Went looking for my first flashlight… ended up with three 😅

I fell straight into option paralysis after discovering this sub and going down the flashlight rabbit hole. I couldn’t settle on a single “first light,” so I did the only logical thing and bought all three finalists I kept seeing recommended while lurking here.

What I ended up with:

Convoy S6 — SFT40 5000K
• Driver: 5A, 12-group buck
• Battery: Molicel M35A

Convoy S2+ — LHP531 5000K
• Driver: 3V 10A buck
• Battery: Molicel M35A 3500mAh

Firefly X1S Pharos (Reflector version)
• Emitter: FFL707MD 4200K, CRI 98
• Battery: Samsung 50S 5000mAh (21700)

So far, I’m genuinely impressed with all three. They each fill a different role really well, and between indoor use and outdoor carry, I feel like I’ve got my bases covered.

How did I do for a first dive into the hobby and which direction should I inevitably overthink next? 🔦