I've changed up the format here to make the list easier to maintain and present the information more clearly. I don't plan on making site-specific versions anymore; I hope the community won't find that too self-promotional.

[–] Winged_Hussar 9 points 2 years ago

IMO this format is so much more readable. Definitely think this is an upgrade - much appreciated, as always!

[–] erasmus42 12 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Thank you as always for your hard work!

Here's some feedback, take it as you wish:

A changelog from the previous version is always nice.
For the 'Quick List', consider emphasizing the light's niche, rather than the model names which are probably meaningless to newcomers. For example:
- Budget General Use Light: Wurkkos FC11
- Headlamp / Angle Light: Skilhunt H04 RC
- Long-Range "Thrower" Light: Sofirn IF22A
Typo? Convoy Z1 B35AM.

[–] Zak 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

For the ‘Quick List’, consider emphasizing the light’s niche

That's a great idea. I should do that.

Typo? Convoy Z1 B35AM.

Not any more than I'd specify that one should get an Armytek Wizard with the Nichia 144AR. That letter in the part number is only relevant when you're swapping LEDs and need to know the voltage. Convoy doesn't offer the B35AR.

[–] erasmus42 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Typo? Convoy Z1 B35AM.

Not any more than I’d specify that one should get an Armytek Wizard with the Nichia 144AR. That letter in the part number is only relevant when you’re swapping LEDs and need to know the voltage. Convoy doesn’t offer the B35AR.

I'm used to seeing it offered in flashlights as B35AM, I have not run across a B35AR light yet. No worries!

[–] [email protected] 7 points 2 years ago

Thank you for the update! Really curious about the H150. I hope they will release it soon.

[–] Adair21 6 points 2 years ago

Thank you for continuing to support this new community. And the new format looks great!

[–] bquinlan 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

This is much appreciated.

[–] INeedMoreLumens 2 points 1 year ago

Thanks for making the list!

The Amazon links for the Thrunite TC20 v2 aren't working. TS10 price is now $23.99

[–] solrize 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Note the Manker E02 and E03 are 25% off right now, from the links on your list.

You might add the D25 series headlamps. I think they are made by Boruit, though sold by Sofirn and others. They work and are ridiculously cheap, starting at $17 here: https://www.sofirnlight.com/collections/headlamps

Added: they have a 20% off code too! So they start under $14 w/o battery.

[–] Irrigo 2 points 2 years ago

Thanks for this list - very useful! Just happened to stumble across this community, and could do with a new torch/flashlight for work. Excellent timing!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I'm looking for a thrower for hiking. Either 18650 or built in charging port. No idea what throw distance I want. Biased towards right angle but I think those aren't common for lights focused on throw. Is the IF22A my best option or is there something better? Price not an issue, to a limit (290 is above that limit).

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Just wanted to say thanks for this list. As a new consumer of flashlight content, this was very useful way to catch up on common considerations and some models to consider. I even picked up a Wurkkos FC11 for $23. What a step up over the random cheap flashlight I was using before! And this is considered a “cheap” flashlight?! I was doing some comparisons with the crappy flashlight I had before: Of course, the brightness and feature set is so much better, but the high CRI of the FC11 is magical! What a great flashlight!