10 Best Flashlights with Pocket Clips
for September 2023

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Our flashlight experts bought and evaluated 10 of the most highly rated flashlights on the market, and settled on our favorites from those 10. We compared durability, safety, and usability, and examined how much light they output, how bright they are, and how bright they stay, as well as how long the batteries last. We also assessed how easy they are to grip and handle, and how well-designed they are overall. Our selection of the 10 best flashlights are built to withstand the bumps and scrapes of everyday use, and we give our overall scores to help you pick the perfect flashlight for your needs and budget.

Flashlights are an incredibly useful tool to have on hand in your home and car. They can be helpful in seeing in the dark, navigating in the dark, or signaling for help. It can be easy to fall victim to an unexpected power outage, or even a simple house fire, so having a flashlight is incredibly important to avoid further damage. Check out our complete guide to hand flashlights to learn more.

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GearLight S100 LED Pocket Pen Light- 2 Small, Compact Flashlights with Clip for Tight Spaces, Police Inspection, Nurses & Medical Use

GearLight S100 LED Pocket Light- Pen 2 Small

COMPACT - This sleek and portable pocket flashlight is compact enough to fit into small, tight spaces and illuminate hard to see work areas, making it ideal for close-up tasks.

The GearLight S100 LED Pocket Pen Light is a terrific and compact flashlight for tight spaces. The durable aluminum body feels solid, and the clip is easy to clip onto any piece of clothing. The lens, made up of 8 LEDs in a 360-degree pattern, creates a nice, bright, diffused beam. The beam is bright enough to illuminate a small workspace, yet the colors and details are crisp. Because it's so small, it's perfect to keep in your purse, backpack, or briefcase, so you'll be ready for any emergency. The GearLight S100 LED Pocket Pen Light runs for 4 hours on a single AAA battery, and it has a pocket clip so you can attach a lamp to your keys or backpack. It's also small enough to fit in a standard-sized cup holder, so you can easily bring it with you in your car or on your boat.

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2pcs LED Pen Light Penlight, 1200 Lumens Ultra Bright Mini Pocket Pen Light, Torch Flashlight with Clip for Medical Doctor Nurse Students 3 Mode Powered By 2 x AAA Battery

Vbestlife 2pcs LED Light Pen Penlight

by Vbestlife

ANTISKID WITH CLIP: Antiskid design and a clip make it be more easy to hold and convenient to carry. With a clip, the pen light could also be used as cap light for your convenience.

The 2pcs LED Pen Light is well-made, with a sturdy clip and a sturdy aluminum body. The clip is large enough to securely attach most hats, handbags, and backpacks, and it has a rubber grip so it won't be Slippy on flat surfaces. The 1200 lumens output is bright enough for a well-lit room, and the light has 3 modes: high, medium, and low. Switching modes is quick and easy, and there's also a strobe function. The LED Pen Light is bright enough for most uses, but if you need high-output illumination, this might not be the best option. The light does not have an IPX rating, so it won't survive submersion in water, and we wouldn't recommend leaving it submerged in water. The LED Pen Light is also quite heavy, at 9.3 ounces, and the switch feels stiff, so it takes some effort to activate. The LED Pen Light is battery-powered, so you'll need 2 AAA batteries. The LED Pen Light runs on both high and medium light modes for 3 hours before needing a recharge. The LED Pen Light is bright enough to use as a bedside lamp or reading light, and it's a good buy for anyone looking for a small, lightweight flashlight.

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Flashlights Small Mini LED High Lumen Tactical Pen Light with Clip, Handheld Pocket Compact Torch for Camping Outdoor Emergency Inspection Repair Battery-Powered Water-Resistant (3.55 & 5.11 inch)

ARTONM Flashlights Small Mini LED High Tactical Lumen Pen Light with Clip

by AACLASS

Simple on / off switch The easy-to-use power button makes it easy to operate with one hand, perfect for reading, lighting narrow spaces, and checking around the house.

This highly compact flashlight has bright, white, even light and is small enough to fit in a pocket or purse. The penlight is Waterproof and Shockproof, which makes it perfect for camping, hiking, fishing, cycling, and emergencies. The penlight is lightweight and has a comfortable, non-slip grip. The penlight has three different brightness modes, and it can also be set to strobe mode. The flashlight has two different sized options, and it uses a AAA battery (not included). The flashlight has three different modes: high, low, and strobe. The flashlight has a large button on top, and the flashlight also has a clip, so you can easily clip it onto your keys, backpack, or bag.

