Imalent LD70 Review - EDC Hotrod!

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  • @nico-nicotine
    @nico-nicotine ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love mine! I use it as an inspection light while I’m doing industrial maintenance, it’s a little overkill but it’s always a fun little thing to use.

  • @OGBladeReviews
    @OGBladeReviews ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You've certainly nailed the ups and downs of this light which I've been carrying for the past 3 weeks. The dedicated magnetic charger easily slips out of place when charging and therefore stops charging and needs to be adjusted. The system isn't nearly as good or efficient as the Olight one on the tail cap. As you say, a very interesting enthusiast light but not one I would depend upon for EDC or travel due to the internal and low capacity battery. However I realized the limits in such a package. Still a fun light to bring out occasionally for the night time walk! So glad you reviewed this one! 👍🔦👍

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the reinforcement!

    • @OnlyDronesFPV
      @OnlyDronesFPV ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've found cutting the plastic notches on the chargers helps it from slipping off charge

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OnlyDronesFPV Good tip!

  • @FalconFXICCY
    @FalconFXICCY ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This thing gets scorching hot on turbo. Kids holding this may end up burning themselves if they're not careful. I've run it down for a full 3 minutes on turbo and it was almost impossible to touch the power switch... I found the sweet spot to be the 200 lumen mode, as that's a perfect blend of brightness and runtime, with 900 lumen mode being the highest setting I'm comfortable using while indoors. I totally agree that the 20 lumen mode is ridiculously understated. That being said, it's amazing to simply run that as the mid mode, and it's plenty bright enough to walk around the house or a campsite in.... Initially I bought it for the wow factor, as this thing is incredibly tiny for the 3000+ lumens it briefly puts out in turbo. But when locked into the 200-900 lumen modes, it actually is quite useful as a duty light.

  • @morpheusgates8664
    @morpheusgates8664 หลายเดือนก่อน

    dang this is a quality, unbiased review with accurate measuring equipment

  • @jimmyross1672
    @jimmyross1672 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love your channel brother keep on keepin on ill see you in the next video and yeah this light is amazing

  • @myfone9271
    @myfone9271 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Should have compared it to a kr1 with the same emitter and the tiny 18350 battery and tube.
    And have you heard of placing the charger on the ld70 in reverse thus killing the light?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don’t have a KR1 with anything larger than a 3535 emitter. I could have used my AceBeam E70, but that’s such a larger light, not really fair.
      As far as putting the charge on reversed, 1) I haven’t heard anything, but 2) seems like you would have to intentionally mess that up. The magnets auto align it correctly.

  • @jonfranklin9361
    @jonfranklin9361 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have this light for about a month. Good light. Super bright. I mainly use it when camping. Wish it came with a clip, so I could carry it better, or attach to my ball cap 🧢

  • @wahidmardan
    @wahidmardan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And how long the Imulent one runs continuously if it’s used all on Turbo?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not long! I never did an official runtime test, but I remember using it at 4.2v doing turbo for about 2 minutes or so, and the battery was 3.9v.

  • @Q80vaper
    @Q80vaper ปีที่แล้ว +6

    11:39 on behalf of the rest of the world thaaaank you for saying meters 😅😅😅🎉🎉

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Meters and grams only for me. Funnily enough I had someone get mad at me for using meters, and asked for yards. Which I thought was hilarious, because they’re basically the same. 10 yards is essentially 10 meters.

  • @wahidmardan
    @wahidmardan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Could the Imulent be charged with a power bank? How long it takes to charge it with a powerbank?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it could. The battery inside the ld70 is an 18350, so probably around 1000mAh, so it wouldn’t take much of a power bank at all.

  • @ks-hg5vo
    @ks-hg5vo ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I was like yesssss then said built in bat and I was like noooo

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I understand your point. I also know that adding springs, a battery compartment and a tail cap with thread would add bulk to the light. It’s definitely a design choice.

    • @2025_Is_Going_To_Be_Great
      @2025_Is_Going_To_Be_Great ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Exactly. The battery will eventually fail, then it's trash. I've had a couple keychain lights with built-in batteries. They were nice and bright, but they didn't even last a year. Never again.

