Hey again guys, another exciting release from OLight! I've been personally looking forward to a new pocket flooder for a while. I've had this review unit for what feels like forever. OLight swore me to secrecy until today. While impatiently waiting I've managed to capture some 180 clips (nightmare to edit) which I've included the best in my YouTube review and BLF review below. Hope you guy's like it!
I'm certainly not the most scientific reviewer, but I enjoy our hobby and most importantly I enjoy giving something back to our humble community. Of course any questions or tests requests for the Seeker 2 Pro are welcomed while its still in my possession.
Video Review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPNRx2zZyOs
Written Review
Last year we reviewed the X9R, OLights 25,000 lumen monster flooder. Now it would appear were seeing double, with the new Seeker 2 Pro borrowing many of its features. This includes the same user interface, silicone grips and feedback LEDs. All this wrapped up pocket friendly package with 3200 lumens of output. In this review we will run through the key features, operation and our overall conclusion.
While many features have been borrowed from the X9R, the Seeker 2 Pro also features a number of incremental design updates of its own. Most notedly the Seeker 2 Pro is quite small for a 3,200 lumen pocket flooder. We’ve seen similar flashlights such as the older R50 Seeker Pro which were not nearly as pocket friendly. In-fact the Seeker 2 Pro’s head is about 20% smaller than its predecessor. OLight has taken upon its experience with TIR optics to create a triple TIR rather the typical single XHP70. This produces a smooth and even beam without the need for a reflector. This, combined with the 27100 battery has allowed for the overall size reduction.
Then there’s the interface. OLight has continued to include solid user feedback with LED gauge’s for both the output and battery levels. The left side show’s the brightness level while the right side the battery level. Having user feedback allows the user to make a more informed output selection based on the remaining battery capacity.
While it is unusual to have a section to discuss the flashlight grip in my reviews. It is worth mentioning the Seeker 2 Pro’s grip is excellent. Not only does it provide a decent amount of traction, it also provides heat protection when the flashlight is in turbo mode. The styling also matches the Seeker 2 Pro well, almost making it appear like a mini X9R.
The Seeker 2 Pro comes with OLight’s updated MCC or Magnetic Charge Cable. This allows the flashlight to charge at 1 amp, which is somewhat faster than the original MMC which was rated at 500 milliamps. In our testing, a full charged Seeker 2 Pro took 6 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Given the large capacity 5000mah 21700 battery, this charge time isn’t too unreasonable.
OLight has also included what they are calling the L-Dock. This is a magnetic mount allowing the flashlight to be docked in a fixed position for charging. OLight includes 3M adhesive tape, mounting screws and even a set of cable management cable clips in the box. Rather usefully the L-Dock mounted perfectly in our USB equipped centre console, keeping the flashlight charged while we on the road.
The Seeker 2 Pro includes 5 light modes and one flashing modes. This includes moonlight at 5 lumens, low at 50 lumens, medium at 300 Lumens, high at 1,200 lumens and turbo at 3,200 lumens. The Seeker 2 Pro will stepdown for both of its highest modes, including at 110 minutes for high and at 2 minutes for turbo. Runtime varies between 12 days on the moonlight mode to 150 minutes on turbo mode after stepping down.
To switch on The Seeker 2 Pro press the side button once. This will switch on the flashlight in the previously selected mode. Pressing the side button again will switch off the flashlight. To cycle through the 5 light modes, press and hold the side button while the flashlight is on. Pressing and holding the side button from off will access the lowest mode while double tapping the side button from either on or off will access the turbo mode. Both 3 minute and 9 minute timers are available by double tapping and holding the side button from any of the light modes. This will automatically switch off the flashlight when the selected time is reached. Finally to lock out the flashlight, hold the side button for more then 2 seconds when the flashlight is off.
After travelling the past 10 days with the Seeker 2 Pro, we were impressed with both its compact size and output. Combine this with the silicone grips and LED gauges makes this one of OLight’s best new releases this year. If you’re in the market for a pocket flooder the Seeker 2Pro would definitely be worth your consideration.
As always we need to thank OLight Australia for keeping us up to date with their latest products and allowing us to evaluation and review The Seeker 2 Pro prior to its release.
