Bought the armytek C2 pro max warm from onbuy for £79 Inc delivery. As a maintenance engineer and occasional walker, I am more than happy with the modes and output level. The armytek does disperse the light and does put more of the periphery into view, which does feel comfortable on the eyes. The turbo mode is crazy bright and will ignite materials close to the lens.(could come in handy lol) The additional advanced modes accessible with a combination of screw cap turns and button presses give you a very powerfull headsplitting strobe mode, other light modes, and a battery indicator flash(every 4 seconds)on the switch, handy if you drop your torch in a dark environment. The Firefly mode 1 would be more than sufficient for in tent illumination or working in dark enclosures and will last for 2 months !. The magnetic base is very strong, and the magnetic base charger is solid. Armytek isn't a light for running, in my opinion, as it is quite heavy and would likely move around on the headband.
Kinda want to just get the nichia 18650 version but that long runtime on the max warm would be nice and just more output, but hard when you can't see em in person
Thank you, Jon, for your highly informative and fair reviews. I much appreciated this comparison video in particular since it made me aware of Armytek and made me buy the Wizard C2 Pro Max as an occasional front light for the bike, casual outdoor usage, as well as all-purpose, built-like-a-tank flashlight to have around. I have two Olights as well, which I like, but have recently taken a more critical stance with regards to their strategy on proprietary batteries and loading cables as well as, to a lesser degree, their overly heavy focus on marketing. With regards to the two lights, I prefer the Armytec since it will accept any other 21700 battery with at least up to 15 A current which are available as USB-C-rechargeable variants. This will let me use the convenient magnetic cable at home but I won’t ever have to rely on it or remember packing it. The impressive robustness is a bonus which appeals to me as well even though I do not plan to abuse it. I get where you are coming from with regards to the complications of the Armytec’s UI and how Olight offers a simpler solution which will appeal to most users more. That being said, I don’t think the Armytec design is a failure either. More complicated than it needed to be? Quite likely-but I would say not too complicated to use it effectively and have a good experience with it. But maybe that’s my Germanness speaking ;).
All makes perfect sense Wenzel, thanks for sharing on the channel. I have a lot of flashlights and prefer a very intuitive UI but if you are prepared to remember and learn how the use the features the complexity can be an advantage 👍
I have the Armytek here, it is a multifunction BEAST - long run times on High, never overheats, RED light is a huge selling point, and all the different modes. The only con I have with it is, it is HEAVY.
As i mentioned before, over a year of fire fly reading my books with armytek without a charge is satisfying and appreciated, as for my olight i used it for hiking and biking at nights, but i carry a few spare 18650 batteries to have assurance, and brightness like both of them appreciate all of it....
Lumens is a measure of overall light. It’s candella that measures light intensity. Hence 2 different lights might share similar lumens but the spot beam will have higher candella. So lumens is only part of the equation. Thanks for the review.
I am a maintenance tech that does A LOT of plumbing and need an extremely rugged, waterproof headlight, you sold me on the armytek with just the drop and waterproof specs
Great review. I bought the Olight Perun 2 as it had all the features I needed, but also bought an additional 5000mAh battery to increase the time, which matches the Armytek, keeping the 4000mAh as a spare even though it was ample for my needs.
From a usability point of view, I can see right away that the Armytek can be used with a single hand while head mounted, but the Olight needs both hands. Pressing that button will just slide the torch sideways on your head, whereas with the Armytek you can just pinch it between your fingers.
Armytek has more options that are not mentioned in the manual, just the way u switch it into advanced mode by turning that cap once u can do other modes as well. For example u can turn that bottom twice or three times. When u turn it twice holding on/off switch it will move into tactical mode and when u turn it three times u activate led that is under on/off switch and it will blink so if u drop the flashlight at night it will be blinking so u can find it in the darkness. It also has option that u can turn light on three different time periods after which the light will turn off. I watched it on some other Polish channel it is weird that it is not mentioned in manual. U can also remove magnet if u don't want it in there but i am not sure if charging by the usb magnetic charger will be avaible after that(u will have to charge battery alone). I think this option is also nice if u would put your flashlight with other metal items in your pocket or backpack where u can have compass for example and u dont want magnetic influence.
Great comparison. After watching, I chose Armytek. I was looking for a small powerful flashlight to put on the uniform of a policeman. I was looking for a wide angle and soft light. I also use it for cycling. It is also useful in the garage when repairing the car. I choose warm light.
Armytek's warm light is beautiful. I have bought many copies over the years, all of them have a wonderful color_tint. I think the Armyetek buys selected LEDs because I have never seen a specimen with a bad or different tint.
i like the armytek beam pattern alot, not only its rare among flashlights, they really know and understand what a user needs when it comes to light in the dark......i saw another light review demostrating the armytek wizard c2 pro......in a environment more complex like a forest or jungle or a cave where there are many trees and shadows and crannies and crooks, what u want is a large angle and the entire area right in front of u and the sides to be bathed in light and illuminated as much as possible so u can see ur entire surroundings and where ur going, a spot light is much more smaller and concentrated and longer throw but whats the point?its not really like u need to see that far ahead....unless ur driving or something.
The lens on armytek "doesn't" restrict the light output. It simply disperses a much powerful light onto a wider area which makes it comparable with a more focused beam from a weaker light. Thank you for the review... I wanted a flood light to complement a focused bicycle light
Another great review. The Armytek complications do not bother me, as I can use it just as I would use the OLight but for longer. If I did feel the need for a particular complication or two those I would take time to learn. Armytek on my Christmas list.
Great to see that it has not put you off the Armytek - it is a great item - especially for those who are prepared to learn all the features and modes and LED indications etc. which will become familiar with regular use. The beam pattern was the most compelling issue for me however for some users, a flat even spread of light may be preferred.
@@JonGadget Yes I thought about the pattern but I don't make a lot of use of a beam that reaches a distance, more looking around my vicinity and I find an even light lets me pick things out easier. If I need a beam reach there are other tactical torches I might consider.
@@Philhellene1 Yes, you're right - they have some big discounts when they go into sale - I don't reference this in the videos because I am keen to be as impartial as possible without promoting specific brands in the content.
Purchased ArmyTek C2 Pro, approx. >3mos. Combined w/Noxgear Tracer 2 for when going out night bike riding, BOTH exceed "See & Be Seen" requirement....And More!
Excellent review. Concise and complete without wasting viewer's time with superfluous comments. Helpful that you present a feature and its benefit, such as having 2 springs, or low battery vibration indicator. So I just subscribed!
Outstanding review I could not improve on it at all. I happen to have a couple of Perun 2 flashlights. My channel is Abandoned Mine Hunters, and I rely on my olight to be able to see inside mines and to be reliable. And you are 100% correct having the light vibrate when it gets down to its last bit on the battery level is golden, especially when you are currently repelling down on a rope the last thing you need is total darkness all of a sudden!
Very well presented and very little bias. When you give the comparisons of lumens and hours or any other a chart would be very helpful in fact I think at the end a chart comparing everything would be immensely helpful.
