11 best camping lanterns

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Going on a hike? Going fishing, while spending the night by the reservoir? In both of these cases, and in many others, you may need a camping lantern. This is usually the name for a lamp that does not need to be held. At the same time, it is obliged to support certain power sources, it does not need to be connected to the mains. Ideally, the lantern should have a hook that hangs it from the ceiling of the tent. In short, let's get acquainted with the best models.

Rating of the best camping lanterns

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best camping lanterns	1	Fenix ​​CL30R	RUB 8,690
	2	Camping World LightHouse GRAND	RUB 2 720
	3	Fenix ​​CL23	RUB 2,999
	4	Tesla LP-1800Li	RUB 2,584
	5	Bright beam CL-360A 'Camping chandelier 6'	RUB 1,615
	6	Tesla LK2-300Li	RUB 1,499
	7	COSMOS AP2008L-LED	959 r
	8	TROPHY TK35	689 r
	9	Camelion LED5630	443 r
	10	Outfit 6014	326 RUB
	11	ERA Practitioner RB-701	RUB 290

Fenix ​​CL30R

Rating: 4.9

What should be the ideal camping lantern? It should look like the lights used in the Wild West. Also, he must be protected from bad weather, which can strike at any moment. All this corresponds to a fairly large number of modern lanterns. For example, the Fenix ​​CL30R looks like this. It is even equipped with a metal handle, while competitors have it made of plastic.

This model is sold for a very tangible price. But on the other hand, this lantern is extremely bright! To be precise, the measurements show 650 lumens. The IPX7 certification means the Fenix ​​CL30R can be used outdoors even in the rain. The body of the lantern is made of plastic, but of a very high quality. There are no complaints about the insides – they definitely have a decent service life. This is evidenced by the 412-gram weight.

Many camping lanterns work with conventional batteries. Fenix ​​CL30R is recommended to be used with three 18650 batteries. If their capacity is 2600 mAh, then a full charge should be enough for 4.5 hours. But this is in Turbo mode, when the 35-meter space around the lamp is illuminated. Most often, this luminosity is excessive. That is why the manufacturer has provided his creation with several additional modes. For example, at a brightness of 350 lumens, the glow time increases to nine hours. Well, in a tent, 100 lumens should be enough – in this mode, three batteries can be enough for 38 hours. And we do not mention that there are batteries of this type with a slightly larger capacity. By the way, you can charge them from a power bank or an electrical outlet by inserting the appropriate cable into the micro-USB connector on the flashlight. Charging will take a long time – the process takes about eight hours. By the way, the flashlight itself can be used as a power bank, charging another gadget with it.

In short, this model can be called flawless! This lamp is controlled by pressing a single button. Well, at the bottom of this lamp you can find a tripod connector, which in some cases can be very useful.

Advantages

• There is a charge level indicator;
• Can be placed on a tripod;
• The brightness of the glow can reach 650 lumens;
• There are several modes of operation;
• IPX7 water resistant;
• Powered by rechargeable batteries;
• There is a micro-USB connector;
• Can be used as a power bank.

disadvantages

• High price;
• The lantern turned out to be quite heavy.

Camping World LightHouse GRAND

Rating: 4.8

This portable lamp is already quite different from those used hundreds of years ago. It looks like those products only in its shape. The materials used here are completely different. Basically, it is exclusively plastic, albeit of very high quality. Even the handle is made of it. The transparent part around the LEDs is also plastic.

Almost any camping lantern is required to be moisture resistant. Camping World LightHouse GRAND is not afraid of her either. But it is still impossible to keep it outside in heavy rain – this is evidenced by the IPX4 certificate indicated on the box. It's nice that the body is rubberized here. This means that nothing will happen to the lantern, even if someone drops it on stones in the confusion. It is because of this that the manufacturer abandoned real glass.

As for the luminous flux, the maximum lamp is capable of delivering 530 lumens. In this mode, a 25-meter space will be illuminated around the lantern. Not a record, but many hikers don't need more than that. Moreover, much more often they will use operating modes with a lower luminous flux, because this will increase the battery life.

