Why the Olight Warrior Mini 2 is Now My EDC Light

[@PurpleJeepleEater]

Can change the tail switch to alternative settings to turbo on the half press and stobe on full press for more defense application. Just press the tail switch to the full press, while holding down press the side switch. Will change to the mode described above. Do the same same sequence again to change back to the medium and turbo tail switch setting.

[@bibigreen6533]

nice thank you!

[@NorthwestAdventurerNWA]

Thanks for the tip!

[@DitchDr101]

Olight is a great company because they keep trying to better themselves and improve. Never had any issue with my experience.

[@josephjames7543]

Just ordered the warrior mini 2, couldn’t help myself. Looks like a great carry light. Thanks for the review.

[@michaelmelling9333]

I love it that they know the value of having a one lumen setting.

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

I absolutely love my Warrior Mini 2 and it's the perfect edc for me. I really like the addition of the proximity sensor as well as the tactical ring.

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

I've used Thrunite, Maglite, FourSevens, and Fenix, and all of them have either broken down, started flickering, or became inefficient for work. My Olight S2R Baton II is hands-down the best light I've ever used. Been using it for about 2 years now, and it's still great. Amazing battery life (I actually only need to charge it once every few weeks, sometimes a month), and the magnetic charging is so easy compared to taking apart the case and swapping out a battery like other brands. I've also used it to stick the light onto metal surfaces. And it comes with a two-way clip, which is super handy. Great light

[@MemphisMojo15s]

😂 a Fenix broke before an Olight. ✌️

[@Frindleeguy]

@@MemphisMojo15s No doubt. That Baton is insane. Look at the torture tests online. I wouldn't try that with a fenix or a surefire...

[@MemphisMojo15s]

@@Frindleeguy I actually like Fenix. It was a sarcastic comment lol. I trust Fenix far more than Olight. I haven't had a reliable Olight to this day and neither have my coworkers

[@axlvixn3174]

Whenever I am going to finalized my purchase, I always watch sootch first, then proceed...thanks , Warrior mini 2 on its way...

[@darylklein7416]

Thank you sir for your reviews. You always have good advice. I just updated my edc flashlight to this one from my Baton 3 and it is fantastic.

[@trollmcclure1884]

the self defence option means that you shine someone in the face. Beating someone with a flashlight is just improvisation

[@domzbu]

In a defensive situation, that first action can help you achieve the second.

[@oo7-ro6bu]

My first Olight is a s1r baton 2. It has been dropped, ran through the washing machine numerous times and survived being in a fire for about 10 minutes. Its still my edc. I now have over a dozen other Olights.

[@jtee9548]

Nice comment about liking a wider beam, I agree, if you're not a ninja or on a search and rescue mission (😁) you're fixing a flat, fiddling under the hood, checking the breakers when the power goes out etc.... I think my number one use is shining angled down in front of me about 15 to 20 feet ahead so I can see to walk or ride a bike. Nice that your video shows you can move the lanyard ring around on the rear so it doesn't line up with the pocket/cap clip. You didn't mention that it won't take a standard 18650 battery. Have you tried stuffing it on the bill of a ball cap, simulating short term emergency use?

[@noktturnal]

Warrior mini 2 has been my edc for about 2 years now and it's served me well. I've used it with my 9mm in a tactical situation and camp use while backpacking.

[@TheGorillafoot]

Just got one because my Mini was recalled. I never had issues with the original, but it's sure is sweet to have the new version.

[@garywilliams8783]

Warrior mini 2 , bought 2 + 1 ti,asked for full bezel (with alot of other people)makes alot of difference in protecting the light . Love the proximity sensor and I could go on ,great presentation

[@thewholls7176]

It even fits nicely in the hand side ways to use it as a kind of knuckle duster / fist reinforcement in the hand in a self defence scenario, as opposed to a strike weapon as you’ve demonstrated

[@Highgear145]

I have this light it beats every EDC light owned by a long ways

[@thomasbrandon5111]

Just ordered one, as if I don't already have enough Olights😎 lol, T-man

[@veevans01ify]

Mine just arrived yesterday and it is great. I was carrying the original warrior mini for the last few months and its been great for me. The warrior mini 2 will be my EDC.

