# I’m looking for a powerful, rechargeable spotlight… **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [August 11, 2024, 9:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564 "2024-08-11T09:57:41Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 9:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/1 "2024-08-11T09:57:41Z")
We’ve had flashlight threads here before. A year ago I bought this, **NEBO 12000 Rechargeable Flashlight with 2x Zoom, 5 Light Modes** … On Amazon ➜ [NEBO 12000 Rechargeable Flashlight with 2x Zoom, 5 Light Modes, Waterproof (IP67), and Power Bank, Bright Flashlight for Everday Carry, Hunting, Camping - Amazon.com](https://a.co/d/7mp86z3) … and while it is great, what I’m looking for more is a bright spotlight with a tight, focused beam. That NEBO 12000 is a bright light but it puts out a broad beam. Amazon seems to have several that they sell ➜ [Amazon.com : rechargeable spotlights handheld small](https://is.gd/TJjVKI) On that page, this one seems promising: **YIERBLUE Rechargeable Spotlight with 200000 Lumen LED** ➜ [YIERBLUE Rechargeable Spotlight with 200000 Lumen LED, IP67 Waterproof Handheld Flashlight Searchlight with Detachable Red Light Filter, 10000mAh Long Running - Amazon.com](https://a.co/d/2lDGBcn) Any suggestions / recommendations? ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 10:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/2 "2024-08-11T10:19:52Z")
There is no way you’re getting 200,000 lumens for 27 bucks. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 10:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/3 "2024-08-11T10:43:50Z")
Here’s a test of an actual 113,000 lumen flashlight for only $669. > **[The 113,900 Lumen Assault Flashlight](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42d10bhs304%2F)** > > Find it here: https://amzn.to/3itkzqw Sometimes there's sales here: https://www.imalentstore.com/products/imalent-ms18-100000-lumen-flashlight?ref=JIHVYOv1 I... ---
**Author:** ![DPRK](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/4491bb/32.png) [@DPRK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DPRK)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 11:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/4 "2024-08-11T11:48:12Z")
Are you looking for a “flashlight” or like stage lighting? Either way, you don’t need 200,000 lumens. ---
**Author:** ![DPRK](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/4491bb/32.png) [@DPRK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DPRK)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 12:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/5 "2024-08-11T12:11:37Z")
Also, high-power lights, e.g., 1000W may require an external battery, not a couple of D cells. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 2:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/6 "2024-08-11T14:08:51Z")
I’m looking for a flashlight, hand held and portable. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 2:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/7 "2024-08-11T14:25:55Z")
> [@running\_coach](#): > > Here’s a test of an actual 113,000 lumen flashlight for only $669. > [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42d10bhs304/](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42d10bhs304/) That’s crazy bright, but I don’t want to spend $700. I guess I can ask it this way: what’s the brightest handheld flashlight that I can get for not more than $200 that has rechargeable batteries? Ideally, if it’s a spotlight I would prefer that. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 2:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/8 "2024-08-11T14:34:24Z")
These are both highly regarded companies. You can get more lumens than you need for far less than 200. > **[Flashlights](https://www.fenixlighting.com/collections/flashlights)** > > Discover top-quality high-lumen, LED, rechargeable, and tactical flashlights at Fenix. Your ultimate source for reliable illumination. > **[Rechargeable Flashlights - Bright, Compact and Fast Charging](https://www.nitecorestore.com/Rechargeable-Flashlights-s/1826.htm)** > > Complete selection of bright and high lumen rechargeable flashlights here. They use built-in USB and USB-C ports to provide a quick and convenient way to charge your flashlight, great for professionals and everyday carry. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 2:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/9 "2024-08-11T14:55:05Z")
Thanks, I am checking those out. In the meantime I’ve liked using small flashlights from Olight, especially these two. The Baton 4 is nice and small and easy for EDC in my pocket. Baton 3 Pro 1500 Lumens Rechargeable Flashlight ➜ [Baton 3 Pro 1500 Lumens Rechargeable Flashlight - Olight Store](https://www.olightstore.com/baton-3-pro-small-rechargeable-flashlight) Baton 4 Powerful EDC Flashlight 1300 Lumens ➜ [https://www.olightstore.com/baton-4-powerful-edc-flashlight](https://www.olightstore.com/baton-4-powerful-edc-flashlight) ---
**Author:** ![beowulff](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beowulff/32/542_2.png) [@beowulff](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/beowulff)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 4:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/10 "2024-08-11T16:46:54Z")
My favorite flashlight is my “Sky Ray King” > **[Skyray King 3xT6 CREE T6 XM-L 3800LM LED White Flashlight Torch for Camp - Gold](https://m.geekbuying.com/item/Skyray-King-CREE-3-x-XM-L-T6-3600LM-LED-Flashlight-for-Camp-Gold-4-x-18650-333817.html?ref=w&Currency=USD)** > > China-1 Stock | Buy Skyray King CREE 3 x XM-L T6 3600LM LED Flashlight for Camp - Gold (4 x 18650) online at unbeatable prices. ✓Free Shipping ✓Limited Time Sale ✓Local Warehouses. It’s as bright as a car headlight. ---
**Author:** ![MindsEye\_Watering](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mindseye_watering/32/3619_2.png) [@MindsEye\_Watering](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MindsEye_Watering)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/11 "2024-08-11T17:41:51Z")
Here’s one that [works great for me.](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OU67Z80/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1) Very bright. ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 5:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/12 "2024-08-11T17:57:03Z")