    • @ks-hg5vo
      @ks-hg5vo ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@2025_Is_Going_To_Be_Great exactly it's not to bad with cheap ones I had a couple of nitecore tubes great while they worked both failed after 18 months then in the bin. Can't bring myself to pay more for a disposable item. I need something I can rely on. Maybe it's me but I feel a attachment to my EDC flashlights and feel let down if the fail/reach end of life.

  • @Slithh
    @Slithh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just bought one of these from Amazon. It won't completely shut off. One quarter of the LED still has power when it's turned off and it's as if it is on a true moonlight mode even though it doesn't have a super low moonlight mode. Very disappointed. We'll see how the replacement works or doesn't work. Great honest review. Thanks for sharing!

  • @ayokay123
    @ayokay123 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video! I'd have really wanted a true low 20lm mode because I find that extremely useful. That, and the fact that it maxes out at 3,000 lm instead of the advertised 4000 means it's a no go for me. Tis a shame because it's so reasonably priced. If Imalent ever addresses those two issues, I'm on board. Lots of great features, including good spacing for the lumens.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @bbbbBEOTCH
    @bbbbBEOTCH ปีที่แล้ว +1

    whats a good higher quality pocket utility tool style flashlight for fathers day?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love the Zebralight sc64 or sc600 (64 is smaller)

  • @PastarocketS-sb7nk
    @PastarocketS-sb7nk ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I thought that the T4K by Nitecore was the brightest pocket 🔦 ???

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Both flashlights claim 4,000 lumens, and both surely are not. I haven’t had the opportunity to test the T4K lumens.

    • @PastarocketS-sb7nk
      @PastarocketS-sb7nk ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@cheule I have a T4K, but I don't have the ability to check its lumen output. I can tell you that for 10 seconds at a time, turbo mode is absolutely 💯% insanely bright. Also, it appears to be smaller than the light you are reviewing in this video.

  • @drenzlife
    @drenzlife 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    does this good to use to mount as a bike light?

  • @ljaysperspective1775
    @ljaysperspective1775 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The price is great and so are the features but it's to bad that the specs are off. I looked it up immediately, I still like it, but as others have mentioned, if the company made a few corrections, I would definitely include this flashlight among my Olights. Enjoyed ur review and the comparison at the end, I'm inclined to still get that Imalent! thx 😉👍

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the kind words!

  • @therunawaykid6523
    @therunawaykid6523 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really nice pocket torch, love the small oled screen also not ridiculously priced

  • @tommy2facetv
    @tommy2facetv ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice review. I always wanted a Imalent flashlight, but not this one.
    I daily a lumintop fw21 pro. 10,000 lumens all flood. I've carried it everyday for 2 yrs now, still flawless, and I've beat the poo out of it. Also have fw3 and GT mini, all great lights. Later

  • @john316godlovesyou5
    @john316godlovesyou5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video and great review! Thanks!

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @borntoclimb7116
    @borntoclimb7116 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Those small flashlights are good

  • @johndoe5247
    @johndoe5247 ปีที่แล้ว

    How long will it stay on the 4000-lumen setting continuously ?

  • @lawrencewilliams6923
    @lawrencewilliams6923 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    im trying to get my first high quality EDC flashlight that i dont need to learn about batteries or lenses. would u recommend this light or the Imalent R30C (on sale for 90$)?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I do like this one, and it has pretty good runtime if you stick to 200 or 900 lm. Once you get up to 2000 or 4000 lm the light doesn’t last long. But it sure is impressive!

  • @maggi98mw
    @maggi98mw ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would like a XHP 70.3 HI variant

  • @krazYFaic
    @krazYFaic ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A few questions I hope you can enlighten me on.
    What does BBL mean? Blackbody Level?
    Does +deltauv mean reddish and -deltauv mean greenish?
    Also does the Ra on the meter mean CRI?
    I've been looking for Neutral HI CRI lights too (this one isn't but pocket monsters are awesome) and finding your channel is a blessing. Finally someone who shows the numbers on tint so it's easier to compare to other flashlights!
    Keep up the good work!
    Edit: Lol nvm I found the Tint explanation video

    • @r1w3d
      @r1w3d ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Candle power forums and budget light forums are both solid resources

    • @krazYFaic
      @krazYFaic ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@r1w3d I know. And can be overwhelming too that's why I asked here.

