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Battery-Powered Lanterns

user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
BioLite SunLight 100 reviewed Nov 18, 2023
$20
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Goal Zero Lighthouse Micro Charge Lantern reviewed Feb 11, 2023
$30
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
BioLite AlpenGlow 500 reviewed Aug 27, 2022
$80 - $139
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
LuminAID PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power Lantern reviewed May 5, 2022
$50
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Rayovac Indestructible Lantern DIY3DLN-BC reviewed Oct 29, 2021
user rating: 3 of 5 (1)
Energizer Weather Ready 360 Degree Area Light reviewed Oct 14, 2021
MPowerd Luci Base Light reviewed Sep 20, 2021
$55
MPowerd Luci Core reviewed Sep 17, 2021
$20 MSRP
user rating: 3 of 5 (2)
Black Diamond Moji reviewed Aug 18, 2021
$20 - $24
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Ledlenser ML6 Connect WL reviewed May 28, 2021
$80
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
LuminAID Packlite 12 reviewed May 26, 2021
discontinued
user rating: 3 of 5 (7)
MPowerd Luci Explore reviewed Sep 26, 2020
$85
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (4)
Goal Zero Lighthouse 250 Lantern reviewed Sep 1, 2020
discontinued
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (4)
MPowerd Luci Original reviewed May 23, 2019
$25 - $30
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (2)
MPowerd Luci Outdoor 2.0 reviewed May 22, 2019
$25 - $29
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
MPowerd Luci Connect reviewed May 16, 2019
$65
user rating: 1.5 of 5 (40)
Ozark Trail LED Rechargeable Lantern reviewed Jul 10, 2018
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (22)
Black Diamond Orbit reviewed Apr 16, 2018
$30 MSRP
discontinued
user rating: 3.5 of 5 (1)
Black Diamond Moji XP reviewed Jan 25, 2018
user rating: 5 of 5 (5)
Black Diamond Voyager reviewed Jan 25, 2018
$40 MSRP
discontinued
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Goal Zero Lighthouse Mini Core Lantern reviewed Jan 11, 2018
$40
user rating: 4 of 5 (2)
MPowerd Luci EMRG reviewed Dec 7, 2017
$13 - $20
user rating: 3.5 of 5 (5)
Snow Peak Mini Hozuki reviewed Nov 11, 2017
$50
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
UCO Pika 3-in-1 Rechargeable Lantern reviewed Oct 26, 2017
$24
user rating: 3.5 of 5 (3)
UCO Clarus reviewed Sep 26, 2017
user rating: 5 of 5 (4)
UST Pico Lantern reviewed Sep 18, 2017
discontinued
user rating: 4 of 5 (2)
Power Practical Luminoodle reviewed Jun 22, 2017
$20 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Nite Ize MoonLit LED Micro Lantern reviewed May 5, 2017
$11
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Suaoki Solar Panel Foldable LED Lantern reviewed Mar 9, 2017
$30 MSRP
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Gear Aid ARC LED Light & Power Station reviewed Jan 25, 2017
$100 MSRP
discontinued
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
ThorFire LED Camping Lantern reviewed Dec 14, 2016
UCO Leschi Lantern + Flashlight reviewed Aug 13, 2016
$16
user rating: 4 of 5 (2)
BioLite TravelLight 135 reviewed Jul 21, 2016
$33 - $39
user rating: 3 of 5 (1)
Princeton Tec Helix Bluetooth reviewed May 15, 2016
user rating: 4 of 5 (2)
Princeton Tec Helix Backcountry reviewed Feb 26, 2016
$40
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Primus Polaris 360 reviewed Oct 9, 2015
$40 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
MPowerd Luci Aura reviewed Jul 27, 2015
$30
user rating: 4 of 5 (8)
Coleman Exponent 4AA Pack-Away Lantern reviewed Jun 8, 2015
$35 MSRP
 
user rating: 2 of 5 (6)
Ozark Trail Fluorescent Camping Lantern reviewed Sep 1, 2014
discontinued
user rating: 4 of 5 (2)
Highgear TrailLite Mini reviewed Aug 30, 2014
$18 MSRP
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (7)
Coleman LED Micropacker Lantern reviewed Jul 22, 2014
$15 MSRP
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RTG R-PAL reviewed Jul 15, 2014
$130 MSRP
user rating: 3.5 of 5 (1)
Coleman 6D CPX Classic Family Lantern reviewed Mar 27, 2014
$50 - $54
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Coleman 8D Family Size LED Lantern reviewed Aug 20, 2013
$30 MSRP
user rating: 3 of 5 (1)
Coghlan's LED Micro Lantern reviewed May 10, 2013
user rating: 2.5 of 5 (6)
Brunton Glorb LED Lantern reviewed Apr 22, 2013
discontinued
user rating: 5 of 5 (6)
Black Diamond Apollo reviewed Feb 28, 2013
$70
 
user rating: 2 of 5 (5)
Ozark Trail LED Hanging Tent Light reviewed Oct 17, 2012
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Recent Battery-Powered Lantern Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
BioLite SunLight 100