I love my Sofirn SP40 headlamp it's only 1200 lumens, but it can hold that forever with no step-down. £20 or less on Banggood or a bit more on Amazon. Really nice bit of kit for the money - I've used it every day for over a year and it's never let me down. If it was USBC it would be perfect, but its micro.
@@thomasowens5824 chinese mega-retailer, they are OK, but always pay a bit extra for faster delivery if you can, otherwise it can take ages for delivery!
Jonathan you're freaking awesome we love you here in the USA you are totally awesome man very knowledgeable smart you give one of the best descriptions on these flashlights I can decide which flashlight that I really want thank you so much for your greatness sir Jonathan my countrymen 👍
Having used a head light for many years working under vehicles and doing repairs a light more centrally located to the head with an adjustable beam pattern is important . There are other lights which offer an end magnet with a swivel head allowing you to remove and place it in a tight spots . A fixed head lamp could not place the light beam where It is most needed in those conditions . Of course your are showing these for something a little different . The three things for me is comfort with the head band , weight , and a beam that gives the type of light that is not fatiguing . Spare batteries are a must . LEDs have spoiled us all but I have yet to find a head flashlight that can do it all . The Coast XPH30R for the price and flexibility is close .
Wow,at first, i was considering to buy Nitecore hc35, then i found this olight perun 2, which i think offers better quality. Now i found your video, and learned that there is a better flashlight among them(armytek). Which i now considering to buy, not until i found that the turbo can last for a short time. Well same for the perun. Though what i like is that it can last for days and has a high drop test as well as 10mtrs water immersion. Bdw, I've been using hyper tough products for my work for a long time. Its just that they are not oil resistant especially the rubber part. That's why I'm considering replacement. Thanks for the solid review. Very very helpful mate.
i find the olight design on the knurling is much better , it gives you better grip , and more importantly helps cool off the body of the light and battery, also, its looking alot more interesting and artistic , appeals to the eye is very important for day to day use, in winter Canada where it snows alot or other parts of the world where you need to wear glove , or riding a dirt bike, olight button is bigger and easy to access and press also
i have both headlamps but i much prefer the armytek. The build and quality compare to olight is far beyond. The beam pattern is nice plus the warm tint of the light is better compare to olight. The advantage of warm light is an advantage when using through fog. With cool white its just a curtain of light it does not penetrate. All in all everything is personal. It depends on the user what is most important.
I use the regular Armytek Wizard Pro with white light and the 18650 battery. I use it at least 5 days a week working and the low setting is more than enough for plumbing either under house or in attics. I only charge my battery once a week and it's not even dead when I charge it. I don't see the need for the new headlamp with the 21700 battery. Both lights the Armytek and O Light are very nice but of the two the Armytek has the superior headband. The O Light headband is just like the earlier versions of the Armytek.
If you just want a standard flashlight mode, press, hold, double press, turn around, shake, press 3 times, hold, press again, wait 45 seconds, press and hold again and double press. In case of an emergency, just click exactly 73 times and hold for 3 minutes.
I use my perun 2 as a primary source of lighting for my un-powered warehouse-man-cave I reside in. It goes a couple of weeks between recharges. I love that purple/blue little light. My only gripe is the proximity sensor that supposedly dims the brightness when you're too close to something. Excess computerisation for bugger all improvement in function.. For a 10metre drop & 10 metre dunk rating, I'd get an armytech to stick on my helmet for nighttime kayaking
I know on the Olight "Freyr" to disable the proximity sensor, while the light is on.. you do 15 fast clicks & it's disabled. Maybe try this for the Perun 2 ? I don't own a Perun 2 to test it. I would try 15 fast clicks and then try 20 fast clicks while the light is on, if 15 didn't work. I'm sure if the "Freyr" proxy sensor can be disabled.. so can the Perun 2. Hopefully it works! That proximity sensor is so annoying.
@@JonGadget Did disabling the proximity sensor on the Perun 2 work for you ? I know the proximity sensors are a common gripe on the "Freyr" .. hopefully Olight added this feature to the "Perun 2"
Great review. Christmas presents for the family. Everyone gets one this year. Perfect. We will use the firefly mode 90% of the time for night time hiking and walking around. Eliminate the need to carry both headlamp and handheld flashlight. Leave it hooked on backpack and good go go. The flashing light would drive my wife out of her mind so that one is out.
@@JonGadget they are in sale at amazon using your link. Got 3 of them. Keep the good info coming. Got a couple of the key rings from your other video. And got a used compact victorianox (sp is over rated). Already had the garmin instinct and got one for the wife. The one that tracks the tides for those of us that live on the gulf coast. You are doing good stuff!
Thanks for feedback. Yes, it's a useful spot I will use for all light comparisons going forward I think so viewers can look back at other flashlight reviews for comparison if they wish.
I don't think the Armytek is overly complicated - I think the reviewer is over-egging it unnecessarily. You don't need to remember all the details of flashes per second - just amber = 25% and red = 10%. And similarly the charging lights aren't very complicated.
The user interface with a change in modes which requires the base to unscrew is not something I would intuitively do or remember unless perhaps using daily - that's what I mean apart from the things you mention
Great review... you kept the subject matter moving without being a fire hose. I felt like I was being briefed by a Kingsman. I really wanted to like the Armytec, because no proprietary batteries, and the 18650 tube, plus durability. Their complexity and focus of beam killed it for me. Love the robots and interesting stuff on the shelfs. Thx.
@@brertt8350 I have three Zebralights, but that doesn't stop me from buying more lights lol. In fact I just ordered and Armytek Wizard C2 WR headlamp as I like the red beam option built into that light. I haven't bought into the 21700 headlamps yet as I feel the 18650s are big enough as it is.
For headlamps, these 2 flashlights are surprisingly large. The newer Perun 2 mini is actually more suitable for head "carry" and has a red light mode. I love the sturdy construction of the Perun 2 that I have (in blue) and I think clipped on a pack it would be fantastic. 5 Lumens moonlight mode however is a bit much for my taste as I would have preferred 1 or even 2 lumens like the Perun 2 mini. Great review, and I will certainly give a second look at Armytek from now on.
Totally agree. I have the perun 2 mini and it's great. The best light for the size. But for the 18650 or 21700 size I much prefer armytek, the normal perun doesn't offer anything special imo
I’ve owned an Armytek Wizard Pro (earlier 18650 model) for about four and a half years. I use this light 2-3 three times everyday. The switch feels the same as the day I purchased it. Mostly, I am impressed with the overall durability of the Armytek. I am a bit clumsy in the hands. I have dropped the Armytek hundreds of times on wood flooring, vinyl tile, and ceramic tile, yet the light has never malfunctioned. Undoubtedly the best flashlight I have ever owned. The OLight’s safety switch is very interesting.
I use a Nitecore hc33, it is a fantastic small and tactical "L headlight" . Recently I compared the hc 33 with a olight perun 2 and I prefer hc 33 because olight perun 2 is to big and the intensity is imperceptible.. Hc 33 has mixted light with a medium spot and the olight has a flood light.