    • @geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz
      @geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      google says Brazilian Bum Lift whatever that is?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This video I made should help: th-cam.com/video/agIbkfuZjH4/w-d-xo.html

    • @absolutelyfookinnobody2843
      @absolutelyfookinnobody2843 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz stop acting like you don't know, your dad got a BBl

  • @4EntertainmentOnly
    @4EntertainmentOnly ปีที่แล้ว

    i got a IMALENT LD70 ... I CAN'T WAIT. great review...with side to side comparison. i also got two stream light pocketmate 325 lumen keychain. I want to know...Can you RUN a BATTERY PACK while charging and use it so there is no drop or a slower drop in the battery?

  • @tomallo99
    @tomallo99 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man, you've been teasing us since forever, in every video... When will you finally show us those shoe lights? 🤔😏

  • @patj462
    @patj462 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    woh woh woh,
    so this fancy gadget that is advertised & reviewed all around the internet for (allegedly) having a mind-blowing 4000 lumens, is (at best!) actually just scraping over 3000 lumens?
    This really MUST be a kick in the balls for all other manufacturers trying to TRUTHFULLY advertise and sell their products....
    Thank you for your professional and "enlightening" review!!!

  • @thearmcorner4535
    @thearmcorner4535 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ld70 wasnt just released?? Ive had mine for over a year.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      New to me :)

  • @herby375
    @herby375 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to know the battery times on the different mods?

  • @DroneSurf
    @DroneSurf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am looking for a drone light. What do you recommend?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Is the purpose to light up something from far away? If so then I’d recommend high candela. Also, are you expecting to have the light on from when you launch it? Meaning you need to click it on then let it stay on for the duration of the drone’s flight?
      A high output, but sustained pocket thrower sounds like what you want. Perhaps a boost driver Emisar D1 with XP-L HI? Set it to a sustainable output before launch?

  • @TmulXT
    @TmulXT ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahhh bummer was pretty excited to check this light out, love the OLED read out. Unfortunately the really high "low" mode and inflated turbo make it less appealing for sure.
    I see you're using the same Dr.Meter LX1330B digital light meter, I picked one up awhile ago but have never been able to figure out how to calibrate it to to Lux=Lumensor my tube.
    Any resources you used?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Creating the tube to be calibrated is a pain staking process that Texas_Ace did for me.

    • @TmulXT
      @TmulXT ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheule I see, thanks so much for letting me know. I've been trying to get that setup for a while so I can just fire down the tube and get the lumens without needing to run the conversion. Appreciate the reply, keep the great content coming!

  • @Reflect744
    @Reflect744 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Torque Test Channel recently reviewed a handful of lights and the LD70 was in the line up. It didn't take long for it to be basically dismissed lol.
    As always thanks for your reviews mate always a pleasure to watch otherwise.

    • @LeMatt87n
      @LeMatt87n ปีที่แล้ว

      They did say they used it the most out of all the other EDC’s due to how small it is

  • @ciskara3636
    @ciskara3636 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Turbo - how much time work

  • @0dysseus
    @0dysseus ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the button on it capacitive or just very light?

  • @Jeeper906
    @Jeeper906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wanted to love this light. After watching your review 2 things killed my enthusiasm. 1. Non-removable battery 2. Runtime on the 18350 battery. If this exact light was in a 18650 or even better a 21700 battery it would make more sense. One of my favorite lights is a 18350, the speras m4, and it has a great runtime for the size. But that runtime is because it tops out at 1300 lm.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with what you’ve sad, but obviously the move to 18650 would have ruined the form factor.

  • @voidvakarian8219
    @voidvakarian8219 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting light for sure but if going for pocket monster on a 18350, would you personally rather have something like a D4V2 with 18350 tube and equipped with W2s? Should be around 4k lumens or possibly a bit more. A DT8 with W2s can get to around 9000 lumens.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would assume that the lumens on a 4x W2 would drop faster than a single XHP70.2. But that’s just a hunch.

