The idea I have to spend $90 for recommended batteries I will never buy Nitecore again. I need a bright light but 15 seconds,,no thank you..

Brightest flashlight for its size ratio, its about the same size as a soda can.

I agree with at least one other reviewer that the switch on this flashlight takes a lot of practice to use as intended. It is just too touchy. Other than that, it operates as advertised and seems to be a quality product.

Love this light! Small yet packs a punch! Switch takes time to learn, but once you got it, it's quite convenient. The only down side is the switch, there is no "safety" so there were occasions I accident turned it on and drain the battery. Now I have to carry with the cap loosened to prevent accident switch on. The carrying case is bad, it broke after 2 months of daily carry. I purchased a cheap plastic carrying case but still broke after another 2 month use. I bit the bullet and purchase a leather carrying pouch, no problem since!

Very bright, very compact flashlight!! Small enough to be easily carried with very good output! Seems well made , though the switch is a bit finicky, It can be a little difficult to adjust the beam strength, particularly if your hands are cold.

Please see my full testing and review of this here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=totDOd8Zmbk&t=39s Hope you enjoy it. Thank yoou

Really bright but wish it was a tiny bit brighter. Good quality switch is avg.

This light is perfect for my needs. We live in the country and have coy dogs around. When they start howling, I can use this light to look deep in the woods to see how close they are to my property, thats when I know if I should get my weapon or not. It gives off a wide beam and penatrates the deep woods quite well. I can't believe such a small light can give off such a wide beam and so much light. I plan on buying another one to keep handy for home protection. Highly recommended.