Flashlights for Kids (we recommend)
Skip the junk and check out some good-quality flashlights for your kids.
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Before you move on: These flashlights are not for toddlers!
Unlike most of the “Top 10 lists” on Google, we have actually owned and reviewed hundreds of flashlights on our team. We know the difference between an okay flashlight and a great flashlight. We don’t recommend low-quality flashlights to anybody, not even to your children. Keep in mind we are talking about kids aged 6 and above.
Also, check out our list of recommended headlamps for kids.
Please scroll to the bottom of this page for more information and a disclaimer.
Best AAA flashlights for kids
Lumintop EDC01 (for kids and adults)
Simple flashlight with plenty of battery life
| Specification: | Specified: |
|---|---|
| Max. brightness: | 120 lumens (We measured 113 lumens) |
| Battery type: | AAA (disposable, rechargeable) |
| Charging: | No built-in charging |
| Extra: | Available in black, blue, and pink |
AAA flashlights are one of the safest flashlights you can get. AAA batteries are widely available and won’t explode. However, we recommend using rechargeable AAA batteries like Panasonic Eneloop instead of disposables, because they can be recharged hundreds and hundreds of times.
This one is probably best for children aged 6 and above. You tighten the head to turn it on. If you quickly unscrew it and tighten it again, it will go to the second mode, etc. The Low mode is about 4 lumens (we measured it), the second mode is 31 lumens, and the highest mode is 113 lumens at max output.
The lower modes are great for extensive use, and the lowest mode can run for 26 hours straight. This is plenty bright for most people and enough to use in a tent, for example. The highest mode is about over 110 lumens, and runs for about 50 minutes before you need to replace the battery.
This is why we would recommend this flashlight:
- Pocket friendly, and very lightweight
- Bright enough, but not too bright for children
- Has 3 modes, so you can extend the battery life
- No switches, so you can’t accidentally turn the light on
- Easy to attach to your keys, tent, zipper etc.
Best AA flashlights for kids
Lumintop Tool AA 2.0
Flashlight with 140 lumens
| Specification: | Specified: |
|---|---|
| Max. brightness: | 270 lumens (We measured 248 lumens after 30 seconds) |
| Battery type: | AA (disposable, rechargeable) but also accepts 14500 lithium |
| Charging: | No built-in charging |
| Extra: | (great for adults as well, in combination with the 14500 lithium battery) |
If you’re looking for a reliable AA flashlight for older children, the Lumintop Tool AA 2.0 might be a great choice. I own the white version, but it’s also available in black and dark grey. There is even a Titanium Tool AA light which we reviewed.
It has 3 different modes, so this can be used by older children. It works on a single AA battery. The great thing about this is that you get a much longer runtime than a AAA flashlight (about 3 times as long) but only at the cost of a little bigger size. We do not recommend Duracell Alkaline batteries. Actually, we don’t recommend Alkaline batteries in general. You are much better off buying rechargeable batteries. Especially ones that are made in Japan. Those are constantly coming up at the top of every rechargeable battery test.
The Lumintop Tool AA 2.0 is loved by many flashlight users!
This is why we would recommend this flashlight:
- Pocket friendly, and very lightweight
- Plenty bright, even for older kids and even adults
- Has 3 modes, so you can extend the battery life
- Also works with 14500 lithium batteries, so you could use 14500 yourself, and let the kids use AA batteries
Great 2AA flashlight for kids
Olight i5T Plus
Flashlight with over 500 lumens
| Specification: | Specified: |
|---|---|
| Max. brightness: | 270 lumens (We measured 248 lumens after 30 seconds) |
| Battery type: | AA (disposable, rechargeable) but also accepts 14500 lithium |
| Charging: | No built-in charging |
| Extra: |
For long-term use, flashlights with 2AA batteries might be a much better choice. Because AA batteries have, on average, 3 times the capacity of average AAA batteries. This means you’d have to replace or recharge the batteries much less often. And that’s really great if you go camping or do some outdoor games at night.
Even though, we recommend using rechargeable AA batteries, the Olight i5T runs well on Alkaline batteries as well, albeit at less power. If you are asking what rechargeable batteries to get, there is only 1 answer: Panasonic Eneloop. We do not recommend using Alkaline batteries unless you use the light every day, and never store it for more than a week.
This is why we would recommend this flashlight:
- Available in 3 different LED colors (cool white, neutral white, and warm white)
- Double or triple the battery life of AAA batteries
- It has a simple UI with 2 well-spaced modes, so easy to understand, even for kids
- Over 500 lumens!
- Available in multiple colors, including my favorite blue!
Safety Warning:
- Never put a flashlight in your mouth!
- Don’t stare into a flashlight, nor point the flashlight into somebody’s eyes.
- Don’t point the flashlight into the eyes of animals.
- Don’t let children play with flashlights without parental guidance
All recommended flashlights for kids are solely based on our knowledge and experience. Instead of recommending low-quality and unreliable flashlights, we recommend flashlights we tested and trust.
Don’t forget to check out our recommended kids headlamps!