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SEAMAGIC 15-Pack LED Penlight - Pocket Pen Light Flashlight with Clip, 30-Piece Dry Batteries Included, Perfect for Inspection, Repairing, Night Shift, Camping and Training Course

SEAMAGIC 15-Pack LED Penlight

by CHENMAI

Elastic Rubber Switch and Metal ClipThe rubber switch increase the pushing force, prevent lighting up in bags or pocket, avoid light up by mistake. These lightweight flashlights are easy portable and with a clip to hang on shirt, pocket, and jeans, pants.

The SEAMAGIC 15-Pack LED Penlight is a great general-purpose flashlight that does everything you need it to do, and it does it well. The penlight is bright, and doesn't produce annoying or distracting flicker, and the light has a range of 100 feet. The flashlight is durable, and it comes with 30 AAA batteries, so it's ready to work right out of the box. The penlight's clip is sturdy, and it can easily attach to a belt or a pocket, though we wouldn't recommend dropping it. The penlight's LEDs are bright enough to illuminate an entire room, and they don't put out too much heat. The penlight is small enough to fit in a pocket, and it's small enough that it's easy to throw in a bag. The penlight is reasonably priced, and it includes 15 flashlights, 30 batteries, a charger, and a belt clip, so you'll never have to worry about buying batteries again.

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10 Pieces Mini Small LED Flashlight Handheld Pen Light Flashlight with Clip Led Pen Pocket Light Torch for Camping Outdoor Emergency Diary Lighting (3.5 Inches)

Honoson 10 Pieces Mini Small LED Flashlight Handheld Pen Light Flashlight with Clip Pen Led Pocket Light Torch for Camping Outdoor Emergency Diary Lighting (3.5 Inches)

by Honoson

With clip and simple on/off switch: the LED pocket light with removable pocket clip, can easily attach to your belt, bag, binder, shirt, or pants pocket; And the power button is easy to operate when you need pocket flashlight, which is proper for reading menus, brightening narrow spaces, inspections, emergencies

The 10 Pieces Mini Small LED Flashlight Handheld Pen Light Flashlight with Clip Led Pen Pocket Light Torch for Camping Outdoor Emergency Diary Lighting (3.5 Inches) is a very useful device to have while you're camping or hiking, and the small size makes it convenient to carry with you. The flashlight is made of durable aluminum construction and comes with a scratch-resistant lens, which resists to accidental fall and temporary immersion. The flashlight uses 3 AAA batteries, and the batteries are not included. The flashlight's beam is bright and it illuminates the concentrated area, which is suitable to perform close tasks. The flashlight is portable and easy to carry. The flashlight has a clip, so you can clip it to your backpack or clothes. The flashlight has 10 pieces, which make it convenient for you to share the flashlight with your friends. The flashlight has 3 settings, which can help you choose the right brightness for your need.

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2Pcs LED Pocket 1200 Lumen Pen Light Flashlight with Clip

Decaker 2Pcs LED Pocket 1200 Pen Lumen Light Flashlight with Clip

by Decaker

SIMPLE ON/OFF SWITCH Easy to use power button allows for effortless one-handed operation and delivers light when you need it. Perfect for reading menus, brighten narrow tight spaces, inspections, emergencies and around the house.

The ZPG 1200 Lumen LED Pen Light is a compact, lightweight flashlight with a focusable beam. It's powered by two AAA batteries, and the USB-rechargeable version has an estimated 25 hours of battery life. The pen light's beam is bright enough for general illumination and travels 33 feet at its shortest setting. It has a focusable beam, so it's suitable for a variety of uses. The pen light also has a handy pocket clip, so it's ideal for attaching to your belt, bag, binder, shirt, or pants pocket. The pen light is durable, lightweight, and easy to use. It's suitable for a variety of uses, including camping, hiking, walking at night, emergency, and DIY. It's lighweight enough to carry in your pocket, yet powerful enough to provide illumination for up to 33 feet.

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2 PCS LED Pen Light Penlight, 1200 Lumens Ultra Bright Mini Pocket Pen Light, Tactical Flashlight, Torch Flashlight with Clip for Medical Doctor Nurse Students Powered by 2 x AAA Battery 3 Mode

Tbest 2 PCS Pen LED Light Penlight

by Tbest

Skid-Proof Water-Resistant Design: Our Flashlight is made of aluminum alloy material, durable, abrasion resistant, with no worried using in rain, snow or emergency situations. Simple one switch mode and daily waterproof performance for easy to use.

