CivOps Gear reviews EDC lights from Surefire, Olight, Streamlight and Nitecore 

I bought the Nitecore EDC27 a couple of weeks ago, as my EDC. It blows away every other EDC on the market. I particularly like the OLED display, so I can see battery levels. The display will even tell you how long the battery will run at a given lumen/brightness. The controls are very well thought-out, and it’s intuitive to use. With two levels of lockout, it is not likely to run down the battery when in my pocket. Oh, and if it detects something covering the LEDs, it will automagically dim itself down to 65 lumens, so it doesn’t cause a fire. (!) one last thing - it charges via a standard USB-C cable. This is a quality flashlight. The other manufacturers have a LOT of catching up to do.

Nitecore EDC27 v2, one of the best EDC flashlights on the market. Good review, thanks 👍

Love the edc27 but the wedge’s simplicity is outstanding

The EDC27 is my favorite addition to my personal carry setup. It can temporarily blind someone even during the day.

I have three of the streamlights. I love the form and function. I just bought the Nitecore EDC27 I really like the display that shows actual clock time left on battery.

Thanks for the videos! So many choices!

"Bezel down, charger up.... that's the way I like to-" You're too funny lol

The EDC27 has a special copper heat plate inside, that allow the light to sustain the 1,000 lumens level for quite a long time. This unique thermal management feature makes the Nitecore specially desirable among all four lights. The Surefire is certainly the most reliable of the group, and the manufacturer allows for real warranty claims should something go bad with the light. This is a great value added feature, but it is up to each user to evaluate if the greater reliability and the iron-clad customer assistance are worth double of the sale price.

I use to run the surefire, then I switched to the olight warrior mini 2. Reason, longer runtime and more versatile as an edc.

I have only 3 problems with EDC27 1. Button doesn't always work so you have to press it multiple times. 2. Lenses feel like that they could scratch easily when it's in your pocket. 3. You can't change battery to it. but otherwise I have been very happy and in real life any of those 3 problems hasn't been problem to me yet and hopefully never be =) Also it's really easy to learn two button UI. If you half press button 1 you will turn on low light if you half press button you will get turbo on. If you just click button 1 you will turn the light on with the lever which you last used. If you want to change brigtness just half press butt on1 and when you want to turn it of just full press button 1. I don't understand how you couldn't turn on the strobe because you only have to full press button 2. It sounds complicated but it's not it's just me explaining it which make it sounds complicated.

I've been carrying the Arkfeld UV for a little while now. It's the only one of the bunch that is slim and short enough. The UV is also a cool unique bonus feature. I considered the streamlight, but it's too long for my pockets. I've tried to carry lights of such length before, and it either is poking into me or slides out. The Arkfeld does sometimes slide out a bit when I'm sitting, but then slides back when I stand up. Thus far, I've not had it slide out or accidentally turn on(a very important point for me), even without using the lockout mode. Other than increasing run times and/or brightness in future iterations, my only suggestion to olight would be to add an optional usb-c charging port. I am fine with their charger system at home, but it's quite annoying to travel with, since I have to take the dedicated charging cable. Also, I may be the only one, but I am not a huge fan of their reversible pocket clip. It sticks out a bit too much, and I scrape it on things as I'm walking by. I would like a shorter, simpler pocket clip option. If they don't offer it, I may have to modify the clip myself.

Just got the new Arkfeld with UV light. The form factor is 10x better than the original in your video. I also have the original and like to use the laser with my cats lol. You should do a review on the new Arkfeld UV. Maybe Ill do one as well.

I really want to like the Olight, But All three of the Olights pocket Olights I've owned have had problems and need something I can rely on. The Streamlight is cool but no tail switch. The Nitecore is unproven so the Original Stiletto seems the only choice at 135.00 a little more but by far the most dependable

First, important for an EDC light is to be able to clip it to a hat brim for hands free. The only one in this lineup that accomplishes this is the Surefire, because you can reverse the clip. Olight resolved it in a later model by adding a two way clip. Second, the price of the Surefire is ridiculous. It really shouldn't be compared to light that can be picked up for 1/2 to 1/3 of its price. Funny thing is that its capabilities are not obviously better, in fact they are similarly inline with the other three, so I can't understand the pricing. Third, I don't have a third, but thanks for the great comparison.

I saw a video where the EDC 27 Lens melts, and they burn holes in your pants cause they come on accidentally by the buttons being pushed, I don't care if your holes get burnt in your pants but have they fixed the lens from melting

You guys gotta dream bigger. I EDC my FENIX PD36TAC. Sits nice and snug in my 1791 EDC holster. Got my Rite in Rain Readiness Tactical Bolt Action Pen. Then lastly my Leatherman Surge. All in black of course.

How many years does the battery last in the wedge flashlight? At the end of battery life, can the consumer replace the battery? Does the manufacturer offer battery replacement or just the flashlight then become disposable?

I want that nitecore but it's on backorder and dont really trust that screen. I have a few nitecore products, I genuinely prefer their lights but I do own their tini 2 and have already had the glass on that shatter. I'd say either the arkfeld or wedge are the best bet. I personally like the wedge. I think it's form is better than the arkfeld

I’ve been a flashaholic since 2006 and I encourage everyone to carry a Streamlight Microstream (45 lumen primary model,NOT the USB model) for one week.

