube, and the light is just as good. Mostly, I would use it to put my key into a mailbox at night and also to put my key into my door at night. It's a plus, that it's chargeable!!! Thanks, James!!!

[@thehoff3189]

The Stream light Ket light 73200 is really nice, and is the size and shape of a key. James reviewed it a year ago during a mini light face off. I love it and also gave it out as gifts for a white elephant.

[@T-Mo_]

Check out the Rovyvon a1

[@FroggyNight]

O-light has an amazing small keychain light. It’s about the size of an old camera battery. So 1/3 of a AA battery perhaps. And it’s rechargeable.

[@atatistcheffs]

Olight i1R 2 EOS is my EDC light, really like it.

[@FroggyNight]

@@atatistcheffs yup. That’s the one. Amazing little light. I’m constantly surprised with their products in not only how bright they are but how long they last. Quick charging too.

[@Keen_Edge]

Olight is my personal choice. I have like 5 of them. Wish they made something like these lights. Obulb isn't quite the same.

[@FroggyNight]

@@Keen_Edge I use an Obulb daily as a soft reading lamp. Did you see the new one they have coming out? It’s got app support.

[@Keen_Edge]

@FroggyNight I DID see the new one. It's more than I want to spend on one. I like the soft light for a few things, but I really want a form factor like the Keychain light from Olight. Brighter and more position-able.

[@Sarafimm2]

I think that keychain would be my choice. You could attach it to a belt loop and it would illuminate where you walk pretty well. Not good enough for a long jog or a jog on the road though--wouldn't want to blind drivers. But good enough for a short job or (dog) walk along the sidewalk. Definitely good enough for a trip to/from the car at night when you're bringing in multiple items and/or need a light plus a free hand to open your locked home door. The wide bright light would make sure there isn't someone hiding nearby.

[@delcorick9967]

The keychain light has a bad runtime, ive used it a few months ago fully charged and dont remember what setting i had it on but i kno it was not on turbo and i was very disappointed in run time, ran for maybe 40 min before it became to dim and in need of charge,, I just resorted back to using my streamlight and finished the job i was doing ( Transmission mount )

[@LiviuDragon]

i have the keychain square flashlight if you turn on and press long for few seconds it set to maximum light

[@craftressc3701]

Hi, can you do a video on updated mops? Which has the best mops? Thanks.

[@PDial]

These are what I would buy in case of power outages.

[@FrancisSims]

Keychain light had a bottle opener I was hoping you'd test

[@hjcdormouse7337]

Key chain awesome for clipping on baby buggy, wheelchair, school kids, and ease of clip means more likely to be quickly relocated and therfore used. I am definitely adding to son in law gift box as he walks home in dark and mainly wears black ergo invisible to car drivers

[@juliencooper177]

I found the keychain light you showed on the sidewalk with its power button seal pushed in. I got a blunt tipped sewing needle and worked it out then put it back in properly so it is at the surface and lets the button press on and off. Works fine. 😊

[@barcham]

I have found that the magnets on most similar LED flashlights are similarly week when it comes to sticking to painted surfaces. They work much better when attached to bare metal, or close to it.

[@SteezyG]

I have the NITECORE TIKI and I use it all through the year. I absolutely love it, aside from usb b and not c....

[@mikeh8228]

I have the key chain flashlight and use it fairly often, but not in my pocket! HA HA I have a carport where I can walk from my back porch on my sidewalk to reach it. At night I have that light on the metal exit door, so I can just take it and without having to turn on the back porch lights, walk down the sidewalk to get to my SUV. I leave it on the metal frame of the carport and if I come back late at night it is handy to take it back to the backdoor of the house, lighting my way. I do not need to see far away, but do need a broad beam to see if any critters are around while walking. Very handy. The magnet on mine is such that I put a lanyard on the carabiner so I can put it on the coat hook on my door, that way it will not fall off if the magnet let go!

[@1time4younme]

Considering the light output and the price, I'd go with the Keychain. You get 2 and it's a little smaller and would be easier to carry. The Kube would be good if someone needed a small power bank and maybe a little longer battery life. As for the clip... if I really wanted the Kube, I'd either take off the round keyring and add a carabiner, or leave the round keyring on and just add a carabiner to that. Then, the Kube would be easier to attach and detach. As always, another cool review. Thanks.

[@brianng8350]

Considering how much the Kube is, they should have included a carabiner; it should not add too much to their cost. But I'm not sure how it feels to have a cube banging against you if you are the outdoor type. The keychain is just less noticable to have around.

[@Wizkid490]

Those keychain ones go for literally $2.30 on Temu. Great little light for that price.

