The 8 Best EDC Flashlights (2024 Guide)

[@tomsilva8664]

You referred to the second light as the TK4 but it’s actually called the T4K, in case anyone has difficulty finding the correct light when searching for it.

[@1stfloorguy59]

Baton 4 is awesome except the green tint on low and medium. The case is a cool feature, but the light as a pocket light is nice for edc. The case has uses of course especially as a power bank. I also like the pinaplle, pokelit copper, i3t titanium, wurrkos titanium ts10 with rgb, klarus has some nice aa lights as well but for different scenarios. I havent found a perfect edc light just some nice lights with many small differences and small quarks to make them different. Some of your lights feel to big for me to even consider as pocket carry. I have pocket carried lights with 18650 and 21700 size, but only when I knew I would need the run time and lumans. Aaa and AA size are the only medium i have found to be the most portable for myself. And if im 100% honest with myself a keychain light means you will have a light on you 95% of the time you leave the house. But it has to be brighter than a phone light or its piontless imho. Titanium is pretty heavy im not sure why people keep thinking it's not. Titanium is only ligter when designed around its strength. I have yet to find a flash light that has thinner walls than its aluminum or brass counter parts

[@k9teamzagrebskolazapse149]

You are totally correct. I work with K9 in EU and I use big one Sigma 100 lumens on poligon (+ on MTB) and haw always small Lumitop 3A on my keys and I use here but she is with mee always 8+ares. Super useful batery.

[@MrPepelongstockings]

I have the copper Baton 3, and wouldn't go any bigger than that for an edc light. I like the actually pocketable size. Anything bigger is just getting left in my car, and a smaller AAA keychain light (Peak Led's Eiger) and it's great for it's size and power source, but just isn't enough. The baton is small enough that you forget it's there, and it was very reasonably priced for a true copper light (not the winter copper version, the copper run of baton 3). It's ~300 lumens less bright than Baton 4, but I far prefer the esthetics vs the baton 4's which is a bigger concern for something I'm bringing everywhere.

[@MintReactions]

Video stars at 1:20

[@Mannyxz]

I bought the Emisar (often known as Hanklights) dual channel (dd 5700K 519a/ W1) D4K in all copper in October and carried it wherever I go since. It is my first "real" quality light and I love it. It uses Anduril 2 user interface, it may be complicated initially but it is easy to learn. I would say it is definitely worth for the price. I also really like the look of Reylights and it is on my wishlist.

[@1stfloorguy59]

The only thing that sucks is i forget the lights that have anduril, and I really like clicking tail clips. I wish there was a way to lock the settings until unlclocked with like a combination of holding and half turning the tail cap

[@omegasong]

How about the Streamlight Pocket Mate?

[@iosonoi.7132]

2023 was a great year for flashlights. Can't wait to see what 2024 brings.

[@matth4577]

Has it brought anything good so far?

[@tyarnold4088]

​@@matth4577the Olight Baton Turbo.

[@randomescu]

Im using a TUP as a bedside light, its the best for the job, dont roll and the switch its easy to find and press. Its a bad light for walking at night, the spot is too tight. I once tried a diffuser in front of it and it was perfect.

[@bribbripnairbnab7301]

@4:04 looks like the baton 4 premium had some difficulty turning on?

[@10mmhazelnut38]

I own this light. Holding down the button from off gives 0.5 lumen after a moment. It can be a bit hard to see with the lights on when shown on surfaces.

[@bribbripnairbnab7301]

@@10mmhazelnut38 Thanks.

[@kelvinyong1728]

CWF Custom flashlight ?

[@BeingRealSavage]

Charging flashlight or battery flashlight??which one good

[@Golaso99]

I'd have the Reylight Pineapple Mini and the Olight Arkfeld Pro in this list as well

[@edc_victor]

I would also recomend Wurkkos HD20, TS25. I found out that a right angle light is more useful for handsfree use. Much more places to clip it to.

[@abrarjalal3555]

Rovyvon and wuben also have some cool flashlights worth checking out

[@lornelorne5727]

The video seems to glitch and freeze between 20:18 and 20:30. Also, no right angle lights on the list?

[@Hiconsumption]

Ah, good catch and thanks for the heads up! Looks like some sort of rendering issue. I’ve just never loved right angle flashlights for EDC. Let us know if you have any good recs to check out! ✌️

[@shirfong5252]

Between the Olight and Nitecore, which one would u recommend pls? Thanks

[@Beadlock_]

surprised you didn't mention the reylight being able to also take 18350 batteries by taking off the extension tube. thats where it becomes a fantastic light. 18650 for a work day, swap for 18350 for lighter edc

[@frorider007]

Nitecore EDC 33 amazing new flashlight.

[@negotiatewithleverage4763]

Have had the T4K for a few years now. The majority of the black has been scraped off over time, revealing the aluminum body. There is nothing legible left on the case to discern what it used to be, but it is hands down the best flashlight I've ever owned. And I have A LOT of them, including multiple O-Lights. This one is perfect for EDC and when you hit that top button, you can access the blinding 4k lumens instantly - even when you lock it. A few downsides - I've melted every single mesh/nylon pocket in all of my pants. The 4k button is easy to trigger and it WILL burn through clothing. - You have to keep the T4K locked on "1" at all times or buttons can easily be pressed and drain your battery in your pocket. - Locking it usually takes a couple of tries. You have to press 2 or 3 times to activate the locking mode. It's annoying.

[@mrblack747]

where is Weltool T1 TAC pro ? why is this not considered???

