Just as the title says.
Looking to get a rechargeable flashlight.
I already have the batteries, just need the flashlight.
No more than $150ish.

Bump for inquiring minds.

Nitecore

Search their line-up for something that fits your needs.

I just got one of these and I'm super impressed.  I can't believe the output.  

Acebeam/Maratac colaboration

There are a bunch of brands that make perfectly capable lights.

Fenix, Nitecore, Olight, Thrunite, Sunwayman, Zebralight, Surefire, Acebeam, and I've owned them all.

Honestly I think Thrunite makes the overall best lights right now. The UI is simple and effective. Olight tends to prefer output vs tint binning and thus the lights are almost universally harsh to get maximum lumens. Other companies don't do this as bad.

If you are a Flashaholic and want the most control over the UI it's hard to be Zebralight. They are definitely the best headlamps but I'd be perfectly content carrying a ZL flashlight.

I'm not really a lightaholic but just need something that'll shine good.
What's UI?

Forgot to ask, should I be looking at lumens or candela for seeing further with it?
That Acebeam looks nice!

UI is user interface. How you control the light (on/off/strobe/brightness,etc).

"Throw" is measured in Candela, or Lux. Lumens is total output.

I'm very partial to ThruNite's TC15, I use moonlight/firefly mode way more than I ever imagined,
and a light blaster is just two clicks away.

Oh wow....double tap.

I've been toting around a Sorfirn SC31 Pro, 5000K, SST40 for going on 2 years now. Sofirn SC31 Pro

It rode in the backpack until I retired, now it's the coffee table light used for 90% of whenever I need a flashlight (I am a registered flashaholic, I have 27 lights and I can stop anytime I want to).  The finish has held up really well, as well as the rubber flaps.  The threads have a light lube on them from the factory.  It has the Anduril UI, the basics can be mastered in under 5 minutes and the advanced stuff WILL take some practice.  Anduril allows for either a smooth ramp up or down, or it can be set for stepped ramping.  I have the Sofirn provided 3000 maH battery, I used it for bouncing light off the ceiling for 2 nights during the 2021 storm...I probably had it set below 60 lumens, I just needed a way to light whatever room i was in.  The charging port is a Type C USB.  It's advertised as an EDC, the beam is a bit floody and will fill a field to about 100' feet out and will light up things enough to recognize them quite a bit further...if you want a long range thrower, this isn't it.  It does have an advertised 2000 lumen max output.

I ordered from Aliexpress, the price is lower now than 2 years ago, for under $30 and it took approx. 2 weeks for it to arrive.  I do advise to only order from the Sofirn Official Store.


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2300 lumens for 2 mins, hell yeah!
I think I might go with a Thrunite, they seem like a good option for what I'm looking for.

There are some questions you need to answer first:

1) What's your use case? Are you counting on it for your life?

2) What size is acceptable? Single cell, multi cell, EDC or coffee table/night stand?

3) Which is more important to you, flood or throw (distance)?

4) How much do you care about "correct" color rendition?

5) Do you need it in a few days, or a couple weeks?

Streamlight Protac 2L-X

https://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-88082-Multi-Fuel-Performance-Rechargeable/dp/B07BQD8192

Damn, can't help you. I just ordered a Cloud Defense MCH-EDC "dual fuel" light.

It appeals for a few reasons. My current EDC is a Surefire Aviator (single CR123A) and I like it, but it's less a "duty" type light and more of a utility light.

Most of my Surefire lights are great and putting out bulk lumens, and often poor UI if there are any other output modes; and Surefire hasn't really jumped on the 18650 bandwagon.

What I want is a light that can be used for tactical/defensive uses like a typical Surefire, but I also want the ability to step the output down (easy UI) for utility which is likely 90% of my uses.

More importantly, the battery. While 18650 is pretty much universal (and many makers are even bumping up to the 21700 sized batteries).  

I still like 18650 as a good light (like this dual fuel) can be backwards compatible with two CR123As or their equivalent of the 26650 lithium ion (= two CR123A) batteries. This gives you a lot of flexibility and backup options.

I do have several 18650 lights that I really like, most are headlamps, that I really like and can attest to their robustness and performance:

ArmyTek
Wurkkos
Zebralight
Olight

Obviously, all those are Chinese made, but I doubt you’re going to find many options under $150 that are American Made (maybe Streamlight?).

ROCK6

Most Streamlights are made in China now.

I have several rechargeable flashlights from Streamlight, Olight and Sofirn.  I think the best bang for the buck is the Sofirn.  
I have an SC31 Pro I use for most everything.  I especially like the illuminated power switch.  Helps locate the light in the dark and you're not fumbling for the switch.  I also have a Sofirn IF22A.  It throws a strong beam.  It goes with me camping, exploring, etc.

SC31 Pro

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Nitecore. If they don't have it you don't need it. So many choices, pick one that floats your boat.

@GreatDane

Go with a reputable brand and don't fall for those claims of 100,000 lumens from a hand held light.
I am partial to the ones with a built in charging port so I don't have to pull the battery to recharge.

I have a Zebralight SC600 that comes in a couple of different light temps, it is crazy configurable with multiple programmable options, in firefly mode it is good for over 4 months and makes a nice night light when camping.

Newer version

@cb4017
Do you have an approx. runtime in high mode?
It doesn't seem to give a lot of info on the website.

I don't.  

I do know it seems to last forever.  I bought it last November and I think I've only charged it twice.

Single cell, cheap, and easy interface. Can't be beat for the price.

Three cell, still pretty cheap, flood and throw all in one.

This 2-way clip will fit the wurkkos fc11

https://illuminationgear.com/shop/ols/products/eagtac-dxclip/v/ET-DXclip-TWO-WAY

If you are looking for throw the IF22a  is a good option, except it is a 21700 not an 18650

Flash sale.  $55.95
Nevermind... Not in stock.

https://1lumen.com/

A fellow AR15.com member showed me this site about 2 weeks ago.

Now I have been on a flashlight rampage. Nearly $1000 bucks in flashlights. From 21700’s, LEPs, soffrins, Olights, lumintops.

Flashlight technology has taken a huge leap since the days of surefire 6ps.

Goodluck OP and have fun.

Skip the 18650 and go to 21700 battery powered rechargable lights. More power and runtime.
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The little blue light- rovy von E7 is my favorite to carry. Small. Rechargable with a AAA battery backup. 700 lumens.