Size, weight, output, run time, batteries, impact resistance, modes, buttons, throw vs spread, even heat dissipation are all different priorities for different people. Maybe if you listed a few more things you are looking for that might help with suggestions.
I've had good experiences with inexpensive Brinks to expensive Surefire with different brands in between. Nowadays, you can get pretty high output LED flashlights even from HD.
Personal preferences examples: I don't often use the highest mode on my lights for everyday use because it hurts my night vision. Some of my friends prefer higher output lights because they are working under a vehicle in a bright shop, and need to see into the unlit crevices. Similarly, I don't care about a 0.5 lumen moonlight mode while some people won't purchase a flashlight without one.
I have different lights for EDC at different times. Right now, my most carried is an EagleTac Clicky, but I also keep a Nitecore rechargeable in my briefcase/work bag. I have a rechargeable Fenix on my bed stand, and I usually take the Surefire when I travel or when I ride late at night.
I also have a handful of emergency keychain flashlights that I have stashed in different kits. They use those hearing aid batteries. Put one on your keychain with a leatherman Squirt and you have a lot of bases covered in a small package.
I've had good experiences with inexpensive Brinks to expensive Surefire with different brands in between. Nowadays, you can get pretty high output LED flashlights even from HD.
Personal preferences examples: I don't often use the highest mode on my lights for everyday use because it hurts my night vision. Some of my friends prefer higher output lights because they are working under a vehicle in a bright shop, and need to see into the unlit crevices. Similarly, I don't care about a 0.5 lumen moonlight mode while some people won't purchase a flashlight without one.
I have different lights for EDC at different times. Right now, my most carried is an EagleTac Clicky, but I also keep a Nitecore rechargeable in my briefcase/work bag. I have a rechargeable Fenix on my bed stand, and I usually take the Surefire when I travel or when I ride late at night.
I also have a handful of emergency keychain flashlights that I have stashed in different kits. They use those hearing aid batteries. Put one on your keychain with a leatherman Squirt and you have a lot of bases covered in a small package.