10 Best Crank Lanterns for January 2021

Last Updated On December 20, 2020

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Solar Powered, Crank Dynamo, Battery Operated Lantern- 4 Ways to Power- 180 Lumen 36-LED with Adjustable Settings for Camping, Emergency by Whetstone

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Whetstone Solar Powered

Crank Dynamo, Battery Operated Lantern- 4 Ways to Power- 180 Lumen 36-LED with Adjustable Settings for Camping, Emergency by Whetstone

by Trademark GLB

What We like

MULTIUSE- This water-resistant lantern features a carrying handle and hanging hook so you can hang it from a tent, carry it with you, or stand it on a flat surface. It is ideal for camping, hiking, auto repair jobs, or to add to home emergency kits.

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POWER 4 WAYS- The lantern features 4 options to power the light, all built into 1! The hand crank easily maneuvers to store power, while the solar panel effortlessly absorbs natural light. This also includes a battery compartment and an AC adapter port.
CHARGE DEVICES-The 180-lumen lantern uses LED bulbs, leading to an improved lumen-per-watt ratio and saves energy. This multi-use lantern also features a USB port to plug in phones, tablets, and other devices to charge, making it ideal in an emergency.
ADJUSTABLE SETTINGS- The LED bulbs last up to 100,000 hours before burning out and can also adjust brightness modes; with high, medium, and low settings. The dynamo crank, solar panel, and other power options adds both convenience and flexibility.
PRODUCT DETAILS-Dimension: 10 (H) x 4 (L) x 5.25 (W). Lantern Standard 36 LED bulbs: 180 Lumens. Batteries Optional: 3 AAA batteries. Solar Charging Time: Approx. 6 hours. Provides up to 20 minutes of light per 1 minute of cranking.

Power 4 ways- the lantern features 4 options to power the light, all built into 1! the hand crank easily maneuvers to store power, while the solar panel effortlessly absorbs natural light. this also includes a battery compartment and an ac adapter port. Adjustable settings- the led bulbs last up to 100,000 hours before burning out and can also adjust brightness modes; with high, medium, and low settings. the dynamo crank, solar panel, and other power options adds both convenience and flexibility. Charge devices-the 180-lumen lantern uses led bulbs, leading to an improved lumen-per-watt ratio and saves energy. this multi-use lantern also features a usb port to plug in phones, tablets, and other devices to charge, making it ideal in an emergency. Product details-dimension: 10 (h) x 4 (l) x 5.25 (w). lantern standard 36 led bulbs: 180 lumens. batteries optional: 3 aaa batteries. solar charging time: approx. 6 hours. provides up to 20 minutes of light per 1 minute of cranking.

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AGPTEK Solar Lantern, 5 Mode Hand Crank Dynamo 36 LED Rechargeable Camping Lantern Emergency Light, Ultra Bright LED Lantern - Car Charge - Camping Gear for Hiking Emergencies Hurricane Outages

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AGPTEK Solar Lantern, 5 Mode Hand Crank Dynamo 36 LED Rechargeable Camping Lantern Emergency Light, Ultra Bright LED Lantern

Car Charge, Camping Gear for Hiking Emergencies Hurricane Outages

by Odoland

What We like

2 BRIGHTNESS MODES: Bright mode [adequate for reading and most normal activity], Super bright mode.

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USB OUTPUT: A universal USB charging port for charging mobile phones and other devices (output: DC 5V/1A).
LOW ENERGY CONSUMPTION: Built in the Polysilicon solar panels, brighter than the other camping light and lower energy consumption.
GREEN POWER: Hand Crank Dynamo Solar 36 LED Lantern Outdoor Super Bright Camping Work Light.
5 CHARGING METHODS: Solar Powered, Crank Dynamo, Car Adapter, AC Adapter or 3 x AA Battery.

