Convoy L6 Flashlight Review. A Big 3000 Lumen Light for $65
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2024
- The Covoy L6 is basically the best value high lumen light under $100. It's a 4 mode light that puts out over 3000 lumens... and just over $60!! This review has beamshot comparisons between Nitecore TM16GT, The Sky Ray King, 2 Acebeam Lights, The Noctigon Meteor, and a Sunwayman. I discuss the User Interface, and wander around with the light at night. If you need the best big flashlight for under $100 for 2016, the Convoy L6 is the best flashlight. The version reviewed here is the 5000k tint.
You can get it at Gear Best: www.gearbest.co...
Recommended Protected Cells: www.mtnelectron...
Batteries used in this video (not protected): www.amazon.com...
This light is much better and brighter than a lumitact g700 or a bell and howell taclight. So don't buy those.
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Outstanding and very well put together review. Other people that want to do reviews should watch this video. Right to the point without stupid commentary or background music. Perfect.
Thank You!!!
+Dave F thanks a ton man! It took me a while to get the formula down- but I've tried to make them short, entertaining, and informative.
Price range is from $50.99 to $68.56. Here are current coupons:
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I hope it will be useful
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Wow @ $51 dollar price.. still looks active too.
Have had an L6 for a couple of years. Paid $47 shipped. Surprised it’s still so reasonable. Easily my favorite light. Beautiful design, engineering and function. Built like a tank. A really nice tank. Use only matched protected cells. Highest possible recommendation.
OMG! Amazon wants over $100 for these! Sure glad I bought mine when they were under $50. Of all the flashlights around here, this one is my absolute favorite...the one I always reach for.
Man, great review and camera work. I've bought an A6 a couple of months ago because of you're awesome review on it. I think I'll have my next new budget FL, keep up the good work!
It's a great, budget big lumen light. You'll like it a lot.
Best light reviews on TH-cam by far! You need to test one of them modded Convoy L6 from Adventure Sports Flashlight. And compare it to the stock convoy.
Thanks for the review really like the reference to the song "Convoy"! Didn't realize how throwy this light was, glad I've held off on buying it, I prefer a floody beam like the M43 has
+Justin Barnes It is a bit throwy.... The r50 and ec50 are both slightly less bright lights with a lot more flood- both are relatively compact too.
I have zero need for a light this powerful, and yet a strong desire.
No one has a NEED for this light. It's cheap and bright though!
Same here. Solution? Do it anyway!
I have already watched almost ALL OF THEM!!! Some of your videos I watch multiple times. And I I hit the like button on every one....too bad I can only hit like once.
STROBE THAT LIKE BUTTON.
Advanced Knife Bro Yeaaaaah! Check out my first flashlight review! I even detected pwm on the flashlight, but, it's a pretty badass light th-cam.com/video/CqHY_g7S6VE/w-d-xo.html
Love your reviews. I'm a regular on BLF, and also have the same neutral white L6. I agree with everything you say about it. It's one of my favorites in my large collection
+Glenn Martin That and it's a steal right now. thanks!
BTW, I use Efest unprotected cells in mine. That said, I monitor them closely.
+Glenn Martin as long as you keep an eye on it you're good. I usually just do a quick voltage check on the charger before I'm gonna use it.
I check the voltage when I'm ready to recharge them. If they're within 100 millivolts of each other, I feel safe. So far, I'm good
I liked this video 30 seconds in because those truck driving jokes were on point.
Ha ha!
Fenix..hand over fist better when compared to a lot of other lights, especially Surefire..But the light you showed with over 4k lumens and 256k candela...Dude O_o that's nuts..my Fenix TK61 is absolutely awesome at just 1k lumens, and puts out 170k peak beam intensity..it has a true effective range of more than 800 feet. the Fenix LD60 puts out 2800 lumens and 54k candela, or peak beam intensity, and it throws excellent for a flooder. Fenix is just awesome for the price of what you get. thanks for sharing the video. it was informative
Fenix makes a decent light... I have a few, although I don't have any of their bigger lights.
