I really don´t use the D4 nearly as much anymore, I find it good on winding trails. I also bought Nitecore SRT9 (it has it´s purpose). All my TIPs are frequently used by all family members. Astrolus s42 is useful when you want something superwide angle, but really a lantern is maybe better? Odd thing is that ever so often I find myself using my “old” Niteye ec-r26 and ec-r16, they are darn good lights!
This years big thing for me was really the Aspire 18350, game changer!
Tubelight, nice beam without a big angry hotspot, perfect for indoors when you’re not looking for throw. Reminiscent of a TIR beam, actually, even though it’s a reflector.
Got two Tains this year; Ottavino V4 and Azco. Both are stunning to look at and perform very well.
But honestly, I really like two of my “cheapies”. I have a Convoy S2+ (actually got two) with 18350 tube and Aspire battery using the Biscotti firmware. I am very impressed with the functionality of it and love the smaller size as compared to my standard S2+.
Also, I know some will disagree but I just bought my second Nitecore TIP 2017 because I liked the first one so much and they have a tendency to be less than excellent in reliability. Just a great all around little light.
My favorite of 2017: Olight s2 baton, Lumintop sd mini, Surefire g2x, Klarus xt11gt, Klarus xt11s, Fenix pd35 tac. Here is the list of the best tactical flashlight. I agree with this list. Out of 10 of those flashlights 7 is my favorite. Accoring to my logic, every best flashlight should have tactical features.
After some consideration I would nominate $7 S2+ as well. Unlike some other awesome deals it is something that an average but determined person can grab. And it’s worth it.