  • @guitfiddle
    @guitfiddle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like it, but definitely not going to end up in my collection anytime soon. Too odd and I really like to be able to swap batteries especially on small, high-drain lights. The FWAA comes to mind immediately. I have a custom FWAA with 2X 519A @4500k and 1X W1. It is super floody with the 519's but keeps a nice white hot spot with the W1. Sweet little pocket torch, but suffers from short run time and a really finicky rear cap that if not perfectly tight, will cause erratic light behavior. Thanks again for your many reviews and how-to videos. Appreciate your efforts sir.

  • @tmax8029
    @tmax8029 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeah, yeah, yeah, but is it ready for the Donkmaster?🤫😃😊

  • @SouloftheTroll
    @SouloftheTroll ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tiny but mighty says I don't need to stay on long cuz I will take you down on the first punch! Wow!

  • @slargo83
    @slargo83 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool looking little light. I would 100% buy one but any pocket light without a moonlight mode is a no go for me :-(

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally understand.

  • @Phoenix_Core
    @Phoenix_Core ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OKay, what do YOU edc though?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Okluma DC1 with a SIgma single drop in, running 519A 3500K.

  • @JonBonynge
    @JonBonynge ปีที่แล้ว

    No clip, button sounds loose, terrible magnetic cable connection, had one and sold it quite quickly for a loss.......

  • @Fsm-DK
    @Fsm-DK ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it waterproof/water resistant?

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      It is rated IPX8, 2m of water resistance

  • @MrYodaBomb
    @MrYodaBomb ปีที่แล้ว

    1st video I've seen on this channel. Good review but I really hope that is your house you are pointing it at in the end. And that you gave ppl notice b4 SWAT lighting ur street and freaking ppl out lol.

  • @Slimm2240
    @Slimm2240 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theres a mecarmy flashlight(i think the p16) thats smaller than this flashlight and outputs 1k lumens with 30min runtime, removable battery with USB charging

  • @knate44
    @knate44 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a super cute light but I don't think I can justify it. A moon light would have probably convinced me.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed

  • @BN99239
    @BN99239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I agree with you. It's an impressive light but just not useful if you actually do need to use a flashlight and not take it out once in a while to look at your yard at night lol

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      A hot rod to be sure!

  • @Jesusandbible
    @Jesusandbible ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the fact the battery cannot be replaced is the main criticism for me

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      A valid one, but it’s hard to picture a light this small with battery caps, threads, and springs.

  • @ashash4tube
    @ashash4tube ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I burnt a hole in my sheet with that flashlight

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe it.

  • @WTCHME
    @WTCHME ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s almost a regretful purchase for me, biggest problem being the battery life (runtime) and i guess the battery life (longevity)
    That being said though, it’s a cool party trick and does have some utility being used at lower 200/900 lumen outputs as it’s a nice form factor.
    The charger really bothers me, it’s hard to even get it to stay charging in a moving car, turn a corner and suddenly it’s off again.. I wish the magnets were better aligned, or that it had a USB C port.
    Definitely throws out a crapload of light though, but it’s a bit of a novelty compared to my SC31 Pro which I find myself using far more often, and is a proper EDC for me.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree completely!

  • @alienboi8397
    @alienboi8397 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine stopped charging :(

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you buy it from Imalent directly? Did you contact them?

    • @alienboi8397
      @alienboi8397 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheule nah from Amazon and I did but they didn’t do anything they just emailed me back saying amazon will help me but haven’t heard anything since

  • @universalrebel503
    @universalrebel503 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think that's more of self defense light to blind someone and give you time to run or strike first

  • @ianwalker1182
    @ianwalker1182 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought one because it is small enough for a jacket pocket, adding a removable battery would make it larger, besides by the time the battery has lost significant capacity I expect cheaper/brighter/longer autonomy/smaller to be available. The 20 lm on mine looks a lot less than half the 200 lm. I have larger on my belt for when I need to carry much more with me.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I 100% agree with you assessment.

