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Whether you are hiking, running, working in security, construction or you just need something around the house, best-torches.com has tested and hand-selected the best flashlight for you.
We have created a handful of categories for the most commonly searched flashlight types and selected the best one in each.
We all have different wants and needs when it comes to shining light.such as brightness, size, waterproof-ness etc. If you don't have time to consider all these factors, you can't go far wrong with the best-torches.com best all-rounder flashlight.
Best all rounder
Well it gives you 200 lumens for 64 hours yet is only 6.2 inches long. All driven by just 4 x AAA batteries - incredible! It is splash proof (IP54) and has a patented focus feature. Finally you can illuminate objects over a staggering 689 feet away! This is incredible for its size and price. No wonder it is the winner for the best all rounder for 2012.
Sold with a pouch, karabiner, lanyard and gift box - ideal gift
Best bright
- Length: 395 mm
- Weight: 1488 g
- Luminous flux : 1000 lm
- Batteries: 4 x D Cell
- Energy tank: 120 Wh (Capacity of included batteries at delivery.)
- Burning life: 244 hours
- Beam range: 535 m (0-1765 Feet)
Best waterproof
This ones comes with the added benefit that it also floats.
The 3AA - 4 LED Carabineer Flashlight features a waterproof design with floatability. It is constructed with shock absorbing rubber around the head and the body of the light. The rubber design around the body allows for a slip-free comfortable grip, ensuring stability and durability.
The flashlight has a uniquely built-in tail cap carabineer clip and comes complete with 3 AA cell batteries. Its attractive and distinctive color also helps to make it a winner in the best-waterproof category for the 2nd year running.
Best tiny
This is a no-brainer. It is the size of a pen, weighs just 1.6 ounces, produces 24 lumens of light, runs on just 2 "AAA" batteries and has a run time of 7-1/2 hours. Oh, and you can clip it on whatever too.
It's a great addition for technicians who need the occasional light inside cabinets etc but don't want to get bogged down with a larger and heavier flashlight.
Pen size things tend to get dropped and abused - but don't worry - this bit of kit can take the knocks as it is built from the aircraft grade aluminium.
Best rechargeable
The charger operates on A/C or D/C current and the aluminium contact rings allow charging in any position. Maglite have used the best technology available and use the most up to date rechargeable battery system with up to 1000 hours of battery life (approximately equal to 200 long life batteries). The RX2019 is highly polished, scientifically designed, has a metallic reflector and can withstand extreme temperatures.
Best eco
Householders and others who store a flashlight for long periods have been buying these in their thousands in recent years because they will never have problems with flat batteries when they go to use them once a year!
Best batteries
The best flashlights deserve the best batteries to power them. Don't worry though, the best does not mean the most expensive, Visit our best battery guide to help you choose.


