the best option between a full size tube and an LED flashlight
588071
the fixture is good.but won't tolerate rough handling, and does not come with a over; the bulb will do at least a twelve by sixteen space
1214810
This model is the second high tech LED flashlight which I purchased. The first was its now discontinued forerunner. We were so impressed with these lights that we began selling Inova in our jewelry store. Over the years we have sold a lot of the various Inova models and have never had a complaint. This particular model is small, lightweight, handy and vastly superior to the old, standard bulb, two D cell lights I grew up with and used in the military and law enforcement. The on/off twist cap may not be as handy as the push button on some models but I have never discovered this light accidentally turned on in my belt carrier. I have owned cheaper brands but found that all eventually failed, some very quickly, but my first Inova is still going strong after a lot of hard and frequent use.
4345958
I have been a fan of streamlight products since...forever. Tactical flashlights can get insanely expensive but I have always found streamlight to be a high quality yet economic alternative. This has become my EDC flashlight because of its small size...excellent brightness...and durability. Tube is about the diameter of a pencil but much shorter. A must have for anyone who needs a dependable light available at a moments notice. Anyone who carries a pistol concealed should absolutely carry one.
3427185
I bought a cool flashlight and installed it on my bicycle back in October 2009.

<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Super-Bright-9-LED-Heavy-Duty-Compact-Aluminum-Flashlight-Jet-Black/dp/B000LIQQ7M/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Super-Bright 9 LED Heavy-Duty Compact Aluminum Flashlight - Jet Black</a>

I found that I was having to recharge the batteries after just an hour of use.  I figured I needed new batteries and so I bought some. Same thing happened. I decided to experiment by buying two flashlights. I installed one on my girlfriends bike and one on mine using a couple of electrical conduit hangers and some inner tube.

<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Dorcy-41-4750-180-Lumen-High-Flux-LED-Cyber-Light-Flashlight-with-Batteries/dp/B002OOZERY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Dorcy 41-4750 180 Lumen High Flux LED Cyber Light Flashlight with Batteries</a>
Pros
1. Great Spotlight, really goes a long way
2. 4 AA batteries
Cons
1. Almost blinding to look at
2. Square case, so not as comfortable in the hand.
3. Batteries don't last as long as the 41-2510

<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Dorcy-41-2510-4-LED-Carabineer-Floating-Waterproof-Flashlight-with-Batteries/dp/B0039PV1QK/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Dorcy 41-2510 4 LED Carabineer Floating Waterproof Flashlight with Batteries</a>
Pros
1. Waterproof
2. 3 AA batteries last several hours of shine time
3. Round Case
4. Cartridge for easy battery exchange
5. Full Even light, easy on the eyes
Cons
1. Flickers a little bit when riding on a bumpy road.

I ended up buying another Dorcy 41-2510, because it works better for my intended use.

2013_7_29_Update
I had one break when I went over a bump. It was a clean break so I glued it back together.
498921
I was not  sure which LED flashlight to buy.  I know I wanted one for the house in case the lights go out.  I have two 9 LED flashlights but they were small, cheap plastic things powered by 3 C batteries.  The 'Big Kahuna' is a 95 LED light that just blows the socks off everything else I have seen thus far.  I put some weak batteries in The 'Big Kahuna' and it shown light a super nova.  Yes it is a large light, heavy, metal and well constructued compared to all the lame plastic LED lights I saw.  The switch is not water proof and yes that would have been a nice touch but, I don't need a water proof switch.  The cheap plastic lens does take away from an otherwise really awesome'Big Kahuna' flashlight but few of these other plastic flashlights are half as durable as The 'Big Kahuna'.

Yes The 'Big Kahuna' could stand a bit of refining to make it the perfect utility flashlight for home and car.  I bet The 'Big Kahuna' would likely be bright when smaller weaker lamer flashlights will have given up the ghost.  It is not just about brightness even if the The 'Big Kahuna' is SUPER BRIGHT.  The 'Big Kahuna' also has endurance.  I bet these LED's will stay bright longer than most small LED lights using its awesome three quality D size batteries.

Compared to the other lame weak LED offerings currently available, The 'Big Kahuna' is the best and the biggest.  This flashlight is called The 'Big Kahuna'  and for my money its name and the five stars I give it are BOTH WELL EARNED!
827686
This is the perfect solution for a headlight on a bike. I've spent money on purpose built bike lights, and they've all broke pretty much immediately. Normally they are plastic, and the mount is the first thing to break. This thing is the best. It's just a piece of rubber with velcro straps. You just put a normal flashlight into the mount, which is much more convenient. I trim the velcro down to fit after I mount these, and I normally put some duct tape on the handle bar where the mount attaches, to keep it from moving around. This is the flashlight I pair it with:&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/UltraFire-7w-300lm-Mini-Cree-Led-Flashlight-Torch-Adjustable-Focus-Zoom-Light-Lamp/dp/B011YQNE7O/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">UltraFire 7w 300lm Mini Cree Led Flashlight Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Light Lamp</a>
Any flashlight between 3/4" and 1-1/4" should work fine. I also recommend these to complete the bikelight package:&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/LED-Concepts-2-pack-of-RED-and-WHITE-Silicone-LED-Waterproof-FRONT-and-REAR-Bicycle-Light-set/dp/B00KHAVAE8/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">LED Concepts 2-pack of RED and WHITE Silicone LED Waterproof FRONT and REAR Bicycle Light set</a>
All of these items are regularly sold on Amazon, but not always from the same suppliers
2833938
This is one handy little flashlight (torch in UK talk). As advertised, the barrel is metal - probably aluminium and the light seems at least water resistant if not waterproof. It does have a membrane on / off switch implying weather resistance. I ran some faucet water over it for a few seconds with no ill effects. I didn't try freezing it in a block of ice or leaving it underwater for a protracted period. The blurb reads military grade but as far as I can tell, that has no specific definition.