Awsome video 📹 . I agree with the beam light it's much more useful I have a headlamp that just floods light and it's not very useful because I can't point at objects as a building inspector. 😕
Very fair comparison until the end. Here you highlight the complexity of the Armytek and prefer the Olight for simplicity but totally ignore that the Armytek also have a simple mode.
interesting review. i prefer zebralight to these two because it doesnt use proprietary batteries, more modes and cri warm tints. the olight proximity sensor is not good idea. the armytek switch boot is exposed too much and will wear down. Personally i dont like magnetic or magnets in my lights as they interefere with compasses and navigation equipment. Thanks for the video my friend. high quality sound.
Thanks for the great feedback which is much appreciated. You make some very valid observations. I am not tested Zebralight but I know they are highly regarded. Thanks for sharing 🙏
Hi Jon, great review once again. I was wondering if it might not be too presumptuous, to ask if you could do a review on power banks. I'm looking to get one and would appreciate any light you could shine on the subject. Great channel always look forward to and enjoy your vid's.
great idea Andy - I am starting to gather some different models now and will post a review as soon as I have a good selection - thanks for the suggestion 👍😊
You did forget to mention that the base of the Olight is magnetic, One can stick it to a ferrious metal surface if your working where you need a hands free light light to work. (sans the head band!) I'm not sure if the Armytek has this feature or not!
It seems to me the Armytek would be a better work light for crawling around in my attic or snowblowing the driveway, whereas the Olight would throw a hot spot in front of me, washing out what I'm working on. For trail walking, I may choose Olight. The proprietary chargers on both are a major turnoff.
Great comparison, BUT, some constructive criticism…The host needs to knock the time down to 15 minutes at most; Because many people’s attention span isn’t 36 minutes for a review of any kind.
I see what you mean about the armytec being a bit complicated, but if as it's name implies, aiming at military personnel or security staff, they'd be using it pretty much daily or weekly at least so they're likely to become quite used to the operations of it. Good review 👍.
The problem with your reviews is it makes a person want to go buy the light!s! Great review very in depth, I was sold on the army tech even with the complexity. However when you showed the beam light I was I,pressed with the Olight. I am the same as yourself I prefer the narrow longer beam. I agree that the army tech did not seem as bright. You may laugh at this comment but here in Canada Costco sold three headlamps for 25 Canadian and work surprisingly well in terms of brightness. Now the interesting thing you have the narrow long beam which we both prefer. But it also had an additional 180 setting on the side of the light. Pretty awesome for the price. If I find the video I will post a link. All the best from Vancouver Island Canada 🇨🇦
@@JimmyWayne7 sorry I made a typo the headlamp has a button that allow to switch from straight ahead beam to a wide angle 180 degree beam hope that helps
Great review Jonathan. For my money the Olight would be my choice not only because I own some Olight products and am very satisfied with them but the Armytek way is overkill in its complexity in my opinion.
I would buy the armytek because of the headband. I use a headlamp for work and the optic and warm white tint work better for close up. Those rubber ring headbands are a pain in the ass. In Canada the Armytek is hard to get and way more expensive than the olight. The armytek has an 18650 version which is a bit lighter with sufficient runtimes. I have never owned an armytek but would love to try it. I have owned plenty of olights and they are always solid lights. If you don’t like your armytek feel free to send it my way. Lol
Perun has + and - terminals on the same side. The Olight battery is compatible with this, but the common 21700 is not. Can only Olight batteries be used for Perun?
Excellent review, I think a part of product review with would be a great idea to also include the warranty process. I say that because I have owned an Armytek Wizard Pro and was very please with it until a year and a half in when the product failed to remain lit. I opened a warranty claim in the middle of August 2021. As of January 15, 2022 I have still not received a replacement torch - no way acceptable, and I am out money since I had to pay to ship my broken torch to China. I live in Canada. If I had known how horrible the service is I would have stayed far far away from Armytek.
Thanks for the feedback - I would love to test these aspects of a product but practically it would be difficult with weekly video releases - good to get the feedback in the comments though - I always learn and I am sure others read this and learn too - I believe Armytek Co. might be registered in Canada!
@@JonGadget Thanks for the response. Yes testing warranty aspects would be difficult for a weekly video - totally understandable. Armytek claim to be a Canadian but I assume that's on paper with no staff in the country. I asked to send within Canada and was told no goes to China.
@@JonGadget What really gets my goat is I began this process in August. At which time I mentioned I use this light exclusively in the fall for hunting/camping trips. Well that season is long past now :(. On top of that they sent the package with a tracking number beginning with "R". Canada post informs me that's the cheapest rate possible and no tracking happening just from country of origin. Just today these guys insist I reach out to Canada Post about it full well knowing I can't do a thing as the receiver.
I've never head the term "headlamp" referred to anything but a car headlight and so thought that's what you were going to be evaluating, something I really need. But I stayed with the video, fount it interesting and learned something new, so thanks :)
Wizard C2 meeting : project leader : I want to create the best headlamp. What do you have ? Team : We made a brainstorm, we have 200 ideas but no real game changer. Project Leader : put everything in the lamp Team : what ? Project Leader : I SAID EVERYTHIIIING !!!!
I have both lights, I prefer the Olight, just because it says it has 4 or 5000 mah doesn’t mean it has that amount of storage, I’ve got several 18650’s with bogus capacity claims, conducting a capacity test should be done to check
Thanks for the video. For the Olight, do you think it would work well on the front of the shoulder straps of a backpack with a Molle system? i.e. front facing light as you walk but attached to backpack straps not your head.
for working needs i like about 8 hours duration at 100-200 lumens and a wide flat light. i do a lot of close work. magnetic rechargeable cord like these two have is a must.
I'm pretty sure those 'fins' you talked about on the OLights are heat sinks to mitigate the heat some of these modern high-powered headlamps can generate.. My old Petzel never got hot but my old pets will never win above 400 lumens 🤷🏾♂️ (nor anywhere close probably) Thanks for the review. Cheers
Ok boys here is the low down armytek is for working people say you work on power lines or in sewers or in tough environments armytek is for you olights are ok the customer service will not contact you back most of the lights on even made by alright armytek customer service will get back to you they will replace products this is experience olight will not even email you back.i have 4 olight torches and 2 armytek with one more armytek on the way. Armytek or more versatile in the power department been able to use other 18 650 s 2177 and crt124 batteries olight their own batteries only. Armytek are just a better product well I think so.much love to the chanel
Thursday I have the Perun Mini 2 Headlamp Lime Green being delivered well that's the estimated time any how I've not seen a video on that yet as informative as this on these two torches I'm sure there will be they were only released on the 12.12 and it wasn't dispatched until today from Olight in Ireland that's got a few twiddly things with it a red light for night walking plus a red SOS IPX8 Waterproof so should be great I couldn't afford the full Perun it was like 47 pounds more at 89. I had the Biolite 750 I think it was from 2015 it died on me about 2 weeks ago it stopped holding a charge as the Battery on those is all built in £99 to replace it I got a whole series of Biolite kit in 2015 £200 all in a stove kettle grill Headlamp and Solar light as well everything else is still going strong but living in Wales it is pitch black by 3pm nowadays in winter and I'm a dog walker owner so I like to see were we're both walking.
