The best flashlights for spearfishing and diving

A flashlight is a device that can be used on land and under water. With its help, a person distinguishes objects and can examine the fascinating underwater world. It should be borne in mind that when immersed, there will not be enough light. Therefore, you will need to light the path yourself.

You need special flashlights for spearfishing and diving. Such devices differ from classical devices in many characteristics. The presented tips and ratings will help you make your choice.

Choice

How to choose the right device? To do this, you need to look at several important parameters. This way you can quickly find a quality product:

The main characteristic that you need to pay attention to first of all is the waterproof case. It does not allow water to penetrate inside, so everything remains intact. Before purchasing, you need to look at the indicator of moisture and dust protection. The maximum level is IP68. Then you can dive under water to a depth of 30-60 meters.
You also need to look at the operating time. It often happens that due to frequent use, the flashlight suddenly turns off, leaving a person in the dark. It is better to choose LED options that last over 50 thousand hours.
You should look at the shock resistance of the diving flashlight body. It must be borne in mind that the lower the price, the worse the external part. The device breaks or cannot withstand underwater pressure.
It is important to find out the power and range of the glow. The product is selected depending on the diving conditions.
Battery life matters.
It is important to have replaceable reflectors. This is a necessary requirement for students studying underwater space. To avoid spooking the fish, a red diffuser is required. A person will see everything, but this will not frighten the inhabitants of the underwater world.
Be sure to check the reliability of the fastening. If you ignore this point, there is a possibility of losing the flashlight.

These are the main selection criteria that are important to pay attention to. These aspects will help you find the right device. Mistakes in choosing can ruin your entire underwater trip. So it is important to rely on these recommendations to help you choose a quality device.

Kinds

What types of flashlights are there? The following types of products can be found in stores:

The first option operates on standard batteries.
The second one works using rechargeable batteries.

The advantage of battery-powered flashlights is that they do not require recharging. They are very easy to replace. Continuous operation lasts 3 hours, which is enough for a short dive under water. The downside is the power, which is usually no more than 5 W. Therefore, experts use such models only as a backup option.

Rechargeable flashlights have good power, which can be 15-100 W. This compact equipment has high-quality color rendering. It is important to consider that battery-powered devices last several times longer. But they need constant charging.

Nowadays, battery options are especially in demand, as they provide continuous operation for several hours. There are also economical modes that do not consume energy, which helps to keep the light on longer.

Design Features

When choosing a device, you need to study the description and characteristics. Design is another important nuance. In stores you can find 2 types of underwater flashlights:

With one body.
With two.

The standard model has 1 body where all the elements are located. The design of such a device is simple. This flashlight is not suitable for all purposes, as it has a low stability rating.

Two housings can be selected for professional use. The first contains the batteries, and the second contains the optical parts and the power button. The connection is made with a special cable.

The advantage of 2-case devices is that they have high power, but this affects the size. Therefore, such models are not compact. Most of the space is reserved for batteries.

The mounting option for this option is simple. The first part with power is located on the diver’s equipment, and the second, where the flashlight is located, is fixed in the hand. There is also a head-mounted version, which is much more comfortable for scuba diving.

Flashlight for spearfishing - how to choose the best option

It is difficult, almost impossible, to cover and describe all the subtleties and nuances of using flashlights in underwater hunting in a short article. Considering a flashlight as an element of equipment, you can write more than one versatile opus, which will talk in detail about its details, structure, power, luminous flux and other parameters. Moreover, flashlights for sea spearfishing are different from flashlights for hunting in rivers, lakes and ponds.

In this article we will talk about hunting in the reservoirs of central Russia . I’ll say right away that we won’t consider hunting in the seas as a matter of principle. It has its own specifics, and this is a separate topic for discussion. Let’s quickly go through the remaining aspects of using underwater lights in fresh water, focusing on the most important points.

Purpose of the lantern

Since you need a flashlight, it means that you consciously decided to go underwater hunting in the dark. Of course, it happens that you need a flashlight during the day. For example, in deep snags or when inspecting grottoes and pits. And simply, sometimes, on the middle Volga or other large river at noon, at a depth of 10 meters, it is almost as dark as at night.

