Comments on: Hands-on: Duracell's new Daylite LED flashlights

The venerable battery maker introduces a trio of LED flashlights.

[shawn1313]

Thanks for pointing out that maglite is made in usa while duracell is made in china. That could be the deciding factor between purchasing the two.

[hms4]

Wondering how long the battery last.
Looks like a good choice for home, but for work i prefer my Streamlight LED Stinger, 140 lumens rechargeable, and takes the abuse.

[MadLyb]

MagLite for the win!

I have a Mag that I have carried in my car (across 3 cars...~14 years) that I recently upgraded to LED and I'm hoping to have it another 14 years.

Unless Duracell brings something thats adds value beyond the Mag's, I will not switch.

[mkxlh883]

You have to love a company that is loyal to the U.S. workforce. A rare find these days. I'm sticking with Mag, I use them exclusively. They work and take the abuse. Even if these lights were the next best thing since sliced bread, the Mags that I buy support workers on this side of the Pacific.

[jan_n]

Let's face the reality. This is just a typical cheap LED flashlight (like anything else Garrity makes) with the ppwerful P&G advertising behind it. The advertising sounds as if this is a premium product, but these lights are nowhere near the quality (and performance) of serious high-end flashlight such as Surefire, Streamlight, Inova, or even MagLite. Yes, they are better than typical cheap plastic flashlights that populate the battery section of an average supermarket, but don't be fooled, Duracell Daylites are NOT serious, heavy duty flashlights like the ones used by law enforcement, the military, or other users who require really excellent performace, durability and reliability.

[PD6803NY]

I used to carry MAG flashlights, but switched to Surefire as MAG hasn't kept pace in recent years. The Surefire is a great product - heads and tails better than Mag, very bright, but expensive (>$100).

While camping last week, a guy at the site had a Duracell light that uses 3AAA batteries that he insisted was better than the Surefire. Surprisingly, it was at least as bright as my Surefire, and appeared very good quality. Cool focus action too.

I'll pick one up - anyone know where to find one?

[beaver441]

yeah were do u BUY the 1 powered by lithium CR123 batteries!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

msg me plz

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[blackcoffeenosugar]

Used a MagLite Solitaire before. But the best keyring-sized flashlight I have had so far is actuall made by a company called Fenix. It is more expensive than the MagLite Solitaire, and possibly made in China, too. But what's good about it? It comes with a LED as standard, with a few different light mode and only takes 1 AAA battery. In fact this is the only LED flashlight I know that takes only 1 AA or AAA battery.

[michellejdesigns]

I have tons of flashlights and Maglight has held up to all my need though it is a bit pricey at times but you are paying for great quality. I have upgraded to an LED Mag and I love it, especially since I am not one for the dark. I love my 4D cell Mag to use not only as a bright flashlight but also a weapon if needed :). Recently I have found that the Husky LED's are a good choice if you are looking for a good flashlight that doesn't hurt your budget. You can get them for $5 for a small one or $10 for a 4pk are larger ones. They are pretty durable though I know they do not compare to Mags but they work for an alternative.

[light-reviews]

Actually these are pretty average lights, though excellent value for money. I believe the "top dog" might be SureFire instead.
There is a niche market for true high-end flashlights which easily outperform off-the-shelf lights such as these. Do check out www.Light-Reviews.com to check some out!