Hey guys! I’m looking for an EDC light that’s 800+ (pref 1000+) lumens, tailcap switch, rechargeable via mini USB or USB-C, and less than $50– is that price point delusional?
The closest I’ve gotten is the Wurkkos FC11 but that’s a little too large for my pocket and doesn’t have the tailcap switch (which means it turns on in my pocket sometimes and I can’t turn it on as quick when I grab it). My use case is obviously flashlighty stuff but an important use for me is that it’s part of my self defense layering.

Lumintop has a “Tool AA 2.0 EDC” that is about the perfect shape (fits in my fist- not square, knobby, or fat) and size (3.52*0.73 inch), but it’s not rechargeable, not as bright as the Wurkkos (but still bright at 650 lumens), and I don’t need its 5 different light modes to cycle through if I accidentally tap the back during use. Still would recommend the light, and I thought about getting a USB-C rechargeable AA for it, but as previously stated I’d really like something a little brighter and ideally a better tailcap switch.

I browsed the forum, and I saw a couple posts about the Wurkkos TS10. It’s kind of similar in size to another light I have and is a little fat for what I’m looking for. I think the FC11 is as thick or a little thinner, and still a bit big for what I’m looking for. May still try the TS10 if I can’t find anything else. I’d still consider stuff outside of the $50 price range but I really want something inside if at all possible.

  • @lemmefixdat4u
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    210 months ago

    I’ve tried a lot of EDC flashlights, and my daily carry is one of the least expensive. It’s a RovyVon Aurora. Doesn’t meet your 800+ lumen requirement (only rated for 650), but that’s coming out of a light that’s 2.3 inches long and weighs 0.8 oz (about the size of a ChapStick lip balm). I’ve found it to be more than bright enough to clearly see things at 200 feet on a moonless night. It fits perfectly in my Leatherman Wave holster. The A3 version has a magnetic tail, USB-C charging, keyring, IPX6 environmental rating, and a lockout feature to prevent accidental activation. Unless your daily routine involves a lot of flashlight use, this is a light I can recommend that is unobtrusive and won’t dent your wallet at $22 on Amazon.

    • @Echo5OP
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      110 months ago

      That is a sleek little light I might wind up getting anyways- not quite what I was looking for but I can probably find a use case for it…