It’s not possible to name one light that you’ve run across that absolutely everyone would like but it is possible (I think) to name a light that most people would like.
Name a light that you have that you think would fit this category and maybe give a short statement regarding your reasoning.
Remember, this isn’t necessarily the light you like best. It’s the light that most people would probably agree is a good deal/nice light etc.
I would have to say that a light that should fit this category is the Ultrafire 602c. It’s a single mode twisty 1 AAA light that is not too light and not too heavy and seems to be pretty tough and well made and costs around $15. It’s about 65 lumens with a new battery.
For anyone who would prefer a clicky the Tank007 TK-701 at $9 would fit the same need.
I like both of those lights and don’t see much for anyone to particularly dislike about them. I personally use my ITP A3 (3 mode) more but it’s more expensive and some people like it and some don’t which is why I choose the other two for this thread.
What about you? Maybe think about it as what even a non-flashaholic would appreciate all things considered.
Dqg tiny aaa. I have not found anyone yet who isn't impressed by it and it is the smallest aaa light.
Not sure about the DQG tiny-II. For an edc for a non-flashaholic, it's too high maintenance... I've already used up one O-ring, and had to use a the tip of my knife to re-tighten the head/driver board a few times, otherwise it flakes out on me.
For 'just anyone', I'd vote for something more like the black cat / tk-703 / CQG S1.
- Idiot proof w/clicky
- No modes
- 'standard batteries'
- CHEAP
Going bigger, the ultrafire RL-168 (H/M/L) or trustfire R5-A3 are nice clicky AA's.
I have to admit, I've been thinking about getting both the A3 and xeno E03, but they're more expensive than what I'm willing to pay for that size/output.
I was seriously thinking about the Xeno Eo3 as well for a while but the “unique” finger grooves and the low that is too high for me eventually caused me to lose interest.
ITP A3 EOS
Sipik zoomer
Romisen RC-N3 (@ Shiningbeam)
Mag LED ( should be able to pick up a great deal on Black Friday in U.S.A. ) EDIT: 14.97 @ Lowes Black Friday
These are all lights I have purchased for non-flashaholics .
SiPik sk68
black
http://www.meritline.com/focus-zoom-lens-flashlight-light---p-44806.aspx
grey
http://www.meritline.com/focus-zoom-lens-cree-q3-flashlight-torch-light-...
****fire C8 torch with XM-L
I don't own one but I think the Xeno E03 would be a decent contender. It takes AA's, the style is familiar and it puts out a lot of light if one wants to dabble in lithium ion. I think most non-flashaholics are concerned with getting a lot of light as opposed to low modes. Most people probably don't realize you can get multiple modes 
The sipik, the Tank and xxxxfire C8 are all winners in this universally loved category. I would add an L2p with XPG or XML dropin. There can’t be anyone on earth who doesn’t like that.
- Olight i(1,2,3)
- LRI Photon X / LRI Photon II PRO
I don't recommend L-ion lights to " just anyone ".
For non-flashaholics I stick with readily available batteries .
Jack you beat me to it! I think for non-flashaholics you need to consider lights that run on standard cells and preferably alkalines. I wish there were more “budget lights” with high output that could run on standard cells.
Alkalines are bad for runtimes, too much internal resistance, and no one gets to have fun on the High mode.
But NiMH and lithium primaries are just fine.
I have found that most people can handle L-ion batteries just fine. Give them a good protected cell and charger, tell them how to take care of it and you will most likely never have a problem.
How is it the Maratac AA and AAAs have not been mentioned? Got a Xeno EO3 a while back and it lived in my pocket about 3 months until I realized how much I missed my little Maratac AA. The Maratac seems to love NiZn batteries, by the way. Much of the Lithium ion output with substantially less heat.
The AAA Maratacs are always on my key rings, loaded with 10440s. Bright enough for almost anything and very long run time on low. Never had a reliability issue with any of these.
Now this thread has evolved into the most liked light in multiple categories and special circumstances
Over all you basically go with a light that takes AA's (readily available and still compact enough) is compact and puts out a lot of light without too many modes. Xeno has the "cute" factor with their colors while still satisfying the other criteria. I actually think that light is more for the mainstream than it is for flashaholics. If they had a good USA distributor they could do very well with that model alone.
I have yet to show an XM-L equipped L2P to someone at work who didn't say, "where did you get it/how much/will you 'get' me one."
To any serious beginer flashaholic, this should be your first light.
Foy
I still think the solarforce l2s is best for beginners. if something goes bad replacement parts are readily available.
I work outside and in the dark so i get a lot of use out of my lights. i was helping out a coworker the other nite and he saw my stlv2. he said he wanted it. so i sold it to him on the spot.