Olight Baton 3 Plus Charging Case - Full Review

[@2fast2block]

You give better info than the rest. Love your details that others miss in giving.

[@JonGadget]

🙏 thank you

[@joeframo3347]

Another great flashlight review we're here for you 👍

[@yhsh1874]

Bought the Trustfire MC1 couple years ago and still use it every day. A true underdog that is highly underrated imo. Less than half the price of the olight baton III and very robust. Dropped it loads of times but just keeps chugging along. Nice uniform light as well, even more uniform than the olight baton TWO, though cannot speak of this gen three. It has all the bells and whistles the olight has too, like magnetic tail and magnetic charging. Same power in terms of lumens as the baton two, same size and even a tad lighter at 49 grams. Also, the olight two used to drop from turbo into lower mode after just a minute or so, while the mc1 burns at least a couple minutes b4 dropping down.

[@gracelee8499]

Excellent review. You covered everything. Liked and subscribed!❤

[@thomashorvat9730]

I have Baton 3 and I absolutely love this thing! You can see and feel the premium this light comes with. If you can get behind the cost which can be a bit more than some other similar lights this size on market, you set yourself up for proper edc light without disappointment at all. Everything feels so great about it. Ps: moonlight mode is awesome and there's so many situations where it's just "perfect"

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback Thomas

[@donaldstrader7241]

@Brandon Pausta I checked my manual and the "WARRANTY *** Baton 3 Wireless Charger: Two Years." So I would contact customer service and request a replacement. Mine have been fine although I did get a charging case on which one of the indicator lights did not function properly. IIRC I took a short video showing this. They replaced it and they have all been working fine since then. Perhaps I should note that despite the malfunctioning indicator light, the charging case would actually work.

[@augustusgloop9330]

Does the beam go pretty far?

[@thestig007]

Great video. Moonlight mode should be on every light. It's nice to not ruin your night vision and just be able to navigate indoors safely. Once you're outside, you can turn the flashlight up a little to see further.

[@JonGadget]

very true 👍

[@sda4jesus1]

I wish all substantial (bigger than keychain) lights had programmable lumen outputs. I want at least a solid low with my first press; otherwise it's a superfluous click imo.

[@fossilimprint2954]

Thank you for a thorough review.

[@trshuster]

Thanks for the reviews!

[@donaldstrader7241]

I enjoyed the review. You mentioned the medium 60 level lasting for 7.5 hours which would be a good level if one had a long hike at night. I just thought I would point out that if the light was not fully charged or the hike was longer than that, one could continue with the Baton 3 in the case, as it will stay lit. In other words pass through charging works. That also works with higher levels too, but I think it is better to be careful. It is only recently that the Baton 3 was used less for my EDC as I have been carrying the Olight Perun 2 mini neutral white right angle light/headlamp [1.9 oz w battery]. One thing that makes the Perun 2 mini NW such an excellent EDC, besides its usefulness in sitting it around as a light, is that one does not have to remove the clip to use it in the headband [1.2 oz] as a headlamp. I use the timer function on both of these flashlights. I am hoping that Olight will produce a charging case for the Perun 2 mini, that will also accommodate the Baton 3, and act as a powerbank. That would be a lot more convenient than using the Baton 3 and its charging case to charge the battery and then switch batteries. Plus the powerbank feature, as another commented desired, would make it a must carry.

[@JonGadget]

Great feedback and comments. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@JCreole]

This light is perfect for camping…Can recharge it in its case and perfect as a headlamp on my hat, magnet works on my canopy and moonlight perfect for inside the tent.

[@jeffgaboury3157]

I've watched quite a few of your reviews of late and I am very much enjoying your content. Very thorough and well organized reviews and well-researched with accurate information. Thank you!

[@JonGadget]

Thank you Jeff 🙏

[@georgedavall9449]

Why don't you go on and Subscribe? Be a nice bloke!

[@sda4jesus1]

The largest Achilles heel of this setup is that the charging case has no way to charge other devices (e.g.; phone) in a pinch. That ability would up it's edc practicality significantly, as it would allow the 'going-minimal' option of leaving the dedicated powerbank brick at home on shorter jaunts.

[@hotchihuahua1546]

Good point , that will probably be incorporated into the Baton 4 .

[@765outdoors]

I think if that was to be added. Personally I would prefer a 5kmah battery either a replaceable 21700 or even a li-po. Yes larger size but in an esc role that that it may not be so bad

[@sda4jesus1]

@@765outdoors The larger capacity will give you confidence as power demands increase.