Let’s say right away that the first desire when hunting at night arises like this: “I want to see everything around me, from a distance, the further, the better!” Forget it! Firstly, in night hunting with a flashlight this is technically unattainable (at least for today), and secondly, even if everything is light around, the fish will see you more, and not you - the fish. So, if you choose night spearfishing, be prepared for some inconveniences associated with limited visibility.

Hunter experience as one of the main selection criteria

The choice of flashlight depends largely on the experience of the hunter himself and the hunting conditions. And what is convenient and good for an experienced hunter can be harmful and even dangerous for a novice amateur. All this is purely individual and depends on many factors.

But if experience is something that is acquired over the years, then you have the right to choose the hunting places and conditions yourself right away. Therefore, it will be possible to approach the choice of a flashlight more prepared.

There's a flashlight for every hunting style

It is simply stupid to recommend the same flashlights to everyone. Some “walk” along the shallows by rafting, shine light from above, and if they notice something, then they dive. Others, on the contrary, dive along the bottom, shining through the horizon into the distance. Still others dive into the depths, into snags, in a strong current. For beginners there are some flashlights, for people with some experience - others, for professionals - others.

Many people like to explore walls and gaps in vegetation. They need a wide central beam (hotspot) and a rich, dense halo.

For hunting in dense snags with good visibility, a wide light will also not hurt. Therefore, it is quite possible to use a flashlight not with a reflector (reflector), but with a diverging lens (collimator), which gives a more uniform distribution of the light flux.

A flashlight with a collimator lens has proven itself well in photo and video shooting.

A flashlight for spearfishing in muddy water, on the contrary, should have a narrow hotspot* and a small, dim halo to prevent back-lighting from occurring. Then the pupils of the eyes do not narrow much, and, accordingly, you can see noticeably further than with a wide beam and a halo. This kind of light is provided by lanterns with a large and deep reflector. A lantern with a narrow hotspot is the best lantern for murky water.

*the brightest part of the beam, may also be called the “dot”

Lighting temperature. Should I choose warm or cool light?

Many copies have been broken in disputes on specialized forums on the topic of what kind of LED should be - warm (3500-4000K*), neutral (4500-5000K) or cold (5700-6500K). There is also the so-called “amber” (2700-3000K). It is used mainly by lovers of night hunting in very muddy water, who also like very warm color shades.

*light temperature is measured in Kelvin, the higher the number, the “cooler” the light

Everyone's eyes are different. And they also adapt to low or, conversely, strong illumination under water in different ways. Some prefer yellow shades of light, others, on the contrary, are cooler. This also depends on the color and transparency of the water itself in a particular place. Let the forums in this case not be your advisers - be guided by your feelings and habits.

There is a widespread belief that a warm shade penetrates the mudfish better, and shy fish are less afraid of it.

This is debatable. It depends on the body of water, and on the individual characteristics of the hunter’s vision, as well as on the width, power and saturation of the luminous flux of the flashlight.

A properly selected reflector flashlight with a cool light will give a much better effect in turbid water than the “amber” light from a wide collimator.

And the fish, in fact, are most afraid of the sloppy, sharp, fussy movements of the hunter himself and the rapid movement of the light of the lantern and, especially, all sorts of unexpected loud sounds, such as the knocking of a lantern on a gun, the clicking of the “petals” of a harpoon, a noisy exhalation into a tube, and the like . So just swim quietly and calmly and you will see that your prey does not react that much to the light itself.

Comfortable grip is another important selection criterion.

Convenient holding of the flashlight should also be given special attention. There are no free hands under water. Both of them are active all the time and help you hunt. Therefore, the more conveniently you can position the flashlight, the more comfortable it will be to be under water. Especially during long hunts.

When blowing, some people place the flashlight in their hand next to the gun (for this, the girth of the hand should allow them to hold both the flashlight and the gun), others throw it on a lanyard with an elastic band, others prefer to hunt with one powerful under-barrel flashlight on the gun, thereby freeing up the second one in advance a hand for blowing and assistance when moving along the bottom or in snags.

In the latter case, the dimensions of the flashlight should be small, otherwise frequent swinging of the flashlight attached to the gun when searching for fish will lead to your hand quickly getting tired of holding such a structure.

Also, different people have different anatomical features of the hand and habits of holding the flashlight (grip).