Well done! Typical German engineering that offers many different options at the cost of complexity. I will agree that in most actual uses simple wins the race. Both have their strength’s and your review does a great job of comparing them. Thanks for the video!!
i needed armytek service twice.. once for a light that stoped working within 4 months ,,, and once to buy a tail cap.... they told me to go F.... my self..... TWICE... (politely though) never again...
For trekking, walking on the night, working is better the warm light. White light is better if you need a great view around you. And you have a better ilumination with less power. I prefer warm light for the eyes and for walking um the night is a more beautiful light.
It's a bit apples to oranges on run time w different battery capacities, the Olight can run ok on a 5000mAh battery, I usually add an orbtronic 21700 full capacity battery to my Olight Perun 2s, but i get it out of the box and what they come with.
Your favoritism is pouring out all over the table your sitting at my friend. Perun2 will only use an olight brand battery, it gets way to hot on your head even in med, you need a multimeter if there's a charging issue, and finally I'll quit with there is a big difference between 4000mha and 5000mha.
I'd pick the olight over armytek anyday... love the fact it's simple and easy to use.. and beam distance and Hotspot is way better... Olight for the win...
@@JonGadget I have this flashlights since many years. I do Not Switch my EDC flashlights, so the handling is automated for me. I like the possibility of three moonlight variants. And I prefer the handling as a headlamp over the handling with the knob on the Top of the perun. I can charge the battery in two ways and can use Standard 18650.
Very good review. Was fairly judged for both brands. Do you really feel the vibration if the Olight is over woolen cap on my head? Just asking if you'd tried it. Thank again! :)
I think it would work fine Karan. The vibration is short but intense and hard to ignore it also repeats every 30s so I am sure will be noticed. If the light is switch to firefly mode the vibration stops as flashlight will still run for a long time in firefly mode at 10% battery. At any other light level it's best to start taking action. Hope that helps.
@@JonGadget Yes. And wow! You're very good with the specifics. But I guess, even with that kind of skill of yours, the Armytek Wizard UI was still a handful to digest. Anyway, have a great week ahead.
I would like an Armytek but their postage to the UK from China is prohibitively expensive $25/$35. In contrast Olight have a UK store and sell on Ebay in the UK. Try ordering anything with a battery included and it won't fly over either. Armytek would be my preferred option without these issues taken into account.
Armytek is way way way better. It’s built like a tank. It’s not complicated at all. Think of everyday use. Click it on the setting you use most and leave it there. I keep mine in medium and switch to turbo if I need more light for a few seconds. I use it as a work light in crawlspaces or wherever. If it’s hot outside I throw it in my cooler make it nice and cold and get the sweat off. I’ve had 3 of them over the years. I prefer the neutral white. I have abused them and they never die. They do have more blinking light but I never even look at them for the most part. When I see it’s red I throw it on the charger. It’s nice that it’s there so when it’s just setting there in my truck I know it’s almost dead because I can see it flashing. Also dirt gets built up on the magnet so having the charger flash and let you know the connector is working is nice. I always look at that.
@@bhatcher69 I recently sent one and an very kind technician call me .. he promised to do his best .. after 2 weeks I received an new one . It took a month from when I sent it but was replaced .
@@K.M925 Wow, it took longer for my light to get from Canada to China for them to even look at it! Where are you located, and you had to send to China?
@@K.M925 I'm in Canada. I'd assume Olight has a branch closer to me serving the North American market. I mean Armytek boasts it's a Canadian company yet my initial purchase was shipped from China. Sending back that purchase work for warranty less that 2 years later I had to mail to China. That's my gripe. They need more service points.
Bought the armytek C2 pro max warm from onbuy for £79 Inc delivery. As a maintenance engineer and occasional walker, I am more than happy with the modes and output level. The armytek does disperse the light and does put more of the periphery into view, which does feel comfortable on the eyes. The turbo mode is crazy bright and will ignite materials close to the lens.(could come in handy lol) The additional advanced modes accessible with a combination of screw cap turns and button presses give you a very powerfull headsplitting strobe mode, other light modes, and a battery indicator flash(every 4 seconds)on the switch, handy if you drop your torch in a dark environment. The Firefly mode 1 would be more than sufficient for in tent illumination or working in dark enclosures and will last for 2 months !. The magnetic base is very strong, and the magnetic base charger is solid. Armytek isn't a light for running, in my opinion, as it is quite heavy and would likely move around on the headband.
Kinda want to just get the nichia 18650 version but that long runtime on the max warm would be nice and just more output, but hard when you can't see em in person
Thank you, Jon, for your highly informative and fair reviews. I much appreciated this comparison video in particular since it made me aware of Armytek and made me buy the Wizard C2 Pro Max as an occasional front light for the bike, casual outdoor usage, as well as all-purpose, built-like-a-tank flashlight to have around. I have two Olights as well, which I like, but have recently taken a more critical stance with regards to their strategy on proprietary batteries and loading cables as well as, to a lesser degree, their overly heavy focus on marketing.
With regards to the two lights, I prefer the Armytec since it will accept any other 21700 battery with at least up to 15 A current which are available as USB-C-rechargeable variants. This will let me use the convenient magnetic cable at home but I won’t ever have to rely on it or remember packing it. The impressive robustness is a bonus which appeals to me as well even though I do not plan to abuse it.
I get where you are coming from with regards to the complications of the Armytec’s UI and how Olight offers a simpler solution which will appeal to most users more. That being said, I don’t think the Armytec design is a failure either. More complicated than it needed to be? Quite likely-but I would say not too complicated to use it effectively and have a good experience with it. But maybe that’s my Germanness speaking ;).
All makes perfect sense Wenzel, thanks for sharing on the channel. I have a lot of flashlights and prefer a very intuitive UI but if you are prepared to remember and learn how the use the features the complexity can be an advantage 👍
I have the Armytek here, it is a multifunction BEAST - long run times on High, never overheats, RED light is a huge selling point, and all the different modes. The only con I have with it is, it is HEAVY.
As i mentioned before, over a year of fire fly reading my books with armytek without a charge is satisfying and appreciated, as for my olight i used it for hiking and biking at nights, but i carry a few spare 18650 batteries to have assurance, and brightness like both of them appreciate all of it....
Thanks for the feedback 👍
Lumens is a measure of overall light. It’s candella that measures light intensity. Hence 2 different lights might share similar lumens but the spot beam will have higher candella. So lumens is only part of the equation. Thanks for the review.
I am a maintenance tech that does A LOT of plumbing and need an extremely rugged, waterproof headlight, you sold me on the armytek with just the drop and waterproof specs
What a thorough review! Thank you for including so much detail. If only all TH-cam reviews were this good!
I really enjoy your reviews! Olights are my favorite brand. Rovivon is a brand I also use, thanks to you!
