2000 lumen flashlights

Olight Warrior 3S

Great quality flashlight with 2,000 lumens

The Olight Warrior 3S is a tactical, rechargeable flashlight with a claimed output of 2,300 lumens.

During our testing, we noticed that the 2,300 lumens claim was easily reached, and measured 2358 lumens at 30 seconds (as per ANSI Fl1 standards).

Olight includes a 21700 battery, which has been altered to fit 21700 Olight flashlights. It’s a proprietary battery, that can not be replaced by a normal 21700 battery. Keep that in mind when buying. The battery doesn’t need to be removed from the flashlight for charging, since the flashlight has a built-in magnetic charging system. You just need to attach the magnetic charging cable to the rear (switch) of the light. Both, the cable and switch have a magnet built in, so they attach by themselves, in the correct position.

The UI is pretty interesting as well. With 2 switches, you can either use it in the underhand (normal style) as well as in the overhand (tactical style) position. You can use the 2 switches interchangeably, so you don’t need to use both hands, or change hand positions. This is a great, and unique feature.

Armytek Viking PRO Magnet USB

Tactical style flashlight with 2,000 lumens

Most flashlights that are advertised as being 2000 lumens don’t even reach that far. In this list, we looked through hundreds of reviews to see which ones were doing close to 2000 lumens, or are advertised as that, maybe not reaching it, but still great flashlights. The Viking Pro just stayed within that parameter, and actually reached 1999 lumens at turn on.. Quite close!

In our test, we measured 1958 lumens after 30 seconds (as per ANSI FL1 standards) and a maximum reach of over 341 meters/ 373yards. These numbers show that Viking PRO is a serious tactical flashlight.

It also stands out in the way you charge it. It uses a magnetic charging cable that you attach to the rear (near the switch) of the flashlight. This is more waterproof than a USB port, and is also less likely to get dirt inside.

BTW. there are a few versions of the Viking Pro, and the one I am referring to is the Predator PRO Magnetic USB version. It’s the latest tactical flashlight in this lineup.

Convoy L21B

Affordable flashlight thrower with 2,000 lumens

If you’re looking for a 2,000 lumen thrower and don’t want to break the bank, definitely check out the Convoy L21B. It’s the successor of the L21A which we also reviewed.

For less than $40, you get a good performing thrower, with 2,000 lumen output (we measured and confirmed this) as well as a total reach of 340,000 cd (1167 meters) at turn on, and 340,000 cd (1064 meters) after 30 seconds.

We do the 30-second measurements because that is part of the ANSI FL1 standards, which flashlight manufacturers should follow.

Many enthusiasts’ first lights were Convoys, and for good reason. They’re simple to use, easy to repair and mod, well-built, and good performers.

Sofirn SC31T

Some people love Sofirn because of their balance between price and quality.

The SC31T is a pretty affordable flashlight at $25 without a discount coupon and claims a maximum output of 2,000 lumens.

In our test, we measured 1558 lumens at 30 seconds (with a Sofirn 18650 lithium battery) but 1983 lumens at turn on with a Sony VTC6 battery. And that’s one of the best 18650 batteries out there. That also shows that the Sofirn battery isn’t the worst but also not the best. Still for the price, it’s worth adding it to your cart.

Although the SC31T isn’t really a bonafide tactical light, it’s still a versatile multirole light and is equally at home riding in your pocket, glove box, desk drawer, or tool chest. It’s cheap, functional, reliable, and has good performance.

Nitecore HC68

Versatile Headlamp with 2000 lumen

There’s three switches on the Nitecore HC68. There is one on the side (for power), and two on top for adjusting the brightness/spot/flood/cycling through the modes. The headband has a silicone “line” on the inside to keep it anchored to your forehead.

The output we measured was 1660 lumens after 30 seconds and 1831 at turn on. This is not bad performance. But the ‘throw measurements’ were higher than spec, so that gives a good indication of how trustworthy Nitecore’s numbers are.