Some people like short and thick lanterns, others like long and thin ones (“a long arm” visually increases the area of the illuminated space).

Why are we considering all these subtleties when choosing a flashlight? It would seem that take one “good” one for yourself, and it will come in handy for all occasions. Why all these characteristics, types of light elements, reflectors, lenses and other components?

Yes, simply because there is no universal flashlight! A keen underwater hunter should have several flashlights in his arsenal. There is a flashlight for each specific hunting conditions.

Of course, attempts to create a universal flashlight, ideally suited to all the various conditions of underwater hunting, have been and are ongoing. Basically, just masters of trickery. But it is worth objectively recognizing that all these prototypes and even small-scale copies, despite their technological effectiveness and competent components, are necessarily inferior in some respects to the underwater light selected by an understanding hunter for a specific hunt. This is especially true for flashlights for muddy water.

Individuality of choice

Choose lanterns that suit you. Try and test several options. And then choose the one that’s right for you and for the given hunting conditions.

So, let's try to figure out how and what kind of flashlight you should choose, what to look for when buying, and how a beginner can avoid getting lost in the whole mass of products offered today.

Just recently, 8-10 years ago, flashlights suitable for successful underwater hunting could be counted on the fingers of one hand.

Now these “dinosaurs” cannot withstand any competition with modern models. Moreover, in absolutely all characteristics. And halogen lamps, used in the vast majority of “old” flashlights, cannot be compared in terms of light output and efficiency with good LEDs.

Conventionally, all lanterns can be divided into custom (homemade small-scale lanterns made by masters of their craft) and factory ones.

Custom flashlight - light for a professional

The beauty of a custom flashlight is that the flashlight is made entirely to suit your requirements and hunting conditions. In your hands or on a gun, a wide or narrow beam, a cold or warm color of the glow, operating time without recharging - all this will be taken into account in the manufactured flashlight according to your wishes.

However, behind all these advantages there are also disadvantages. If you yourself do not have the skills to operate machines or experience in circuit design, then specially trained people will have to do this for you, which means you will have to pay for everything out of your own pocket, not to mention the price of components. The cost of the flashlight rises compared to the average cost of similar factory models.

Such flashlights, as a rule, are ordered by spearfishing “gourmets” who already know exactly what they want from their flashlight and what characteristics it should have.

Underwater flashlight for beginners

You, novice lovers of underwater beauty, are advised to pay attention to factory models produced by different companies specializing in the production of flashlights.

These are the kind of lanterns we will talk about.

Most novice spearfishers try to save money on equipment because they are not sure whether they will continue diving and hunting, whether this hobby will take them further. According to this logic, the idea arises of buying something inexpensive first.

Such beginners, for the most part, buy cheap and often not entirely reliable, or even practically disposable (they can leak on the first dive) Chinese clones of the legendary “folk” MJ-810 , making a big mistake .

the MJ-810 itself is completely Chinese-made, it has widely found its niche among many spearfishers. But, taking advantage of the opportunity, unscrupulous manufacturers began to produce low-quality fake clones, which attracted a large number of novice hunters.

But the flashlight has a much more important role than just illuminating the diver’s dive site, since it is largely responsible for the safe stay under water in the dark.

Reliability and safety are most important!

The main thing in an underwater flashlight is its reliability and reliability, and only then comes ease of use and quality of light. And trouble-free operation under high load conditions is especially important.

So, cheap flashlights can fail at any time - leak or simply go out due to failure of the electronic circuit (driver) at the most inopportune time (at night, at depth, in snags). Imagine being under water at a depth of 7-10 meters at night in complete darkness. At this moment, a potential threat to the life or health of the hunter may arise out of the blue. Even if there are no dangerous objects nearby, such as snags, metal structures or an abandoned fishing net (or even just dense vegetation!), this is at least serious emotional stress.

If you do not take into account such difficult situations, then a flashlight suddenly turning off under water is already a nuisance. Add to it, for example, an expensive gun that slipped out of your hand, and subsequent panic is guaranteed. Therefore, we do not recommend using such fakes and flashlights similar to them and boldly exclude them from possible purchases. They're worthless.

Possible options for using factory flashlights for spearfishing

Recently, many good factory LED flashlights have appeared. You can buy them quickly, while spending less money than when ordering a similar “homemade product”. But, of course, it wouldn’t hurt to first read reviews from real users.