This seems to be almost custom made for use in an automobile. The flashlight is a nice focused beam giving a good deal of light in the small center and a bit of a halo effect in a much wider circle. The trouble light has already come in handy when I needed to locate two relays in my car parked in a dark garage.

The third option, the pulsing red LED's is better than nothing but won't be terribly obvious if you are parked on the side of the road and wish to use this as an alert that you are stopped. It lacks the power one would wish in such a device. When lashed to the back of a bicycle, however, it made a tremendous rear light which would do wonders to alert drivers that a bicycle is ahead. In that context, or as a signaling device, it's aces.

The magnetic base came in handy when using in trouble light mode. Overall, other than more power, which isn't reasonable in such a modest device, I can't think of a single improvement. Nice flashlight and a permanent resident of my emergency car kit now.
4618450
This tiny little light, about half the size of the 3w Luxeon LED flashlight I got a couple of years ago, is at least twice as bright and has a narrow focus beam.  Fits in a pocket easily but carries a big punch on its brightest setting.  Seems pricey but once you see the bright output, you understand why.  Don't confuse this with the cheap "multi-LED" lights you can get at a fraction of the cost -- it's not even in the same class -- this is a high-tech, high-output flashlight.  The lowest level light output is perfect for extending the life of the battery and is usually all I need (I'm over 40, so for menus, reading labels or just reading anything in dark places, extra light is a MUST).  Of course I crank it to the max when showing it off to my friends.  The SOS strobe could come in handy in an emergency, assuming anyone understands Morse code these days.  The blinding full-power strobe is perfect for locating someone in a large crowd (stadium, arena, large auditorium).  Simply call them on your wireless phone and tell them to look for your strobe light, then hold the light up and turn until they tell you they see it!  GREAT light.  I won't leave home without it.  I carry extra batteries in the glove box of my car and in my travel bag so I'm never stuck with having to buy a retail-priced CR123A.
4502588
I picked up one of these from another vendor, so I can't comment on the seller here. Regarding the light, though, I was pleasantly surprised at the size. Having loved my LD22, and formerly using an LD01 as my EDC, I was looking to get something with a push-button switch that I could still use for EDC. A lower lumen setting was important, as I find I very rarely need the 60+ Lumens range - instead, I much prefer the low (<10) range with extreme battery life.

The PD22 has been an excellent surprise in that it's ALMOST too small to be a "real" flash light, but it's still essentially the same electronics as my LD22. Four brightness settings, easy to hold and use. For reference, I've got fairly large hands, and it's exactly the width of my fingers in a closed fist.

One note I've read from other places: Don't use rechargable 3.7V batteries in this - stick to the 3.0V CR123As. I can't speak for that rule (and won't try it), but the higher voltage can damage some lights, so this one might be among them.

Also note that these models don't tailstand, if that's something you're big into. Either way, it's an excellent straddle between a keychain light (where I currently have it) and a 'real' torch.
4962445
Works with Ultraviolet LED flashlight Blacklight&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/LEDwholesalers-395-nM-51-UV-Ultraviolet-LED-flashlight-Blacklight-3-AA-7202UV395/dp/B001Q70A0G/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">LEDwholesalers 395 nM 51 UV Ultraviolet LED flashlight Blacklight 3 AA, 7202UV395</a>helps see urine stains easier to define&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/LEDwholesalers-UV-Protection-Adjustable-Safety-Glasses-with-Yellow-Tint-7821/dp/B001RKFZPC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">LEDwholesalers UV Protection Adjustable Safety Glasses with Yellow Tint, 7821</a>
3986069
If you read my other reviews on LED flashlights you will see that I LOVE them.  I have a problem, I should get help.  This light is a little pricey but the build quality is good.  I love the easy to use strobe feature.  Great for crossing a busy street at dusk or night.  It is small enough to easily fit comfortably into my pant's pocket, while being short enough to not bother me when I sit down.

The light itself is bright and can be dimmed to three different levels irrespective of the strobe and SOS.  Sometimes too much light is a bad thing.  One can dim this to look in small places like a headphone jack on an iPhone without being blinded by the brightness when you dim it.