I use a flashlight to kick the but of my pistol in.like the claw things but it’s less in my pocket. DIY rig mostly use scrap leather. & trim retention rubber gasket for room for leather if needed .some pocket clips work better than others. Just a idea.

I want to go w/ the olight, but I’m not buying into a dedicated/proprietary charger

Surefire is the best one honestly. Yeah it cost alot but there's others that cost cheaper for a reason . Streamlight products are the second best for edc

I wish I had more edc lover friends lol

"bezel down charger up, that's the way I like to..." LOLOLOLOL!!!😜

That Surefire Stiletto is garbage, why would they make a $300 non waterproof EDC light....The best light depends on each individual...I personally carry the Olight Arkfeld UV

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I want an Nitecore EDC27 n a P20iX so bad. 😂 The latter being the bag light. But I would need a further throw light still.

What is strobe used for? Does anyone ever use strobe? Why is strobe a selling point in 3-of-4 of these flashlights? I have a feeling it’s added just because it’s easy to implement, nevermind the fact that nobody asked for it and nobody will ever use it.

I like the form of the arkfeld but it should cost around $50

Haha ah sh*t back seat, windows up

I had the EDC by nite core is a great looking flashlight, nice features, led screen with battery time remaining on the different lumens. I love the slim design.......Here is my complain, the power button you have to learn how to cycle it, to me that was way too complicated, soft push on power button to cycle through different lumens, if you push in a way other than soft it will turn off, if you push too hard it would lock then you have to push the button and hold it about 3 seconds to unlock if you relax you thumb it stays lock and you have to start again, it has a great clip to hold it on your shirt or jeans pockets but no magnet of a way to hang it. The 3000 lumens feature last about 5 seconds while holding the soft button. It won't stay locked at 3000 lumens like the other lumens setting 65, 200, 1000 and finally the battery capacity 1750ma in my opinion capacity too small also, the battery is seal inside, don't look like there is a way to replace it unless you disassembled it. and like all rechargeable batteries you will have to replace it at one point and because of the slim design it doesn't look like a battery that they sell around the corner. With that being said I still think is a great looking, nice feature but not so cheap at 90 dls flashlight. Now I must say i wanted a flashlight for work and this one just doesn't cut it. for home and to have it on you car it would be a good light.

The laser is useless for me the wedge is the best for me simple to use and comfortable not sure why light did not just include a usb port to charge so now you have carry the special charger with you and if you forget it 😂 the sur fire is crazy for the price.

You sound like the guy on the Scoutcrafter blog. If you’re not him, you’re a DEAD ringer! Love that site by the way. One thing on this video….why not tell us if they’re waterproof, drop proof specs and materials? Just sayin. Otherwise, thumbs up.

Wish you put them next to each other to compare size

Stilletto is a no go. 200 bucks for the old model and over 300 for the new one. Just doesn't make sense when the competitors cost a third of the price and deliver products that perform similarly (and in the case of the EDC27, better.) Surefire charges out the nose for their stuff and I just don't think the value is there.

Wish the edc27 had a neutral white 4000k version. Surefire is garbage these days

It's not covered in FEATURES... but it will be covered in FECES, ivvyaa know what I mean ;) actually idk what I mean. I just wanted to type that into the void

The Stiletto is better than the Stiletto pro. It’s way cheaper and the run times are better. The outputs on the Pro aren’t worth the cost and runtime hit.

Idk man, doing a review and stating that you don't want any of those companies to be mad at you doesn't instill confidence for an honest review. 😂

The market is really coming alive with LED lights but they are stuck in the round design. Flat is my idea of a pocket light, but there are very few between 3-5". Rubber charging caps should be eliminated and rather hinged flap like the Wuben X2 or under a hard cap The proprietary charging of the Olight is a huge turn off. 230 for the Surefire is a bit much, Made in USA but still, its pricey and a rubber charge port plug is BS for that price.

Is this gonna catch on or just be a passing fad? That’s my question. It doesn’t seem practical.

Surefire …sure looks good and may be a great light…….but nop.. not a the price of a budget shotgun/gun with a good weapon light and laser. The light technology oligarchs are being overrun by a welcoming budget friendly competition with more features and constant upgrades (LEP no comparison )( multi emitters, programmable multi color, multi component ) coming every month. Sofirm, wurkkos, convoy, Mateminco, emisar , weltool among others …. You will discover true light power orgasm at a reasonable price. Also build your own highly customizable drop-down menu…this is the future. Olight terminator 1 &2 , Mateminco fw3 , weltool t12….. literally LIGHTS YEARS AWAY from the rat pack .

I gave you a thumbs down, but I did subscribe and share

Bruhhhhhhhhh did you just.... I mean did no one catch that?? Bezel down.. charger up?? That's the way you like to what?? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

You have 477 subscribers. The companies wont be "mad" at you for expressing your opinion, they dont know you exist. Just tell us which one you like most ffs