[@blakeanderson118]

I bought the warrior mini not having done any research before hand and I was amazed to find out that it's one if the best products for edc lights

[@SplitShifter]

there is a more tactical mode if you hold the back button, then press the side button. It will put your strobe at deep press of the back button.

[@Zack-fu8sn]

I have the same s10r baton, still going strong!!

[@SensiblePrepper]

10% OFF Coupon Code: Sootch00 Olight Purchasing Link: olight.idevaffiliate.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=129

[@StrollaLawDefense]

I think you meant to write “Sootch00”. Just giving you the heads up for editing purposes. 😉

[@kathyhartt9664]

Thank you I've been watching you and I'm learning so much I am 68 years old I'm not on any medication but I don't know what to pack for my age I'm still in good health I work full time so I'd like you to do something for older people

[@joshedward420]

Keep rockin Kathy🤙🤙

[@addiewoodcroft]

"LONG LIVE THE REPUBLIC". Well said !

[@bobbymalcich63]

thank you sootchoo for the olight flashlight video!!! keep the video's coming!!

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Bobby!

[@kit888]

1/6 more lumens should not be noticeable. I think it looks brighter because the beam is narrower. I've given up on Olight after both my S2As had problems with the electronic side switch.

[@unclejohn5012]

Same here mate. 3 olights and they worked fine. Problems arose when I dropped 2 into water during testing and turns put one was missing the oring for the front option and the other just wasnt sealed at all for some reason. Plus there tint is garbage. 60cri on some :(

[@TMar129]

@@unclejohn5012 soooo why didn't you warranty them?

[@darrensmith6782]

I just bought this light based on the torture testing. Luckily it was on sale. I ordered the tan version so I can see it in my bag a bit better. I liked how both buttons can turn the light on. I also saw the Warrior 3. I will be buying this next time it’s on sale.

[@VOByRobbins]

Great review, the new mini 2 is amazing! I bought 2 --- may buy a few more when they come out with more colors--- the company is fantastic! Keep up the great reviews!

[@GBall_Vision]

Beating the black one up on both warriors I see you decided to use the desert tan. Good choice lol. I do like olight for EDC flashlights and even an occasional weapon light. I have one or 2 for a wml several for edc type and get home bag

[@SensiblePrepper]

Most definitely! The Desert Tan is too cool looking to scratch up on purpose! lol!

[@GBall_Vision]

@@SensiblePrepper keep up the good work sootch

[@ArcheryRuleZ]

I have the original warrior mini and the second version..... the original one is best. One thing , it sticks sideways on anything while the 2nd version will not, because the 2nd one is top heavy and just falls down. It’s still AWESOME but the original one is better plus smaller. Best lights I have ever had!! As a HVAC tech lights never lasted me long til now

[@kynmasters8670]

My M2R Pro just got recalled, so I'm getting one of these. Glad my pocket never caught on fire!

[@HalloweenStalker666]

I keep looking at Olight. But keep going back to Stream Light. My Protac 2L-X (500 Lumens) and Protac 5L-X (3,500 lumens). Ones a day to day edc. The other is a full sized security guard flash light. 3 settings. High, Strobe, Low. I dont like 3 second Turbo or 10 lumen settings with 5 settings total. Too much.

[@hzdmyxwy9316]

Yes you can put the pocket clip on the other end of the original warrior mini. Not sure if anybody’s even tried it it works fine for me

[@NorthwestAdventurerNWA]

The HUMMER Test was cool!

[@kurtnufferjr7017]

Proprietary battery only? Or can it use 18650s or 123s?

[@j.e.honiball1327]

It can use other batteries but they can't be recharged with the magnet charger

[@J.Young808]

Yay first Aloha from Honolulu, Hawai’i

[@SensiblePrepper]

Congrats Justin! Aloha!

[@Robyrob7771]

I use a Olight at work everyday and some days are a torture test. These lights are tough as nails. And love the variable lumens option.