Have you thought about picking up the Convoy L2? I've seen a lot of hype regarding this light as a great budget thrower with people usually outfitting it with an XP-L HI emitter and 7135+FET driver providing somewhere in the neighborhood of ~200Kcd. Overall it seems like a pretty decent budget thrower worth picking up if you haven't already.
+Grant Miller I haven't yet. I have a few bigger lights that put out more than 200kcd, but nothing this size. I've thought about it, and may pull the trigger in a few months. I haven't had much time for modding lately with all the videos I've been putting out.
It is fantastic how you compare the lights to other lights. I am starting to think I should own some Convoy's.
A lot of fans of low budget high quality lights love them.
I just checked these things are around $20 if purchased directly overseas. If they are reliable that is pretty amazing how far flashlights have come since the old D sized battery handheld lights. Yes I am old and live secluded in a cave of sorts.
Very good review of L6! This get's me again in the mood to MUST BUY :)
That is a steal no doubt! The convoy L2 is nice too...
+Larry Banks I've thought about getting that one before. It's a nice light too!
I watched this one just because I knew it would make me laugh. Thanks.
It looks a bit like the Rayovac Beast, which someone gave me as a gift. It only has 2000 L, but the main reason I don't use it more is because it uses CR123's only, and the interface is awful. It's on/off to change modes, no memory, and when you turn it back on you get the mode AFTER the last one you used. I will be getting the Convoy L6, but need to space it out because I just bought the Nitecore MH20 and three other lights which are all in the mail.
Oh yeah. I like this sort of mode operation on big lights. Space it out man... plus you need to get batteries too, and that's like another $20.
Excelent video and demonstration.........
Thanks man!
Great video I have a convoy myself love it going to buy another one just in case they go up in price.
+Tracy Silas it might go up a bit... But convoys are usually pretty reasonably priced. It's a great light though.
I had one L6. Good flashlight for comping. self defense in jungle and on street. it carrying 10k mAh battery capacity that last for 3nights on medium mode.
I like that the convoy has throw and booty plus it's a stout flashlight and its bright! And can be used as a self-defense weapon all for around 40-60 dollars!
$54 right now ain't bad at all. What a steal.
Would you still recommend this light for the price and features or have better options been released since this video was published, iyo? Thanks for the video, sir. They're the shiznit.
For the price I don't think you could get a whole lot better of a light. You can buy the Meteor for $129, and the X7 for a while at about $149... but this is still a pretty good value for the money.
Advanced Knife Bro Sweet. Thanks for the reply. One other question. Are you on the list for the BLF Q8?
What tint is that XHP70? 3C? 1C? I just ordered a N4 1A, 6500K variant. I like the tint color on your model.
Do you think the new version with 4300lm and “2x keeppower” is worth the 136$ price tag? I mean i guess it also comes with both batteries
+Sovereign Knight Mine is the 3C. I got the neutral.
Ah, I finally find you again! Forgot to sub since last time (Shadowhawk scam, maybe you'll remember me mentioning Convoy back then).
Two questions:
1. If you reverse-grip this light, doesn't it feel front-heavy?
2. Would you mind reviewing the C8, the budget EDC thrower of choice?
Anyway, see ya on the next upload, bro! :D
Not too bad... The battery tube kind of balances it out. I mean it's still sort of heavy, but not as unbalanced as you'd think. I will... it'll be a bit though, as I need to finish up more stuff than I was expecting.
***** Right, right, I always forget that we're talking about 26650 here. Those little guys are pretty hefty.
I noticed you're swamped from the sheer amount of videos you've been posting. You're doing a good job, though, so jam on.