Great review. I bought the Olight Perun 2 as it had all the features I needed, but also bought an additional 5000mAh battery to increase the time, which matches the Armytek, keeping the 4000mAh as a spare even though it was ample for my needs.
great idea Jeff 👍
I also done the same with the 5000mAh battery. plus I bought the Oport now I can use a USB C cable when I need to.
@@mrhairypalm5006 thanks for sharing - I'm going to check out the Oport 👍
@@JonGadget thanks 👍🏻
I have been considering a 5k cell in the Perun. Does the internal charging still work, and have you noticed longer runtimes? Thanks!
From a usability point of view, I can see right away that the Armytek can be used with a single hand while head mounted, but the Olight needs both hands. Pressing that button will just slide the torch sideways on your head, whereas with the Armytek you can just pinch it between your fingers.
Armytek has more options that are not mentioned in the manual, just the way u switch it into advanced mode by turning that cap once u can do other modes as well. For example u can turn that bottom twice or three times. When u turn it twice holding on/off switch it will move into tactical mode and when u turn it three times u activate led that is under on/off switch and it will blink so if u drop the flashlight at night it will be blinking so u can find it in the darkness. It also has option that u can turn light on three different time periods after which the light will turn off. I watched it on some other Polish channel it is weird that it is not mentioned in manual. U can also remove magnet if u don't want it in there but i am not sure if charging by the usb magnetic charger will be avaible after that(u will have to charge battery alone). I think this option is also nice if u would put your flashlight with other metal items in your pocket or backpack where u can have compass for example and u dont want magnetic influence.
He doesn’t care. Some people like a complex item. They like the options and flexibility….
He is obviously kissing olight ass. Olight gives away alot of shit to these guys, so he's gonna give a better review.
Fantastic review and the most thorough for any product I’ve ever seen.
Thank you so much for the taking the time to do your reviews this way.
Great comparison. After watching, I chose Armytek. I was looking for a small powerful flashlight to put on the uniform of a policeman. I was looking for a wide angle and soft light. I also use it for cycling. It is also useful in the garage when repairing the car. I choose warm light.
good to know it helped 👍
Armytek's warm light is beautiful.
I have bought many copies over the years, all of them have a wonderful color_tint.
I think the Armyetek buys selected LEDs because I have never seen a specimen with a bad or different tint.
@@stefanozebralight518 do you own the armytek wizard c2 pro nichia and the c2 pro max? Trying to decide
Your studio and product lighting is *miles* better than any other channel I watch, Sir! Very good review, I have subbed.
that is kind of you to say 🙏 - and thanks you for subscribing 😊
Since they're priced very similarly I'd definitely pick the Armytek. It's built to a much higher standard, is more rugged and has a better guarantee.
I love that black and orange jumper!
thanks - Paul Smith should get the credit for that one 😁
i like the armytek beam pattern alot, not only its rare among flashlights, they really know and understand what a user needs when it comes to light in the dark......i saw another light review demostrating the armytek wizard c2 pro......in a environment more complex like a forest or jungle or a cave where there are many trees and shadows and crannies and crooks, what u want is a large angle and the entire area right in front of u and the sides to be bathed in light and illuminated as much as possible so u can see ur entire surroundings and where ur going, a spot light is much more smaller and concentrated and longer throw but whats the point?its not really like u need to see that far ahead....unless ur driving or something.
if you want the top level light look at Lupine and now Moonlight Mountain Gear. I like my perun 2 a lot. great video
The lens on armytek "doesn't" restrict the light output. It simply disperses a much powerful light onto a wider area which makes it comparable with a more focused beam from a weaker light. Thank you for the review... I wanted a flood light to complement a focused bicycle light
Another great review. The Armytek complications do not bother me, as I can use it just as I would use the OLight but for longer. If I did feel the need for a particular complication or two those I would take time to learn. Armytek on my Christmas list.
Great to see that it has not put you off the Armytek - it is a great item - especially for those who are prepared to learn all the features and modes and LED indications etc. which will become familiar with regular use. The beam pattern was the most compelling issue for me however for some users, a flat even spread of light may be preferred.
@@JonGadget Yes I thought about the pattern but I don't make a lot of use of a beam that reaches a distance, more looking around my vicinity and I find an even light lets me pick things out easier. If I need a beam reach there are other tactical torches I might consider.
@@Philhellene1 great feedback, thanks for sharing
@@JonGadget I see OLight have a 2 day sale that has just started - good prices!
@@Philhellene1 Yes, you're right - they have some big discounts when they go into sale - I don't reference this in the videos because I am keen to be as impartial as possible without promoting specific brands in the content.
Purchased ArmyTek C2 Pro, approx. >3mos. Combined w/Noxgear Tracer 2 for when going out night bike riding, BOTH exceed "See & Be Seen" requirement....And More!
Excellent review. Concise and complete without wasting viewer's time with superfluous comments. Helpful that you present a feature and its benefit, such as having 2 springs, or low battery vibration indicator. So I just subscribed!
Great to hear 👍 welcome to the channel
Outstanding review I could not improve on it at all. I happen to have a couple of Perun 2 flashlights. My channel is Abandoned Mine Hunters, and I rely on my olight to be able to see inside mines and to be reliable. And you are 100% correct having the light vibrate when it gets down to its last bit on the battery level is golden, especially when you are currently repelling down on a rope the last thing you need is total darkness all of a sudden!
Great feedback - thank you for the feedback - I have actually seen one of your videos!
Very well presented and very little bias. When you give the comparisons of lumens and hours or any other a chart would be very helpful in fact I think at the end a chart comparing everything would be immensely helpful.
For headlamps I much prefer a really wide flood as I usually use it for relative close up tasks. Just my 2 cents.
I love my Sofirn SP40 headlamp it's only 1200 lumens, but it can hold that forever with no step-down. £20 or less on Banggood or a bit more on Amazon. Really nice bit of kit for the money - I've used it every day for over a year and it's never let me down. If it was USBC it would be perfect, but its micro.
great feedback - thanks for sharing 👍
What is banggood?
@@thomasowens5824 chinese mega-retailer, they are OK, but always pay a bit extra for faster delivery if you can, otherwise it can take ages for delivery!
Jonathan you're freaking awesome we love you here in the USA you are totally awesome man very knowledgeable smart you give one of the best descriptions on these flashlights I can decide which flashlight that I really want thank you so much for your greatness sir Jonathan my countrymen 👍
Hi Joe, thanks so much for the kind feedback. Really appreciated 🙏
Having used a head light for many years working under vehicles and doing repairs a light more centrally located to the head with an adjustable beam pattern is important . There are other lights which offer an end magnet with a swivel head allowing you to remove and place it in a tight spots . A fixed head lamp could not place the light beam where It is most needed in those conditions .
Of course your are showing these for something a little different . The three things for me is comfort with the head band , weight , and a beam that gives the type of light that is not fatiguing . Spare batteries are a must .
LEDs have spoiled us all but I have yet to find a head flashlight that can do it all . The Coast XPH30R for the price and flexibility is close .
