EverBrite 2-in-1 Mini Lanterns and Flashlights with 3 Modes, 2 Pack Portable Outdoor LED Zoomable Torches, Camping Essentials for Hurricane, Hiking, Night Walking, Emergency

A pocket-sized light that punches above its weight

I’ve been carrying the EverBrite minis for a few months now—one lives in my glove box, the other in a kitchen drawer—and they’ve earned a permanent spot in both places. They’re compact, featherlight, and more versatile than any budget torch has a right to be, thanks to a simple trick: telescope the body and your flashlight turns into a 360-degree lantern. That one design choice makes them useful in far more situations than a typical single-purpose light.

Design and build

Each light is about four inches tall when collapsed and roughly the diameter of a roll of quarters. At around 65 grams with batteries, it’s the kind of tool you forget you’re carrying until you need it. The body has a soft-touch, rubberized coating that improves grip, especially with damp hands or gloves. I like the feel, though coatings like this can get tacky after a few years in hot climates—something to keep in mind for long-term storage.

The telescoping lantern section slides up smoothly and clicks into place with enough friction to stay where you set it—halfway for a softer glow or fully extended for maximum diffusion. A clear polycarbonate lens covers the emitter, and the light stands stably on its base without wobble. The removable hook snaps on securely and can be mounted on either end, so you can hang it bulb-down for more even lantern light or bulb-up to keep the beam out of your eyes.

It’s sold as a two-pack, which is the right way to do lights like this: keep one at home and one in the car, or stash both in different rooms for power outages.

Light performance

As a flashlight, the minis throw a surprisingly useful beam for their size. Twist the head to zoom from a wide flood (great for walking a dark path) to a tighter spot. At full focus, the beam reaches down a typical suburban driveway and across a small yard—EverBrite rates it to about 30 meters, and that feels accurate in real-world use. Like many zoomable lights, the spot beam shows the faint outline of the LED die at maximum zoom; it’s not pretty, but it’s effective when you need reach.

As a lantern, they’re the quintessential “small but mighty” performers. Fully extended, I can set one on a table and comfortably prep food or play cards in a tent. In a small bathroom, a single lantern provides enough light to shower and get ready without the harshness of a bare flashlight beam. If you want a nightlight glow, extend the body halfway and drop it into a glass jar or frosted tumbler; the diffusion is gentle and easy on the eyes.

Modes and usability

Control is via a single rubberized button that cycles through three modes: high, low, and strobe. The high setting is bright enough for outdoor navigation and task lighting. Low is where I spend most of my time—it’s more than adequate indoors and dramatically extends battery life. The strobe serves as an emergency beacon, useful roadside or to signal for attention.

One quirk: because the strobe sits in the same mode sequence, you’ll occasionally flash yourself when cycling between high and low. It’s not a dealbreaker, but a “hold-to-strobe” implementation would be kinder in the dark. The button itself has a positive click and is easy to find by feel.

Power and runtime

Each light takes three AAA batteries, and the pack comes with alkalines ready to go. For casual use—walking the dog, rummaging in the attic, occasional power blips—AAA power is perfectly fine. I got through a weekend camping trip using them a few hours each night without changing cells. If you use them regularly, I’d drop in NiMH rechargeables to reduce waste and sidestep the risk of alkaline leakage during long-term storage.

Because the lantern mode is so useful, you may find yourself leaving them on for longer stretches than a standard flashlight. That’s where low mode shines: it’s plenty bright for most indoor tasks while sipping power.

Hooks, hanging, and hands-free options

The small removable hook sounds like an afterthought, but it’s a big part of what makes these versatile. I’ve hung one from a tent loop, a closet rod while changing a fixture, and a tree branch for backyard grilling after dusk. Mounted under a car hood, the lantern mode bathes the engine bay evenly without hot spots. Hung from a belt loop, it frees both hands while hiking a trail at night. The hook is sturdy enough for everyday use and snaps on/off quickly.

If you plan to use them on a vehicle during a roadside stop, the strobe mode is bright enough to draw attention. I still prefer a dedicated reflective triangle for distance visibility, but the flashing lantern adds helpful nearby light while you work.

Durability and weather resistance

These aren’t mil-spec beaters, but for the price and size they’re reassuringly solid. Mine have bounced off a garage floor and tumbled on a gravel path without complaint. There’s no published IP rating, so I treat them as “splash-resistant.” Light rain or dew hasn’t caused issues, but I wouldn’t submerge them or leave them out in a downpour. The sliding mechanism hasn’t picked up grit in normal use, and a quick wipe keeps it moving freely.

Everyday usefulness

The charm of the EverBrite minis is how often they fit the moment better than a full-size flashlight or a bulky lantern:

• Power outages: Stand one on a counter in lantern mode and it lights a small room well enough for basic tasks. Use a second in low mode to move between rooms without nuking your night vision.
• Camping: Hang it in the tent for soft, even light. The compact size and featherweight build make it a non-issue in a pack.
• Night walking: Zoomed to flood, the beam is wide and confidence-inspiring; zoom in for spotting reflective eyes at the edge of a trail.
• DIY and car work: Under-sink jobs and trunk changes benefit from the lantern’s 360-degree light without awkward shadows.
• Photography and video: In a pinch, the lantern mode doubles as a small fill light with a pleasing, diffuse quality.

What I’d change

• Mode sequence: Strobe inside the main cycle leads to accidental flashing. A long-press or double-click to access strobe would be friendlier.
• Coating longevity: The soft-touch finish feels great now, but these coatings can age poorly in heat. I’d prefer a plain matte plastic or lightly textured shell for decade-long storage in a car.
• Weather sealing: A defined IP rating would inspire more confidence for shoulder-season camping in wet climates.

None of these are dealbreakers, and they’re largely expected at this price point.

Value

As a two-pack with batteries included, the value is excellent. You can outfit two locations immediately or keep one on standby. The 2-in-1 design stretches what you can do with a tiny light, and in many situations it outperforms bulkier single-purpose options.

Who they’re for

• Households looking to tuck compact lights in key spots for outages
• Campers and backpackers who want an ultralight lantern without giving up a usable flashlight
• Drivers building a simple roadside kit
• DIYers who need hands-free area light in tight spaces

If your primary need is trail running or night work, a headlamp remains the superior tool. If you need long-range throw past a hundred feet, consider a larger dedicated flashlight. For everything else, these hit a sweet spot.

Recommendation

I recommend the EverBrite minis. They’re smartly designed, genuinely useful in both flashlight and lantern roles, and easy to live with. The compact size means you’ll actually keep them nearby; the lantern mode means you’ll use them for more than just finding the breaker panel. Pair them with rechargeable AAA batteries and you’ve got a reliable, low-maintenance lighting solution for home, car, and camp at a very fair price.