5 charging methods: solar powered, crank dynamo, car adapter, ac adapter or 3 x aa battery. Green power: hand crank dynamo solar 36 led lantern outdoor super bright camping work light. Low energy consumption: built in the polysilicon solar panels, brighter than the other camping light and lower energy consumption. Usb output: a universal usb charging port for charging mobile phones and other devices (output: dc 5v/1a).

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Led Camping Lantern, Super Bright Portable Survival Lanterns Hand Crank Radio, Must Have During Hurricane, Emergency, Storms, Outages, Hand Crank 60 Seconds Equals Hours Of Light, Lights/lamp

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Rescue Guard Led Camping Lantern

Super Bright Portable Survival Lanterns Hand Crank Radio, Must Have During Hurricane, Emergency, Storms, Outages, Hand Crank 60 Seconds Equals Hours Of Light, Lights/lamp

by Cheyenne Brands

What We like

HANDCRANK DYNAMO CHARGER: Provides Instant Power on Tap; 2 Minute of Cranking Leads to 3.5 Hours of Light. MULTI-PURPOSE: Perfect for Emergency Supplies, First Aid Kits, Survival Gear, or Outdoors & Camping, Charges USB compatible devices.

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COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT Easily fits in your backpack or emergency kit. Our lanterns are a life-saver in unpredictable situations like hurricanes or a zombie apocalypse. Survival Radio must have.
SUPER BRIGHT & LONG LASTING Equipped with bright LEDs, this compact lantern cuts through 360 degrees of darkness on the stormiest, dimmest nights. Easily lights up the entire tent or room.
EMERGENCY RADIO: Be prepared for any emergencies & disasters with this rechargeable weather alert radio with solar panel & hand turbine power generator. No emergency kit is complete without it.
MAKES A PERFECT GIFT Disaster Preparedness Kit. 3.5 Hours after full charge from cable included. Hand Crank Radio Flashlight Cell Phone Chargers. Tent Camping Lantern.

Super bright & long lasting equipped with bright leds, this compact lantern cuts through 360 degrees of darkness on the stormiest, dimmest nights. easily lights up the entire tent or room. Makes a perfect gift disaster preparedness kit. 3.5 hours after full charge from cable included. hand crank radio flashlight cell phone chargers. tent camping lantern. Emergency radio: be prepared for any emergencies & disasters with this rechargeable weather alert radio with solar panel & hand turbine power generator. no emergency kit is complete without it. Compact & lightweight easily fits in your backpack or emergency kit. our lanterns are a life-saver in unpredictable situations like hurricanes or a zombie apocalypse. survival radio must have.

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ROCAM Camping Lantern Flashlight,Solar Outdoor Camping Light Emergency Waterproof Bright Light,Solar Charge，3000mAh Power，Hand Crank Charge，Suitable for Camping, Hiking,Tent,Fishing, Home

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ROCAM Camping Lantern Flashlight

Solar Outdoor Camping Light Emergency Waterproof Bright Light, Solar Charge，3000mAh Power，Hand Crank Charge，Suitable for Camping, Hiking, Tent, Fishing, Home

by ROCAM

What We like

2 LED Lights More Brighter Flexible Efficient- By stretching two handles on the top of the led lantern, you can adjust different brightness, it has 200LM Light Brightness, surrounded by illumination, bright but not dazzling; the bottom has a "Flashlight" button, 350LM light brightness provide high visibility to meet large area brightness. Longer range, brighter light and more durable!

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Update More Long Lasting Support 3 Ways Rechargeable - Hand Crank Powe,Solar Power, Micro USB Adapter Charging input support power for the flashlight lantern.Long lasting is no less than 30
IPX 4 Waterproof Anti-slip Design- Rocam camping lantern has IPX 4 water resistance, more suitable for outdoor activities. Even in rainy days, the camping flashlight can still be used normally; The non-slip design fits the usage habits, comfortable for touching, easy to carry and use;Yellow appearance is more eye-catching. Easier to find outdoors!
Best Choice for Outdoor Activities- Compact design allows you to take your lantern on the go with ease.Put in a car, tent, beside a bed, or hung on a tree; When not in use collapse the lantern to a smaller size; store it effortlessly, taking up little space.Greatly Equipment Gear Kit for Emergency, Hiking, Tent, Backpacking, Outages, Hurricanes, Fishing, Home and More.