[@floppinfish]

Can you use usb c to usb c? Would that work?

[@donaldstrader7241]

@@floppinfish Yes, C to C charging for the charging case itself works. I just plugged it in, after reading your question, and the red charging light comes on. A good question as I have had this issue with some other devices that want USB A to C, but will not work with USB C to USB C. The Olight O'Pen2 will also work USB C to USB C and it has a very small battery, so obviously the ability is a design/firmware issue which can be handled. The Olight Gober emergency light/flasher will not work USB C to USB C, it requires USB A to USB C.

[@ELaster1]

Another perfect video, Sir 😊 KZbin recommended me an older video of yours and it really shows how much you improve, even though I thought the content was always top notch quality! Kind of reminded me an expression in Hebrew "start running as fast as you possibly can, and then pick up the pace"

[@JonGadget]

Thanks Eyal, great to know you can see the difference as I am learning with each video and hopefully improving with each one too 🤞

[@argus.]

Great video review about this flashlight. Thank you. It supports my purchasing decission for this device so much.

[@JonGadget]

you're welcome Christian

[@hughwolfe1176]

Excellent review, thank you… Subscribed

[@JonGadget]

Thank you, and welcome to the channel 🙏

[@floppinfish]

I just got mine. I love everything about it. The moonlight mode is my favorite. I go camping a lot. And need just a little light to read a book in my tent. My other head lamps that I use are way to bright. Even with the red light on my head lamp. This baton 3 at 1/2 lumen. Is going to be perfect. But still has the brighter settings if I need them.

[@andrewarthurmatthews6685]

How nice to find an English man reviewing this torch

[@MacDaddyC7Z06]

The color is insane

[@joeframo3347]

Hey John I like your watch it looks like a Gorman or a sunnto watch 💕

[@andrewarthurmatthews6685]

Just ordered the red one!!

[@TomRGadget]

Great review - I like this flashlight so much I bought 2, orange and black both with the charging case. Looks like you’re sporting a Garmin Instinct Solar in graphite camo, which is what I’m wearing as I type this. Another flashlight to consider for a review is the Olight Warrior mini 2, which is probably the best overall flashlight I’ve ever had. It’s a bit large for EDC at least in the summer, but with the reversible pocket clip, tail-switch and side switch, is extremely flexible for overall use.

[@JonGadget]

Loving the Baton 3 so far and Garmin Instinct is perfect for me 👍😄

[@FreedomFox1]

I’ll second the Warrior Mini 2 suggestion. I’ve never been an Olight person, but they really nailed it with that one. I like the “Mountain Sky” version so much I might just buy a backup.

[@TomRGadget]

@@FreedomFox1 I got the bronze warrior Mini 2 first, then liked it so much I got the Mountain Sky version.

[@jinxjones5497]

I love this torch. I have a red one but I'm tempted to buy the new ocean camo one due to go live in a few days. Don't know if this is the one that i get the charging case for but i will certainly buy another in another colourway

[@Ptrmndza]

Can you do a video of all the things on the shelves? They look interesting

[@JonGadget]

I’ve been asked this quite a bit! So I think I should do this. I just need to work out how best to do it 😄

[@Bodestone]

Also noticed from your night shots, the first 2 were almost completely spot and no flood. clean light borders

[@davidvavra9113]

Thanks again for another great review

[@name5949]

A fantastic little EDC multi purpose flash light and a outstanding review thanks for sharing with us 👍🏻

[@JonGadget]

Thanks William 👍

[@joeframo3347]

Hey John we're going to hang out with you today you get a great video 👍💕🏆

[@georgeseriani2482]

This ?ight is so interesting g that I bought it in red with the red case I will have it later this upcoming week

[@stevesinclair4159]

Happy Saturday Jon. I am but a cheapskate & use a simple single AAA battery 5 Lumens LED Duracell "Voyager" as my Flashlight if by any chance I need one in addition to the LED on my default EDC keyring 58mm Midnite Manager knife . It has no keyring but its a flashlight that I only ever carry in my pocket if I will be coming home very late at night. Off Topic but might interest you because you are an Aficionado of the 91mm Compact. I decided to give the Compact another chance & add it to my EDC rotation after I removed the 'boring' red front scale & replaced it with a Royal Blue front scale, I left the red Plus back scale intact but replaced the toothpick with the Firefly ferro rod, added a tinder spiral & mini-screwdriver to the corkscrew & replaced the large split ring with the small split ring that I prefer on all my SAK's and put on it a green nylon cord / black SAK logo bead. I must say it looks quite handsome as a Bi-Colored Gentleman's pocket knife & I carry it either in an artificial leather pocket slip or in the ticket/coin pocket of my Jeans.

