I’m looking for a flashlight for my parents:
-fairly simple UI, and good build quality
-charging port (usb c or micro usb)
-average suburban use, doesn’t need to be too fancy/tactical
–4-5000k
-$20-100ish
My top choices are the SP36 LH351D, and the MF01 mini (SST20 NW or XPL-Hi NW). I think both offer ramping, and they seem to be a good flood/throw combo, and color.
All 3 seem pretty great to me- the XPL Hi’s seem to offer more throw/focus, but worse color. I’m open to other suggestions too
My personal favorite light so far is the BLF Q8. Good size, color/tint, flood/throw balance, firmware, build quality, price. It doesn’t have a charging port though, & they won’t want to deal with charging 18650’s. I’ve used an MF01 219c & it’s nice, but too big, seems too floody, and the color seems a bit too cool. A really nice light, but it probably wouldn’t be the first light I grab to use. I’ve also used a ROT66 219b- I liked the size, the color seemed a little warm, and it has the loose battery carrier build quality issue.
I just got my BLF SP36 a week or so ago. I did not expect to like the color temp, but it really does look pretty good. If you are sure they can deal with the interface, I would recommend the Emisar D4SV2 slightly more. It is a single cell light but does not include built in charging. But, an Lii100 charger is perfect for the situation. The D4Sv2 seems to handle heat a little better and if fits the hands wonderfully! The magnetic tailcap is a big plus as well.
My new favorite muggle light has been the Sofrin SC31B. Click on, hold for 5 mode ramp that wraps around. Click off. Double click for Strobe, Hold for psycho strobe. Click off. Long hold when off turns on the switch LEDs, which also serve as a battery indicator when you turn the light on.
“Kit” includes battery and micro USB cable. Get 2 for $46 at Amazon, and Dad can leave one in his coat pocket.
So glad you posted this. Both my father and step father are in their 70’s and both separately in the past few weeks picked up my BLF Q8 and asked if I could get them something exactly like that but with direct charging.
I’ve been leaning heavily toward the SP36 LH351D, and have just been waiting for a really good sale/code with batteries included. (don’t need any more wires.)