Sofirn IF23 4000lm Flashlight 3-in-1, Side White Light, RGB Mode, IPX8 Waterproof, Long Runtime, Magnetic Base, Suitable for Home and Emergency, Camping

The light has many features - the torch beam and the diffuser at the side with their many modes are great. It does take some getting used to do what you want with the one button. This can be a pain in the backside. I was sceptical about its use in an emergency - as you have to unlock it and then press the button twice to get the high mode. I have an olight warrior 2 which has a button in the tail as well as the side - the former of which can be programmed for emergencies - and it works like a charm. However, I have just returned from a trip abroad and took this torch instead and have used it in anger! Am I glad I bought it! First, I was confronted by some street dogs (attacked would seem to extreme a word - but they charged me in anger). I quickly drew the torch - 2 clicks it came on (normal maode) and momentarily stpped the dogs who then decided to continue their challenge - 2 clicks further shone the high beam into their eyes, resulting in them quickly changing their minds and backing off. Not as fast as the Olight - but it worked. Secondly, and above all, I use an older iPhone for my non-Uk sim. Unfortunately, I soon realised that the battery would die at a crucial time of the day - greatly hampering my communications and ability to secure a ride home (uber, etc). Then I remembered! I had purchased this torch after watching a review on youtube. Though the manual does not mention it - the torch functions as a power bank!!!!! I was able to purchase a lightening to Usb C cable and successfully managed to re-charge my phones when the battery got low or was totally drained. AND IT CHARGES QUITE FAST! This facility was a great comfort to me and made my stay that much more relaxed and productive (not a holiday). I would buy this again!

I bought this for an upcoming trip to Asia, where power cuts are a regular occurrence. I was so impressed with the output and the versatility of having both beam and flood, I bought a second one as a gift for a family member. It’s nice to have the option of a strobe function to keep wild dogs at bay, but I can’t see me using the coloured lights. Very pleased with the purchases, especially when I bought both with significant discounts.