As the main light, you can use lanterns that are large in the air, but practically weightless in water (due to the large air cavities inside) like Xtar D35 , with a very narrow and strong beam (a classic underwater lantern for muddy water),

and more compact ones, like the budget Maxtoch D01 on a neutral MT-G2 LED (wider spot and richer halo),

or the new Acebeam D400 on the cold, powerful XHP70.

the Fenix TK35 as a grenade launcher

(or its more powerful modifications TK35UE , with MT-G2 LEDs for clearer water and XHP50 for cloudier water).

And as the main flashlight with good visibility, take the Acebeam K6

or Fenix TK75 .

Although these lights are not positioned as underwater, they have a large margin of strength and water resistance. They can be used with caution at shallow depths (naturally, with loss of warranty) and for underwater hunting.

Upgrading a factory canopy

It is worth noting that a homemade flashlight (or one converted from a purchased one by an inexperienced user) has a much shorter lifespan than these branded products.

Please note that buying a flashlight with an initial operating time (runtime) of less than three hours in a good mode (for this particular body of water and transparency) is not very acceptable, since full-fledged hunts sometimes last much longer.

In this case, these flashlights should be rebuilt with the help of experienced flashlight makers (and lathe operators) for a longer runtime, but at the same time, be sure to take into account the capabilities of the flashlight electronics (driver) so as not to accidentally “burn” it.

As an example, two modifications of the above-mentioned D400 for enhanced power supply (in the first version there are 6 parallel-series connected batteries of size 18650 , in the second - 3 series batteries of size 32650. )

It is highly advisable to purchase additional batteries with maximum capacity and optimal output current, remembering that Chinese manufacturers often lie by indicating a capacity that does not exist at all in this battery technology. Therefore, when choosing a battery, you should first read specialized forums and take only proven branded and expensive batteries. Most prudent hunters always install good batteries by default, without hoping for chance.

Safety, safety and safety again!

And at the very end of the article, but only so that these paragraphs will certainly remain in your memory, I would like to talk about the safe use of this type of equipment. One might think, how does an underwater flashlight affect the safety of hunting besides the light it produces?

In fact, when holding a flashlight in your hand, it has a pretty good chance of getting caught. Especially on models with an enlarged head or the presence of all sorts of levers/switches. And, of course, in troubled waters. The same snags, various underwater man-made structures, nets, fishing lines, ropes, slings, “orders” and much more can act as a source of danger.

The lantern can also be crossed by a line, at the end of which there is a large trophy. Even in snags or caves and gullies, you can “wedge” and hook the lantern. There are such situations that actually happened, and they, unfortunately, are not isolated.

An indicative episode in the life of underwater hunters occurred when, after a successful shot and a large pike perch nailed to a log at the bottom with a harpoon, the rope lanyard of the lantern became entangled with the line. We managed to get out, but still suffered a lot of fear during our liberation.

These troubles can be easily avoided. It is enough to simply replace the factory flashlight lanyard made of a strong cord (or even paracord), which experienced tricksters call a “Judas loop,” with a lanyard made of elastic. All kinds of expanders, wide elastic bands from sewing stores or something similar are used as the starting material. The main and mandatory condition is that if any snag or overlap occurs, you can easily pull your hand out of the loop and free yourself.

“The reserve doesn’t last in the pocket” or “Is there a catch with the backup light?”

Another safety point (this is IMPORTANT! ) - there must be a backup (even small, weak, low-power) second flashlight!

Spearfishing at night without a backup light is similar to the good old game of Russian Roulette. Taking a reserve bag with you at night is not only advisable, but mandatory!

It can be mounted on a load-bearing device or belt, shoulder or forearm, on a gun or other piece of equipment. Where it will be more convenient for you to quickly turn it on and immediately point it in the right direction.

A small under-barrel flashlight, similar in size and weight, for example, to the Ferei W151, is often used as a backup

or Ferei W152, and for daytime hunting a cooler LED is selected, and for night hunting - neutral or warm (again, as desired).

Another option for a spare light, well suited for beginners and others, is Cosmos-Dive and similar clones of the Lend Lenser D14 flashlight.

