Lumintop GT3 PRO
Reviewer’s Overall Rating: ★★★★
Date: 4/23/23
Specs & Measurement Information:
Emitter(s):
3x XHP70.2
Price in USD at publication time:
$240.99
Cell(s):
4x 21700 (Molicel P45B)
Waterproof Rating:
IP68
Switch Type:
E-Switch
On-Board Charging?
Yes
Charge Port Type:
USB-A: QC3+ / USB-C PD3.0 PPS
Measured CCT:
7000k (on turbo)
Measured CRI:
75CRI (on turbo)
Claimed Lumens (lm):
27,000lm
Measured Lumens (at startup):
29,700lm
Measured Lumens @ 30 seconds:
4,400lm
Claimed Throw (m):
707m
Claimed Candela (Kcd):
125kcd
Measured Throw (m):
693m
Measured Candela (Kcd) @ 2 meters:
120,000Kcd
My lumen measurements are taken using high-drain cells with a lumen tube & Sunche meter. Candela & throw measurements are taken with a Dr. Meter light meter.
Pros:
- Extremely bright
- Build quality is good
- Can utilize flat top cells
- PD/QC Charging w/digital readout
Con
- Gets really hot, really quickly
- Quick step down on turbo
- 7000k CCT on turbo - a very cold output
- Average CRI
- Price point
Summary: ★★★★
I purchased this light under the premise of it being an updated & upgraded version of the original GT3. The emitters carry over from the original GT3, and so does the general size & shape of the reflector & head diameter. You have the addition of onboard charging and the change from 18650 cells to 21700 cells. You also get a bump in initial lumen output.
Given the increase in length compared to the original GT3 (the PRO is as tall as a Convoy 4X18A or 3X21B) - this no longer fits as well in a coat or jacket pocket for those nice cool weather strolls out and about. When I spent some time with this light recently, it gets very hot on turbo, even in cool ambient temperatures with a light breeze.
Versatility is essential to me, and adding onboard charging is a big win in my book. I enjoy the form factor, and this will put a lot of light on something, albeit briefly. Still, given the vast array of available emitter choices, I’m left longing for different options. Overall, this iteration of the GT3 is a good step forward in design progression over the original GT3.
*This light was not provided to me by any entity and was purchased utilizing my own resources. I have not been paid or otherwise compensated in any form to review this item, nor have I been withholding any problems or defects.