Perhaps the only drawback of this lamp is the batteries. They use type D batteries. Firstly, now they are not often found on the market. Secondly, they are very expensive. Thirdly, instead of them, I would like to use batteries that could be recharged. However, many buyers of Camping World LightHouse GRAND will have enough one set of batteries for many years, because the manufacturer declared the glow duration up to 300 hours, depending on the modes used. But you still can't accept the last drawback: the weight of a camping lantern with such batteries reaches 858 g.

Advantages

• The luminous flux reaches 530 lumens;
• 7 modes of operation are implemented;
• The body is rubberized;
• There is some moisture protection;
• Convenient handle can be used as a hook;
• There is a battery indicator.

disadvantages

• Not the best type of battery used;
• The flashlight is very heavy.

Fenix ​​CL23

Rating: 4.7

Our selection was opened by camping lamps, which are sold for very big money. Well, what if you have only 3 thousand rubles at your disposal? In this case, you can consider buying the Fenix ​​CL23. This lantern looks very simple. For the most part, it is made of plastic, only the handle is metal, at the same time playing the role of a hook. But don't think that this camping lantern has a lot of disadvantages. On the contrary, in terms of many parameters, it is not inferior to more expensive counterparts.

There are LEDs inside this model. They are capable of delivering a luminous flux of 300 lumens. In this mode, about a 20-meter space is illuminated around the lantern. Usually such a bright glow is required outdoors, outside the tent. It's nice that nothing will happen to the lamp even if it suddenly rains. This is evidenced by the mention of the IPX6 certificate, present on the box. In theory, the lantern should withstand even heavy rain. It is interesting that a spare O-ring is supplied with it – moisture protection for the most part depends on it.

The lamp is powered by three AA batteries. This, coupled with a plastic case, provides a tiny weight. What other camping lantern can boast a 140-gram weight? Certainly not so brightly shining! By the way, the brightness level can be reduced. A total of 8 operating modes are offered here. With the lightest glow, you can squeeze out about 350 hours of battery life. But we would count on a less impressive figure.

Advantages

• There is some impact resistance;
• Water protection implemented;
• A large number of operating modes;
• Good luminous flux;
• Power is provided by the usual batteries;
• Low weight;
• Good equipment.

disadvantages

• Not the most interesting design;
• Batteries will not fit into the battery compartment;
• Not a very pleasant lighting color.

Tesla LP-1800Li

Rating: 4.7

Are you going to light everything around you? In this case, you can buy Tesla LP-1800Li. In fact, it is a hand-held spotlight, as it shines in a certain direction. As expected, it has powerful LEDs that do not consume much electricity. There is a plastic handle on the back of the device that can also be used as a stand.

Unlike many other camping lights, the Tesla LP-1800Li has a built-in battery. And how! Its capacity reaches 6000 mAh. Of course, this makes a hand-held floodlight very heavy, but such a reserve of energy does not stretch your pocket! After all, it can be used not only for lighting, energy can be transmitted through a wire to another device – for example, a smartphone. Therefore, Tesla LP-1800Li is not only a flashlight, but also a power bank. Or, if you prefer, a power bank with a powerful flashlight function.

This model is capable of delivering a luminous flux of 1800 lumens. An impressive figure! Even people and animals within three hundred meters will be able to see your lantern! But, of course, it is not recommended to use the maximum operating mode, as this will very quickly consume the charge of the built-in battery. Better to use one of the other three modes. By the way, the weakest light provides about 15 hours of battery life.

On the shockproof and waterproof housing, you can find the indicator light. She talks about the approximate charge level of the lithium-ion battery. You can charge it from the network or another paerbank. The main drawback of this flashlight is the charging time – it is 8 hours. This fact will seem especially unpleasant for those who use flagship smartphones with might and main, which have been supporting fast charging for a long time.

