Which one is your favorite AA flashlight

jon_slider · 2025-09-30T17:54:37.529Z

IF I had to use AA

D3AA
I would pick my Emisar D3AA.. recessed button does not turn on in pocket, and the driver uses NoPWM.. nice close range floody beam.. similar to TS10 (whose form factor I prefer, but it does not work on AA)

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I like the D3AA for its lack of PWM and multifuel capability.. I use USB-C 14500
I like it enough that I have purchased more than one

Not Fan of the form factor (oversized head), so I just use it at home as a desk and bedside light. I dont carry it clipped, because it acts like a cheese grater..

Pokelit AA Ti:

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I found the Pokelit AA UI really frustrating

Im not used to a momentary forward clicky.. partially pressing the button turns the light on, and it advances modes if done repeatedly.. I would not trust it in my pocket (the Ti model can not be physically locked out)

plus it has Last Mode Memory, which means I never remember what level it will turn on at, so I ended having to cycle through brightness levels to get the one I wanted.. (and it uses PWM)
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Skilhunt E2A:

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Tried a Skilhunt E2A.. works OK, has a good beam, but not a fan of the slow PWM
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Zebralight SC53c N

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Very nice EDC host but AA Zebra has higher Flicker Index than D3AA, and I do not love Zebra UI, prefer Anduril

The AA Zebra has a great form factor that slides in and out of pocket without grating because the body is smooth, no knurling, nor sharp ridges (D3AA has both those issues). The Zebra clip is excellent, low profile, with strong retention.

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I dont like to use Eneloops because they require a separate charger, I use USB-C 14500, but the present model is not 14500 capable.. the SC54c N does work on AA Lithium Primary.. that would be my battery choice if I was traveling or away from an Eneloop charger..

To me Eneloops are not a desirable power source Unless the light can not use 14500..

I did not keep my SC54c N, I bought a second SC53c N that is USB-C 14500 compatible.

my favorite power source is USB-C 14500, they work in my Zebras, Emisar D2’s, Emisar D3AA’s, and Wurkkos TS10’s

nicodimus22 · 2025-09-30T18:04:13.365Z

Convoy T8 (SFT-25R)

Mandrake50 · 2025-09-30T18:59:45.734Z

jon_slider:

it acts like a cheese grater..

Sounds so familiar And I agree 100%. While I like theD3AA for so many reasons, I don’t carry it, for that reason.

I like my Eagtac D25A. They are available with different emitters. Including a high CRI 219C. Dual Fuel. Pretty stiff flush reverse clicky tail switch with low probability of unintentional activation. 4 Levels with twist the head for turbo. Always starts in the lowest mode (unless you forget to untwist the head from the turbo mode) Nice clip. But it is a bit longer than some of the others mentioned here. Not enough that it bothers me, though. (I forgot to mention, it tail stands and works well with a diffuser…which I like!)

I sure wish they were able to make the TS10 dual fuel. If they could have, that light would be a good candidate.

Mandrake50 · 2025-09-30T19:02:01.921Z

I recently got one of those (T8 25R). I like the little light and the 5K has a nice CCT and tint. The head is a bit bulky for pocket carry, at least compared to the other lights mentioned here so far.

nicodimus22 · 2025-09-30T20:03:53.084Z

The T6 should still be fine if you want something slimmer, as long as you’re cool with a bigger hotspot and less throw.

acobp · 2025-09-30T20:07:10.950Z

Convoy T6 and Sofirn SP10V3

no_motor · 2025-09-30T20:18:05.067Z

I guess mine would be the Convoy T3 that’s supposed to be headed my way - it’s the only single AA light I own.

Neon_Sunset · 2025-09-30T21:02:03.190Z

I’m still a big user of AA. What’s near the work center today is Convoy T3, Thrunite TH20, Zebralight H54, Wuben E6, Sofirn Sp10 Pro.
All modded to some extent, I like sapphire lenses in the work collection.
Easy to pair lights up for different needs or expected usage.

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jon_slider · 2025-09-30T22:16:12.696Z

Neon_Sunset:

I like sapphire lenses

me too!

it was rather expensive to buy a 1mm x 19.3mm Sapphire lens for my Zebra (and I had to rely on McBob to open the light for me)

no_motor · 2025-09-30T22:34:52.901Z

I like that format too. Even a 200 lumen light serves most of my needs today when I check in the outside cat food or look under the couch. I use them in a couple of radios too, they only need charging every few weeks.

RichH · 2025-09-30T22:40:49.718Z

I like that out of 11 lights in the poll, hardly any of them get a mention

Just a nod to the Convoy T6 and the Pokémon, we’re mainly Wurkkos TS10, HD10 and Hanklights D3AA. Of which I do have an assortment of 11

Mandrake50 · 2025-09-30T22:57:42.261Z

The only one I have on his list is the Pokelit. While it is a very nice light for what it is. It is not at the top of my list for AA lights.

Ledhead · 2025-09-30T23:52:27.696Z

Both of the silver ones are T3’s?
Nice collection. I need a zeba

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Neon_Sunset · 2025-10-01T00:56:31.281Z

Yes, one has a 4500k 519a and the other has a KW CSLNM1 for throw. Really good lights, hope to try the ramping drivers next .

Neon_Sunset · 2025-10-01T01:04:49.111Z

I like the wonderful choice of chemistries, availability, accessibility of the venerable AA .

Ledhead · 2025-10-01T01:32:21.382Z

Which clip set-up do you prefer?

Neon_Sunset · 2025-10-01T02:38:04.514Z

I prefer the screw on clip, can be bent to personal preference for tension.

Kraids · 2025-10-01T09:13:38.922Z

Convoy T7, fantastic dual fuel light with on board charging. I swapped the emitter for a 3000k SST-20 and a 20 or 30⁰ beaded TIR (i forget which is in it) and it is a fantastic pocket light