[@sindento1942]

The clip on mine snapped off the first time I tried to remove it, very poor, never had this happen on any torch I've ever had no matter how many times the clip was removed.

[@godforever27]

@@sindento1942 super glue will fix that. Did that to my s2r baton 2

[@Denvercoder]

There’s something I don’t think you cover in the video. I was watching this and I was wishing there was a way to use the strobe with the tail switch as in my case I would want to hold the flashlight up in a tactical position and use the strobe to blind an attacker. There IS a way. There are two configurations for the tail switch. In the second configuration if you half press the tail switch it does the Turbo but if you hard press the tail switch it does the strobe. Not sure if that is a new feature that they added or not but it makes this the perfect tactical/EDC light IMO.

[@JGLEGENDARY]

Ordering one this weekend with your affiliate link...thanks

[@guitfiddle]

Great Review. WM2 is great. Probably my favorite non-deep pocket light. However, they need to release a version with warmer color temp (maybe 5000-5700k) and higher CRI. I will be swapping mine from the SST-40 6500k to an SST-40 in 5000k or possibly my new SFT-40 in 5700k. I think the SFT-40 will be ideal. The mix of throw and spill on the stock light is great and the combo side button and tactical switch are the best features IMO.

[@squirts1]

You just desolder the emitter and replace it? Not something I had really looked into before. Some of them have the electronics and stuff in the head all glued in place or not tooled so very difficult to remove without damage

[@eatmelily]

LOL, every test I see where someone runs over a light with a side switch, it gets turned off....and The only people who say that Olight is Not durable are Haters.....You have to pick on the Big dog... Great light I have a Mini 2, and the new Warrior 3....Great lights, and nice review.....Thanks

[@johnnybbgunner2136]

2 cable ties and you can use it on your AR15 as a back up light.

[@navyvet05]

Sootch man, i am flabbergasted that you dont have a warrior mini 3 review up.

[@DarkKnight369]

They literally had to pull the warrior mini originally because the lens would melt and start to smoke when it came on in pocket. I had one and it happened to me right before the Amazon return cutoff. I was lucky.

[@PaintsvilleLL]

ok sootch. which one, the baton 3 pro max or the warrior mini 2? gonna buy one today

[@Boxerpapa1]

Don, thank you for the review. I've been waiting for the Gen 2, upgraded model. It will become my new EDC light.

[@TATE-d6z]

I own the warrior 2. Baldr mini. And baldr pro on both my handguns. Love them all. Quality that doesnt break the bank.

[@pat9532]

thinking n buying for security work outdoors at nyt, unsure s off price im n uk

[@andrewjohnson7]

Mine broke... Had it for less then a year as my edc. Put it in my checked baggage at the airport coming home from Hawaii and it never worked again.

[@MemphisMojo15s]

No surprise

[@kevinmoore6640]

You ever seen how they handle that stuff? I'd never put anything precious in check luggage...

[@deanparkes4644]

Baggage handlers are also known as throwers or chuckers.

[@XX_o_X_o_XX]

I’m new to these fancy flashlights. What I’ve learned so far is that there are a lot of people that take these things far to seriously. Come on people - they’re flashlights - no reason to go on tirades about them in comment sections. I see the same commenters bombarding reviewers with hate and vitriol every time they find a review that shines a positive light on a product that they dislike. Life is too short to spend your time angry at the way the world is...try to enjoy the good things, and stop screaming about the things you cannot change. You’ll feel better.

[@breadyegg]

Well said. I'm all for nerding out on ones hobby of choice, but getting so precious about a thing that you are put into a rage by a differing opinion is not mentally healthy. Although, of course the thing is arbitrary, it's the differing opinion which then becomes an "attack on your ego" that's the issue.

[@otherphones9619]

They are on sale this week, think ill get one, $74 and includes a obulb

[@GRD828]

Liking mine as well. Just wish it had a bezel like the m2r/warrior 3. And if I’m wishing, bump up the lumens just a tad more. Not necessary. I just like more. Of anything. Haha.

[@jakubfabisiak9810]

Used to carry an s10R - cool little flashlight, but the lack of a tail button always annoyed me. Just picked up the warrior mini 2, and i'm giddy - has everything I need.