The question is can you buy quality 26650s I've tested some of mine and they only do about 1500-2000mah. I'm inclined to run something with 3 or 4 18650 lg hg2. 3000mah and can put out big power. What's the best 26650
Yes there are good 26650 batteries. I have included two good types, that work with this flashlight in the description of the video. You can always be assured that the batteries at Mountain Electronics are genuine and match close to their mah rating. The Thorfires I used for this video, I purchased off Amazon, are 5000 mah. I did a test of them with my charger today and they came out to be 5500 mah. Buying legit batteries, from reliable vendors, helps ensure you're getting good batteries. If your batteries have the word "fire" in them, then no they probably suck. With just about every light I review I link known good batteries in the description.
just received an l6 yesterday and it very impressive. I got it from convoy electronics on aliexpress for £56. The batteries could be a bear if you don't watch out.
Which driver did you use in your skyray king ? I have just ordered a new driver 32x 7135s v2 for mine from mountain electronics as I could not find any in the UK.
I have the V1 of that driver- also bought from Mtn. Electronics. It's a great driver... and probably all said- my most used light. It's the bedside light my wife uses. It's basically used for a ceiling bounce night light, used on it's moonlight mode.
Haha, that is exactly where my sky ray king is at the moment doing the exact same thing. Incredible
Nice. Nothing like a 2000 lumen light being used on it's lowest mode. I got the warmest XML2 emitters I could get at the time, so it's a nice night-lightish tint.
so you're saying this light is prolly better than the free 9 LED light i got with a coupon at Harbor Freight? did i mention it runs on 3 aaa batteries that came with it and its Shiney red Anodized aluminum?
Probably. But I can't be certain.
I would have liked to see closer to 5000 lumens out of this XHP70. I prefer the K40M over this as it is smaller and has that nice magnetic ring, but it's almost double the price.
All valid points. It is a huge light... and the K40M has a moonlight mode too. But in terms of maximum output and tint, it's so close. But yeah... it's $54 right now.
Shooting at twilight was a great idea. It underscores just how bright this light is.
I am an early riser, so it's about the only time I have to shoot these. You know plus, it's the baby's bedtime too.
Very good review.. simple.. to the point and honest review.. subs.. cheers mate!
I try to keep them informative and short. Thanks!
Finally buy it.. clear version n same tint as yours.. that's a massive light.. very nice build quality.. buttersmooth square cut threads and they give spring bypass (on stock!!).. thrower with a massive spill too..
also i found it helpfull when u test runtime, so i can predict about runtime (esp when i use efest 5200mah non protected bat.. 😁)
my l6 is on its way but I ordered orbtronic 26650 button top before I found out the cells need to be less 70mm long....any mod I can do to make it work
+k doggy I want to say their was talk of an extended tube... But that thread over on BLF is too long o sift through anymore.
Can you make a video of the Convoy L2 vs Thrunite Catapult V6 please?
I'm still struggling to get my l6 to turn on. I'm sure this is a very stupid question, but you put both batteries + side down correct? I purchased two 26650 Liitokala batteries. Like I said before, I have yet to be able to get the flashlight to turn on. Any suggestions would greatly be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Nope with few exceptions the + almost always goes toward the end. Both face the same way just like old flashlights like a Maglite. A common and easily fixable fault in a lot of lights is the internal section of the tailcap. Remove the tailcap and look inside the cap... there is a ring called a retaining ring that crews down to hold the switch in place... make sure it isn't loose. If it's loose it could cause the light to not turn on. Also make sure your batteries are charged... low battery voltage could also cause ti to not light up... a fullly charged battery is 4.2 volts. Both batteries should be charged.
I really want one of these. but i am going to be way broke for a while.
Hope it sticks around long enough for me to get one. :)
Damn its on sale too. :(
I think the worst is it may jump up $10 or $15.
Hi man great I really enjoy your videos ! Can you tell me what camera you use ?
For my knife videos I use the Panasonic G7, and for the Flashlight videos I used the Black Magic Pocket Cinema camera.
