Olight iMorse - The keychain light perfected!

[@thirsty_ear_7507]

You can also turn the head to ‘just off’ and that will allow you to quickly press the head down for a momentary on function. Which also allows for one hand operation.

[@cheule]

This is a great tip!

[@rafaeltorre1643]

I do this with all my keychain lights

[@bushcraftandastronomer.3775]

Last version of light was pretty good if you don't lose the half of it while charging. Last one had issues when turning head as light wasn't on properly on low and high. It's still work but that one issue isn't a deal breaker. I prefer you can't take head off so you won't lose it. Just bought another one of these in pumpkin orange looks so nice!

[@AMM0394]

Got mine free for ofan day. No purchase necessary just had to have previous orders. Paid shipping and that was all. I really enjoy this light. It’s on my keychain that I clip to my pants all day and I don’t even feel it. It’s gotten me out of jams when I forgot my edc. Good little light

[@cheule]

Thanks for chiming in with your experience. I agree, this is a top notch keychain light.

[@NOBODY-kh4pt]

I have no idea what you're talking about with your statistics but I like what I'm hearing lol. Just ordered 3 of them.

[@braydenkenney3313]

I carried one of the original i1rs for years. It was my first "flashlight" so to speak. Purchased for the practicality. This thing is so hard to accidentally activate that I carried one every day for over a year without ever even using it and the battery was still good to go when I remembered I had it. My only complaint with this style of light is that there's absolutely no battery indicator and it makes me want to save the battery for absolute emergencies. A nitecore Tini 2 with it's display is almost the perfect keychain other than the accidental activations I've had with it. It also let's you "ration" your battery so to speak. Good review. 👍

[@cheule]

On low, you should get 12 hours runtime. I’d say top it off every month and you’re good to go!

[@rayoflight62]

The tint is an invention of the human eye. The CRI is tied to the spectral continuity of the source, and it is what really count when seeing the true colour of an object...

[@rayoflight62]

The eighth commandment of flashaholics, says "You will never advocate for built-in batteries"...

[@ronmatson5502]

7:30 I got the javelot mini and the WM2 on sale and wanted the wm2 on looks and the javelot because I wanted a thrower to laugh at for size,having the lumintop gt nano,and I hate how useful it is because I've beat up my black lava a lot

[@dsp4392]

The two lighting levels are a welcome feature in a small light. Not a fan of the USB rechargeable as it means the battery cannot be swapped on the go, and once the battery is dead, the entire light is dead. That said it is nice that it can be recharged on the go. Size is honestly nothing to write home about. It is larger than competing lights like the Skilhunt E3A and even Olight's own i3e EOS (both are >1cm³ smaller). More importantly the built-in battery argument doesn't hold any water as the iMorse's battery only packs 130mAh@3.6V, so 468mWh. In comparison, a 1.2V, 900mAh AAA would pack over twice as much energy at 1080mWh, and a light that supports 350mAh 10440 li-ions would contain even more. They do save some space by not having threads and a using a lighter battery enclosure, but it's all negated (and then some) by the need for a built-in charging circuit, which is why they end up only being able to cram 468mWh in there.

[@cheule]

Your battery analysis is good, but remember comparing alkaline or NiMH to LiPo/Li-Ion is never fair because the latter runs brighter. We see this with dual chemistry lights like the pineapple mini or Frelux synergy. The comparison is versus the Frog though, which is a similarly sized light and has a 80mAh battery versus the 130mAh in the iMorse.

[@cl0udkikr]

The thing I’ve never understood about the accessible battery that isn’t a throw away in certain situations is. You could either carry a spare of the same battery, or carry a battery recharging pack. If your keychain light is dead. You still have your phone that you watched this video on. I live in the country on a road with no lights for miles. I camp and I’m outside a lot. These ‘emergency’ imaginary scenarios have no real world application if you are or aren’t prepared.

[@bradwright7974]

Got me one.. waiting for it to come in. I also got the imini tiny, Array 2s headlamp, Baton 3 Pro, Gobler Safety Light, and the new Sigurd Angled Grip Light.

[@Lancealot3553]

Great review, olight is really amazing when it comes to packing great tech into small packages, they aren’t perfect, but their housings are great and they have good deals during sales. Glad you reviewed this because I honestly had no idea that it was a neutral light. Great stuff man keep up the good work 😁👍

[@BullstrongDVM]

Grear video! Short, sweet, and easy to digest. This light wasn't even on my radar. I don't need a keychain light right now but I'm happy to know of one I can recommend one to a friend. I lost half of my i3E a few years ago and haven't recommended it to anyone since. Congratulations on getting to host a contest! That's a big sign that you're doing a great job!

[@donaldstrader7241]

I think that is why the newer i3E flashlights have a double o-ring. With the old ones I hear a wrap of plumbers tape will help. Sorry you lost half of you i3E...I've always wondered if they would replace the other half under warranty.

[@DavideNastri]

Did any adventurer manage to open it to check inside / battery / etc?