Runs on CR132 batteries (one) .  I think it was accidentally turned on in my pocket, got low, and needed replacement.  The light started acting up as far as its programming when its battery was low: fixed with a new battery.

Pros:
Size
Build Quality
Light Patterns / Strobe / SOS
Size
Size

Cons:
None
2500940
This is a nice set that includes the flashlight, an 18650 rechargeable battery, a charger and a bonus keychain flashlight.  If you don't want the keychain flashlight you can check out the Outlite&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Outlite-Rechargeable-18650-Battery-and-Charger-Included-LED-2000-Lumen-Handheld-Flashlight-Led-Cree-Xml-T6-Water-Resistant-Camping-Torch-Adjustable-Focus-Zoom-Tactical-Light-Lamp-for-Outdoor-Sports-1pcs-A100-Camouflage/dp/B0105PL5IU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Outlite (Rechargeable 18650 Battery and Charger Included) LED 2000 Lumen Handheld Flashlight Led Cree Xml- T6 Water Resistant Camping Torch Adjustable Focus Zoom Tactical Light Lamp for Outdoor Sports (1pcs A100-Camouflage)</a>&nbsp;which is a very similar flashlight.

This flashlight is similar to other CREE flashlights I have tested. It has five modes which are high, medium, low, strobe and SOS. You cycle through the modes by pressing the button at the base of the light until you have the one you want.

The amount of light that these little flashlights put out is truly amazing. This model allows you to focus the beam from a very concentrated bright spot, well square actually, out to a nice wide beam by moving the head of the flashlight backwards and forwards. This adds a nice bit of versatility to the light.

The included charger is simple but effective in charging the included 18650 rechargeable battery. The package also includes a small plastic adapter that can take three AA batteries and then slip into the flashlight. Since these lights can eat up power pretty quick I'd recommend picking up a few more of the 18650 rechargeable batteries and keeping them ready for when you need them.

The mini keychain flashlight is a nice added bonus as it is truly small enough to throw on a keyring and have it with you at all times.  It is more than bright enough to help you find the keyhole late at night.

Overall this is an excellent flashlight with a nice amount of accessories included for a low price. Really cannot go wrong here. Highly recommended.

Sample provided for review.
1062274
I bought this for some heavy duty use, doing home inspections, so it lives in the bottom of a bag and gets hauled out to go into attics and basements. There are times when you need something big enough to hold onto and not lose, which was the point here. Silver helps too, making it easier to find. The LED gives a nice broad and even light, a big change for anyone who used even a high quality incandescent bulb.

As there aren't really rechargeable D cells, I use&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Panasonic-BQ-BS1E4SA-eneloop-D-Size-Battery-Adapters-for-Use-With-eneloop-Ni-MH-Rechargeable-AA-Battery-Cells-4-Pack/dp/B00JRF2GHO/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Panasonic BQ-BS1E4SA eneloop D Size Battery Adapters for Use With eneloop Ni-MH Rechargeable AA Battery Cells, 4 Pack</a>&nbsp;with it. I think the battery life isn't as long, which isn't the flashlight's fault, and with an LED it's just as bright. I think the price to quality ratio for this thing can't be beat.
2148603
Best LED tube replacement available. Very bright and no flickering or issues.
1893785
I am a night shift RN who works on a patient care floor and I use this flashlight every night that I work. It fits in my pocket without being cumbersome (or even noticeable) and has the perfect amount of light to allow me to check on my patients during rounds. I routinely adjust IV pumps, oxygen flow meters, and perform other chores, without having to disturb my sleeping patients by turning on the overhead lights. It casts a white to bluish tinted flood more so than a spot beam. I would describe it as capable of softly, but adequately illuminating a dark room. If you look into the beam, it is bright enough to temporarily blind you.

I even carried it as a back-up light during a Grand Canyon backpacking trip last November and ended up using it in camp for 4 nights after my headlamp broke. It does not cast a bright enough beam to really hike by on a dark night, but is suitable as a back-up.

I did attach a wrist lanyard to the base of the flashlight off of an old camera that I had, and this improved my ability to hold, use, and secure it. Battery life seems to be very good and this flashlight has been bomb-proof so far. I recommend it!
2738111
As a low voltage technician, I use this all the time in crawl spaces and attics.

Pros - the LED beam is adjustable for broad or beam. The light is extremely bright and is more than adequate for what I do. I use this with a mini light LED light bar flashlight. This is great for long spots or holes.

Cons - the clip is hard to get off your pants or tool belt. It definitely stays attached...a little too much sometimes.

Overall - great little flashlight for the price and better than what you can get at the local hardware store unless you wanna spend double the price.
3226244
It's the right size for me to carry around on the job and emits a bright, strong and intense LED light where I need it.  The rechargeable battery lasts a long time on a single charge.  Also allows for use of over the counter batteries in a pinch.  I'm very satisfied with this flashlight set.  I just wish there was a pouch or a case to clip to my belt when I'm not using the flashlight.  Other than that it was worth the money and I will be ordering more in the near future.