Update more long lasting support 3 ways rechargeable - hand crank powe,solar power, micro usb adapter charging input support power for the flashlight lantern.long lasting is no less than 30 Best choice for outdoor activities- compact design allows you to take your lantern on the go with ease.put in a car, tent, beside a bed, or hung on a tree; when not in use collapse the lantern to a smaller size; store it effortlessly, taking up little space.greatly equipment gear kit for emergency, hiking, tent, backpacking, outages, hurricanes, fishing, home and more. Ipx 4 waterproof anti-slip design- ROCAM camping lantern has ipx 4 water resistance, more suitable for outdoor activities. even in rainy days, the camping flashlight can still be used normally; the non-slip design fits the usage habits, comfortable for touching, easy to carry and use;yellow appearance is more eye-catching. easier to find outdoors!

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Duronic Hurricane 4 in 1 Rechargeable, Hand Crank, Self-Powered, Dynamo Flashlight, Torch, Lamp, Lantern - USB Charging Function

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Duronic Hurricane 4 in 1 Rechargeable, Hand Crank, Self-Powered, Dynamo Flashlight, Torch, Lamp, Lantern

USB Charging Function

by Duronic

What We like

MULTI POSITION HANDLE: The clever handle built onto the unit allows you to hold the Hurricane is 3 different position to allow best position of light when using the lantern or the torch. Charging: Charge the unit with the cable supplied, you may also with to use a USB mains plug (optional)

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FLEXIBLE CHARGING METHODS: Hand crank or USB cable, also via USB mains plug.
Red Flashing Lights: 5 red straw lights that switch the red on and off. External Charge function: Charge products like mobile phones or mp3 players via the Hurricanes wind up function (USB charge cable for specific product required). Battery: 300mAh rechargeable battery built-in to make the unit highly portable. Carrying Handle: Carry the unit with ease and the handle also allows you to hang the unit
BATTERY: 300mAH power | PRODUCT SIZE: 97x186 mm | PRODUCT WEIGHT: 320g
SPOTLIGHT & LANTERN FUNCTION: Spotlight provides MAX 18lm. Lantern provides MAX 32lm.

Spotlight & lantern function: spotlight provides max 18lm. lantern provides max 32lm. Battery: 300mah power | product size: 97x186 mm | product weight: 320g Flexible charging methods: hand crank or usb cable, also via usb mains plug. Red flashing lights: 5 red straw lights that switch the red on and off. external charge function: charge products like mobile phones or mp3 players via the hurricanes wind up function (usb charge cable for specific product required). battery: 300mah rechargeable battery built-in to make the unit highly portable. carrying handle: carry the unit with ease and the handle also allows you to hang the unit

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Hoshine Solar Dynamo Multi-Functional 4-Way Powered Emergency Hand Crank FM Radio LED Camping Lantern Flashlight Phones Charger (White)

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Hoshine Solar Dynamo Multi-Functional 4-Way Powered Emergency Hand Crank FM Radio LED Camping Lantern Flashlight Phones Charger (White)

by Hoshine

What We like

Mobility design with easy to use handle, built in speakers.

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Super-bright, long-life & energy-efficient 8-LED lantern with 2-level brightness adjustment
Solar, hand crank, batteries & 5V DC USB 4-way powered lantern for outdoor use and emergency preparedness
Built-in output 5V standard USB port for charging cell phone and other compatible portable device
Four ways to charge the power: solar power, dynamo power, micro USB in, dry battery

Four ways to charge the power: solar power, dynamo power, micro usb in, dry battery Built-in output 5v standard usb port for charging cell phone and other compatible portable device Super-bright, long-life & energy-efficient 8-led lantern with 2-level brightness adjustment Solar, hand crank, batteries & 5v dc usb 4-way powered lantern for outdoor use and emergency preparedness