> [@Bullitt](#): > > what I’m looking for more is a bright spotlight with a tight, focused beam. That’s interesting. For my usual use (illuminating the path I am walking on) I look for a light with a diffuse beam, so I can see a wider area and don’t have a totally blind spot at the edge of the bright light. I also use laser pointers as, well, pointers, and want an extremely tight beam. But I’ve never had use for “very narrow and bright” that’s les tight than a laser pointer. If you are looking to point, I recommend you search for “laser pointer”, not “flashlight”. Some of them point impressively far. Otherwise, I can’t help you. Except to say that for my use, a headlamp is SO much better than anything handheld that I am willing to sacrifice some performance to get my light stuck to my forehead. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/13 "2024-08-11T19:28:58Z")
Thanks, but I already have a laser pointer and that’s not what I am looking for. I actually have a star pointer, a powerful laser. It works great for pointing at stars. My needs are different from yours. In my OP I have a link to a light like yours. It works really well. For the spotlight, one scenario I want to support is that I’m on a long road trip, far from home. I’m staying the night at a motel and I’m parked near my room. In the middle of the night I want to illuminate my car from inside my room, to check on it. So, a spotlight is better than a broad beam light. And a headlamp will not help me. So I am looking for a powerful, rechargeable, handheld spotlight. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 7:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/14 "2024-08-11T19:31:09Z")
> [@MindsEye\_Watering](#): > > Here’s one that [works great for me.](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OU67Z80/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1) > Very bright. Good to know. Thanks for your real-world feedback on it. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/15 "2024-08-11T19:34:13Z")
> [@beowulff](#): > > My favorite flashlight is my “Sky Ray King” > > [Skyray King 3xT6 CREE T6 XM-L 3800LM LED White Flashlight Torch for Camp - Gold](https://m.geekbuying.com/item/Skyray-King-CREE-3-x-XM-L-T6-3600LM-LED-Flashlight-for-Camp-Gold-4-x-18650-333817.html?ref=w&Currency=USD) > > It’s as bright as a car headlight. Interesting. It’s similar to the Olight Baton 4 Powerful EDC Flashlight 1300 Lumens that I have, and it easily fits in my pocket. And I’m very happy with it. But, it’s pricier than yours so you may have the better deal. ➜ [Baton 4 Powerful EDC Flashlight 1300 Lumens - Olight Store](https://www.olightstore.com/baton-4-powerful-edc-flashlight) ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2024, 7:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/16 "2024-08-11T19:51:46Z")
> [@Bullitt](#): > > For the spotlight, one scenario I want to support is that I’m on a long road trip, far from home. I’m staying the night at a motel and I’m parked near my room. In the middle of the night I want to illuminate my car from inside my room, to check on it. So, a spotlight is better than a broad beam light. And a headlamp will not help me. Cool. Sorry i can’t help. ---
**Author:** ![Baal\_Houtham](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/baal_houtham/32/13604_2.png) [@Baal\_Houtham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baal_Houtham)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2024, 2:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/17 "2024-08-15T02:47:15Z")
Here’s a list of top-rated thrower flashlights at different size and price points. 1lumen is a respected review site in the flashlight community. Noctigon K1 looks good. It’s a single-cell light that throws nearly a mile. USB-C charging. FWIW, pretty much every powerful light drops to a lower setting after a minute or two. That’s never been an issue for me; I see what’s going on and then turn down the beam. If I need another look I can bump the power back up to turbo, > **[Long range flashlights: The best throw flashlights we reviewed (for 2024 )](https://1lumen.com/farthest-throw-flashlight/)** > > Best throwers in 2024? The list includes the Best Throwers in each category. Some may not be the newest but still the best in their category! Ordered by battery type and budget. ---
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Look at [NiteRider](https://www.niterider.com/) bike lights. Rechargeable, bright, & relatively tight beam. \* has nothing to do with a 1982 talking Trans Am with a red scanning light in the front bumper ---
**Author:** ![crazyjoe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/f14d63/32.png) [@crazyjoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/crazyjoe)\ **Post date:** [August 16, 2024, 9:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/19 "2024-08-16T21:02:57Z")
Torque Test Channel on YouTube does reviews on flashlights occasionally, and is very thorough. While some flashlights are rechargeable, the best use standard rechargeable cells like 18650 and 21700 or larger, so you can have more than one. I’ve got a couple of small ones that will throw a ton of light a good distance… I’ll try to find the link from where I got them. I insisted on a simple on-off switch as I didn’t want to cycle through 5 modes each time I use it. ---
**Author:** ![crazyjoe](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/f14d63/32.png) [@crazyjoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/crazyjoe)\ **Post date:** [August 16, 2024, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564/20 "2024-08-16T21:07:45Z")
Found the link: [https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07VNCWZBF/ref=ya\_aw\_od\_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1](https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07VNCWZBF/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1) You can use AAA rechargeable with the included adapter or you can buy some 18650 cells and a charger and still be over $100 under budget. I’ve had mine for years, they have a wide and narrow beam mode. [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-m-looking-for-a-powerful-rechargeable-spotlight/1005564.md?page=2)