Lepro 1000LM Rechargeable Lantern
Score: 85/100
BioLite Luci Original
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Lepro Lighting EVER 1000LM LED Camping Lantern is a portable, battery-powered or rechargeable lantern offering up to 1000 lumens of 360° illumination with four lighting modes and dimmable brightness. It features IPX4/IP44 water resistance, dual hanging hooks, and a removable cover for versatile use in camping, emergencies, and outdoor activities. Ideal for campers and emergency preppers who prioritize brightness and runtime over ultralight weight.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 lumensbest | 65 lumens | |
25 hoursbest | 24 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 590 grams | 125 gramsbest |
3,000 kelvinbest | 3,000 kelvinbest | |
4,400 mAhbest | 1,000 mAh | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.75 hoursbest |
1 yearsbest | — | |
198 mmbest | 108 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(4) | ||
Battery Runtime (hours) | 25 hours | 24 hours |
Power Source | Rechargeable Battery, Alkaline | Rechargeable |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 4400 mAh | 1000 mAh |
Charging Time (hours) | hours | 2.75 hours |
Build & Durability(3) | ||
Ingress Protection Rating | IP44 | IP67 |
Weight (grams) | 590 grams | 125 grams |
Warranty Length (years) | 1 years | null years |
Design & Usability(2) | ||
Mounting Options | Top Handle, Bottom Hook | Hanging |
Height (mm) | 198 mm | 108 mm |
Performance & Lighting(3) | ||
Maximum Brightness (lumens) | 1000 lumens | 65 lumens |
Color Temperature (kelvin) | 3000-6000 kelvin | 3000 kelvin |
Light Modes | Daylight, Warm, Combined, Strobe | Low/Medium/High/Flashing |
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Professional reviewers describe the Lepro Lantern as bright, durable, and versatile, highlighting its four lighting modes, IPX4 resistance, and hanging hooks. They note its real-world performance during camping trips, praising its ability to provide reliable illumination for days on lower settings.
Everyday users commonly praise the lantern's exceptional brightness for illuminating campsites and tents, with reports of lasting four or more days on low warm white settings. Recurring complaints focus on the heaviness due to D batteries and faster battery drain at high brightness levels.
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.