Its light may not be the most acceptable for our needs according to today's demanding criteria, but this flashlight has a very long operating time on one set of AA batteries. Guaranteed enough to return to the exit point in an emergency. In addition, it is very cheap and quite reliable.

Position of the flashlight when hunting

Often on forums you can find multi-page debates about where the main light of an underwater hunter should always be - on the gun or in the hand. As practice shows, there is also no clear answer to this question. But there is always one rule to remember: the light in your hand is a little more comfortable, and the light on the gun is safer.

This is due to the fact that it is much easier to move around with one flashlight than with a slung gun in addition, but the light on the gun leaves one hand free, which is a very big plus in certain conditions.

When hunting in reeds, at shallow depths, from the surface, with no or weak current, clear water and similar “simple” conditions, it is quite possible and necessary to get by with a flashlight in your hand. And if hunts become more difficult (dives to depths of 7-8m or more, strong currents, muddy water and, most importantly, the presence of snags, logs, pieces of iron and similar underwater landscape), then you should seriously think about switching the light to the gun, so how this can help a lot or even save a life. Even if you lose in the maneuverability of the weapon and, possibly, in the number of fish highlighted and captured.

Although, in fairness, it is worth noting that many hunters do not change their habits - either they always hunt with a flashlight in hand (to the detriment of safety in “difficult” conditions), or they never remove the main flashlight from the gun (losing in the illuminated area and subjective catch on kukan). In any case, try, try and try again.

It is possible that you will even take advantage of both options, changing the location of the flashlight depending on the specific body of water or hunting conditions.

Good luck to you!

And remember - they are waiting for you at home!

Fastening method

For those who are passionate about underwater photography and professional diving, a high-quality mount is necessary. Only it provides convenience. It is important that nothing interferes with the person and that his hands are busy, as this affects the results. Therefore, special straps are usually used as fastening.

A headlamp is considered even more convenient. It has a simple design. Its fastening is of high quality, so the product does not slip. It is worn with straps, but can be attached to a helmet.

Material

This is another important criterion to pay attention to. The material of the lantern may vary. Budget options are usually made in a plastic case. This is a convenient option, but you need to remember that the product can deteriorate from high mechanical load. Expensive goods have a metal case. This is usually aluminum.

To protect the product from leakage, a seal is installed, presented in the form of high-quality rubber plugs. Before diving, it is necessary to check their integrity. If water gets inside, the device fails.

You should not choose models based on one name. First you need to decide what type of swimming you are interested in. Then it is important to familiarize yourself with the features of the dive site so that nothing interferes.

If you only plan to take underwater photography, you need a powerful option. Often halogen types are chosen for this. They are attached to the outside of the camera, which ensures comfortable diving.

Distinguishing underwater lights by shade

Cool tint glow is a blue-white light similar to daylight on the northern side of the sky during sunrise. The lighting temperature is measured in Kelvin. The higher the number, the colder the light. This means that any LED with a glow temperature from 5000K to 6500K will be classified as a cold shade of emitted light.

The neutral shade gives a temperature from 3200K to 45000K; this shade is mainly used for video shooting. Such lighting occurs in nature when the sun is at its zenith.

And finally, a warm shade of lighting with a temperature from 1500K to 3000K. These are mainly home incandescent lamps, and flashlights for spearfishing and not only for underwater.

In principle, all the light is white, it’s just that the diode at certain temperatures transmits the shade we need, bringing it closer to daylight at different times of the day under different weather conditions. I think that everything is starting to become clearer a little, and the next step is to try to figure out why most of the tricky ones are using flashlights for underwater hunting, either with a yellow LED or using yellow lenses.

Models with their own battery

These are popular models in demand among buyers. Having your own battery makes the device much more convenient. All that remains is to choose a suitable underwater flashlight that meets all the parameters. The following rating includes models with their own batteries.

XTAR D36

Professional model, suitable for spearfishing and diving. The power is 5800 lm, which is considered the optimal indicator. The device has 2 LEDs: one provides a powerful, wide light, and the second has a cool glow.

A special feature is the LED display, which shows information about the battery charge, operating mode and power. The device is controlled by 2 buttons located at the head of the flashlight.

XTAR D36

Advantages:

presence of a tripod connector;
high power;
screen information content;
battery life up to 50,000 hours;
body with anti-slip properties;
protection against accidental pressing.