[@xavan]

The twisting looks interesting, but is there a “stop” after each mode? And twisting still requires 2 a hand operation, so it won’t be as good as those one handed operation for when your hands are full right?

[@cheule]

There is no stop, but twisting only requires one hand and it’s easy to stop at low and to find high.

[@chesterqw]

seems to me it is basically an i1R 2 Pro, but with a limited edition design on the body to commemorate the launch of obuy

[@cheule]

The emitter is the real story here.

[@chesterqw]

@@cheule ​the i1R 2 Pro uses an unknown CSP LED too, with similar CCT measured by zeroair. They also have the same specifications on both their product page on olightworld.

[@feahnorl]

@@cheule the emitter on the IXV was also 5000k.

[@alexanderspear7332]

What does the iMorse designation mean?

[@LuxWad]

I own every keychain Olight they've released over the last few years, and all are excellent. I prefer the original i1R as it's the smallest and also has a nice NW emitter, but the iXV (which is identical to this, and is itself just a NW version of the i1R2 Pro) is also very good. If I may, I think many people perceive you as "selling out" to Olight mostly due to the very positive tone of your video, it does honestly come off a little like a sales pitch rather than an objective review - comparisons/meaurements notwithstanding. It's particularly offputting when you're also pushing an Olight sale, which on the surface just screams "sponsorship" regardless of intention. With such a popular brand as Olight, anything other than intense critical scrutiny will call into question the nature of your relationship, simply due to their reputation. IMO, the best way to overcome this is to adjust your presentation and internally frame your analysis as though Olight is aiming to rip you/your viewers off, and you're here to protect them and point them towards the best value, while making Olight earn their place as the big brand it is... if that makes sense. No doubt thees are great lights, and I believe you are being honest with everything you're saying, and agree personally with your assessment. I just think there might an issue with presentation and sudden saturation of Olight videos. But then again, someone online will always get upset and you just can't win sometimes 😅

[@jeffmezzullo5864]

Is this item no longer available on OLIGHT?

[@cheule]

It’s gone. Olight loves to release things and then discontinue them. Like “collectors” models. But for what it’s worth it’s really a rebranded i1r or iTHX.

[@feahnorl]

Is it the same as the Olight iXV? I get the impression it is.

[@chesterqw]

Woah, they seem similar, along with the i1R 2 Pro! I only spotted the similarities with the i1R 2 Pro as I have one myself.

[@cheule]

Yes! very similar, but the 5000K emitter is the real story here.

[@feahnorl]

@@cheule the iXV is also 5000k

[@Ein_Westfale_im_Rheinland]

Yes it is the same!! Just Morse Code design!

[@FluttuantChicken]

Can you turn it on / off using one hand only?

[@cheule]

I just grabbed it as was able to, without any keys attached (would only be easier with keys attached).

[@Tony-sy7ed]

After seeing this I’m a little bummed I missed out on this deal. I figured it was just a limited design change from the i1r2 pro, which I already had. Wish they had focused on the emitter when selling this light. While this and the i1r2 pro are pretty good lights, actually put an old streamlight stylus pocket clip on mine and used a piece of heat shrink to connect a quick release keychain magnet on the tail end. Makes it a tadd longer, but meh now I can quickly detach the light from my key ring while the keys are attached to my belt loop and the pocket clip is to be able to use as an improvised headlamp. Then I can sweep my light across my keys and the magnets attract one another. Works way better for me.

[@cheule]

Olight had been offering 5000K in lights a lot more recently. I applaud that!

[@zakfinley]

Great video thanks! Im getting the imorse copper version in a few days!

[@cheule]

I like the two stage twist very much.

[@Optiblue]

When they announced this light, I was wondering what's so good and new about this one over the i2r. The 5000K alone makes it worthwhile

[@strikenryken]

Does it have a battery indicator?

[@cheule]

It has a charging indicator, but no battery check.

[@sknight0391]

Order is in with Olight. I picked up the new Baton 3 Pro & a few other goodies. And of course...got my free iMorse. 😎👍

[@cheule]

I am releasing my Baton 3 Pro video tonight. It's a good light!

[@howyoudurrinhunneh]

I've got quite a few of the previous verison and latest verison. Ordered the copper iMorse and getting the black one free. I'm a little excited :)

[@seniorxj2931]

I like how you didn't include the RoyVon Aurora A3 @ 650 lumens & 350 mAh! Not only is it smaller, it has different emitter options!

[@Hirudin]

Your post got me curious so I checked the RovyVon site. The A3 isn't listed any longer, it seems they've upgraded it and are now selling the slightly larger "A3x". It looks like an interesting light with pros and cons compared to the iMorse.

[@cheule]

I didn’t include it, because I don’t have it!

[@seniorxj2931]

@@HirudinYou can get all of them off of Amazon. They have the A1, A1x, A3, A3x, A4, A4x, A5, A5x, A7, A7x, A8, A8x, etc, etc. They're all basically the same light with different options and made out of different materials. Of course you can step up to the 1000 lm A23 which is slightly bigger.