Thanks for the reply, Panasonic G7 is familiar to me, but that BMPCC is not, I will google it :)
I took the chance a few years ago when it was on sale for $500- and I've been happy with it. You do need to add color in contrast in your editing software, because it shoots in a very flat color style- but that means it's good for adding a lot of different color schemes.
Hmm I see that is good, but first time ever seen this kind of camera... Is this a DSLR camera, it's impossible that it is so little and compact ?
+Aleksandar Tripkovic it looks like a dslr but isn't. It only shoots video, but it uses the same mount As a G7. So I can use my lenses on both.
Damn, you really seem to know your shit about flashlights.
I've been doing these much longer than knife stuff. I like doing the knife stuff better, because I spend a lot of time on the flashlight stuff.
+Advanced Knife Bro ok. So educate me please. Thrunite, Olight, Klarus, Convoy, etc. who is top
Of the heap? Or is it really just a matter of finding the one who's features and price meet your needs? Frankly, if I had the money I'd just stick with Surefire. Their products have withstood the test of time for me but they are pretty pricey.
Surefire has probably the best Guarantee out there, but you pay double or triple in price for basically for that guarantee, and that it's made in USA. The performance of Surefires always lags behind their competitors. Build quality is good though. Basiaclly all you mentioned are good lights. Zebralight, Armytek, and Nitecore are also good choices. But it's what you said... what do you need in a light? Throw (Long range)? Pocketability? Max Lumens? Everyday Carry? For everyday carry... Zebralight, Armytek, or some of these Astrolux I've reviewed.
+Advanced Knife Bro I have a Zebralight headlamp. It's an older model and the run times aren't the best but it's a fantastic light. I'll need to go through your light videos and educate myself. Knives I know. Lights, not so much. Which is odd because I use a flashlight about as much as I use my knives.
+Advanced Knife Bro Do you think the new Astrolux lights will be crap because Banggood no longer works with Manker who used to make them? I'm afraid so
Dollars for lumens I don't think you'll find a better value than the Convoy L6. I was extremely impressed by the beam output in turbo and other modes. The flashlight worked flawlessly until the first time the batteries (Keeppower IMR 26650 5200mAh with only three charges on them) were removed for charging. After reinstalling the batteries the light will not turn on. I also tried the flashlight with other 26650 batteries and even 18650 batteries with no luck. What I have now after eight months is a very short and very expensive club to swing at people in the dark rather than a flashlight to see them with.
+BigAArmory did you try bridging the tail to the battery? Remove the tailcap and use a piece of wire to bridge the back of the second battery to the battery tube bare aluminum... tailcap switches become loose and you might just have to tighten it down internally in the switch to solve the problem.
Advanced Knife Bro - The secondary spacer ended up being about one full turn loose. I used the following video to diagnose th-cam.com/video/Y2_fKOcGzNc/w-d-xo.html and it was spot on. Things are looking BRIGHT for the Convoy L6 again. I enjoy the content on your channel, keep up the good work.
Tailcaps are a pretty common culprit, and are thankfully easy to diagnose and fix. Glad it worked out!
In my country the light is $115 with batteries and charger included. Would you say its worth it? Or should I find a different light
Post a link and I'll check it out. Generally the light is 60-70... 2 good batteries will be $15-$20 and a good charger about $20. That sounds close to good, as long as the batteries and chargers are good.
Advanced Knife Bro When I say my country I mean a website that ships internationally and this was the best I found. asflashlights.com/convoy-flashlights/92-convoy-l6-3800-lumen-cree-xhp70-1a-and-3c.html#/117-emitter_type-n4_1c_6500k/120-ultralux_package-no_thanks/100-include_batteries-pair_of_keeppower_5200ma_26650s/102-include_charger-nitecore_d2_digital_charger
This is a reputable dude... I have reviewed lights with his channel before. Check out Adventure Sport Flashlights TH-cam channel. It's a good combo too.