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

I have the keychain light. I keep it in my car as a back up to about 3-4 other flashlights I have in my car, plus I have a nitecore on my keychain. It has come in handy to do small task under the dashboard (once) and under the hood (once). For the price it’s decent and I imagine much easier to carry than the kube. The other of the keychain lights is on my nightstand. Overall I am pleased, I wasn’t it to preform like it does in the advertisement. I’m glad you usually compare items to other similar items.

[@wamrainc176]

As always love your videos, I have a confession. Every time I watch your video I think of breaking bad a.k.a., Walter White. Lol…..please put on a pork pie hat and say “I am the one who reviews” on your next video please lol

[@10191927]

I have an arsenal of Olight flashlights, super bright, magnetic, and very practical. My go-to flashlights I use every single day.

[@eggss2]

Neat, I always find your videos entertaining!

[@deleroth]

How's the bottle cap opener on the keychain light?

[@MegaMachinegunJoe]

So funny thing, the cheap knockoff light looks very similar and practically identical to a light we sell at oreilly auto parts. The magnet is bigger and the light is brighter. I bought 2 of them they're so good.

[@shannondore]

How much are they there?

[@MegaMachinegunJoe]

@@shannondore I think it was like 19.99

[@scorpionregent648]

Freakin' - it's been a year, I would love to know if they actually last or did they break during long term use.

[@laurallewien2165]

At first I thought it was a Kodak cube( lol as in a old school camera flash cube) great video as always James, Happy Saturday 😊

[@Richarddragon22]

I got keychain light from TEMU for $3.49 came with case and charging cord. It kicks butt. Very bright and on high the battery seems to last about 2 hours. I love it I ordered 5 more. For the car, the house and in an emergency bag also one for my EDC.

[@jngobngo]

Please consider making car headlight reviews (specifically LEDs). Amazon has a brand Auxito that look good but there are TONS of sponsored reviews on youtube. I don't need a car guy to review it I need a reliable channel!

[@Whigu]

That cube also have flat "side" so you can put it to same way as the keychain light. Did you do any kind of runtime test with them?

[@BRBTechTalk]

4:49 Lumens are not watts, it is light output at certain distance. You have to look at the details to see at what distance they achieve the lumens they claim. 300 lumens could be at 30 cm or 1 meter or 3 mm. Does North America have a set Lumens standard? Lumens is not metric but we should have been taught lumens in grade school as it measures light output better than the watts of a incandescent light. I am a photographer, I understand lumens and kelvin ... We have fallen into a trap that LED confuses people. In our heads we associate brightness to watts, a 100 watt light bulb is brighter than a 40 watt light bulb, we should have been taught, lumens as children now a whole generation is confused.

[@Phuna420]

Wait, was that a bottle opener on the keychain light? Great review as always. ❤

[@MUNYMAN3787]

Is the bottle opener any good

[@T-Mo_]

Recommend the Rovyvon a1 off Amazon. Up to 650 lumnens on a tiny light is amazing for $15-20. I have a couple and bought many as gifts.

[@robertthompson5084]

I have the A3 and agree they're amazing for the size. Only issue I have is I went from a AAA light to this, and the Rovyvon has to be charged about once a week or 2 vs the AAA which I could get about a month out of it before having to replace the battery. They don't last long at all... but again, a miracle for the size.

[@arcadewizard79_gamer2k22]

I got keychain light for Christmas and I find it OK its good for camping or fishing I don't no if anyone has mentioned it also has a bottle opener

[@zwordsman]

I wonder how hard iti si to remove that battery? I want the flashlight concept but the magnetics I do not need in my backpack

[@edkinj]

The kube is awesome. I have one i used for camping works great. Keeping up the good work.

[@sonialoves444]

i actually have this two pack of keychain lights,,takes awhile to charge but seems to last a long time. i like it so much, it works awesomely..i really like having one in my car, very bright. i use the other one outside at my grill mostly the magnets seem to be a bit stronger than the ones you got and sticks to my grill quite strongly without sliding. anyway,,,i thoroughly enjoyed this freakin review. love the channel, thanks!!!

[@BARNEY_1337]

keychain light also advertises the bottle opener on the frame .. for mobilbility the keychain light wins for me .. plus you get 2 of them .. 👍

[@BlakeWhite1989]

I really enjoy your videos man... Thanks for the content!

[@kevinchua464]

Is that a bottle opener on the keychain light?

[@VampireOnline]

I’d be very curious of what that line looks like without the case on it. I know you don’t take things apart but I bet they are exactly the same inside.

[@EmeraldHill-vo1cs]

Bought a headlamp from Aldi it looks to have same brightness, but they say its only 140 lumens, How do you test lumens properly?

[@BRIAN-bn3bm]

How many hours to take fullcharge those flashlight?

[@justcheryl1809]

I have the key chain light and I really like it when its dark and you need a light it works well and is very handy.