The 2 PCS LED Pen Light Penlight, 1200 Lumens Ultra Bright Mini Pocket Pen Light, Tactical Flashlight, Torch Flashlight with Clip for Medical Doctor Nurse Students Powered by 2 x AAA Battery 3 Mode (72T6) is a pretty good choice for anyone looking for a flashlight for work or sport. The 1200-lumen output is plenty bright, and it's a bright enough light for normal indoor use. The 3 brightness settings are plenty bright for reading, and the blue light setting works well for activating the white LED on some of our tests and for color-coding notes. The clip is sturdy and locks in place well. The clip also doubles as a wrist strap, and it's long enough that you can use it on your forearm to hold the light at an awkward angle. The buttons are well-placed and easy to operate. The flashlight is charged by 2 AAA batteries, which last as long as we need them to, and it's easy to replace the batteries. The clip could be used to hang a light on a hook, or to attach to a belt loop or belt buckle. The flashlight is also waterproof, so it could be a good choice for people who spend a lot of time outdoors. The flashlight has an attached lanyard, but it's too short to be useful. It's a good idea to clip a lanyard to your belt or harness so the light doesn't slip off. If you want a clip-on flashlight that doubles as a cap light, this is a great choice.

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LUXPRO LP290V2 Compact LED Flashlight with Pocket Clip (Black)

LUXPRO LP290V2 Compact LED with Flashlight Pocket Clip (Black)

by LUXPRO

Features a quality aluminum pocket clip, so you can easily attach the light to your belt, pocket, or tool bag.

LUXPRO's LP290V2 Compact LED Flashlight with Pocket Clip is about the smallest and brightest flashlight we tested, and it's the most efficient. It has 280 lumens of brightness on high, and 100 lumens on low, and it's bright enough for most tasks. While it's not as bright as our previous pick, the MagLite G2X LED Flashlight, it's not far behind. The LP290V2 also shines a more focused beam and has a wider beam than a lot of flashlights we tested, making it better to use when casting light across a room. The LUXPRO's beam is also more even than many of the flashlights we tested, making reading by flashlight much easier. The LP290V2's beam is also brighter than the MagLite's, and, at 4.87 ounces, it's lighter than the G2X. The LUXPRO's flashlight is also smaller and more compact than most of the other flashlights we tested. It's small and light enough to fit in your shirt pocket or purse, so it's more convenient than some of our other picks. The LUXPRO's flashlight also stands out for its durability. It's made of aircraft-grade aluminum, so it's light enough to carry all day, yet durable enough to survive a drop or two. It also features LUXPRO's TackGrip, a proprietary technology that makes holding the flashlight easier, and gives it a nice firm grip.

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Beieverluck 10 Pack Small Mini LED Flashlight Handheld Pen Light Flashlight Tactical Pocket Torch PenLight with Clip Led Pen Flashlight for Camping Outdoor Emergency Inspection large

Beieverluck 10 Pack Small Mini LED Flashlight Handheld Pen Light Flashlight Tactical Pocket PenLight Torch with Clip Led Pen Flashlight for Camping Outdoor Emergency Inspection large

by Beieverluck

Simple On/Off Switch: The easy-to-use power button makes the led pocket light easy to operate with one hand, perfect for reading, lighting narrow spaces, and checking around the house.

This pen light flashlight is small and light enough to slip into a pocket, backpack or purse. With a clip, the pen light could also be used as cap light for your convenience. The 10 pen lights are bright enough to illuminate a dark room, and the light quality is much better than flashlights that use AA batteries. The pen light has a skid-proof design and is water-resistant, so it could be used in rainy and snowy weather and accidental falls. The clip is stiff enough to hold this pen light tightly, and the clip is stainless steel so the clip won't rust. The led pen light uses 1 x AAA battery, which can be replaced by changing the battery. The led pen light comes with a battery tester, so it's easy to check whether the battery is charging or charging. The pen light has a switch on its body, and the switch is very easy to use. The led pen light comes with a user manual and a warranty card.

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COB LED Work Flashlight with Magnetic Base and Clip Multi-Function Pocket Pen Light Inspection Work Light, 4 PCS

WUTL COB LED Work Flashlight with Magnetic Base Clip and Multi-Function Pocket Pen Light Inspection Work Light

by WUTL

STRONG TAIL MAGNET - allows mounting on steel car panels like the fenders or hood for hands-free use. Also features a CLOTHING CLIP which clips securely onto your coat pocket or belt if required

This is a great little light for everyday tasks around the house, and it's much brighter than our previous pick. It has 120 lumens, 4 brightness levels, and 5 minutes of use per charge, and it has an up to 60 hour lifetime. The magnetic base is sturdy, and the clip is long enough to keep it out of the way when in use. The 4 AAA batteries aren't included, but it's easy enough to find an inexpensive pack that will last for years. It's rechargeable via micro USB, but it uses a proprietary charger, so you can't just plug it into any USB wall charger and expect to charge it. The only downside is the length of the cable, which is only 1 foot. The clip isn't long enough to keep it out of the way when it's in use, though, so if you're using it on a workbench or in a workshop, you would be better off using a longer cable.

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