WORX Nitro 20V LED Work Light PowerShare, 160/350 Lumens Portable Light, LED Flashlight with Flexible Pivoting Head WX025L.9 – Tool Only

Why I reached for this light

I’ve been carrying the Worx 20V work light in my tool bag for a few months, and it’s become my default grab-and-go light for quick tasks—breaker panel checks, crawlspace inspections, and helping friends with roadside fixes. It’s not a tower light and it’s not trying to be; it’s closer to a cordless flashlight designed for hands-free use. Framed that way, it performs well and covers a lot of everyday jobs without fuss.

Design and build

The form factor is slim and simple: roughly 13 inches tall, with a 3-by-3-inch footprint that fits neatly in a bag or drawer. The GRIPZONE handle’s micro-texture is genuinely helpful—grippy with bare hands and secure with light gloves. The plastic housing feels sturdier than a cheap flashlight, and with a 2.0Ah pack attached the balance is comfortable. With a 4.0Ah battery, it gets bottom-heavy (as expected), but the added weight actually improves stability when you place it on its base.

The head pivots from slightly downward to straight up (−5° to 90°), and the detents are positive enough that it stays where you put it. That range means you can aim it forward when handholding or angle it up from a benchtop to bounce light off a ceiling. What it won’t do is point far downward when the light is standing upright, so for illuminating something directly below the head you’ll need to lay it down or hang it.

An integrated hook sits at the back of the head. It’s more of a metal loop than a traditional open hook, so I ended up clipping a small carabiner to it for faster hanging under a hood or from a rafter. The base is wide and flat, which lets it stand in a surprising number of places—stair treads, fender liners, uneven plywood—without tipping.

Beam and brightness

Output is simple: two modes, rated 160 and 350 lumens. On paper, that’s modest compared to bigger work lights, but the beam is a focused spot with a gentle spill, so those lumens go farther than the numbers suggest. Think inspection light first, flood light second. High mode throws a concentrated beam down a driveway or across a garage bay; low mode is great for close-up tasks like plumbing repairs or wiring, where you don’t want to blind yourself with glare.

If you’re expecting a broad, even wash to light an entire room, this isn’t that. It’s closer to a rechargeable flashlight with a handle and pivoting head. In practice, that makes it a great companion for under-hood work, attic traverses, panel reads, and anything where you want to aim light exactly where you’re looking. For painting a wall or lighting a large jobsite, a panel or tower light is still the right tool.

Color temperature is on the cool side, which I prefer for mechanical and electrical tasks because it enhances contrast. The beam is clean, with no harsh artifacts or ringy patterns that can make fine work frustrating.

Controls and ergonomics

The interface is straightforward: a single button cycles off → low → high → off. The button is glove-friendly and has a crisp click. There’s no memory mode, so it always starts at low; I grew to like that because most close-in work is more comfortable at 160 lumens, and you can bump to high when you need reach.

Handheld use is comfortable thanks to the textured handle, and the light’s narrow profile makes it easy to choke up when you need to steady a shot into tight spaces. The pivot head helps you keep light and line of sight aligned without awkward wrist angles.

Power and runtime

This is a bare tool, so you’ll need a 20V Worx PowerShare battery and charger. If you’re already on the platform, that’s the biggest advantage here—the same pack that runs your drill or trimmer slots right in. If you’re not, plan for the extra cost of a battery and charger; that changes the value equation compared to standalone USB-rechargeable lights.

Runtime will vary by battery capacity and mode, but I consistently got multiple evenings of occasional use on low with a 2.0Ah pack, and several hours of continuous use on high before needing a swap. With a 4.0Ah pack, I rarely thought about runtime at all during a typical day’s tasks.

One small but meaningful detail: the light shut itself off before the battery was driven fully flat, which suggests proper low-voltage protection. That’s exactly what you want in a platform tool—protect the pack, preserve its lifespan, and avoid the “ran it to zero” mistake.

Hands-free options

Between the pivoting head, flat base, and the loop for hanging, it’s easy to position the light for most jobs. I found three approaches covered nearly everything:

• Upright on its base, angled up to bounce light and avoid glare in confined spaces.
• Hung from a carabiner under a hood, with the head tilted to put the hot spot on the work area.
• Laid on its side on a shelf to shoot light horizontally while keeping the handle out of the way.

What’s missing is a magnetic base. A magnet would extend the hands-free versatility, especially for automotive work. If you rely on metal surfaces for mounting, a clip-on magnetic hook could be a worthwhile add-on.

In the field

A few examples from real use:

• Under-sink plumbing: Low mode reduced glare from chrome fittings, and the focused beam helped me spot a slow drip without washing out the area.
• Panel labeling: On high, I could stand back and still read breaker numbers clearly—no need to crowd the panel.
• Attic runs: The light stood securely on joists, and the pivoting head let me aim forward while moving. I appreciated the compact size here; bigger work lights are a liability in tight spaces.
• Power outage: On a kitchen counter, the beam bounced off the ceiling well enough to keep a room navigable. It’s no lantern, but it did more than just create a bright spot in the corner.

What could be better

• Beam profile: It’s a spot-first beam. Great for inspection, less so for room-wide illumination.
• Hook design: The built-in loop works, but a true hook would be faster. Add a carabiner and you’re set.
• Pivot range: The head doesn’t tilt far downward when freestanding. Hanging the light or laying it on its side solves that, but more downward travel would broaden use cases.
• No magnet or tripod mount: Both would expand mounting options without increasing complexity.
• Battery buy-in: If you’re not already on PowerShare, the total cost with a battery and charger might make a rechargeable USB light a better fit for casual users.

Who it’s for

• Worx platform users who want a straightforward, share-the-battery inspection light.
• DIYers and mechanics who value a focused beam and reliable hands-free positioning.
• Homeowners who need a durable, no-nonsense light for outages and occasional projects.
• Pros who carry multiple lights and want a compact, pivoting spot to complement broader flood lights.

If your priority is wide flood coverage for painting, drywall, or lighting a whole garage bay, you’ll be happier with a panel or tower light that pushes more lumens with a broader beam. If you mainly need to put bright, controllable light exactly where you’re looking—and keep both hands free—this fits that niche nicely.

Recommendation

I recommend the Worx 20V work light for anyone already invested in the PowerShare ecosystem who needs a compact, hands-free inspection light with solid runtime and simple controls. Its strengths are its beam quality, stability on its base, comfortable grip, and the convenience of battery sharing across tools. It’s not a room-filling flood light, and the hook and pivot could be more versatile, but as a focused, portable work companion it does the job reliably and with minimal fuss. Add a small carabiner for hanging and choose a 2.0Ah battery for everyday use (or 4.0Ah if you want to forget about runtime), and you’ll have a dependable light that earns its spot in the bag.