Wow,at first, i was considering to buy Nitecore hc35, then i found this olight perun 2, which i think offers better quality. Now i found your video, and learned that there is a better flashlight among them(armytek). Which i now considering to buy, not until i found that the turbo can last for a short time. Well same for the perun. Though what i like is that it can last for days and has a high drop test as well as 10mtrs water immersion.
Bdw, I've been using hyper tough products for my work for a long time. Its just that they are not oil resistant especially the rubber part. That's why I'm considering replacement.
Thanks for the solid review. Very very helpful mate.
i find the olight design on the knurling is much better , it gives you better grip , and more importantly helps cool off the body of the light and battery, also, its looking alot more interesting and artistic , appeals to the eye is very important for day to day use, in winter Canada where it snows alot or other parts of the world where you need to wear glove , or riding a dirt bike, olight button is bigger and easy to access and press also
great comments - thanks James 👍
Thank you Jon, an exceedingly thorough review!! And all the various aspects gives a very good indication of what one requires. Thank you for that!
You're welcome - thanks for the feedback.
i have both headlamps but i much prefer the armytek. The build and quality compare to olight is far beyond. The beam pattern is nice plus the warm tint of the light is better compare to olight. The advantage of warm light is an advantage when using through fog. With cool white its just a curtain of light it does not penetrate. All in all everything is personal. It depends on the user what is most important.
I use the regular Armytek Wizard Pro with white light and the 18650 battery. I use it at least 5 days a week working and the low setting is more than enough for plumbing either under house or in attics. I only charge my battery once a week and it's not even dead when I charge it. I don't see the need for the new headlamp with the 21700 battery. Both lights the Armytek and O Light are very nice but of the two the Armytek has the superior headband. The O Light headband is just like the earlier versions of the Armytek.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Another benefit of the magnetic charger is that it makes the water resistance more reliable because there is one opening less into the flashlight.
good point 👍
O'LIGHT for me. Best wishes from Northern Ireland.
You changed my mind! I will go with olight. Thank you a lot for the review.
you're welcome
If you just want a standard flashlight mode, press, hold, double press, turn around, shake, press 3 times, hold, press again, wait 45 seconds, press and hold again and double press. In case of an emergency, just click exactly 73 times and hold for 3 minutes.
😂
I use my perun 2 as a primary source of lighting for my un-powered warehouse-man-cave I reside in.
It goes a couple of weeks between recharges.
I love that purple/blue little light. My only gripe is the proximity sensor that supposedly dims the brightness when you're too close to something. Excess computerisation for bugger all improvement in function..
For a 10metre drop & 10 metre dunk rating, I'd get an armytech to stick on my helmet for nighttime kayaking
yes - the proximity sensor seems unnecessary but might save the day if accidentally switched on - kayaking would be a good application for the Armytek
I know on the Olight "Freyr" to disable the proximity sensor, while the light is on.. you do 15 fast clicks & it's disabled. Maybe try this for the Perun 2 ? I don't own a Perun 2 to test it. I would try 15 fast clicks and then try 20 fast clicks while the light is on, if 15 didn't work. I'm sure if the "Freyr" proxy sensor can be disabled.. so can the Perun 2. Hopefully it works! That proximity sensor is so annoying.
@@doejon9424 thanks for that!
@@JonGadget Did disabling the proximity sensor on the Perun 2 work for you ? I know the proximity sensors are a common gripe on the "Freyr" .. hopefully Olight added this feature to the "Perun 2"
Great review. Christmas presents for the family. Everyone gets one this year. Perfect. We will use the firefly mode 90% of the time for night time hiking and walking around. Eliminate the need to carry both headlamp and handheld flashlight. Leave it hooked on backpack and good go go. The flashing light would drive my wife out of her mind so that one is out.
Good stuff 👍
@@JonGadget they are in sale at amazon using your link. Got 3 of them. Keep the good info coming. Got a couple of the key rings from your other video. And got a used compact victorianox (sp is over rated). Already had the garmin instinct and got one for the wife. The one that tracks the tides for those of us that live on the gulf coast. You are doing good stuff!
@@teamhonn Wow!! you have been busy, thanks for the feedback I am pleased the reviews are helpful.
After 36 min of good review about which one is the best headlamp, the answer is clear : both are good 👍😅😁
Amazing review Jon. Thank you so much. It's a pleasure listening to you
Great review. I’m a fan of that country road/trail from the outside shots!
Thanks for feedback. Yes, it's a useful spot I will use for all light comparisons going forward I think so viewers can look back at other flashlight reviews for comparison if they wish.
I don't think the Armytek is overly complicated - I think the reviewer is over-egging it unnecessarily. You don't need to remember all the details of flashes per second - just amber = 25% and red = 10%. And similarly the charging lights aren't very complicated.
The user interface with a change in modes which requires the base to unscrew is not something I would intuitively do or remember unless perhaps using daily - that's what I mean apart from the things you mention
Just ordered the olight. Well explained as usual
Great review... you kept the subject matter moving without being a fire hose. I felt like I was being briefed by a Kingsman.
I really wanted to like the Armytec, because no proprietary batteries, and the 18650 tube, plus durability. Their complexity and focus of beam killed it for me. Love the robots and interesting stuff on the shelfs. Thx.
Thanks as always for the feedback. It was the same for me, I was hoping the Armytek would run away with it. I need to fire up the Aibo's sometime!!
get a zebralight, simple ui, potted ceramics and high quality drive, high cri with good tint cheaper than a c2 pro
@@brertt8350 I have three Zebralights, but that doesn't stop me from buying more lights lol. In fact I just ordered and Armytek Wizard C2 WR headlamp as I like the red beam option built into that light. I haven't bought into the 21700 headlamps yet as I feel the 18650s are big enough as it is.
The Olight can run on non proprietary batteries, I use orbtronic 21700s 5amp batteries in mine
For headlamps, these 2 flashlights are surprisingly large. The newer Perun 2 mini is actually more suitable for head "carry" and has a red light mode. I love the sturdy construction of the Perun 2 that I have (in blue) and I think clipped on a pack it would be fantastic. 5 Lumens moonlight mode however is a bit much for my taste as I would have preferred 1 or even 2 lumens like the Perun 2 mini. Great review, and I will certainly give a second look at Armytek from now on.
Totally agree. I have the perun 2 mini and it's great. The best light for the size.
But for the 18650 or 21700 size I much prefer armytek, the normal perun doesn't offer anything special imo
I’ve owned an Armytek Wizard Pro (earlier 18650 model) for about four and a half years. I use this light 2-3 three times everyday. The switch feels the same as the day I purchased it.
Mostly, I am impressed with the overall durability of the Armytek. I am a bit clumsy in the hands. I have dropped the Armytek hundreds of times on wood flooring, vinyl tile, and ceramic tile, yet the light has never malfunctioned.
Undoubtedly the best flashlight I have ever owned.
The OLight’s safety switch is very interesting.
great to hear your feedback on Armytek - I am impressed too with the quality
@@JonGadget Get a Fenix
@@BOOSTEDLASER I have one!
@@JonGadget Nice..best of this bunch by far.Tested 100s myself :)
@@BOOSTEDLASER good to know - I have several Fenix lights and have always impressed with them 👍
I use a Nitecore hc33, it is a fantastic small and tactical "L headlight" .
