Kizen Solar Lantern Yellow
Score: 65/100
BioLite Luci Original
Score: 78/100Rankings
The BioLite Luci Original is a compact, inflatable solar-powered LED lantern designed for portable outdoor lighting and emergency preparedness. It features integrated solar charging, USB-C input, and IP67 waterproofing, making it suitable for backpacking and power outages. However, its low brightness output makes it unsuitable for illuminating larger group areas.
The Kizen Outdoor Solar Lantern is a compact, collapsible LED light designed for camping and emergencies, offering versatile power options including solar, USB rechargeable, and AAA battery backup. It provides up to 65 lumens of brightness with a 10-hour runtime on high mode and includes an SOS function and phone-charging capability. Ideal for tent camping, power outages, car emergencies, and minimalist eco-focused users prioritizing solar over high-output bulk.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
65 lumensbest | 65 lumensbest | |
10 hours | 24 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 181 grams | 125 gramsbest |
— | 3,000 kelvinbest | |
— | 1,000 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 hours | 2.75 hoursbest |
85 mm | 108 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 10 hours | 24 hours |
Power Source | Solar, USB, 3x AAA | Rechargeable |
Charging Time (hours) | 4 hours | 2.75 hours |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | Water Resistant | IP67 |
Weight (grams) | 181 grams | 125 grams |
Design & Usability(1) | ||
Height (mm) | 85 mm | 108 mm |
Performance & Lighting(1) | ||
Light Modes | 3 Modes | Low/Medium/High/Flashing |
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Professional reviewers praise the Kizen Solar Lantern for its eco-friendly power options, reliable 10-hour runtime, and versatile brightness suitable for camping and emergencies. It is highlighted as a great choice for stress-free outings due to its compact design and water resistance, though some note it may not match the raw output of larger lanterns.
Everyday users highly value the portability and collapse feature for backpacking and emergency preparedness. Common praise includes reliability during hurricanes and ease of use with solar charging. Recurring complaints focus on dimness in large areas, slow solar charging in shade, and build quality issues like cheap plastic feel.
“Perfect for backpacking-fits in my pocket”
“Saved us during hurricane; charged phone too.”
“Solar keeps it going forever on campsites; 10 hours is spot-on.”
Professional reviewers praise the BioLite Luci Original Clear for its exceptional packability, durability, and reliable emergency readiness, but note that real-world brightness tests reveal output significantly lower than advertised.
Everyday users highly value the product's portability and reliability, frequently praising how small it packs while inflating to a useful size. Recurring complaints focus on the dimness of the high mode for practical tasks and slow solar charging.