Advantages

• There is moisture protection;
• The case is shockproof;
• Huge luminous flux;
• Decent glow duration from full charge;
• Can be used as a power bank;
• There is an indication of the battery charge.

disadvantages

• Does not shine in all directions;
• Long charge.

Bright beam CL-360A 'Camping chandelier 6'

Rating: 4.6

The ideal camping lantern must have a hook for hanging. In this case, it can be placed on the ceiling of the tent, minding your own business in it. The Russian lamp called 'Bright Ray CL-360A' also has such a hook. It is thanks to him that it is also called a camping chandelier. The hook is made of metal, it is almost impossible to damage it.

The body of the product was made of plastic. The orange color will allow you to quickly find the lantern somewhere in the grass if you suddenly dropped it. As a light source, LEDs are used here, as you might guess. The manufacturer does not state what kind of luminous flux they give out. But there is no doubt that it will definitely be enough for a tent, even the largest one. A person will not have any problems in order to go with such a lantern when needed.

In total, the device received five operating modes, which is quite enough. Among them there is even a mode SOS, in a short short blinks alternate with long ones. Also on the box with a camping chandelier there is a mention of the presence of moisture protection here. But the IPX4 certification means that the product will withstand only the slightest splashes. It is better to stay in the tent in heavy rain.

Despite its low cost, 'Bright Beam CL-360A' is capable of boasting a good package bundle. In the box with it you will find two 18650 lithium-ion batteries, which in themselves cost a lot of money. The capacity of each battery is 2600 mAh. This set is enough for about 7-12 hours of operation, depending on the selected mode. To recharge the flashlight, it is enough to connect a wire from the power supply to the micro-USB connector. Charging time is traditionally long, about eight hours.

Advantages

• The body is made of sturdy ABS plastic;
• Not very high cost;
• There is a carabiner for hanging;
• Includes two 18650 batteries;
• Five modes of operation are implemented;
• Continuous glow from full charge.

disadvantages

• Not the best moisture protection;
• Long battery charging;
• There is no cheap version without batteries included.

Tesla LK2-300Li

Rating: 4.5

Many outdoor enthusiasts are still not ready to pay over 2 thousand rubles for a seemingly ordinary lantern. Such people usually look towards the Tesla LK2-300Li. It seems to them that 1,500 rubles is already a more sane amount. For this money, they get a simple flashlight in an impact-resistant plastic case. Perhaps, it is in the materials used here that the main drawback lies.

Almost everything is made of plastic here. And if something is unlikely to happen to the handle, then the hook for hanging had to be made of metal. If someone accidentally tugs the lantern suspended from the ceiling of the tent, then there is a great risk of breakage of this part.

The handles of this model can also be used as a stand. It is held in position by magnets. As for the LEDs, they are provided with a battery built into this lamp. Its full charge lasts for 10 hours of glow. Not so long work, but this lantern turned out to be very light. Unfortunately, this figure is only valid for one of the three modes. The other two imply a brighter glow, in which energy is consumed much more intensively. This model produces a maximum of 300 lumens.

On the rubberized case, you can see the light indication. It indicates the current charge of the battery. The usual micro-USB socket is used to recharge it. The process will be long, the technology of fast charging with this flashlight, of course, is not supported.

Advantages

• The handle easily turns into a stand;
• Extremely long-lasting glow;
• The case is shockproof;
• Low cost;
• There is an indication of the battery charge;
• The luminous flux reaches 300 lumens.

disadvantages

• Long charging;
• A plastic hook is not the best solution;
• No moisture protection;
• Few operating modes.

COSMOS AP2008L-LED

Rating: 4.4

Another LED camping lantern. However, he is able to come in handy at home or somewhere in the garden. The fact is that it combines two types of lantern at once. One of the side ends has a plurality of LEDs with a reflector underneath. As you understand, this side shines into the distance. Well, in the middle of the camping lantern is a transparent part, inside which there are also LEDs – it emits light in all directions.

