Best LED Flashlights For Easter Egg Hunting

Ever done a night time scavenger hunt? If you have, then you know just how fun they can be! If you haven’t, you have no idea what you’re missing and a night time or dark Easter egg hunt might be just what you need. I will admit, this blog is partially a joke and partially truth, but I stand firm in saying that night time scavenger hunts with flashlights are fun for kids and adults alike.

I know most Easter Egg hunts happen during the day, but in certain situations you may find yourself Easter egg hunting in the dark. For example, let's say that a storm happens and your power goes out. There's no need to reschedule an Easter egg hunt. In fact, just hand everyone a flashlight and you've made the Easter egg hunt more challenging. This may be a long shot, but you can also choose to have a night time Easter egg hunt. Whether you want to wait until dark or simply do an Easter egg hunt inside and turn off all the lights, you've just made a great tradition even more interesting. Of course if you're going to do a night time Easter egg hunt then you'll need the right LED flashlight by your side. So let’s talk about the right flashlight you’ll need for a night time Easter Egg hunt

What to Look For in the Best LED Flashlight

There are three features you want to check in any flashlight you'll be using for not only an Easter egg hunt, but any night time scavenger hunt. The three features are: compact, powerful, and lovable. That last one may seem odd but we’ll get into that later. That's that's all you need to look for in the perfect scavenger hunt LED flashlight.

Compact LED Flashlight

So let's get into each feature by itself. First off, you want a flashlight that is compact and lightweight. Whether you are handing flashlights out to children so that they can do the searching or you're searching yourself, it's better to have a flashlight that is easy to carry around. You have a lot of options here from keychain flashlights to everyday carry flashlights to even smaller tactical flashlights. The important thing is that it's working for you, allows you to see easily in the dark, and it's comfortable to carry around.

When you are participating in a competitive event like egg hunting you want to make sure that your tools aren't weighing you down. So be sure that whichever LED flashlight you choose it's lightweight enough that it allows you to find the eggs quickly before the competition gets there first. Egg hunting is all about efficiency so don't expect anything less from your flashlight.

Powerful LED Flashlight

Another feature that is very important in egg hunting is power. Depending on where the egg hunting is located depends on how much power you want in a flashlight. If you're simply egg hunting around the house then a flashlight that delivers 100 to 300 lumens is completely adequate. If your egg hunting outside in the dark I would recommend a flashlight that delivers at least 300 lumens and has a decent beam throw to it so you are able to see eggs that are further away. At the same time you don't want a flashlight that is so bright you accidentally take out the competition by blinding them. This is not sporting in any egg hunt and we do not condone it.

A Flashlight You’ll Love

Unless you're expecting to only use this flashlight for egg hunting, I'd recommend getting a flashlight that will become your reliable tool for a long while. We have a lot of great flashlights, definitely something for everybody. It's important that you pick the right tool for you and pick something that you'll want to use again and again. If you're using a flashlight you don't like during an egg hunt this can put a damper on the hunt itself. Finding a flashlight you really like can increase your enjoyment of the egg hunt so definitely look for something you can see yourself using frequently.

Best Flashlights for the Egg Hunt

Here are a few suggestions for flashlights that will come through for you when you’ll need it the most during the egg hunt.

Klarus Mi7

This is a particularly great flashlight because it can be equipped with either an AA battery or a 14500 battery. If you use the included AA battery with the flashlight, the Mi7 will deliver 330 lumens on turbo. This is a great amount of light whether you’re searching for eggs in the house or in the backyard. It also has a lot of other cool features that make it a great LED flashlight to have around.

The Mi7 features three brightness levels and two flashing modes: strobe and SOS. So if you happen to get lost on your egg hunt you can use the SOS mode to alert attention to yourself so that family and friends can easily find you. The flashlight is easy to operate with a single side switch and gives you a built-in memory function as well as an instant access to the low mode. The Klarus Mi7 is truly a great light for Easter Egg hunts.

Klarus XT1C

This flashlight is more tactical than any of the other flashlights on the list. It delivers 700 lumens and is perfect for outdoor egg hunting. It has a beam throw of 210 meters, but still gives off a great spill so you can see around you. This is optimal for outdoor egg hunting as it allows you to spot eggs further away while keeping an eye for any eggs that are hiding closer to you.

Operated with a dual tactical tail switch, the XT1C is intuitive and easy to activate with a single hand. It also has two programmable settings: the Outdoor Setting and the Tactical Setting. In the Tactical Setting you have one-touch turbo, one-touch strobe, and easy cycling through the three brightness levels. In the Outdoor Setting you have one-touch turbo, one-touch low, and easy cycling through the brightness levels. For egg hunting, we recommend the Outdoor Setting, giving you that instant access to the low mode. Check out more on the Klarus XT1C LED flashlight.

Klarus Mi6

This is a great keychain flashlight that’s inexpensive, but gets the job done. It delivers 120 lumens which is perfect for an indoor egg hunt. The Mi6 runs on an AAA battery which is easy to come by and most everyone has them lying around. It features a twist switch head, easy to operate with a single hand, and has two brightness levels to choose from.

This is another great egg hunting flashlight because it’s so inexpensive and can be used as an EDC keychain light when the hunt is over. It’s a great tool for anyone who wants a high-quality LED flashlight without having to break the bank for it. See more on the Klarus Mi6.

Klarus P20

We’re onto our last LED flashlight on this list. This is a unique pen light that’s perfect for egg hunting, EDC, or professional work. It softly illuminates the surroundings with its Nichia High CRI LED and can deliver up to 230 lumens. You can operate it using the tail switch and access its three different brightness levels. This penlight also features a memory function so it will remember the last brightness level you used.

The P20 is compatible with two AA batteries, making it easy to replace them when necessary. It’s a great egg hunting light for indoors because its glow is soft on the eyes, it’s compact, and just an awesome little flashlight. So check out the Klarus P20 penlight.

Conclusion

You now know how to make an Easter egg hunt significantly more challenging and interesting and you know what to look for in the best LED flashlights for the job. If you do happen to have a night time egg hunt, let us know which flashlights you and your family chose to use for it!