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The Best Flashlight

Updated Dec 11, 2022
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The smartphone in your pocket probably has a flashlight, and it’s probably pretty good at shining about 3 feet in front of you. But you can get far better illumination, versatility, ergonomics, and durability with the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, a flashlight that has a lot in common with its costlier competitors. We settled on this model after spending four weeks in the New Hampshire woods with 23 flashlights, draining almost 80 batteries, researching the topic for over 50 hours, reading through countless threads at a number of flashlight enthusiast forums, and speaking to a man who has personally reviewed almost 200 flashlights.

ThruNite Archer 2A V3, the best flashlight

ThruNite Archer 2A V3

The best flashlight
The ThruNite Archer 2A V3 has a wide range of brightness settings, an easy and versatile two-button interface, and an overall satisfying design.
We recommend
Manker E12, almost identical, almost as good

Manker E12

Almost identical, almost as good
The Manker E12 has almost all the same features as the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, but the low setting isn’t as low, and its price is usually slightly higher than our pick’s.
Another good choice
ThruNite TC15 V3, a great rechargeable flashlight

ThruNite TC15 V3

A great rechargeable flashlight
The USB-rechargeable TC15 V3 is brighter and has a longer battery life than our recommended AA models, but charging takes time and can’t happen during a power outage.
Another good choice
Olight S2R Baton II, easy to recharge, not as bright

Olight S2R Baton II

Easy to recharge, not as bright
The rechargeable S2R Baton II is smaller, less powerful, and typically more expensive than the TC15, but the unique charging system is about as hassle-free as it gets.
Another good choice

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