Recently I compared the hc 33 with a olight perun 2 and I prefer hc 33 because olight perun 2 is to big and the intensity is imperceptible..
Hc 33 has mixted light with a medium spot and the olight has a flood light.
Hope the switch on the Armytech is more reliable than the Perun-2!😢
Awsome video 📹 . I agree with the beam light it's much more useful I have a headlamp that just floods light and it's not very useful because I can't point at objects as a building inspector. 😕
Very fair comparison until the end. Here you highlight the complexity of the Armytek and prefer the Olight for simplicity but totally ignore that the Armytek also have a simple mode.
Very thorough comparison. Well done & thank you.
interesting review. i prefer zebralight to these two because it doesnt use proprietary batteries, more modes and cri warm tints. the olight proximity sensor is not good idea. the armytek switch boot is exposed too much and will wear down. Personally i dont like magnetic or magnets in my lights as they interefere with compasses and navigation equipment. Thanks for the video my friend. high quality sound.
Thanks for the great feedback which is much appreciated. You make some very valid observations. I am not tested Zebralight but I know they are highly regarded. Thanks for sharing 🙏
Hi Jon, great review once again. I was wondering if it might not be too presumptuous, to ask if you could do a review on power banks. I'm looking to get one and would appreciate any light you could shine on the subject. Great channel always look forward to and enjoy your vid's.
great idea Andy - I am starting to gather some different models now and will post a review as soon as I have a good selection - thanks for the suggestion 👍😊
Fantastic review, sir. Very informative. Much appreciated.
Ive been using the Nitecore HC-30 for 5 years but im thinking i might try that Armytec
You did forget to mention that the base of the Olight is magnetic,
One can stick it to a ferrious metal surface if your working where you need a hands free light light to work. (sans the head band!)
I'm not sure if the Armytek has this feature or not!
thanks for pointing this out - I did mean to cover this - yes both lights do it
It seems to me the Armytek would be a better work light for crawling around in my attic or snowblowing the driveway, whereas the Olight would throw a hot spot in front of me, washing out what I'm working on. For trail walking, I may choose Olight. The proprietary chargers on both are a major turnoff.
I agree with the use case suggestions. I would avoid propriety charges for critical use too.
Keep in mind that an external battery charger is by far the best way to approach charging these.
Great comparison, BUT, some constructive criticism…The host needs to knock the time down to 15 minutes at most; Because many people’s attention span isn’t 36 minutes for a review of any kind.
I see what you mean about the armytec being a bit complicated, but if as it's name implies, aiming at military personnel or security staff, they'd be using it pretty much daily or weekly at least so they're likely to become quite used to the operations of it. Good review 👍.
The problem with your reviews is it makes a person want to go buy the light!s! Great review very in depth, I was sold on the army tech even with the complexity. However when you showed the beam light I was I,pressed with the Olight. I am the same as yourself I prefer the narrow longer beam. I agree that the army tech did not seem as bright. You may laugh at this comment but here in Canada Costco sold three headlamps for 25 Canadian and work surprisingly well in terms of brightness. Now the interesting thing you have the narrow long beam which we both prefer. But it also had an additional 180 setting on the side of the light. Pretty awesome for the price. If I find the video I will post a link. All the best from Vancouver Island Canada 🇨🇦
Thanks for the feedback James, great to hear and greetings Vancouver Island 👍
additional 180 setting on the side of the light？on army tech u talking about?
@@JimmyWayne7 sorry James I don't understand the question
@@JonGadget sorry I meant it had 180 degrees wide angle on the side of the headlamp
@@JimmyWayne7 sorry I made a typo the headlamp has a button that allow to switch from straight ahead beam to a wide angle 180 degree beam hope that helps
Great review Jonathan. For my money the Olight would be my choice not only because I own some Olight products and am very satisfied with them but the Armytek way is overkill in its complexity in my opinion.
both really good but yes, that's was my thinking too
I would buy the armytek because of the headband. I use a headlamp for work and the optic and warm white tint work better for close up. Those rubber ring headbands are a pain in the ass. In Canada the Armytek is hard to get and way more expensive than the olight. The armytek has an 18650 version which is a bit lighter with sufficient runtimes. I have never owned an armytek but would love to try it. I have owned plenty of olights and they are always solid lights. If you don’t like your armytek feel free to send it my way. Lol
Perun has + and - terminals on the same side.
The Olight battery is compatible with this, but the common 21700 is not.
Can only Olight batteries be used for Perun?
A very good review, nicely explained .
Excellent review, I think a part of product review with would be a great idea to also include the warranty process. I say that because I have owned an Armytek Wizard Pro and was very please with it until a year and a half in when the product failed to remain lit. I opened a warranty claim in the middle of August 2021. As of January 15, 2022 I have still not received a replacement torch - no way acceptable, and I am out money since I had to pay to ship my broken torch to China. I live in Canada. If I had known how horrible the service is I would have stayed far far away from Armytek.
Thanks for the feedback - I would love to test these aspects of a product but practically it would be difficult with weekly video releases - good to get the feedback in the comments though - I always learn and I am sure others read this and learn too - I believe Armytek Co. might be registered in Canada!
@@JonGadget Thanks for the response. Yes testing warranty aspects would be difficult for a weekly video - totally understandable. Armytek claim to be a Canadian but I assume that's on paper with no staff in the country. I asked to send within Canada and was told no goes to China.
@@bhatcher69 All interesting to note - not ideal - all dealing I've had been with them is via Germany!
@@JonGadget What really gets my goat is I began this process in August. At which time I mentioned I use this light exclusively in the fall for hunting/camping trips. Well that season is long past now :(. On top of that they sent the package with a tracking number beginning with "R". Canada post informs me that's the cheapest rate possible and no tracking happening just from country of origin. Just today these guys insist I reach out to Canada Post about it full well knowing I can't do a thing as the receiver.
@@bhatcher69 all this is good for viewers to know - not great for you but might helps others choose who to go with when making a choice
I've never head the term "headlamp" referred to anything but a car headlight and so thought that's what you were going to be evaluating, something I really need. But I stayed with the video, fount it interesting and learned something new, so thanks :)
Wizard C2 meeting :
project leader : I want to create the best headlamp. What do you have ?
Team : We made a brainstorm, we have 200 ideas but no real game changer.
Project Leader : put everything in the lamp
Team : what ?
Project Leader : I SAID EVERYTHIIIING !!!!
I have both lights, I prefer the Olight, just because it says it has 4 or 5000 mah doesn’t mean it has that amount of storage, I’ve got several 18650’s with bogus capacity claims, conducting a capacity test should be done to check
Thanks for the video. For the Olight, do you think it would work well on the front of the shoulder straps of a backpack with a Molle system? i.e. front facing light as you walk but attached to backpack straps not your head.
