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17 of 21 found the following review helpful:
 BEST I'VE TRIED Jan 06, 2009
By Jakes
Having owwned Mini Mag LED AA and Inova XO3, I can tell you that this flashlight is much better than the Mini and close to the XO3.(But the XO3 it is much more expensive however, and uses CR123 batteries, also more expensive than AAs)
PROs:
-Super tough
-Super bright
-AAs
-Push or locked on button
-clip for using with a cap or pocket
-very strong
-shorter than Mini Mag LED
-comes with a removable strap
-won't roll when put on table for example (like Minis)
CONS:
-Beam not adjustable
-Not completely water proof
SUMMARY:
Best cost-benefit AA flashlight I've tried. Super bright and tough, full of features.
23 of 31 found the following review helpful:
Worth 10 times what you pay! Sep 23, 2007
By Zulu45
Not to be insulting, but Rayovac hasn't always been up-to-date on led technology, but they break the mold with this one, as they unveil their enterance into the high power LED world. Personally, I feel that their LED line is what is hurting the new Mini-MagLEDs. Pretty much this is a rebranded Nuwai X-3, same as the River Rock 3W light found at Target, and same as the Rayovac Sportsman Extreme 3W light found at Wal-Mart. It gives amazing light, and has amazing regulation when using NiMH batteries. To the casual flashlight users, regulation means that you get a more constant level of brightness throughout the battery life. Where a standard light would dim quickly, regulation allows a flashlight to stay bright.
This light gives blinding light, light that you would not expect from a light it's size, especially one that runs on AA batteries. It is built like a tank, and is very easy to use. Twist to turn on, and a momentary button which you can push for sudden light for a quick burst of light, or to signal. It is light, but durable. Even if you're using a 4D standard Mag-Lite (not the MagLED) it is brighter, with better runtime.
Many casual shoppers would think that this is a lot for a 2AA light, but don't let first impressions fool you. This is a serious lighting tool for a fraction of the price of comparable lights. It costs more, but you get brighter light, more battery life, and a bulb that will never burn out. In addition, it's made strong, and if something should happen to where you lose it, you're not out a lot. Get it, and I promise you, you will NOT be disappointed.
If you're looking to learn more about flashlights, particularly LED lights, CandlePowerForums.com is a great place to learn. Find me there with the name zulu45.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Handy Jul 30, 2009
By LCopperM
This thing is small but feels like iron. Good for self defense as well as illumation!
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Worth way more than $19 Dec 21, 2009
By Ellnmth
"quagmirexphile"
Ignore the negative reviews. For a measly $19 at Wal-Mart or Target, this thing is BRIGHT! Don't shine it in your eyes. You'll be blinded for five minutes. One thing I don't like is the packaging. They're exactly the same and the price is the same. The difference: one is a measly 1 watt and the other is 3 watts. This is like trying to compare a 4-cylinder engine to a V-12. I almost bought the weaker version but ran back and found the 3-watt flashlight. I've never had problems with it but I wish you could adjust the beam. It has a lockout tailcap, something I only found on flashlights costing THREE times more than this. People who hate the push button: you can twist the cap to keep it on. Easier than fumbling in total darkness for a push button.
Pros:
-excellent price for what it can do
-very powerful, blows away even my larger Maglite, which cost twice as much!
-lockout cap to prevent battery drain, a feature usually on flashlights costing more than twice as much
-can take a decent beating and will still perform
-LED bulb so no need to spend $10 on replacement bulbs every year
Cons:
-doubt that it's waterproof
-can't adjust the beam
-rotating the belt clip scratches the paint! On the other hand, the clip is sturdy. You can clip it on and you know it won't snap off.
 OK, but I feel the 2W light is better Jan 13, 2012
By brachiopod
This is a pretty good light. I was not aware that the switch is just a "hold to turn on" and will not stay on or I would not have bought this light, especially considering that the switch is on the end of the light and hard to hold in with one hand. The light distribution pattern is good, bright center with a wide less bright area. The light is very bright, have to give it that. I also own two copies of the 2W version of the AA RayOVac sportsman light, and I feel that that light is actually better even though it is not rated as bright. The 2W light is better because 1) You can focus the beam and the focused spot is brighter than this light and 2) the switch stays on.
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