Mini flashlights with real power: luminosity in the smallest format

In an emergency, the smartphone replaces a flashlight, no question. But in many cases a real flashlight is still indispensable. However, modern representatives have nothing in common with the sometimes bulky, extremely expensive and unwieldy flashlights of the 80s and 90s: the modern flashlight is extremely bright thanks to LEDs, but remains incredibly compact. For example, small flashlights can achieve around 350 lumens with just two AA batteries, as the test winner shows.

In the following table we present you the most interesting flashlights of the test of our cooperation partner AllesBeste. If you would like more detailed information, you should also take a look at our comprehensive purchase advice.

The test environment

Our cooperation partner tested a total of 28 flashlights between 16 and 180 euros. All details on the test winner and the alternatives shown above can be found in our extensive purchase advice. Among other things, we go into the processing of the flashlights, describe the practical impressions of the testers and examine the accessories. You will also find information on the other flashlights tested as well as general background information and tips there.

These types of flashlights exist

The flashlights featured here are EDC lamps (EDC = “Every-Day-Carry”), i.e. normal all-round flashlights for daily use. Besides that, there are those tactical flashlight, which is characterized, among other things, by being particularly bright and robust. Tactical flashlights can also be used, for example, for self-defense or to smash windows, which is why these lamps are mainly used in a professional environment, such as by rescue workers.

There are also special lamps with UV light, green, blue or red LEDs. You can find out more about this in our purchase advice.