How We Score Flashlights
A transparent breakdown of our 5-dimension scoring algorithm — what we measure, how we weight it, and why.
Read Guide →Buying Guides
Learn Before You Buy
In-depth guides on flashlight technology, specs, and scoring methodology. Make an informed decision backed by data.
Throw vs Flood Explained
Understanding the difference between candela (throw) and lumens (flood), and which matters more for your use case.
Read Guide →Flashlight Battery Guide: 18650 vs 21700 vs CR123A
Comparing the most common flashlight batteries — capacity, size, availability, and which lights use them.
Read Guide →Runtime Numbers Explained
Why manufacturer runtime claims can be misleading, how step-down works, and how to read our runtime tables.
Read Guide →Understanding IP Ratings for Flashlights
What IPX4, IPX8, and IP68 actually mean in practice, and how much waterproofing you really need.
Read Guide →Best Weight Range for EDC Flashlights
Why 60-110g is the sweet spot for pocket carry, and how body shape and clip quality factor in.
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