I'm thinking of buying this torch but the run time on high is slightly putting me off, so anyone know of a similar torch size and lumin wise with a longer run time .
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OLIGHT i3T2 EOS Torch Alternatives ?
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I3T 2 EOS Small EDC Torch 300lm Dual Fuel AAA Pocket Flashlight - Olight UK
i3T 2 small EDC torch, powered by a single AAA battery, offers 200-lumen light, extendable to 300 lumens with a 10440 rechargeable option. Learn more now!
When you say “similar size” do you mean length and diameter or just length? Obviously you can get more run time in the length by going to a fatter battery, which is what I would do.
What is your intended use case? Carry every day for looking into dark places, walking the dog at night, stashed in the car or an emergency tool kit, light camping?
TBH the stated runtimes are pretty good for an AAA torch. Would you be using AAA, rechargeable NiMh (LADDA, Eneloop), or 10440 Li-ion?
I only use AAA on a little Skilhunt E3A on my keyring, it runs 100lm for an hour and helps find keyholes or things in the back of a cupboard. Anything that needs a longer runtime has a bigger battery.
AA size is a significant step up. I'm using Vapcell F15 Li-ion batteries which have a 1500 mAh capacity and now trust my small torches to complete a dog walk without dimming down and off.
Lumintop Tool AA might be worth a look, runtimes are good, and I'm pretty sure the battery has a usb-c socket built in. If not, these are available to simplify charging.
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I only use AAA on a little Skilhunt E3A on my keyring, it runs 100lm for an hour and helps find keyholes or things in the back of a cupboard. Anything that needs a longer runtime has a bigger battery.
AA size is a significant step up. I'm using Vapcell F15 Li-ion batteries which have a 1500 mAh capacity and now trust my small torches to complete a dog walk without dimming down and off.
Lumintop Tool AA might be worth a look, runtimes are good, and I'm pretty sure the battery has a usb-c socket built in. If not, these are available to simplify charging.
Lumintop Tool AA 3.0 review | EDC light with 900 lm | 1Lumen.com
Reviewing the Lumintop Tool AA 3.0 which is an upgrade of the Tool AA 2.0... or isn't it?
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I would suggest looking at the i5R, for 6mm longer and 2mm wider, you get 200% performance improvement.
For a useful and small AAA torch I like my little Ledlenser P3 Core torch. It's the older 90 lumen torch but the focussing system seems to work ok giving a sensible throw and it claims it'll run for 3 hours on high. I've not tested it but the battery does seem to last a long time.
It seems to be being sold off cheaply now, I've seen it for £8 at Screwfix and on offer elsewhere.
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Worth reading the reviews as it might not suit everyone. It always comes on at the lowest setting and the on switch needs a good push, both ideal for me.
It seems to be being sold off cheaply now, I've seen it for £8 at Screwfix and on offer elsewhere.
Ledlenser P3 Core Series Torch | Battery Operated | 90 Lumens | Compact
Ledlenser P3 Core Torch ULTRA COMPACT AT ITS BEST The P3 Core mini torch surprises with its strong performance and ability to fit into any pant or shirt pocket. Thanks to the Ledlenser patented3 Advanced Focus System, you can continuously focus the light at any time. Additional features include...
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Worth reading the reviews as it might not suit everyone. It always comes on at the lowest setting and the on switch needs a good push, both ideal for me.
