Best 2AA for under $25

There are plenty of good 2AAs out there but I don't know of any for under $25. This is for a non-flashaholic friend so I can't take a chance with the Chinese lights, not given my experience. I'd buy them, but they tend to need tweeking so is not going to work for my friend. My friend is looking for the best 2AA he can get for $25. Bright, simple to use, and reliable is what he needs.

Any suggestions appreciated. One problem I've run into is $25 lights don't advertise what LEDs they use, hopefully someone out there has good experience with specific models that fill this need. I know $25 is not a lot for a light, but it is for a non-flashaholic. I remember when I was at that point once upon a time LOL.

Thank you all for the replies, now the challenge of finding one.

Re: Best 2AA for under $20

For under twenty I'd recommend the Romisen RC-N3 which uses a Cree P4. It is a chinese brand but one of the better ones. I would also recommend the Cree Q5 2 mode version from shiningbeam.com which is 25 bucks.

If you are adamant about getting a more name brand light maybe a duracell daylite 2AA would be good. It seems to be getting solid reviews and it runs 24.99

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The Rayovac Sportsman Xtreme 1W or 3W lights are very good and are at the pricepoint you are looking for.

Even the new 4-mode Rebel 2xAA Minimag fits.

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I would increase your budget a few dollars and pick up the new Mini mag multi mode.

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So your criteria are:
-USA made
-under $25
-bright

Unfortunately no such light exists with all 3 of these criteria. Pick TWO and you are in business. I would suggest the maglite 2AA, Inova bolt/X1, or similarly priced Pelican. None of these are very bright, but they are going to be reliable and simple to use.

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The Coleman Max 2xaa is a Cree, and close to $25 I think. Available at most Wal-Marts. Nice little light too.

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I have a Pelican 2360 AA LED (rated at 100 lumens). The Pelican website lists the light for $31.56, but you can find it cheaper (I got mine at a B&M store for $27.00). My only complaint about this light is the forward clicky tail cap switch is sensitive, so a very light touch is all that is needed to turn the light on (each one I've handled has this sensitive switch).

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i'd have to say swing by shiningbeam.com and check out the Romisen RC N3 II Q5, i got one and was very pleasantly surprised at the quality. For just under $30 and that included shipping to Singapore

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Coleman MAX 2AA, only available at WalMart, $24.88.

Cree XR-E, soft momentary (forward) clicky.

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You can make it just under $20 if you get the RC-N3 P4 non-Q5 version on ebay. However, taxes may put you over. I know at least one seller who ships from the US.

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hyperloop said:

i'd have to say swing by shiningbeam.com and check out the Romisen RC N3 II Q5, i got one and was very pleasantly surprised at the quality. For just under $30 and that included shipping to Singapore

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+1 for the romisen

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sol-leks said:

For under twenty I'd recommend the Romisen RC-N3 which uses a Cree P4.

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hyperloop said:

i'd have to say swing by shiningbeam.com and check out the Romisen RC N3 II Q5

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pekcle said:

You can make it just under $20 if you get the RC-N3 P4 non-Q5 version on ebay.

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JeffInChi said:

+1 for the romisen

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lowatts said:

This is for a non-flashaholic friend so I can't take a chance with the Chinese lights, not given my experience.

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metlarules said:

I would increase your budget a few dollars and pick up the new Mini mag multi mode.

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+1 :thumbsup:

Currently on sale @ Brightguy.com for $20.95

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M@elstrom said:

+1 :thumbsup:

Currently on sale @ Brightguy.com for $20.95

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+10!!

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Mini MagLED (multi-mode) is almost the best for the money.
https://www.candlepowerforums.com/threads/221793

Thanks everyone. I'll check out the Romisen RC-N3 since I can't seem to find the others easily around here.

lowatts said:

Thanks everyone. I'll check out the Romisen RC-N3 since I can't seem to find the others easily around here.

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You listed made in USA as one of your requirements. FYI.. .the Romisen is made in China. You should get it form shiningbeam in NY, and not DX. That way you get a hastle-free warranty with your purchase.

good choice though!!

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metlarules said:

I would increase your budget a few dollars and pick up the new Mini mag multi mode.

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This was my vote as well. It is under $25, and who doesn't know what a Maglite is and it's known quality? Also it is American made, so it meets your criteria. There is no experimenting with Maglites. It's a sure bet.