Flaws:

not detected.

Ferei W155

The LED flashlight is ideal for night hunting. It contains 6 LEDs with a power of 3780 lm. The flashlight has 3 lines of operation, 10 brightness modes. It contains 4 built-in batteries.

This model has built-in 500 charging cycles, which ensures operation for many years. The product is ideal for divers and underwater hunters. After one charge, the device works for 60 hours, but this result is ensured only at low brightness.

Ferei W155

Advantages:

optimal power;
reliable battery;
many lighting modes;
long service life;
tightness;
temperature control function;
Low battery alert.

Flaws:

none.

MagicSchine MJ-810ES

A high-quality hand-held flashlight has its own power source. The power is 1000 lm. There are replaceable filters. The advantage of the device is the tightness and reliability of the case. Therefore, it can operate at a depth of 100 meters.

Power comes from the battery. The kit includes a charger with charge indication. According to buyers, this is a high-quality device with excellent functionality.

MagicSchine MJ-810ES

Advantages:

reliable body;
possibility of use at great depths;
high brightness;
service life up to 80,000 hours;
presence of 3 operating modes.

Flaws:

not identified.

Ferei W163 II

A high-quality model from a well-known manufacturer has a reliable assembly. It operates at high power. It contains a powerful battery pack, including 6 batteries. The body of the device is durable, so water does not pass inside.

Although the device is self-contained, it is light in weight since it is made from aluminum alloy. Switching on and off is carried out thanks to a magnetic button, which is characterized by reliability.

The product also works at a depth of 150 m. The light source is 3 LEDs. Continuous operation is carried out for 50 thousand hours. The glow range is 300 meters.

Ferei W163 II

Advantages:

high power;
long service life;
excellent brightness;
durable body;
comfortable handle;
presence of a magnetic switch;
operation of 4 modes.

Flaws:

overpriced.

All presented models have their own battery. These are the best devices, ideal for long stays under water. Also in this category, new products are constantly appearing, which are no worse in quality than the presented types.

Types of flashlights used

Lanterns are categorized according to various sources:

power supply – non-rechargeable batteries, rechargeable batteries;
lighting – halogen, xenon, LED.

Battery-powered flashlights are cheaper. In the absence of a battery recharging source at the fishing site, their advantage is noticeable. You just need to have spare batteries.

Products using nickel, cadmium, and lithium-ion batteries are of greater interest compared to their battery-based counterparts. The batteries are charged via the adapter that comes with the kit, have a large capacity and allow you to use the flashlight for a long time. Lithium-ion power sources are considered the best.

In terms of lighting sources, priority is given to energy-efficient LEDs , because... They do not generate significant amounts of heat, and their service life is many times longer than that of halogen and xenon competitors. Xenon underwater lights are sometimes used in very rough water. They produce a directed and very powerful beam of light rays.

Depending on the color temperature of the emitted light, which characterizes the wavelength, light sources are divided into cold and warm. If the device's passport indicates cold light, then its use is effective at night for clean water or at depth. For muddy water and deep holes, flashlights with warm light are needed; it is better perceived by the eyes and allows you to see even small details.

The reflector must provide the necessary beam and halo. When examining vegetation or dense snags, you need a wide central beam and a dense halo. In muddy water, on the contrary, the beam is narrow and there is a small, dim halo.

Long Range Devices

The popularity of models of this type is associated with their functionality. According to reviews, they are comfortable and suitable even for muddy water. The rating of quality devices will help you make your choice.

Acebeam W30 Throw

This convenient and high-quality device has an excellent luminous flux range of 2.4 km. It has an IR and UV spectrum, which is considered an advantage. The battery is charged using a USB slot, and the capacity is 5100 mAh.

In addition to the usual charging, the flashlight has another feature. This is working in PowerBank mode. There is a color indication of the battery charge, which helps to charge on time. There is also a tripod connector.

Acebeam W30 Throw

Advantages:

range;
long wavelength;
brightness setting function;
fast charging;
removable clip;
long service life.

Flaws:

Polarion PH50-D

An expensive model, ideal for long dives. The range is 1500 meters. This device has a good power of 5000 lm. There are 2 brightness modes, set by a special magnetic ring.

