Etekcity LED Camping Lantern
Score: 72/100
Goal Zero Crush Light Chroma
Score: 65/100Rankings
The Etekcity Camping Lantern is a compact, collapsible LED lantern powered by AA batteries, designed for portability and emergency use. Its main trade-off is lower maximum brightness compared to rechargeable models and the ongoing cost of disposable batteries. It is best suited for casual campers and hikers who prioritize lightweight gear over high-output illumination.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
280 lumensbest | 60 lumens | |
30 hours | 35 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 199 grams | 91 gramsbest |
— | 3,000 kelvinbest | |
— | 500 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.5 hoursbest |
2 yearsbest | 1 years | |
141 mmbest | 100 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 30 hours | 35 hours |
Power Source | AA Batteries | USB/Solar |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | mAh | 500 mAh |
Charging Time (hours) | hours | 2.5 hours |
Build & Durability(4) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
Housing Material | ABS Plastic | ABS Plastic/Rubber |
Weight (grams) | 199 grams | 91 grams |
Warranty Length (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Design & Usability(2) | ||
Mounting Options | Magnetic Base, Hanging | Collapsible |
Height (mm) | 141 mm | 100 mm |
Performance & Lighting(3) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 280 lumens | 60 lumens |
Color Temperature (kelvin) | kelvin | 3000 kelvin |
Light Modes | 4 Levels | White/Color Modes |
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Professional reviewers praise the compact collapsibility, adjustable brightness, and reliable runtime, noting it is dependable for hiking and emergencies despite lower maximum brightness compared to rivals.
Everyday users commonly praise the ease of use, reliable brightness for tents, and super portable collapsible design, though some complain about faster battery drain with non-alkaline batteries.
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.
