please help newbie pic the best light. Olight T20-M PD30 Premium Q5

bigfish5

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I was leaning toward the fenix pd30. i lost my fenix l2d and i am looking to replace it with something bigger and better. Then i saw the olight t20-m. Looks pretty similar , is it better in any way. They are priced pretty close. I am looking for a light similar to these.

I really like the new olight M20 WARRIOR, but i think that is what you call a thrower, i would like a thrower but i use my flashlights mostly around the house, so i think the thrower may not help me,, although i would really like to be able to use a rechargable 1x18650.

If you have any other lights to mention please do. I want to spend not much more than 100.00 on the light. I want to use rechargable batteries. i want over 200 lumens on turbo. thanks i will wait for you guys to help me choose.

link to fenix pd30 -https://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_65&products_id=358

link to olight t20 -https://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=86&products_id=489


link to olight warrior -https://www.4sevens.com/product_info.php?cPath=86&products_id=544
 

Gator762

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You might want to look at the Jetbeam III ST IBS. 18650 only though.

For around the house, I haven't seen a T20 but it probably wouldn't be as good due to a tighter hotspot. If you can wait, see how P30D reviews are.

I just ordered an M20 warrior, but I'd expect it to not be a very good around the house light either.

ETA: Better warranty on Fenix too.
 

bigfish5

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i will go and check out the jetbeam right now. you think the t20 would have a tighter hotspot than my l2d, q5 ? i thought it would probably be about the same .
 

phantom23

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Yes, tighter than L2D or P3D/PD30. But it won't fit 18650.
+1 to Jet-III Pro ST.
 

bigfish5

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ok, i have looked at the jetbeam. Seems to be perfect. I can use it as a thrower or unscrew the head some and get a flood beam . If that is correct it sounds like the best of both worlds. getting closer to pulling the trigger.
 

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For something lower priced and smaller sized then the Jetbeam but with unadjusted modes you might want to see the L-mini too.

The Jetbeam would be a good choice though.
 

phantom23

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L-Mini is only slightly smaller because both have to fit 18650.

I didn't know that ST is focusable.
 

bigfish5

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L-Mini is only slightly smaller because both have to fit 18650.

I didn't know that ST is focusable.


I saw a video on youtube that showed the jetbeamII pro, and it was adjustable, i just figured that the III would be also.
 

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I really like the new olight M20 WARRIOR, but i think that is what you call a thrower, i would like a thrower but i use my flashlights mostly around the house, so i think the thrower may not help me,, although i would really like to be able to use a rechargable 1x18650.

The great thing about the M20 is that you can just use the lower power settings, personally I use the mid level for general use.
 

djans1397

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:thumbsup: for my P3D. I have MANY lights and this is my personal EDC "go to" light. It's brighter than hell and throws quite well for it's size. I added a clip to it from a cheap Kmart Dorcy flashlight and it rides almost unnoticed in my jeans or any pocket! Never leave home without it!
 

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