The body of this product is made of plastic. The handle was also created from it. It contains recesses for the fingers, which makes it convenient even for very long-term use of the flashlight. This handle can also be used to hang the lamp from the ceiling of the tent, but this process is no longer convenient.

Despite its low cost, SPACE AP2008L-LED is capable of boasting a very bright glow. It can give out a maximum of 350 lumens of light output. In this mode of use, the flashlight will be clearly visible even at a 400-meter distance. It remains to be regretted that the brightness is not regulated here. Therefore, you will only have a choice between the sides that will shine.

This model is powered by a built-in battery. It should be enough for 12-15 hours of glow, after which you will need to charge from the mains. Alas, there is no micro-USB connector here, so you won't be able to charge the flashlight from the battery. Another disadvantage is the glass used, with the help of which the product is converted into a camping lantern. It turned out to be very thin. A couple of unsuccessful falls lead to the appearance of cracks, and there is not far and before the glass is completely broken.

Advantages

• Two sources of glow;
• Very high luminous flux;
• Continuous glow from a full charge;
• Low cost;
• Convenient use.

disadvantages

• The lantern is slightly fragile;
• The brightness does not change;
• No micro-USB connector;
• Difficult to hang from the ceiling.

TROPHY TK35

Rating: 4.3

Lovers of outdoor recreation are well aware of the existence of the Russian brand 'TROPHI'. Basically, all sorts of batteries and chargers for them are produced under it. You can also find a variety of flashlights in the respective stores. Among other things, a domestic manufacturer offers to purchase a relatively inexpensive TROPHI TK35 pendant lamp. It is a bit like those kerosene lamps that were once used in the Wild West, including placing them under the horse's neck. The only difference is in a much more simplified implementation. The entire body here is made of plastic. The handle is also made of it, complemented by a relatively large crochet.

This model is painted dark green. This is a very strange choice by the manufacturer. If the camping lantern is somewhere in the grass, then the eye will stumble upon it far from immediately. However, it is possible that one day the Russian company will create other options.

There is a dimmer at the bottom of the device. With it, you can adjust the brightness of the glow. The maximum luminous flux from TROPHY TK35 is 276 lumens. This is enough to illuminate the 17-meter space around this lantern. If you went into the tent, then the brightness should be turned down, otherwise you risk going blind.

This lamp turned out to be large and very heavy. The scales under it show 760 g. It seems strange, because there is not a very capacious battery inside. Its full charge is enough for only 6 hours of operation in the maximum glow mode. The battery can only be charged from a 220V network. The process will be, as you might guess, quite long.

Reviews show that TROPHY TK35 is liked by absolutely all buyers. How else, if during the sales a camping lantern can be purchased for only 500-600 rubles? It fully justifies such a price tag.

Advantages

• Very low cost;
• There is a dimmer;
• Easy-to-use hook handle;
• High luminous flux brightness.

disadvantages

• No battery charge indication;
• No micro-USB connector;
• Long charging;
• The glow time is far from the record;
• The lantern turned out to be heavy.

Camelion LED5630

Rating: 4.2

Another camping lantern, mainly designed for hanging it. A metal handle is used for this purpose. The lamp shines in all directions and uses three AA batteries as a power source. This, by the way, is not surprising, because the Camelion brand is known precisely for batteries and accumulators.

This model includes very bright LEDs. The maximum device is capable of delivering a luminous flux of 320 lumens. It is very blinding if the lantern is in the tent. Well, in the open air, such brightness provides illumination of a 20-meter space around. Of course, the brightness of the glow can be changed. By reducing it, you will also achieve a longer battery life. The manufacturer claims that high quality batteries will last for 20 hours. This is true, of course, for the minimum brightness.

As you might guess, the body of this model is made of plastic. Only the lamp handle is metal. It's nice that the manufacturer has implemented some moisture protection. However, the IPX4 certificate says that heavy rain will certainly harm the lantern. And you can certainly throw it away if the lamp accidentally falls into the river. By the way, the manufacturer has not declared the impact resistance. However, the lantern is not afraid of falling into the grass and on the ground. Problems can only arise when it lands on stones or asphalt.

