Baton4 Rechargeable EDC Flashlight, LED Pocket Light 1300 Lumens with Magnetic Charging Cable, 6 Modes, IPX8 Waterproof for Home, Camping and Emergency (Fighter Pilot)

I’ve been carrying a NiteKing M10 in my pocket for almost 10 years. It’s worn through several Cargo pant pockets (!) but it has served me well and is really bright, using a rechargeable EBL 14500 battery. Recently, I invested in a Micro Maxpedition EDC pocket pouch and have been able to add to my EDC carry list without too much bulk in my front pocket. Having the larger NiteKing in my pocket, in addition to the pouch, is impractical. I needed a much smaller flashlight. After a lot of research, I ordered the Baton 4 (in black/blue). It was a tough call at nearly $70 for such a tiny thing but, what a tiny thing! I was really tempted by the green/gold version. That looks gorgeous. However, I know this light will get dirty and scratched over time. Black is better in the long run. . When I got the OLIGHT in my hand, it was even smaller than I’d imagined. It actually fits really well in my pouch because it is so small but I decided to keep it in my pocket as that makes it more quickly accessible, especially in the dark. I like the fact that you can easily lock the power button, with a long press when off. My NiteKing often warmed my leg before I realized it was on. I’ve already used the magnet on the end, to hold the flashlight above my bench in my unpowered garage. That feature is very useful and can even act as a retrieval magnet for dropped items when a cord is attached via the pocket clip. The double-bent pocket clip not only allows for clipping on a pocket flap, but for clipping on the peak of a cap, as a headlight. The light weight means the cap doesn’t drop down at all. . The beam intensity and battery power LED indicators on either side of the power button are not visible when your thumb is on the button. They extinguish fairly soon after a button press and often, I look, see just my thumb, remove my thumb, and they are dark. Useful though. The power button has been reduced in height from the Baton 3. It is now almost flush with the body. That actually makes it harder to locate by feel. I’ve learned to feel for the pocket clip in my grip and the button is opposite that. I’d actually prefer a more tactile button, using the lock feature to avoid accidental operation. With gloves on, that power button is really tricky to find! . I’ve not used it long enough for the temperature control to kick in and kick down the brightness when in Turbo and High. Turbo is awesome. Even high is fantastic. Incredible when you consider the size of this light. Low and medium are often enough, though I must admit I love a bright white light when out in the dark. You have more time when that man-eating animal comes for you. 😊 Moonlight mode at 0.5 lumen is handy when you don’t want to disturb your partner, though you need dark-adjusted eyes for it to be really effective. The controls are easy to learn and operate. . My photos were taken at Low, Medium, High, and Turbo. The tree is 60ft away and the garage doors, 130 feet away. The beam has a fairly large hotspot, but also a wide outer ring of light. My NiteKing has a much tighter beam and is not as bright. I guess that’s 10 years of development progress! 😉 . I do like that I can have separate spare batteries for my NiteKing and can swap them out when the current battery is dying. As I understand it, you can still swap out for commercial versions of the Baton 4 battery but you can’t use the magnetic charger and charge in the flashlight. Not sure what other features also don’t work, maybe nothing else is affected. Only the OLIGHT proprietary battery allows that. I didn’t want to spend $100 for the charging case kit. $70 was enough and I’d be carrying a bulky charging case around with me. I already have a slimline, pocketable, INUI, 10,000 mAh, power bank. . Overall, I am really pleased with the Baton 4. It’s proven well worth the money, especially since I won’t be wearing out pockets anymore! 😊

There are things Iike about it. Short, the duel clip (pants/hat), the power button on the side, easy to carry, brightness levels, and run times. It seems solid enough built but I haven't had it long so time will tell. Purchased 2 of them for Christmas, one for myself and one of my boys who needs a good light. What I don't like about it is the diameter. Compared to my G22 it is much fatter and in my every day clothes seems bulky in comparison. Like having a wallet too fat. Not much, but just enough to be bothersome to me. If you were to fall on it, it would not feel good. I have fallen/tripped with the g22 and it didn't cause any issues. I don't think this would do the same. I also do not like the proprietary charging cable and battery. These inevitably need to be replaced and I don't like that I can't just get a replacement anywhere. I plan to use this as my every day carry and will keep the G22 for all my camping and hunting trips. Keeping a few AAA around is easier and more reliable in my opinion when it counts. A great light with many uses and the magnetic base is also a great option for working on things around the house/ranch. Very bright.

I've been carrying this for 7 months now and love it. It sits on my nightstand to use in moonlight mode if I wake up and need to move about the house. Hides in my pocket for the day and offers a ton of light if needed during the day. I also love using the magnet to attach it to steel to light up an area hands-free, especially under the hood of my truck.

I have been carrying Olight’s for years now. I have a bit of a flashlight and knife addiction. I have a bunch of lights from Surefire, Streamlight and a few of the other higher dollar brands. The Olight’s take the cake. You get a lot for your money. If you don’t mind the fact that it’s made in China just buy one, you won’t be disappointed. My only complaint with these product is the fact you have to use a proprietary charger. Just put USB-C on everything. It would be cheaper and easier. I guess they are making a bunch of money off the cords. I know I’ve bought a few extras. Otherwise I have zero complaints. If your in law enforcement or the military and your life is in the line I’d personally probably stick with Surefire but I’ve seen some strength and durability testing on YouTube and the Olight products seem to hold up. I have one of there weapon lights and I’m planning on buying the new one for my wife’s P365X. You really can’t go wrong with Olight. The lights have a bunch of options, available in all sorts of colors and they are really bright. Olight seems to be constantly updating their products and adding new features and technology. As an EDC light the Baton is great! I’m going to order one of the premium’s with the charging case for my wife. She’s terrible with throwing stuff in the charger so it should be a nice little option. I have 6 or 7 Olight’s and I have zero complaints

Small, bright, charge lasts a long time, solid, easy to use. Very happy with it. Will buy again for gifting.