[@gustavoguerra6482]

Well, I used to be a Nitecore guy but this year I started to change to Olight. Now I have the Arkfeld and the Warrior mini 2 and 3. Next one is going to be the Arkflex.

[@timschaefer3652]

I just got the silver and blue one. Love it!

[@remb1500]

Me too! The mountain sky model. How do you like it? I don’t like the length for carrying but it’s the perfect size when you’re actually using it.

[@kennethbrown9233]

Damnit Sootch now I have to get another light , I love my Olights thanks for turning me on to them .

[@bonemarrowy2k]

I just bought one yesterday I have the m1 T-Raider plus and I love it

[@johnnybbgunner2136]

I have one in the Royal Blue w/Gold accent as my night out EDC.😎

[@robertalonzo5725]

Just got one of these. Liking it so far

[@Denvercoder]

Taking notes here: "A flashlight is important for seeing things in the dark..." 😀

[@leecj1584]

Can use bow and arrow on shtf?cause my country gun is illegal

[@SensiblePrepper]

Yes, archery would be an effect way to hunt or for self defense and it's quiet.

[@chuckpeters9644]

What was behind the house?

[@dugger5302]

My EDC, great light, Thanks Don

[@sharingallgoodfruit8513]

I LOVE my Olight flashlights!!👍

[@chrisWolfricVader19]

One thing about quality is that anything that is sold and is not individually hand-made by someone that checks every detail of the product(that just jumps the price crazy) will always have a "Bad Batch" which does not mean that the product sucks you were just not lucky. That's why a custom piece is normally more expensive than a machine-made piece.

[@chrisWolfricVader19]

I have an olight i5T Eos(stardust) it has fallen a couple of times and still works perfect and I love that thing.

[@smokinjoe2539]

This is a great improvement to the original WM and would make a great EDC. That said, my most EDC's Olight is the i1R2 EOS. Having the light on my keychain makes it super convenient and always in my pocket!

[@THEPLANETEARTH]

You can turn the sensor off…

[@georgebousgas5451]

Is it possible for you to review the New Warrior mini 3

[@RoadKing-ky2bs]

Olights are great. I own quite a few and they have run like a top. No regrets buying them. Thanks Don.

[@mutlee299]

Great video!!!! I started carrying Olights because of Sootch

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

The whole point of changing the clip is so you can put it on your hat bill and have it face the right direction.

[@SwampRatSmith]

no

[@davidsapir3764]

Olight is where its at. My Baton 3 is the best EDC light I've ever owned.

[@chadfolmar5900]

Thinking about getting baton 3.Whats best thing you like?What's worse thing you don't like?

[@bansheerider619]

@@chadfolmar5900 worse thing for me is that the baton 3 is so small I drop it alot. I really like how bright it is and the premium case is awesome.

[@AlexeyDnepr]

Warrior Mini 2 or Baton Pro?

[@ember357danman5]

Just ordered one . Looking fwd to upgrade my EDC light . Thanks for the discount !!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Fun fact if you have the pocket clip in the factory position then the silicone covers from the warrior mini will fit the wm2. Also its highly recommended to carry a pocket light along with your weapon with mounted light.

[@TinyIslandMaine]

Does this use the std mag charger or do you need a different one?

[@kydd666]

Would like to see a comparison between the warrior mini 2 and the m2r warrior pro

[@garyfrombuffalo]

Light is your number one security tool

[@dragonslayer7587]

Great review! It would make a great light for my car! Just last night, it was so dark I couldn't see to put my key in the door!!

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks DL, having a light on you is so useful in some many situation.

[@richardcorkum8930]

Great Video, Very Good Infomation..!

