Etekcity LED Camping Lantern
Score: 88/100
Coleman 1000L
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Etekcity CL10 is a collapsible LED lantern offering exceptional 280-lumen brightness and a massive 150-hour runtime, powered by standard AA batteries. Its main trade-off is the bulky expanded size and sensitivity to battery quality. It is best suited for budget-conscious campers and preppers needing reliable emergency illumination.
The Coleman 1000L LED Lantern is a reliable, battery-powered camping light delivering up to 1000 lumens with unique BatteryGuard technology. Its main trade-off is the bulk and weight of requiring four D-cell batteries rather than a rechargeable system. It is best suited for family campers and emergency backups where long storage life and brightness are prioritized.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
280 lumens | 1,000 lumensbest | |
150 hours | 200 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 297 gramsbest | 567 grams |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
254 mmbest | 235 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 150 hours | 200 hours |
Power Source | AA Batteries | Battery |
Charging Time (hours) | N/A hours | hours |
Build & Durability(4) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | Water Resistant | IPX4 |
Housing Material | ABS Plastic | Plastic |
Weight (grams) | 297 grams | 567 grams |
Warranty Length (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Design & Usability(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Magnetic Base | Hanging |
Height (mm) | 254 mm | 235 mm |
Handle Type | Collapsible | Solid |
Performance & Lighting(2) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 280 lumens | 1000 lumens |
Light Modes | Multiple Modes | 4 Modes |
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Professional reviewers and editors highly praise the Etekcity CL10 for its reliability, durability, and exceptional value in emergency and camping contexts. A notable YouTube gear tester specifically highlighted its impressive 150-hour runtime, military-grade construction, and versatile lighting modes.
Everyday consumers express strong satisfaction with the lantern's brightness, portability, and extended battery life, frequently citing its effectiveness for power outages and tent lighting.
“No More Leak Battery Disengaged When Off Very Good feature”
Professional sources highlight its reliability for camping, praising BatteryGuard for stopping drain, 1000-lumen brightness, and rugged build.
Users praise the BatteryGuard feature for preventing leaks and the long runtime, though some note the need for precise battery alignment.
