Is the Olight S1R the best mini EDC light we have to date?

[cjb1911]

I got this light a few months back and it has since replaced my SL Protac 1L for light duty edc. I can't say enough how well thought out this light is. Two things that I love about this light are it's side button activation and its magnetic USB recharging cable. My only complaint is the execution on the pocket clip, 1 or 2 times it has separated from the body if I yank it out of the pocket by it's lanyard. This was my first venture into Olight as I have been a dyed in the wool Streamlight man for the past 10 yrs or so but I have to say I'm impressed. I have since also purchased a S30R, which stays in my vehicle 24/7.

The Good!

• Max output of 900 lumens
• 4 diff illumination modes
• easy to use side switch
• magnetic USB recharging
• CR123 compatiable
• magnetic tailcap
• moonlight mode is fantastic!
• price point ~$60 on amazon

THE BAD
MADE IN CHINA!!!

[orionz06]

The side button doesn't strike me as useful for most here.


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[voodoo_man]

And "The Bad" ?

Not a fan of olight, very deceitful business practices.

Also, why buy a China made item when equal, and better, US made products are available?

[cjb1911]

And "The Bad" ?

Not a fan of olight, very deceitful business practices.

Also, why buy a China made item when equal, and better, US made products are available?

OK edited to add the "bad"

[JohnO]

I prefer a light to be at least palm width in length and have tail cap activation.

[APS-PF]

I have an S1A and while I like the double-tap for high and the memory the side activation switch is effing useless when you're trying to turn the light on in a hurry, in the dark. You can try to position the clip so the button is next to, or exact opposite of the clip. But as you've found the clip moves.
I prefer the simple interface, price and tailcap switch of the Streamlight protacs like the 1L or 1L-1AAA.

[GuanoLoco]

Use a black zip tie to solve the clip problem.

[LittleLebowski]

Use a black zip tie to solve the clip problem.

Ah, the "Dillon 1050 fix"

[GuanoLoco]

Ah, the "Dillon 1050 fix"

Best $0.02 I ever spent on my PT1L and $0.06 I ever spent on my 1050.

[Irelander]

Looks like a nice light. Impressive output for a small light. I'm not a fan of the side button but I have never tried one. Doesn't seem like it would pair with a pistol very well.

Is there a good USA made light that is price competitive to this or say the FourSevens Quark line?