Interestingly, the 250-gram lamp even includes a compartment for small items. But it is so small that many buyers never figured out what to fit in it.

Advantages

• A metal handle is used;
• The brightness of the glow can be changed;
• Decent luminous flux;
• Not very heavy;
• Long battery life;
• Very low cost;
• There is a compartment for small items.

disadvantages

• Moisture protection – only nominal;
• Some specimens do not shine too brightly;
• Not everyone will like using batteries.

Outfit 6014

Rating: 4.1

Another camping lantern, the body of which is completely made of plastic. Unlike some competitors, the product is painted in a bright green color that immediately catches the eye. This means that you can easily find the device on the ground if you suddenly drop it.

One gets the impression that this model needs to be installed somewhere. But in fact, there is a carrying handle at the top of it. It can also be used to hang a lamp on a hook. The problem will arise only if you do not have such a hook in the ceiling of the tent.

'Look 6014' is sold for only 350 rubles. It is understandable that such a cheap camping lantern will have several disadvantages. The most important of them is the not very bright glow. The stock of brightness is enough to comfortably sit in a tent. But if you go to the forest or vegetable garden at night, then you will definitely not be able to consider the distant surroundings.

This model has an interesting design. The fact is that it uses two power sources at once. The first is the built-in battery. It is charged from a 220 V network and a solar battery. The second charging method, however, can be called nominal, especially in our country. The lamp also has a compartment for three AA batteries. Using them is a good way to resume glowing after the built-in battery has run out.

At the bottom of the device, you can see not only a switch, but also a full-size USB connector. This suggests the possibility of using the 'Oblic 6014' as a power bank, charging your smartphone or some other gadget with it. However, this is a snag. The built-in battery has such a small capacity that only a button cell phone will be charged. The solar battery does not help either – it is also not capable of delivering normal current strength.

Advantages

• Very low cost;
• Two power supplies;
• The brightness of the glow can be adjusted.

disadvantages

• The solar panel is almost useless;
• No hook for hanging – only closed handle;
• Charging other gadgets is almost impossible.

ERA Practitioner RB-701

Rating: 4.0

One of the most inexpensive camping lanterns. However, it is called so only conditionally. In fact, in a real trip, the level of its glow will not be enough. But somewhere in the garage, such a lamp will show itself in the best way! And you can not be afraid to drop it into the pit, because the product has a shock-resistant case. But this does not mean that the lamp will withstand even the onslaught of a car wheel!

Unlike many of the models discussed above, the 'ERA Practitioner RB-701' shines only in one direction. At the same time, the product produces a luminous flux of 110 lumens. The manufacturer claims that this is enough to illuminate the 20-meter space in front. In fact, the result is even slightly more modest. That is why we do not recommend taking the lantern on a real hike or on a night fishing trip. Although the manufacturer still positions its lantern as a camping one, it even equipped it with a hook. This structural element is made of thin plastic, so careless actions can damage it.

The low cost of the product led to the fact that the manufacturer did not use any energy efficient components. Three AA batteries will last for 4 hours at best. Again, in the conditions of the campaign, this would be very sad.

It remains to add that the lantern has a modest size and weight. And the fact that its bottom has a magnet. This allows the camping flashlight to be attached to any metal surface. Again, this makes this a top choice for a garage owner.

Advantages

• The lantern is light;
• There is a hook for hanging;
• Built-in magnet;
• The case is shockproof;
• Very low cost.

disadvantages

• Shines only in one direction;
• It cannot be called particularly bright;
• Using batteries will not suit everyone;
• Not very long run time.

Conclusion

A camping lantern can come in handy at any time. It won't even hurt at home, especially if your electricity is cut from time to time. Therefore, it seems to us that this review will resonate with readers. Now you just have to decide how much you are willing to spend on such a lamp.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.