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AGPtek Hand Crank Dynamo Solar Super Bright Rechargeable 36 LED Lantern Outdoor Camping Emergency Light -- 2 Light modes & 5 Charging Modes with Universal USB Charging Port

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AGPtek Hand Crank Dynamo Solar Super Bright Rechargeable 36 LED Lantern Outdoor Camping Emergency Light -- 2 Light modes & 5 Charging Modes with Universal USB Charging Port

by AGPtek

What We like

This Ultra bright solar LED lantern is great for camping, reading, fishing, car repairs and other outdoor activities. Just one minute of easy cranking at approximately 120 rpm provides 20 minutes of light!

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Hand Crank Dynamo Solar 36 LED Lantern Outdoor Super Bright Camping Work Light. This power-saving lantern is designed with 36 LED for operation life up to 100,000 hours.
Built in the Polysilicon solar panels, More brighter than the other camping light and lower energy consumption
An universal USB CHARGING PORT for charging mobile phones and other devices (output: DC 5V/1A), so you can power up when you go out for travelling, hiking, fishing or camping.
5 CHARGING METHODS: Solar Powered, Crank Dynamo, Car Adapter,AC Adapter or 3 x AAA Battery. So you don't have to worry about if your light's battery will be dead when go out for camping, hiking or travelling.

Built in the polysilicon solar panels, more brighter than the other camping light and lower energy consumption An universal usb charging port for charging mobile phones and other devices (output: dc 5v/1a), so you can power up when you go out for travelling, hiking, fishing or camping. Hand crank dynamo solar 36 led lantern outdoor super bright camping work light. this power-saving lantern is designed with 36 led for operation life up to 100,000 hours. 5 charging methods: solar powered, crank dynamo, car adapter,ac adapter or 3 x aaa battery. so you don't have to worry about if your light's battery will be dead when go out for camping, hiking or travelling.

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ThorFire LED Camping Lantern Lights Hand Crank USB Rechargeable Lanterns Collapsible Mini Flashlight Emergency Torch Night Light Tent Lamp for Camping Hiking Tent Garden Patio - CL01(Orange)

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ThorFire LED Camping Lantern Lights Hand Crank USB Rechargeable Lanterns Collapsible Mini Flashlight Emergency Torch Night Light Tent Lamp for Camping Hiking Tent Garden Patio

CL01(Orange)

by ThorFire

What We like

PORTABLE VERSATILE LIGHTS - These led lights can be used as flashlights or lanterns. Extended as a LED camping lantern; folded as a powerful mini flashlight, making it a portable multifunctional light. It's only 5.9 oz in weight, and foldable design fits seamlessly into your backpack or pocket. Take it when traveling, camping, hiking, picnic and more.

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WHAT YOU GET - 1x ThorFire CL01 Camping Lantern, 1x DC/Micro USB Charging Cable, 1x User Manual; ThorFire's ONE YEAR hassle-free after-sales service. Order with no worries! Compare with similar items
HAND CRANK AND USB RECHARGEABLE LANTERN - ThorFire led lanterns have built in rechargeable batteries. No need to waste money buying batteries anymore. It can be either charged via regular 5V USB charging cable or hand cranking when you are out of power supply. Idea light for camping, fishing, traveling, emergency, outdoor adventure and home use.
TWO LIGHTING MODES - ThorFire led lanterns have two lighting modes: High and Low. Brightness is 125LM(High), 30LM(Low) which meets different lighting requirements. The High mode is ideal for camping, hiking, reading and the low mode is great as an area light or as a tent light.

Hand crank and usb rechargeable lantern - ThorFire led lanterns have built in rechargeable batteries. no need to waste money buying batteries anymore. it can be either charged via regular 5v usb charging cable or hand cranking when you are out of power supply. idea light for camping, fishing, traveling, emergency, outdoor adventure and home use. What you get - 1x ThorFire cl01 camping lantern, 1x dc/micro usb charging cable, 1x user manual; ThorFire's one year hassle-free after-sales service. order with no worries! compare with similar items Two lighting modes - ThorFire led lanterns have two lighting modes: high and low. brightness is 125lm(high), 30lm(low) which meets different lighting requirements. the high mode is ideal for camping, hiking, reading and the low mode is great as an area light or as a tent light.