  • @Jonoman777
    @Jonoman777 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yeah the non-replaceable battery and proprietary charger? what is this, the 1990's? no thank you.
    side note, just got a wurkkos fc-13 rated at 3500 lumens with an 18650... havent measured but wurkkos is usually spot on. and it has a usb c charging port 😉

    • @ks-hg5vo
      @ks-hg5vo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oo gonna have a look

  • @johnlotsu7275
    @johnlotsu7275 ปีที่แล้ว

    I burned right through 2 pairs of jeans when the lockout unlocked itself while in my pocket. Unfortunately although a nice flashlight I don’t really trust it as edc now.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you elaborate on how you managed to click 4 times? Was your light defective?

    • @johnlotsu7275
      @johnlotsu7275 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheule i think it was tight in my pocket and I somehow unlocked it moving around. I’m sure it was previously locked ,as I normally lock my flashlights for safety. it may not have been but I usually do, so was surprised to smell melting /burning and realising the light was burning it’s way through my jeans, which it did twice in a wk.

  • @supermengzi1718
    @supermengzi1718 ปีที่แล้ว

    Boy third time na😍 #philppinelooper

  • @WTF_BBQ
    @WTF_BBQ ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice light, but I still don't like digital switches. They drain the battery while on standby.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They do, but as I said, not fast. In my testing the battery stood at 4.20v for over 10 days (without use).

  • @nimalama7330
    @nimalama7330 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It cost 10,000+ NRP in Nepal 🥺🥺

  • @kirov777
    @kirov777 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just released? Are you serious? This flashlight has been on the market for over 3 years now.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Just a slip of the words.

  • @jimmyross1672
    @jimmyross1672 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    lol the KR4 looks like wurkkos TS10 lol

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      A larger version- can see that.

  • @eckyeckypikang
    @eckyeckypikang ปีที่แล้ว

    Bit of a one-trick pony squeezing that much out of such a small cell...
    I was not a fan of that green, tint-shifty light compared with your nicely rosy KR4!

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It wasn’t green though, dead neutral 0.000 DUV.

    • @eckyeckypikang
      @eckyeckypikang ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheule I think I must've fallen for an optical illusion next to your KR4. This is why trusting my eyecrometers is dangerous...

  • @mannyhoolin4662
    @mannyhoolin4662 ปีที่แล้ว

    If your *insert tech here* doesn't charge with USB-C, I'm not buying it. You should know better by now. I would have bought this instantly if it was USB-C, but now I'll have to wait for their next revision where they realize their mistake.

  • @BC-ev4hl
    @BC-ev4hl ปีที่แล้ว

    I REFUSE to purchase any flashlight that has a built in battery pack that's not replaceable. PERIOD.

  • @NateHeise
    @NateHeise ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No clip no buy

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s fair, although in practice I never missed a clip.

  • @mstevens113
    @mstevens113 ปีที่แล้ว

    Built in battery, no buy. Not happening.

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว

      I can understand that, but I also get what a flashlight this small would forgo the battery compartment with springs and threads for a tail cap.

  • @sideflip1343
    @sideflip1343 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So it's not really 4000 lumens? Godam. Imalent are liar comapny

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To be fair though, so few companies actually tell the truth on that.

  • @StevenSmall-j5f
    @StevenSmall-j5f 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Total rubbish, I’ve just purchased this light , beam throw more like 50 meters , not 203 as imalent state in turbo mode, turbo lasts all of about 20 seconds before it creeps down to 900 lumens , even at 2000 lumens the light creeps down to 900 after about the same time, this light is not fit for purpose over 900 lumens , the Cree led is to big for the light body , so expect to be let down outdoors when you need that extra power, imalent need to go back to the drawing board

    • @MicroSoftner
      @MicroSoftner 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@StevenSmall-j5f i only use 4000 to check my 5th wheel claw is wrapped around for a few seconds, any more seconds the thing will melt down lol

  • @quickcuts3000
    @quickcuts3000 ปีที่แล้ว

    this light has been out for like two years

    • @cheule
      @cheule  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t mean to make it sound like it was just released, I meant to say that it was just sent to me.

    • @quickcuts3000
      @quickcuts3000 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheule ok i forgive you. don't let it happen again.