Olight any day, the only down side about olight I had is their customer service, but that’s my experience,
thanks for the feedback 👍
Hello Jon gadget i am new subscriber from Bali Indonesia
welcome to the channel Ketut 🙏
@@JonGadget i like you Chanel
for working needs i like about 8 hours duration at 100-200 lumens and a wide flat light. i do a lot of close work. magnetic rechargeable cord like these two have is a must.
I'm pretty sure those 'fins' you talked about on the OLights are heat sinks to mitigate the heat some of these modern high-powered headlamps can generate.. My old Petzel never got hot but my old pets will never win above 400 lumens 🤷🏾♂️ (nor anywhere close probably)
Thanks for the review. Cheers
Beautiful Informative Opinionated Review. Thank You 🙏 🍻 👊 🇺🇸. Armytek for me. Options or Complexities it’s all Personal Opinions & or Preferences.
Great feedback - thank you 👍
Ok boys here is the low down armytek is for working people say you work on power lines or in sewers or in tough environments armytek is for you olights are ok the customer service will not contact you back most of the lights on even made by alright armytek customer service will get back to you they will replace products this is experience olight will not even email you back.i have 4 olight torches and 2 armytek with one more armytek on the way. Armytek or more versatile in the power department been able to use other 18 650 s 2177 and crt124 batteries olight their own batteries only.
Armytek are just a better product well I think so.much love to the chanel
Thursday I have the Perun Mini 2 Headlamp Lime Green being delivered well that's the estimated time any how I've not seen a video on that yet as informative as this on these two torches I'm sure there will be they were only released on the 12.12 and it wasn't dispatched until today from Olight in Ireland that's got a few twiddly things with it a red light for night walking plus a red SOS IPX8 Waterproof so should be great I couldn't afford the full Perun it was like 47 pounds more at 89. I had the Biolite 750 I think it was from 2015 it died on me about 2 weeks ago it stopped holding a charge as the Battery on those is all built in £99 to replace it I got a whole series of Biolite kit in 2015 £200 all in a stove kettle grill Headlamp and Solar light as well everything else is still going strong but living in Wales it is pitch black by 3pm nowadays in winter and I'm a dog walker owner so I like to see were we're both walking.
Well done! Typical German engineering that offers many different options at the cost of complexity. I will agree that in most actual uses simple wins the race. Both have their strength’s and your review does a great job of comparing them. Thanks for the video!!
Thanks for the feedback - really appreciated.
The Armytek has also a simple mode it even give you that option. So I dont understand the complain of being to complex.
Armytek Optoelectronics Inc is a canadian company!
Why am I watching this lol I already ordered the olight lol it’s cool what they both can do but I enjoy the simplicity of olight ;p
same here 👍
i needed armytek service twice..
once for a light that stoped working within 4 months ,,,
and once to buy a tail cap....
they told me to go F.... my self..... TWICE... (politely though)
never again...
How about Acebeam H30? Thanks
I am going to check out some Acebeam soon
For trekking, walking on the night, working is better the warm light.
White light is better if you need a great view around you.
And you have a better ilumination with less power.
I prefer warm light for the eyes and for walking um the night is a more beautiful light.
It's a bit apples to oranges on run time w different battery capacities, the Olight can run ok on a 5000mAh battery, I usually add an orbtronic 21700 full capacity battery to my Olight Perun 2s, but i get it out of the box and what they come with.
Your favoritism is pouring out all over the table your sitting at my friend. Perun2 will only use an olight brand battery, it gets way to hot on your head even in med, you need a multimeter if there's a charging issue, and finally I'll quit with there is a big difference between 4000mha and 5000mha.
I'd pick the olight over armytek anyday... love the fact it's simple and easy to use.. and beam distance and Hotspot is way better... Olight for the win...
and for me too 👍
That's helped - thanks.
Olight is ipx8 rated not 68 also all the lines and stuff on the olight near the head are for heat distribution not for fun design
Are chargers compatible between flashlights?
I didn't try - but I doubt they would be as they have different features - I can find out if important to you
@@JonGadgetplease if you can find it would be great
Are the batteries the same length? And would the o light work with that battery?
Very good review I would think.
thanks!
Armytek absolutely my choice!
what was it that convinced you?
@@JonGadget I have this flashlights since many years. I do Not Switch my EDC flashlights, so the handling is automated for me. I like the possibility of three moonlight variants. And I prefer the handling as a headlamp over the handling with the knob on the Top of the perun. I can charge the battery in two ways and can use Standard 18650.
@@petshopboymfg4556 thanks for the feedback - all good to know 👍
I had a klarus ha2c.. and i was really impressed with it (but I lost it). Are these 2 better than klarus ha2c?
Very good review. Was fairly judged for both brands. Do you really feel the vibration if the Olight is over woolen cap on my head? Just asking if you'd tried it. Thank again! :)
I think it would work fine Karan. The vibration is short but intense and hard to ignore it also repeats every 30s so I am sure will be noticed. If the light is switch to firefly mode the vibration stops as flashlight will still run for a long time in firefly mode at 10% battery. At any other light level it's best to start taking action. Hope that helps.
@@JonGadget Yes. And wow! You're very good with the specifics. But I guess, even with that kind of skill of yours, the Armytek Wizard UI was still a handful to digest. Anyway, have a great week ahead.
@@karanbantawa6236 less is sometimes more!
@@JonGadget LOL
I would like an Armytek but their postage to the UK from China is prohibitively expensive $25/$35. In contrast Olight have a UK store and sell on Ebay in the UK. Try ordering anything with a battery included and it won't fly over either. Armytek would be my preferred option without these issues taken into account.
Armytek is way way way better. It’s built like a tank. It’s not complicated at all. Think of everyday use. Click it on the setting you use most and leave it there. I keep mine in medium and switch to turbo if I need more light for a few seconds. I use it as a work light in crawlspaces or wherever. If it’s hot outside I throw it in my cooler make it nice and cold and get the sweat off. I’ve had 3 of them over the years. I prefer the neutral white. I have abused them and they never die. They do have more blinking light but I never even look at them for the most part. When I see it’s red I throw it on the charger. It’s nice that it’s there so when it’s just setting there in my truck I know it’s almost dead because I can see it flashing. Also dirt gets built up on the magnet so having the charger flash and let you know the connector is working is nice. I always look at that.
Olight they got an UK centre for warranty if needed and the are great speaking from experience.
I don't know about other one ...
From my own experience, and some internet searching, the other has a horrible customer service experience. I'm over 6 months waiting on a replacement.
@@bhatcher69 I recently sent one and an very kind technician call me .. he promised to do his best .. after 2 weeks I received an new one .
It took a month from when I sent it but was replaced .
@@K.M925 Wow, it took longer for my light to get from Canada to China for them to even look at it! Where are you located, and you had to send to China?
@@bhatcher69 I'm living in UK and I send it to the UK warranty center.
@@K.M925 I'm in Canada. I'd assume Olight has a branch closer to me serving the North American market. I mean Armytek boasts it's a Canadian company yet my initial purchase was shipped from China. Sending back that purchase work for warranty less that 2 years later I had to mail to China. That's my gripe. They need more service points.
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Thanks review i just buy olight perun 2 usd53 only,