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Camping Lantern Solar Rechargeable, Solar and Hand Crank Dynamo Multi-functional 4-way Powered AM/FM Radio 8 LED Flashlight with Emergency Cell Phone Charger, Support AA Battery for Hike Climbing

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Hoshine Camping Lantern Solar Rechargeable

Solar and Hand Crank Dynamo Multi-functional 4-way Powered AM/FM Radio 8 LED Flashlight with Emergency Cell Phone Charger, Support AA Battery for Hike Climbing

by Hoshine

What We like

Mobility design with easy to use handle, built in speakers. Always on power, multiple ways to charge up the multi-function camping lantern: Micro USB (5 hours charge can last for6 hours)/Solar Panel/Hand crank/3 AA battery (not included)

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Built-in FM/AM/SW radio, speaker and telescopic antenna for loud, crispy sound and razor-sharp reception. Comes with emergency SIREN for SOS.
Power bank for Cell phone charging: Switch the power to battery, turn off the LED light and radio, connect the cell phone with this equipment, and crank the lantern, it will charge your cell phone. It is only used for emergency, not for normal power bank.
High 60 lumens 8 LED lights, two levels of lights that can be adapted in various conditions, camping, hiking or backyard BBQ, it has flashlight in emergency. Also suitable to use in your house, garden and backyard when there is blackout.
Read me : After heavy use, please crank 120 circles to protect the built-in battery. Also take out the AA battery if unused. Please turn off all function when charge the equipment.

Power bank for cell phone charging: switch the power to battery, turn off the led light and radio, connect the cell phone with this equipment, and crank the lantern, it will charge your cell phone. it is only used for emergency, not for normal power bank. Read me : after heavy use, please crank 120 circles to protect the built-in battery. also take out the aa battery if unused. please turn off all function when charge the equipment. High 60 lumens 8 led lights, two levels of lights that can be adapted in various conditions, camping, hiking or backyard bbq, it has flashlight in emergency. also suitable to use in your house, garden and backyard when there is blackout. Built-in fm/am/sw radio, speaker and telescopic antenna for loud, crispy sound and razor-sharp reception. comes with emergency siren for sos.

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Qooltek Multi-Functional 4-Way Powered Solar Hand Crank LED Camping Lantern with Radio and Emergency Cell Phone Charger

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Qooltek Multi-Functional 4-Way Powered Solar Hand Crank LED Camping Lantern with Radio and Emergency Cell Phone Charger

by Qooltek

What We like

Emergency Charger with Low Conversion - Need hand cranking to charge the USB devices. Note: This function is only recommended in extremely emergency because of an inefficient conversion.

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FM Radio and Siren - Good signal FM automatic search radio with emergency alarm siren for asking help.
Multipurpose Use - Suitable for outdoor activities like camping and hiking, emergency preparedness, home and office entertainment or power outages, disaster area rescue.
4 Charging Ways - hand crank to wind up internal alternator, expose to sunlight to charge by solar panel, DC recharge by connecting the mini USB cable to computer, installing 3 * dry batteries( not included) to charge.
8-LED Lantern - Comes with super bright LED light of 2-level brightness adjustment to give extra convenience in darkness.

fm radio and siren - good signal fm automatic search radio with emergency alarm siren for asking help. multipurpose use - suitable for outdoor activities like camping and hiking, emergency preparedness, home and office entertainment or power outages, disaster area rescue. 4 charging ways - hand crank to wind up internal alternator, expose to sunlight to charge by solar panel, dc recharge by connecting the mini usb cable to computer, installing 3 * dry batteries( not included) to charge. 8-led lantern - comes with super bright led light of 2-level brightness adjustment to give extra convenience in darkness.