The device is ergonomic and easy to use. Another advantage is the glow without harming the power. The end part of the battery pack is the charge level. When creating the structure, Pyrex glass is used, which is durable.

Polarion PH50-D

Advantages:

high precision reflector;
high tightness;
ergonomics;
high-quality temperature sensor;
range.

Flaws:

high price.

Ferei W168 Shark

A quality flashlight ideal for professionals. It works thanks to 3 LEDs, which have high power and brightness. When creating the case, reliable, lightweight material was used.

The power of the device is 10 thousand lm, which is ideal for this device. The built-in battery pack includes 8 lithium cells. The kit includes a proprietary charger. Convenience is ensured with the help of an ironing handle.

Ferei W168 Shark

Advantages:

convenient use;
range – 822 m;
flow – 10,000 lm;
reliable body.

Flaws:

not detected.

Which is the best flashlight to buy, everyone decides for themselves. It is necessary to focus on functionality and personal needs. The presented models are ideal for continuous use.

Budget options

Inexpensive models also deserve attention. They can be purchased in the online store. It is possible to order online from Aliexpress.

Ferei W152

A good diving device can be used even by beginners. There is 1 LED, so the maximum luminous flux level is 800 lm, and the lighting range is 300 meters. There are 3 brightness levels.

The product is suitable for depths of 80-100 m. It is characterized by impact resistance and long service life. The body is made of aluminum.

Ferei W152

Advantages:

reliable assembly;
good brightness;
convenient switching;
affordable price.

Flaws:

Need care after diving.

Yarkiy Luch Calypro LD-130

This is an affordable device that is powered by batteries. It can be chosen for shallow diving. The product is suitable for beginners as it is easy to use and reliable. Waterproof – IP68.

The device operates at a depth of up to 10 meters. If you dive deeper, problems may arise. The switch is reliable, the body is made of plastic. The external parts are equipped with rubber pads, so they do not allow slipping.

Yarkiy Luch Calypro LD-130

Advantages:

ease of use;
autonomous work;
long service life;
reliable assembly;
anti-slip protection.

Flaws:

not detected.

Garin Lux DV2

This model can be used by beginners. It contains 1 LED with a luminous flux of up to 120 lm. The maximum operating time is 10 hours, which is quite good for a product with a low price.

This option is not suitable for deep diving, since it cannot withstand this load. The tightness is at a good level, moisture does not get inside. And this is an important characteristic that a reliable device should have.

Garin Lux DV2

Advantages:

reliability;
long work;
dive up to 15 meters;
operation of 3 batteries;
resistance to minor impacts.

Flaws:

not detected.

The presented options cope perfectly with their main function. Diving and spearfishing are available with them. Whichever option is chosen, it is suitable for frequent diving.

Comparative table of product characteristics from the rating

Name	Lantern Uniel P-WP011-BB	Headlamp FEREI HL51 cold light	Handheld flashlight GARIN DV2-1W	Handheld flashlight FEREI W151 CREE XM-L cold light	Handheld flashlight FEREI W167 Shine 8 x CREE XM-L2 cold light	Flashlight FEREI W155 XM-L2 cold
Category	The best underwater lights for diving depths up to 50 m			The best deep sea flashlights for diving to depths of up to 150 m
Place	1	2	3	1	2	3
Type	flashlight	headlight	hand lantern	hand lantern	hand lantern	flashlight
Maximum immersion depth	30 m	50 m	15 m	150 m	150 m	150 m
Working hours	7:00 h:min	10:00 h:min	—	—	—	—
Lighting range	150 m	315 m	—	—	—	—
Housing material	plastic, rubber	plastic	metal	metal	metal	—
Mounting method	on the wrist	on the mask	—	—	—	—
Number of modes	2	—	—	—	—	—
Modes	sos, bright	—	—	—	—	—
Glow color	white	white, red, ultraviolet	—	—	—	—
Power type	batteries	batteries	battery	battery	—	—
Nutrition	4 x AAA	3 x AAA	—	—	—	—
Light flow	85 lm	1720 lm	120 lm	1030 lm	6800 lm	3780 lm
Number of lamps	2	1	6	—	—	—
Light Beam Angle	11-100°	120	—	—	—	—
Peculiarities	charge indicator	—	—	—	—	—