[@JonGadget]

Hi Steve, good to hear from you. For power and duration I find that ‘normal’ batteries are way behind lithium. Compact sounds perfect, I’m still loving mine.

[@eatmelily]

I just purchased this combo in the U.S. on "Black Friday" sale, for 65.99, just like getting the charging case for me. The only negative I can think of is.........It would have been nice if they had included a pouch with a belt loop to fit the charging case. As is, it's too big to go comfortably in your pocket. I don't know how often you would possibly need it all, but I'm the kind of person, if it has the charger, I want it with me. It shouldn't be hard to find a codura case with a belt loop though.. I'm betting there are going to be cases coming out shortly, that will hold it all...Great Review, Thank you....

[@Bbiilllyy]

There is a pouch that olight sells for the charging case.

[@eatmelily]

@@Bbiilllyy Wow, I didn't know that, Thank you, I will check it out...

[@miche613]

Unbiased review

[@JonGadget]

yes

[@LKN4WAR]

Very nice light and set up, I do wish the 188650 in the charge case could be user replaced. I guess size is why they used the18650 vs 21700, the 700 would have been outstanding as far as power reserve. Also wish the baton itself had a non proprietary battery. An 18350 would have been ideal. Right now all the batteries are sold out on olight website. The USB C is a plus.

[@TheTomaszB]

hi John, what trousers are you wearing in this video? great review!

[@andrewarthurmatthews6685]

Maybe when they update this model IMO it would be very useful if the battery pack / torch holder could come with a facility to fit a belt clip .

[@johnbauman4005]

Hi Jon, Is it safe and reasonable to leave the light in the charging case with the charging case plugged in continuously when not in use? I know some if not all Li-Ion cells have a recommended storage state somewhere between fully charged and fully depleted - 60 - 70%? Some of my other devices that use Li-Ion cells recommend periodically topping them off/depleting them monthly ot qiartetly. Seems a bit of a hassle when one owns multiple lights/batteries. Thanks for your thoughts. Kind regards, John

[@JonGadget]

Hi John, I don't know enough about the safeguards built into the charging circuit for the product. As a rule I don't leave anything on permanent charging unless I know it is designed accordingly. Sorry I can't be more help.

[@oo-oe4km]

what watch are you wearing? do a review on it!

[@JonGadget]

Ha! Bluedot is a science and music festival in the UK - actually it's back this year - check it out 👍

[@echernosky]

Thank you for another great review. Are you aware of the 3 minute and 9 minute auto shutoff timers built into this light? Keep up the great reviews!

[@JonGadget]

Thank you - no I'm not - I will check this out though thank you

[@echernosky]

@@JonGadget With the light on, quick press, release and press and hold. If the light flashes one time, you have activated the 3 minute timer. Repeat the process again to have light flash twice which activates the 9 minute timer. Enjoy!

[@georgedavall9449]

@@echernosky Ed, you a man of wisdom, oh yeah! Good job!

[@donaldstrader7241]

I use the timer feature frequently when going to bed.

[@ej8688]

Cool review 👌 saved me hours of reading 💪😀

[@janodewald6087]

Very nice review. I was lucky enough to win a Baton 3 in blue when Olight Germany did sort of a giveaway on KZbin. I used an SR2 Baton 2 before in my nightshifts as a nurse and now I use the Baton 3 for both private and work use mostly. The magnetic bottom is great to put it on metal parts of a bed and let it shine to the ceiling so I don't need to turn on the big lights and got my hands free. And the tailstand itself is rock solid as well. One may dislike Olight for using proprietary batterys or being pricy, but I use their lights a lot and they never let me down. Thank you for the video!

[@JonGadget]

Thank you Jan for the feedback and real world use 👍

[@ancientruby7116]

Hello, with its very first charge, do you charge the charger up with or without the battery in? Many thanks :)

[@chrisohanlon69]

I don't understand the 3.7 times thing, what happens after that?

[@JonGadget]

I believe I was talking about how many times the case charges the flashlight - then it will need charging

[@chrisohanlon69]

Oh, I see so the case also has a rechargeable battery.