Don't know about the import taxes where you live but you can order this light straight from China from anywhere in the world I think. Convoy even has their own Aliexpress store.
itsok dontbesad lol just buy it on gearbest its around 50$ double that is just rip off!!
Great review !
Thanks!
Great, now I keep hearing William Shatner sing that song in my head. Khaaaaaaaaan!!!!!!!
It's a great song!
the orbtronic 26650 protected button cells worked. woohoo!
Awesome man! Happy shining!
If anyone is wondering, Efest purple unprotected 4200mAh 26650's are also working great :)
another great review!
+bRad 1967 thanks man!
Sucks they are out of the protected batteries, I ended up buying the equivalent non protected. I do not run down my batteries and keep them as a matched pair.
Convoy L6 or convoy L21, which achieves greater light distance?
I’m not familiar with the L21. But looking at the candela specs I see 227,575 Cd. That makes it easy… the candela spec of a given light simply put will tell you that. Look for the candela of rhe l6 you’re going to purchase and if the candela is less on the l6, then the l21 will throw further. Intensity of candela in a given light is always the best figure to determine which lights have longer beam distances. Watch my video about candela and lumens.
I love my Convoy L6 and its little brother the C8. I'm going to have someone de-dome the L6 for more throw and less spill. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Convoy Flashlights! Got mine from mtnelectronics.com who is a very well respected Seller right here in the USA!
Sorry bro i want to know temperature L6 turbo mode at runtime 1 h 30 m thank you ^^
Uhhh...
I really want this light. Nope, don't need it. WANT IT :)
Boondock Saints quote?
+jooky5 I think most of these quotes are from that country song. I don't remember intentionally putting a boondock saints quote in- but I do put a lot of movie and song quotes in my reviews
Advanced Knife Bro ah I was thinking when they busted into the card game and Rocco says "All of them!"
Does anyone try Battery Fenix 26650 4800 mah on this light ? Workable ? Please help share. Thanks.
+flybirdclip I don't know the answer to this. Maybe someone else can chime in.
Thanks M Hanlen, may I request one thing, when you shine the light outside the house ,please don't move your hand too quick. Slowly pan the light will allow the viewer can see the beam easier.Don't get me wrong, your review has been great so far with your sense of humor. cheers.
Noted... I'll try to have some nice calm shots of slow beam movement. I really don't mind suggestions. They have helped me improve my voiceovers... stay away from using music... improve my beamshot sections... and some other things.
Yes Not using music is great, I avoid the morons who stick music into the videos, I never understood why they think its a good idea.
*So true.* I've multiple theories about that ^^
Maybe they are thinking:
1/ Their music is the one everybody likes, or rather, that they want everybody likes.
2/ People have never hear music before and they makes them to do a surprising discovery "You hear that ? this is MUSIC !". Huh.
3/ Or that people don't know how to put music by their own, cause it's an incredible technology :p
LET US PLAY OUR MUSIC IF WE WANT TO !! THANKS !!
*Thanks AKB for your great flashlights reviews
I do like your video but i like the L6 more😂
Too bad buying batteries to fit this torch has been a big problem lately.
+Dinner-fork tongue. Can you not get the thorfires?
*****
Iunno. I just know that the original Keeppowers that Banggood sold as picked specifically for the L6 don't fit anymore. From what it sounds like, they're double-wrapping them.
The TM16GT is 4x the cost, not 2 or 3. lol
+Stacy Keen Lol? If you've browsed my videos... you'll find a lot of light reviews. Why would I make shit up? If you look under my TM16GT video- which it seems you haven't.. you'll see a coupon code to bring it to $160. Now since you're a math guy you'll have to figure out where exactly between 2-3x $160 falls. And actually for about 6 months it was $129 with a coupon code. lol is right.
Advanced Knife Bro I wasn't trying to call you a liar so there's no need to flex your ego. I have seen most of your flashlight reviews. I didn't know you had a coupon code. I did watch your video on the TM16GT.
No problem man... just trying to clear that up.
$94 now