A nifty little light that works great for small campsites, travel, and where a larger lantern might not be practical. Solar or power charging options eliminate the need for batteries. Why did I buy this light? I really enjoy my BioLite AlpenGlow 500 lantern, but for some trips, it just doesn’t make sense to lug around just a big lantern. So I started looking for a smaller, lighter option that would be able to slid into a pack without taking up much room but still provide similar results (i.e. Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
Goal Zero Lighthouse Micro Charge Lantern

The ultimate EDC flashlight/lantern? It’s great for backpacking/camping, that’s for sure. The Lighthouse Micro Charge is a minimalist, portable yet powerful dual-use light with an USB outlet to double as an emergency power bank (hence the Charge in its name). Small, hand-sized flashlight/lantern/charger perfect for an EDC. The USB port is used to charge external devices. Capacity is limited though.  The Lighthouse Mini Charge is a versatile piece of gear that gets a lot of use on every kind… Full review

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
BioLite AlpenGlow 500

BioLite's AlpenGlow 500 is a reliable and rechargeable 500-lumen lantern that offers a wide range of color options from bright party colors to a subtle candle-like feeling. The simple one-button design takes a little time to figure out how to access each mode, but once figured out, is easy to operate. A smaller 250 lumen option is also available from the manufacturer. Conditions: What started out as a car-camping lantern quickly turned into a back porch lantern and eventually my daughter’s favorite… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
LuminAID PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power Lantern

I bought my PackLite Max 2-in-1 online from luminAid as a backup power supply for charging up some of my electronic gear as I hiked. It served as a great source of lighting while in my tent after dark on the Appalachian Trail. I carry a couple of different solar panels while hiking and or canoeing and when I saw the luminAid online I liked what I saw. I thought it would make a good camp light and I don't have to worry about batteries going dead.  Full review

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Rayovac Indestructible Lantern DIY3DLN-BC

In the Beginning, on the 1st day, the Almighty Rayovac Created Light, and Rayovac saw that the light was good and it separated the light from darkness. And now all of humanity shall not perish in the darkness of night. This Rayovac is the best LED lantern that I own. It claims to be indestructible and waterproof, submergible up to 1 meter deep. When camping in a group, using headlamps for your primary light when sitting around the campfire only results in blinding one another with each other's headlamps. Full review

rated 3 of 5 stars
Energizer Weather Ready 360 Degree Area Light

Ok, so have you ever run out of batteries for your flashlight or lantern? Well, I surely have and it isn't pleasant doing things in the pitch black of darkness. It usually happens to me where I am either in the middle of nowhere or when all the stores are closed that would sell batteries. Well, the people at Energizer, the same people whose batteries you probably buy, made an LED lantern with this in mind: more battery options. This lantern comes with a multi-battery option using an included adapter… Full review

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
MPowerd Luci Base Light

The Mpowerd Luci Solar Inflatable Light + Power Bank is a creative, and bright light for backcountry explorers. With the help of a small solar-powered system, this product allows you to see clearly when it matters the most. MSRP: $54.95 Weight: 10.1 ounces Luci Inflatable Light + Power Bank Inflatable Light + Power Bank Features The Mpowerd Luci Inflatable Light + Power Bank is a fun and easy-to-use device. It comes with 360 powerful lumens, and 31 individual white lights in order to give users… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
MPowerd Luci Core

The Mpowerd Luci Core Light provides solace from the darkness no matter where you are. Built with 40 lumens, this product makes a great nightlight or lamp.   Luci Core Light MSRP: $19.95 Weight: 5.3 ounces The MPowerd Luci Core Light is a utility solar light that can be used in a variety of different settings. Take it camping, and you can use it to light your tent late at night. It makes a good overhead light. It also helps you to accomplish tasks in low-light. And, since it’s solar powered,… Full review

rated 2 of 5 stars
Black Diamond Moji

A battery hog. Waste of money. Full review

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