USB-rechargeable keychain light recommendations?

[raccoon]

I think the A3 is pretty similar to the Tunenge S15, though I didn’t have them both at the same time.
RovyVon has a great reputation, meanwhile I think I’m just about the only person that has talked about Tunenge on BLF, so Tunenge doesn’t have much of a reputation.

[acobp]

Trustfire minix

[raccoon]

@zoulas

Fenix E03R v2.0 Keychain Flashlight

Wow, that looks really good, especially for a rectangular light, though I don’t know much about it.

[MascaratumB]

@sb56637 , if you really liked the Nitecore TIP, I would say that the TIP SE would be a great option.

I guess they have it in NW.

Despite I like the Trustfire and the RovyVon(s) if the TIP SE has the same UI I would say that is the way to go.

Just a suggestion, though!! Hope you find a good one

[sb56637]

@raccoon

TrustFire MiniX.
The MiniX has the best build quality of the three, but the area that attaches to your keychain is made of plastic and could break like mine did.

Thanks, this sounds like an important flaw to me too. Even the cheap plastic Nitecore Tube had strong wire attachment points with an incredibly high hanging load rating (in tons if I remember correctly).

@MascaratumB

if you really liked the Nitecore TIP, I would say that the TIP SE would be a great option.

Thanks @MascaratumB , I’ll check it out!

[sb56637]

@sb56637

I seem to remember that Manker or one of the other budget brands had a rectangular offering in this space too, but again I would need to see a good review to make sure there are no major annoyances.

I think this is the one I was remembering:

Manker Lad, Keychain EDC near perfection

Excellent customer service from Manker. My college age kid has been wearing a Manker Lad High CRI on a carabiner clipped to her belt loop with her keys. It has been actively carried, sat on, dropped, and used by a non flashoholic. The ease of use, single button, small size, light weight, High CRI, and USB rechargeable battery, made it a keeper. When the button was lost, I asked if she would like one of the 2 button Nitecores instead, she said no, that she likes her Manker and would rather get…

@jon_slider What are your current thoughts?

[jon_slider]

I hope you find a keychain light you enjoy.

I have not thought about it in a long while, and dont have experience with the current offerings.

[KnotSoMuch]

@sb56637

I’m not sure if I’ll like a round flashlight on my keychain. Any good flatter rectangular designs out there?

I’ve always preferred 1x AAA twisties, but I’m planning on this RovyVon for my next keychain-size/pocket light. https://www.rovyvon.com/products/angel-eyes-e3-g2-aaa-battery-edc-flashlight

Best wishes for whatever you choose!

[sb56637]

@KnotSoMuch

I’ve always preferred 1x AAA twisties, but I’m planning on this RovyVon for my next keychain-size/pocket light. RovyVon Angel Eyes E3 (G2) AAA Battery EDC Flashlight

Hi there, thanks! Wow, that’s an interesting option. Internal + external batteries…

[Mandrake50]

@sb56637

Nitecore TIP

If you are happy with the TIP… do you want a direct replacement? It seems they are still being sold.
https://www.amazon.com/Nitecore-SE-Rechargeable-Keychain-Flashlight/dp/B07DQMXLCX?tag=namespacebran369-20&asc_source=01GTA1FEXXTTTAXWQRBN3ZDNEA&th=1

EDIT: I see that this is the “SE” version. I don’t know what the difference(s) is/are

[Mandrake50]

@sb56637

I’m not sure if I’ll like a round flashlight on my keychain

With a good AAA cylindrical light, I don’t think you would notice the difference in your pocket. At least, I don’t even notice the little Fenix on my keychain. The problem is that most of them that I have seen that are nice and small, are twisties. Even at that, I can use the light effectively with one hand. But you know what you want… until maybe you give something else a chance…

[Sirstinky]

I like the Fenix E03r v2. I reviewed it and it’s a nice keychain light. All aluminum, about 39 grams, USB c rechargable and 500 lumens with a red light and simple UI. My current keychain light is a Fenix Elite, but lower output than you want. I also like the Olight i1r 2 pro eos. Tiny, bright and rechargable 2 modes.

[Sirstinky]

I tested the E03R v2 and liked it overall https://1lumen.com/review/fenix-e03r-v2/

[zoulas]

Yes that is nice

[sb56637]

@Mandrake50

@sb56637

Nitecore TIP

If you are happy with the TIP… do you want a direct replacement? It seems they are still being sold.
Amazon.com

EDIT: I see that this is the “SE” version. I don’t know what the difference(s) is/are

Ah yes, that’s the next generation after mine I believe. This is what I have (although it’s aluminum not SS):

NITECORE TIP 2017 SS Rechargeable 360 Lumen LED Keychain Flashlight

I could live with another TIP, although the lockout mechanism leaves something to be desired on my 1st gen version.

@Sirstinky

I tested the E03R v2 and liked it overall https://1lumen.com/review/fenix-e03r-v2/

Excellent, thank you!

@Mandrake50

With a good AAA cylindrical light, I don’t think you would notice the difference in your pocket.

Good point, AAA would be significantly smaller than the ones that @raccoon suggests with their integrated battery. I didn’t really consider AAA models because I need a bit more power. I suppose it could be Li-Ion 10440 but it’s hard for me to receive uninstalled Li-Ions via mail.

[jon_slider]

@sb56637

AAA… Li-Ion 10440

a keychain light with a 10440 battery option:

Silver Fox with USB 10440 for about $20,

but its a twisty, and opening the light to get to the battery is not as convenient as a light w a USB port

I think you might be happiest with a new Tip.

[Lightbringer]

Surprised at the “not a twisty” requirement, as those are the only ones I had which never turned themselves on accidentally.

I still like the i1R2 or whatever they’re confusingly called.

The v2 has a captive cap that you fully unscrew to charge, but it doesn’t fall off entirely. Got that one on one of those looooooong lanyards that I can wear it like a geeky necklace when I’m not wearing anything with pockets.

There’s a newer version that’s a bit fatter and has a bit more oomf.

All these have 2-stage switches, so twist a little gives you low, twist a bit more gives you high. Handy.

[Lightbringer]

Oh, and there’s the rectangular Thrunite(?) that has 2 emitters. The one I got has white and UV.

No lockout, so the side-button can accidentally turn on the light if squished in a pocket.

I had all 3 of these (thin/fat i1R2s, and the Thrunite), but Hell if I can find them. Had them all here on the table, but I get the feeling some feline influence “hid” them on me.

[zoulas]

OLIGHT i1R 2 EOS 150 Lumens Tiny Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight EDC Mini LED Keyring Light with Built-in Battery for Camping Hiking Dog Walking etc (Desert Tan) https://a.co/d/fL17Voo

This converts to a Canon eos SLR camera when needed. LOL

[sb56637]

@Lightbringer

Surprised at the “not a twisty” requirement, as those are the only ones I had which never turned themselves on accidentally.

Yeah, that’s true, except the opposite also applies, I can never turn on a twisty quickly on purpose, especially if I have just one hand free.

@Lightbringer

Oh, and there’s the rectangular Thrunite(?) that has 2 emitters. The one I got has white and UV.

Hmm…

THRUNITE Flashlights. Their line of handheld flashlights includes some of the...

Sure it’s not a Nitecore?

There’s also this one:
https://www.amazon.com/BORUIT-Small-Powerful-Flashlight-365nm/dp/B0C2H29F2M