[@allemander]

1:00 There’s also a limited-edition BLUE.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for info. I never saw that one 👍

[@allemander]

@@JonGadget Also, Olight calls your version “purple gradient”. 😉👍🏼

[@JonGadget]

@@allemander I used ‘graduated’ I think when I probably should have said gradient 🤔

[@doejon9424]

I have a question.. well two. First, is the 200 extra lumen very noticeable? Is this worth replacing the Baton II that is still fully functional ? Secondly.. I much prefer the "pyramid texture" on the Baton II.. can this Baton 3 accept the bottom pyramid tail cap of the Baton II ? I don't like the texture & missing lanyard hole on the Baton 3. Hoping they are interchangeable! Thanks for the in depth review!

[@JonGadget]

Hi. Many thanks for the comment. Unfortunately I don't own the Baton II so I can't do a side by side comparison I'm afraid. I think it might be hard to justify a change form the Baton II if it is working fine though.

[@doejon9424]

@@JonGadget Hmm. Well thanks for your input. I might hold off for now. My Baton II works fine for now & I love the pyramid grip. The premium charger is tempting though!

[@eatmelily]

I've seen comparisons between the two...and most have said, if you have the two, you would get a very little upgrade getting the II1, but combo wise it's just too tempting. I believe they offer the charger for sale separately though... I think I like the II better because I believe the high on it, not turbo mode, just high is 600 lumens, and the III is only 300....

[@AGC828]

I have an old 2014 Baton S10....don't know why i bought it...heh...being such a compact light. doesn't really sit in the hand well. You hae to hold it like a pen...mine luckily runs on a CR124....I like that. ..so I don't need to rely on an Olight battery as I do on my B3 Pro (bought in Dec 2022). Can you use CR123' battery in the B3??

[@MrSimonj1970]

It's the only Olight that tempts me, but the price is nuts as usual. Sofirn just released a similar light that's half the price and almost as bright. I prefer USBC to special chargers too.

[@JonGadget]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@eatmelily]

the charger is actually USBC, If you are charging it in the case. As I mentioned about I got the whole kit for 65.99 on a Black Friday sale....

[@claytonalexander9105]

how did it hold on the ball cap? Ive read a few reviews that say it doesnt hold onto the bill of a hat very well, have me slightly concerned.

[@JonGadget]

It seemed OK but I've not tried it in anger - Nitecore T4 holds very well though!

[@donaldstrader7241]

It worked on the bill of my cap just fine a couple of times I tried it. Never went jogging with it though. All I can say is that it worked using it as an improvised headlamp while walking around my yard at night, allowing me to avoid spider webs and such. I have a lot of headlamps so I do not normally use it that way, but I like having the option and it has worked well when I have used it. It is also very comfortable to use it that way. I have tried larger models which also work on the bill of a cap, but they are not as comfortable. As for use on hats which are more protective, they do not generally have a stiff bill like a cap and I have not yet experimented on trying to get that to work.

[@ajackson-ross7295]

Is the plight Batton 2 any gd for cheaper options

[@JonGadget]

I would say so, still a great light

[@ajackson-ross7295]

On my Xmas list for doggie walks

[@JonGadget]

good plan - nice to know it's always charged ready to go

[@johnpearson3572]

I love the mini baton three but cannot leave it in the charging case or will it overcharging kill the battery I wish I could find somebody to answer my question can you please help me is it just for charging or can you stored in it

[@andrewlam426]

Nice ❤

[@ivanckwan]

Can you use baton 3 charging case to charge baton 2 light?

[@ladislavhadrava1282]

Can i change batery in charging case?

[@M7MD_4131]

Thanks! Really high-quality video and super easy to understand!

[@JonGadget]

Thank you 🙏

[@apcwjw]

Good vid. I have a few of these now, the only real drawback versus the S1r II is that it doesn’t run on 3v CR123a primaries anymore.

[@JonGadget]

Good point. Although personally I’m not a massive fan of CR123’s

[@allanbrogdon3078]

I have a $20 light from Walmart it takes the cr123 the battery is a 16340. Cycling I find disposable vapes and some batteries work good. 17350 fits . 850 MAH . The negative side needs reinforcement with metal so installing the cap doesn't damage the negative terminal.

