Coleman 1000L Deluxe
Score: 82/100
Goal Zero Crush Light Chroma
Score: 65/100Rankings
The Coleman 1000L Deluxe Propane Lantern is a high-output gas lantern designed for outdoor camping, delivering up to 1000 lumens with PerfectFlow technology. The main trade-off is the need for manual match-lighting and fragile mantles compared to instant-ignition LED models. It is best suited for car campers and group sites needing bright, area-flooding light without recharging batteries.
The Goal Zero Crush Light Chroma is an ultralight, collapsible LED lantern designed for portability and ambient lighting. It features a compact design that folds to just over half an inch thick, weighs only 3.2 ounces, and offers versatile white and color modes with dual charging options via USB or a built-in solar panel. While it excels as a compact ambient light, it falls short for users needing high-brightness area lighting.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 lumensbest | 60 lumens | |
13 hours | 35 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,225 grams | 91 gramsbest |
— | 3,000 kelvinbest | |
— | 500 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.5 hoursbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
290 mmbest | 100 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 13 hours | 35 hours |
Power Source | Propane | USB/Solar |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | mAh | 500 mAh |
Charging Time (hours) | hours | 2.5 hours |
Build & Durability(4) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | IPX4 | |
Housing Material | Metal/Glass | ABS Plastic/Rubber |
Weight (grams) | 1225 grams | 91 grams |
Warranty Length (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Design & Usability(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Tabletop/Hanging | Collapsible |
Height (mm) | 290 mm | 100 mm |
Handle Type | Bail | Collapsible |
Performance & Lighting(4) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 1000 lumens | 60 lumens |
Color Temperature (kelvin) | kelvin | 3000 kelvin |
Light Modes | Adjustable | White/Color Modes |
Light Source Type | Gas | LED |
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Professional reviewers position this lantern as a rugged, reliable option, highlighting PerfectFlow technology as a standout feature for maintaining consistent performance at high altitudes.
Users praise the ability to flood campsite areas with bright light and reliable runtime, but complain about the hassle of match-lighting in wind and mantle fragility.
“Casts light up to 23 meters-lights up the whole campsite”
“13 hours on low is perfect for overnight”
“Wish it had Instastart-matches in wind are annoying”
Choose this model for maximum brightness; choose Goal Zero for silent, fuel-free operation.
Professional reviewers highlight the lantern's exceptional portability and unique color features, noting it effectively transforms campsites into a party atmosphere. However, experts consistently caution that the 60-lumen output is insufficient for general outdoor area lighting and is best reserved for interior tent use or close-range tasks.
Everyday users generally appreciate the product's portability and fun color modes but frequently complain about the dim light output when used for broader illumination. Recurring themes indicate that while the device excels as a compact ambient light, it falls short for users needing high-brightness area lighting or extended high-mode runtime.