[@seniorxj2931]

There's even a newer 1800 lm S3!

[@Hirudin]

@@seniorxj2931 Thanks for the info! I'll keep it in mind for when I'm in the market for another lil' light.

[@andykranz2488]

Is the battery capacity advantage over the 10180 due to the chemistry, or is olight actually packing in more battery volume? It's not clear what you are saying.

[@cheule]

Same chemistry, the battery is larger in volume due to lack of casing space. 130mAh vs 80mAh for the Frog/GT nano.

[@nomercyinc6783]

the i3t doesnt have a head that comes off. the i3e does

[@cheule]

Good correction!

[@rsilvers129]

Only one problem - what is a keychain? I haven’t had house keys in 20 years. My car uses my phone to start. I guess I could clip it to my jacket zipper.

[@cheule]

Haha!

[@gijr2003]

You can open the other end instead of tearing open.

[@deltawing9]

Fine review and nice little light. The non-replaceable battery is a deal breaker for me though. Even if it's a small and not very expensive light the body and the led will last way longer than the battery. Throwing it away when battery is done breaks both my environmental and financial standards.

[@cheule]

I understand your sentiments. unfortunately when there is built-in charging in a very small keychain light like this, it’s pretty much par for the course.

[@deltawing9]

@@cheule still, there are makers who care about to add a battery compartment screwed cap so user can replace battery. Please check Sofirn's SC01: tiny one, charger port included and you can replace the battery when you need to. It's not really a sentiment to fight against wastefullness, rather it's commitment.

[@Madman6505]

Any light with a twist interface is immediately disqualified from "perfect" imo 😆

[@cheule]

I find twisty perfect for keychain use.

[@Madman6505]

@@cheuleI suppose it is a pretty good interface for keychain lights. It was just a knee jerk reaction. 😄

[@KoenMiseur]

@@cheule it isn't because it doesn't have a lock and because it comes lose itself, and don't say it doesn't, every twist light that I tried has, even olights!

[@KoenMiseur]

Nah your wrong, the absolute best keychainlight is the Nitecore Tini2, and I have tried about 10 of them, keep coming back to the Tini2!

[@zmuzzy101]

Looks like a great update to my current daily keylight the i2r I got for free! I managed to replace the battery on my "non replaceable" i1r light so it may still be possible.

[@cheule]

Where there is a will, there is a way.

[@Berserker26]

This is starting to turn into an Olight marketing channel. Please don't sellout.

[@cheule]

I don’t understand comments like these. This product is every bit as good or even better than any other keychain light I’ve reviewed so far. Perhaps people should drop their bias and check it out.

[@feahnorl]

He tested the light and the tint, and compared it with other lights. And you think it’s he’s fault this light is actually good?

[@MeMe-ef5fw]

@@cheule If you don't understand comments like these then you're being dishonest. No I don't know your channel. But to not understand the meaning is dis honest

[@iVisual.sambonkowski]

Don’t you have a light on any mobile phone?

[@SemiNormal42]

Why would you even ask that question on a flashlight enthusiast channel?

[@cheule]

Cell phone flashes are designed for taking photographs. Even short range lighting. Flashlights have hotspots that are much better for working with.

[@Tim1768-r5r]

Not a very objective review. Not one negative / neutral statement. Seems, that it is more important to please Olight and get some money from their affiliate program. I prefer bottoms above twisty, the old Olight always got the problem, that it gets loose or get accidentally on, because it is compressed vertically…

[@cheule]

What can I say, I like this light. Especially at the price point. Neutral tint, rotational operation, ticks all the boxes for me.

[@guitfiddle]

Damn dude, you just sold me another light!! (Good thing it's free for Ofans). 😁

[@cheule]

Its a good one, and even better when it’s free!

[@guitfiddle]

@@cheule I ended up buying the Copper one also. It's just too pretty... Staying in the bag for the time being. Thanks again for your review. If you know the differences, maybe a video explaining the differences between the new "CSP Led" in the iMorse vs standard "SMD Led" in the i1R2 etc. would be cool. I was reading about it, but it's above my pay grade.

[@yuehong4582]

this channel is turning into an olight shill. that olight kickback is too hard to resist eh

[@cheule]

Comments like these are so strange to me. This light is one of the better keychain lights on the market, who cares who makes it? And I guess people feel like the promotion Olight does is distasteful, but I honestly wish other manufacturers would do giveaways and freebies.

[@SemiNormal42]

Olightstore changed my "free" iMorse in my cart into a "free" iMini while I was looking at other deals. What a disappointing downgrade. Was going to grab a Baton 3 Pro but just lost all interest in this sale.

[@UnfilteredHues]

There is not 2 Width measurements on anything lol. The long side of the object is ALWAYS the length of the object. Not Width Squared HAHAHA

[@cheule]

Sorry, I don’t understand what you are referring to.

[@nomercyinc6783]

theres nothing sexy about square lights

[@cheule]

So true lol

[@japetro3]

Love my olight.