Goal Zero Crush Light Chroma
Score: 65/100
AlpsWolf Camping Lantern Green
Score: 85/100Rankings
The AlpsWolf Camping Lantern Rechargeable 1000LM is a portable LED lantern featuring a 4000mAh battery that doubles as a power bank for charging devices. It offers up to 1000 lumens of brightness with multiple light modes and IPX4 waterproofing. Best suited for campers needing reliable area lighting with 360-degree illumination and emergency preppers requiring long low-mode runtime.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
60 lumens | 1,000 lumensbest | |
35 hoursbest | 12 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 91 gramsbest | 1,010 grams |
3,000 kelvinbest | — | |
500 mAh | 4,000 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 hoursbest | 4.5 hours |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
100 mm | 170 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 35 hours | 12 hours |
Power Source | USB/Solar | Rechargeable |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 500 mAh | 4000 mAh |
Charging Time (hours) | 2.5 hours | 4.5 hours |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Housing Material | ABS Plastic/Rubber | ABS |
Weight (grams) | 91 grams | 1010 grams |
Design & Usability(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Collapsible | Hook |
Height (mm) | 100 mm | 170 mm |
Handle Type | Collapsible | Hook |
Performance & Lighting(3) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 60 lumens | 1000 lumens |
Color Temperature (kelvin) | 3000 kelvin | Not specified kelvin |
Light Modes | White/Color Modes | 4 |
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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.
“Super bright and lights up a big area”
“lasts for hours on 4000mAh battery”
“can charge your phone”
Professional reviewers and editors consistently praise the AlpsWolf lantern for its practicality, highlighting the combination of 1000 lumens brightness, 4000mAh power bank capability, and IPX4 waterproofing as ideal features for camping and emergency preparedness.
Everyday users express high satisfaction with the product's brightness and versatility, frequently praising its ability to light up large areas and charge devices during outages. Common themes include appreciation for the long battery life and durability.