[@Splagnate]

The Maglite brand makes an identical product to the keychain one. I wonder if it’s better than the generic one.

[@kendiholloway2378]

Just wondered if this works hanging on a hook in the car? Or does it require a human to hold it?

[@MrTJ1695]

doesnt the key chain one have a bottle opener on the corner too?

[@ohioknifelover]

The only thing I have to say is that with the lumen test of those and the ThruNite are all measured differently. Some are measured up to the light or a distance away so the lumen test is subjective. Some lights like the ThruNite are "throw" lights meaning they're meant for distances while the two keychain lights are a "flood" type.

[@jdii5698]

Did you test how long they last?

[@gamingtonight1526]

American prices are so high!. Most things shown in these videos are available in the UK (or variations of) for about 1/3rd the price. For example, my keychain torch was bought at the British equivalent of the Dollar Store! By the way, concentrated light looks brighter than wide lights, as the light isn't as dispersed. That's why the torch seemed brighter.

[@AshYusof]

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this but the keychain one’s magnet will improve significantly once you fold the built in stand out of the way. Source: I have 3 of these (paid the equivalent of USD3 each)

[@Dtr146]

I got one of these for a couple dollars from the little bin places that take Amazon returns. For a couple of dollars it's amazing. I keep it in my car for when I need it.

[@Dtr146]

I just learned that my keychain late has a fourth mode from this video

[@samijoukainen8289]

How long they burn fully loaded?

[@dancingwiththedogsdj]

I have to remember to get one of these one day, the one with the better outdoor beam and then just swap out the magnet and it would be damn near perfect!!! I don't expect it to last forever, but I promise it would be used and live a full life! ❤️😁 And someone make one with a better switch, little bigger battery and charge a fair price, now TAKE MY MONEY!!! 🍻😂 And I need 5... Even 20 or 30 a pop would be worth it if decent. Maybe I'm just old.

[@robest334]

Anyone with the keychain/carabiner light, can you use the light while being charged by a powerbank?

[@PhearaXT]

The Kodiak also made this same design on the keychain light.

[@ucitymetalhead]

I have that one with the carabiner clup and it is ok but can't maintain the brightness for any time, you can literally see it stepping down very quickly.

[@dasfreakster]

You could use both to find your beer, but the keychain light has a bottle opener you can use to open it. :)

[@speca]

I have seen that keychain light everywhere in the internet!

[@humphh]

I have the keychain light. I liked better because it was usb c. You can also use it as a bottle opener.

[@DJK2469]

You also forgot to mention that the keychain light also has a bottle opener next to the clip.

[@Strangerer69]

Keychain, fits in pocket and has a bottle opener for the win. Beer never goes out of style.

[@Keen_Edge]

My keychain light literally came in today. Watching the video with it in my hand.

[@24blade00724]

You should do a comparison of light meters, then you would have a light meter to test Flash lights in the future.

[@Q80vaper]

I bought this key chain with a lighter 3 days ago and it worked shockingly well!

[@mak450]

I could not be convinced by any early means that these aren't built by the same company. The build of the LEDs, the similar brightness levels, and the similarly weak magnets give it away. Other than that, I think I'd go with the 2 keychains

[@brtalk9997]

that keychain light made a sweet sound when it fell in the water

[@TheCommanderNZ]

I think you should invest in a Lumens tester as I think you will find most of your torches are all lying about the lumens they say they are.

[@TravisLunsford]

i never had a mini flash light befor. but i got a red flash light and pink flash light and 2 black flash light and they are waterproof and they sill work good.

[@joshuasharrock466]

So they both only come lemon flavored? The starburst lover in me is so disappointed

[@TRAVELLEROFWORLDS]

Those keychain flashlights are interesting. They're about the size of my own headlamps. I like Mag Lights more.

[@beez1717]

I wonder if they are using the same LED array, which is why they are so similar.

[@brunosuarez7]

The crack on the cube is a huge deal! It severely compromises its water resistance. So I would fail it on the drop test.

[@hansielategan969]

May let a little water in, but will not have any affect. You can strip a LED light to its bare skeleton and it still works under water. Just don't have a broken cover on the battery...

[@zwordsman]

Yakno the carabiner one. If they remove the magnetics, and made it also a electric lighter. That'd be hella cool

[@Derrick.12]

I bought the cube light and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I've used it countless times

[@Dan-eb2xq]

The keychain one also has a built in bottle opener

[@jzerocat23]

Checkout the nitecore tiny 2 flashlight, really small and 500 lumens with an oled display for a real time countdown for how long you have

[@bluelionfur7252]

Cool review thanks bud

[@alfieandgracefuntimes8144]

Most important key chain miss was the bottle opener lol

[@d.s.8968]

Super test 👏