[@JohnSmith-tj5se]

why is the run time on the e70 mini so bad? 19 hours at 60 lumens? that's more like a 14500 light not a 18650 light, it should be at least double if not triple that

[@mirkokrizan214]

Have Olights, Nitecores, Acebeams, JetBeams almost 20 lights but all at all, the holy grail is Sofirn SC18, for the money you got the batttery included, included usb-c charging port on light and the UI is really simple. There are better lights, IMHO this is the one for simple man most simple light for very very little money and is one of things I can recommend to everyone. By the way nice vid and presentation of flashlights.

[@sylla2]

I enjoyed your video. Thank you for the good work, Sir. However, I need to say this: Olight’s proprietary charging system is so stupid. Who wants that? Just give us a standard USB-C charging port, please. I want to carry a flashlight only - NOT additional weird proprietary cables and cradles, please. EDC is partly about prepping for situations. One situation is running out of power away from home. Proprietary crap is not in compliance with the concept and should be avoided. It's 2024. There is only ONE acceptable standard for charching: USB-C

[@Coldsteel13]

Nitecore EDC27

[@TheTylerjoy04]

You Forgot To Add The Klarus M17 A Mini Pocket Flashlight @ 700Lm.. Using A One Double AA Battery @ 3.7v..

[@mr.drapman5352]

Warrior Nano No.1

[@Beary98]

All I want is the maglite solitaire single aaa flashlight in a AA version. I don't want two aa's I don't want two aaa's Just one, bright enough AA flashlight with no modes, no extra clicks no gimmicks I need just enough lumens, and loads of battery life. The lumens craze is dumb.

[@jaytuttle8546]

CWF Micro Click is the goat.

[@jaytuttle8546]

To me and for my use, yes. Get one for yourself and see what you think.

[@adolfot.8763]

Fénix PD25R🔥✊

[@savvy_me]

Why aren't there telescopic flashlight made by good flashlight company 😮

[@jamesmertzelos210]

Re: Baton 4... Modest "stature" not "statue"

[@GhastlyGrapes]

“The human experience is entirely made possible by light” ok buddy take it down a notch

[@dyslectische]

Today i have new pocket licht. It use aaa Battery and run 3 hours GP flash light CK12 20 lumen. 25 meters IPX4 Key ring. 18x89mm Aluminium body A brand company And i pick up for backpackers. GP ReCyKo B421 EVERYDAY USB charger for aaa or aa battery to charge up.

[@Winarto7]

Why is legend convoy

[@Paul_1973]

The human experience is entirely made possible by God.

[@Choadis]

Source?

[@Paul_1973]

@ God’s Word. The Bible.

[@Maleksija6626]

Did the dude say "A pleasing neutral white 5000 Kelvin temperature"? 9:25 The melting point of a Diamond is about 4200-4300 Kelvin!

[@Energy.Theory]

That’s how wavelength colors are measured

[@chevy2die]

Dude too much weird light info in the intro. Who do you think you're talking to here? Just show the lights.

[@MintReactions]

Yeah I thought it was a video essay on light 🙄

[@Krageesh]

All much too expensive, try 50 Dollars and less guys...

[@cordellscott]

Too much fluff. Don't need a 1/2 hour video

[@SmokinOak]

I must be in the minority here. I'm not a fan of the perfectly round form factor. Take away the clip and half these lights in my opinion and it seems like many of these lights you couldn't set down without fear of them rolling away. If your on a riverbank or something and set a flashlight down on a rock, I wouldn't want it rolling away and into the water on me.

[@hollowfizz]

Edc meaning its always on you

[@zillsburyy1]

SOFIRIN SC33

[@husseinfarah6885]

This guys ways of talking can be annoying. Why the dramatic/complex wording for just simple reviews? 😅

[@bencope4483]

No one cares what you think

[@LanningKann]

A bit of Theatre adds to the entertainment and enjoyment.

[@YosuaNangin]

Edc is all about being dramatic. Do you really need a titanium blade or flashlight? Of course not, but edc people like being extra lol.

[@hrafnkellhan]

What are you talking about? The dude is talking no-nonsense. Or are you uncomfortable with the Physics jargons he throws around

[@mtzgbl]

He sounds fairly placid and concise to me. I think you might be all alone on this one bud.

[@henrybroadcast]

Since you did not include Streamlight I am not watching this video

[@Grey852]

henry broadcast please 😢 watch it i cant watch it without your approval bro please

[@henrybroadcast]

@Grey852 it makes more sense if I tell you that I simply avoid buying Chinese made, don't feed the dragon. You do what you need to do, hope that clarifies it

[@therealchrislamont]

@@henrybroadcast oh please bore off Henry

[@deadbeatdavid4992]

Not a single Zebra light??? Hah this list has no credibility

[@maxlvledc]

I love them...but there are impossible to find. Their customer service is NONEXISTENT, and expensive.

[@deadbeatdavid4992]

@@maxlvledc Their website is easy to find and I've bought them off Amazon too. Best flashlights and headlamps I own, won't buy anything else

[@maxlvledc]

@@johnnysilverhand1733 5 years ago...I would have bought that...not so much now.

[@phildo864]

@@maxlvledcthey are hard to buy now?

[@g.victorpaulson8836]

Hey! These are the list prices from the manufacturers’ websites (except Laulima Metal Craft, which didn’t seem to have a functional website). Lower prices for some of the lights were found on other sites such as eBay, Amazon, and other dealers, but none were drastically lower. I'm surprised Rovyvon didn't make this list; they make awesome lights! Olight Baton $99.99 Nitecore T4K $89.95 Acebeam E70 Mini Ti $109.90 Surefire Titan Plus $149.00 Reylight Ti Dawn $155.00 Focus Works F3 Ti $300.00 Laulima Metal Craft Ion Slim Aluminum $285.00 Prometheus Beta QR V2 Magnetic $69.00