[@ajackson-ross7295]

Is thrunite t1 any gd

[@JonGadget]

It looks good on paper but I have not tested it

[@nathanshiba6866]

Just curious. Did you buy the Olight, or were you given it for free?

[@JonGadget]

As mentioned in the video it was supplied on request for the purposes of a review.

[@nathanshiba6866]

@@JonGadget Understood. A freebie. Thumbs down.

[@JonGadget]

@@nathanshiba6866 I can see you didn't watch the video otherwise you would have known, as it was clearly stated - so out of interest why the 'thumbs down'?

[@NoNo-uy2bq]

@@nathanshiba6866 his review is hardly biased is it?

[@tyronewalker5764]

Never saw the point in the case, as I've been charge packs on all Batons.

[@anter881]

Yesss new upload!

[@slo_carry]

I ended up purchasing 2 because I just had to have the blue Baton 3.

[@JonGadget]

I think that makes you a collector!

[@damienm8416]

Good vid . I have the S2R wich is probably my first and last Olight i will get with their overpriced proprietary battery .

[@JonGadget]

Thanks got the feedback Damien

[@eatmoreporkporky4342]

Battery is like 5 bucks lol. For baton 3 ;) Well like 6 bucks, but cheap.

[@damienm8416]

Yeah no . How much are the 18650 and the 21700 then ?.

[@eatmoreporkporky4342]

@@damienm8416 This vid is about the baton 3 right? The battery is 6 bucks from olight. I've got no skin in the game as I use a nitecore EC11 as my main light. Which I like better than the baton 3, but the battery price for it isn't bad.

[@damienm8416]

That is why I have it . If you move on to the 18650 that is when it becomes ridiculous .

[@Francois_Dupont]

i wish olight would give one of those to me.

[@JonGadget]

😁

[@genoedcknifecollecter1538]

Can you charge without the case

[@donaldstrader7241]

Yes if you have a MCC charging cord or the Olight Oport.

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

Impressive 1200 lumen. I have the RovyVon A8X with 650 lumen which drops full brightness fairly quickly and the metal rim gets very hot. I used the clip to fix the RovyVon to my shirt pocket and wore a jacket and lost it some how and never found it. So now I do not use the clip except when the torch is on and fix it clothes or a strap to view what I am doing. The only downside of the RovyVon is that it does not have focus ring and is "wide" beam all the time.

[@300blk8]

Just like Olight there junk

[@JonGadget]

I am a fan of the A8x - size and functionality is perfect for my edc and U use it everyday - I ditched the clip day one for keysmart pocket hanger

[@TheGlossopian]

I just ordered one, case included for £65. Flash sale apparently

[@JonGadget]

That is a great deal 👍

[@iReturnV1deotapes]

I'm not sure i understand the logic behind the charging case when they could simply increase the size of the battery/flashlight cutting out the need for it entirely.

[@felipecastro5752]

Great video. Mr.John get two asks: 1-Do you know4 brands on torches: Maglite, Ledlenser,Coast, Nebo Tools? 2-What is your opinion upon light and zoom on Olight? Lord bless you and family. Many thanks for attention.

[@JonGadget]

Hi. I don’t know Coast. I do like Olight 👍

[@lagalot05]

great video. anyone have a blue/purple one like this they want to sell? lmk

[@bernardtan1]

Wurkkos TS10 is alot more practical if u want to save money 💰

[@bernardtan1]

Baton3 is short but FAT its not good in the pocket if u wear a tight jeans. The case is even more FAT it would occupy the whole jeans pocket. I think i will just carry my Sofirn SC32 its battery is 3500 mah & is much brighter w/ a tailcap switch plus the size is just right for the hand & can also be clipped on a hat & alot cheaper. 😊

[@Kateydid18]

94 battery life with moonlight mode? 🙄 that’s barely anything

[@bp4682]

Never seen the sense in the charging case...... Its wayyyyy cheaper buying a backup battery.

[@GatCat]

Olight is overpriced and underpowered. The Lumintop FW3A and Noctigon KR4 are much better for less. Olight is fixated on marketing and flooding the market with youtubers that will do reviews for them.

[@JonGadget]

Hi GatCat, thank you for your feedback. The two flashlights you mention use 18650 batteries and are much larger and cannot really be compared like-4-like. A value for money review is probably what you are looking for. Fixated or focussed? I agree Olight are putting effort into KZbin marketing. I would also argue they have confidence in their products if they are keen to push them out out for review. They did not influence my review and I choose what flashlights I review from them.