[@Toru9Sato]

For those who say olight is fragile... i have one M18 Maverick for 5 years and still works and i use everyday

[@bartholomewgreatpants3425]

Surprised it hasn't blown up yet

[@raggdoll1977]

This review is why I bought a warrior mini

[@richardbadish6990]

OLIGHT! PLEASE FIND A WAY TO ELIMINATE, METAL SHAVINGS. FROM GETTING INSIDE THE TAILSWITCH! CAUSING IT TO SHORT AND FORCE THE LIGHT ON IN YOUR POCKET! It's a super pain in the ass to dig them out too! Maybe make a silicone cap that goes over it. The magnets not really strong enough to use to hold the light, at least not horizontal. But anyone who works in a factory, probably deals with this same problem... Ijs

[@genoedcknifecollecter1538]

Just ordered a Titanium one

[@joshuawooledge6945]

Just ordered one on sale.

[@rottdogg8926]

I've become a big fan of Olight, I own several different models including the blinding Marauder but the Warrior Mini has become my favorite due to it's versatility for EDC.

[@MKEPTV]

i have burned a hole in my pocket before i fell asleep with it . i wear my olight m2r pro warrior ever day my keys always turn it on

[@OOnti-dz4jd]

Great review. The last version desert tan looked way better. It now looks like copper.

[@pitts3219]

How much is Olight paying u?

[@TinCupChalice40]

Seriously every product you show should be MADE IN THE USA.

[@Highgear145]

Maybe you shouldn't have such a hatful attitude about everything 🙄

[@kydd666]

If you dont like ot, why dont you make your own channel? 🤦‍♂️

[@Highgear145]

@@shermansales9345 The U.S. government has killed more Americans than anyone

[@kyleduddleston4123]

@@Highgear145 Right, Chairman Mao only killed about 45 million people. Rookie numbers.

[@SensiblePrepper]

@@shermansales9345 Surefire makes great lights.

[@Batfuzz86]

A friend of mine is getting married next year, I may have found the gift for him.

[@CrimeVid]

i3T EOS for me, every day, you don’t notice it in jeans pocket, and cheap !

[@brianl7449]

Me too. I don't need 10k lumens for most tasks.

[@timspigen5668]

i3t perfect for me. I m agree,its cheap and reliable.

[@orendz7740]

I love Olight. I just ordered one. I’ve been using Olight for a while. I got a mini Odin on my AR. Not sure why the AR community is so against Olight.

[@DS..69]

Because Streamlights better. Cops carry Streamlight.

[@heybabycometobutthead]

@@DS..69 would you recommend top quality options like the Olight Perun mini or H1r nova from other brands, would be much appreciated.

[@ethanchaiko3755]

does the proximity sensor activate when it's exposed to water?

[@michaeltempleman9415]

I have the original Warrior Mini. I switched my pocket clip on the original WM about a week after I received the recall message from Olight as the WM had come on a couple of times in my pocket. By simply forcing the pocket clip onto the textured body of the light, just below the smooth tail switch end portion, you effectively get the WM2 fix for the WM. The clip has stayed put for months of EDC use and works fine. It never comes on in my pocket now that the tail switch is pointed up. That is really all Olight had to do to fix this issue with the WM (no need for the ridiculous silicon tail switch covers). The new sensor in the WM2 is overkill and the now the WM2 is really too big for easy EDC. I know because I ordered the WM2 thinking it would be nice to have the clip in a "made for use/recessed area" of the light tube, but the additional length has me back to carrying my original Warrior Mini. 1500 lumens vs. 1750...meh, who cares.

[@huyminh7978]

I would love olight if they upgrade their emitter to high CRI, neutral white. I still hate ugly green tint, although their light have well built and a great UI

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

I love my o'light i3T eos and O'pen 2 .great company great products.

[@hprendition7966]

Has anyone tried wearing the warrior mini on your hat? It looks pretty chunky haha

[@wabblewater]

I got mine for 65.00 with a flash sale they had on Valentines day

[@DJ-eg1zg]

I'm wondering about Olights quality lately. Me and my pal both have a Warrior Mini 2 and both have a Freyr. Both our Warriors and Freyrs have a different beam colour and intensity -and yes we made sure they were fully charged before comparing. I'm giving Thrunite a try

[@raulmachado182]

Try sofirn

[@flyonbyya]

I’ve tried most… I only carry ZebraLight

[@DJ-eg1zg]

@@flyonbyya Thanks for the tip