Bell+Howell Multipurpose Camping Lantern
Score: 74/100
Kpkjoo COB-4
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Bell+Howell TacLight Lantern is a compact, collapsible LED camping lantern designed for emergencies and outdoor use, featuring 300 lumens of brightness and an IP65 waterproof rating. While it offers reliable performance and a magnetic base, the inconvenient bottom battery access and lack of included batteries are notable drawbacks. It is best suited for emergency preparedness enthusiasts and campers needing portable illumination.
The KPKJOO Lantern is a compact, collapsible LED camping light designed for portability and emergency use. It operates on three AAA batteries to provide up to five hours of continuous 360-degree illumination, featuring low-consumption bulbs for energy efficiency. While praised for its durable ABS construction and water-resistant finish, experts caution that the runtime is shorter than competitors.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
300 lumensbest | — | |
— | 5 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 630 grams | 549 gramsbest |
0 years | 2 yearsbest | |
203 mmbest | 94 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Source | AAA Batteries | Battery (AAA) |
Build & Durability(3) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | IP65 | IPX4 |
Weight (grams) | 630 grams | 549 grams |
Warranty Length (years) | 0 years | 2 years |
Design & Usability(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Magnetic Base | Hanging Hook |
Height (mm) | 203 mm | 94 mm |
Handle Type | Foldaway | Collapsible |
Performance & Lighting(3) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 300 lumens | null lumens |
Light Modes | 2 | |
Light Source Type | COB LED | LED |
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Professional reviewers and editors praise the Bell+Howell TacLight Lantern for its long-lasting illumination, compact design, and reliable performance during power outages and camping trips.
Everyday users commonly praise the lantern's brightness, ease of use via pull-to-open mechanism, and portability for outages and camping.
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the KPKJOO Lantern's exceptional portability and dual-function design, noting its ability to collapse into a pocket-sized flashlight. While praised for its durable ABS construction and water-resistant finish, experts caution that the runtime is shorter than competitors and actual brightness may fall short of marketing claims.
Everyday users appreciate the lantern's compact size and versatility for camping and emergencies, often praising its hands-free hanging capability. However, recurring complaints focus on the limited battery life on high settings and the frustration of batteries not being included in the package.
