This 'Small but Mighty' Keychain Flashlight That's on Sale for $12 Is One of Amazon's Best Stocking Stuffers
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Why We Love This Deal
The holiday shopping frenzy has begun on Amazon now that the marketplace's massive Black Friday sale is live. Through Nov. 28, shoppers can find gifts for everyone, including must-have stocking stuffers, like Leatherman multitools and Kershaw pocket knives, at super low prices. One thing any EDC fan would appreciate is a tiny flashlight, and this bestseller with over 7,000 sold in the last month is a must-grab while it's on sale.
Now just $12 on Amazon, the Olight Imini 2 EDC Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight is shaping up to be one of the most unexpectedly popular and practical gifts for under $25 this year. It has over 4,000 five-star ratings and praise-filled reviews, and it's earned the top ranking among Amazon’s bestselling handheld flashlights.
Olight Imini 2 EDC Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight, $12 (was $20) on Amazon
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What Shoppers Should Know
- Length: 55mm
- Weight: 19.5 grams
- Light: LED
- Beam: 50 lumens
- Material: Aluminum
- Drop Resistance: 4.9 feet
- Quick Recharge: Under 60 minutes
- Charging Method: USB
- On Function: Snap-off cap
This mighty mini is more than just a novelty side-piece gadget, as it functions like, and is as powerful as, some full-sized flashlights. This one just happens to be extremely small.
At only 55 mm long and weighing a mere 19.6 grams, it is slightly larger than the average key on your keyring, yet still produces a stunning, balanced 50-lumen beam. To activate it, simply snap off its magnetic cap, which stays securely attached to your keyring, and it instantly lights up your surroundings—no buttons or fumbling required. Even with its compact aluminum-sized body, it has a drop resistance of just under 5 feet, too.
Its cordless, rechargeable design is pretty cool—simply plug its tail into any USB outlet, and it fully charges in under an hour. Plus, its magnetic base lets you attach it to metal surfaces, like toolboxes, car hoods, door hinges, and even your grill, for hands-free lighting.
The brand has quite a loyal following—I myself own an older keychain model, and it's widely convenient—and EDC folks swear by them. While you can find cheaper $5 knockoffs flooding Amazon, most, I would say, aren't as good as this one.
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What Buyers Are Saying
With thousands of five-star ratings, shoppers are regularly surprised by its performance and practicality. One noted that this “small but mighty” model is the flashlight you didn’t know you needed. They stated that “this little light honestly surprised me,” noting that it’s compact, lightweight, and “way brighter” than you’d expect for something that fits in your pocket.
Another loved that its “smart design” is very small, yet sturdy. They said that it’s “small enough to fit on my keychain without adding real weight or bulk,” and even after having used it for two solid months, they have only recharged it once.
At just over $10 a pop, this is the savvy holiday buy this season, and with Olight’s Imini 2’s performance, it's the gift any man will treasure. Just make sure to grab one before Amazon's big Black Friday sale wraps up on Nov. 28.