How bright is 1000 lumens for a camping lantern?

It is bright enough to light a large tent or a small room. Most campers will run it below full power to stretch battery life.

What batteries does it take?

It is battery powered and uses standard cells rather than a built-in rechargeable pack. Check the battery type before you pack it.

There is no stated water-resistance rating. Keep it out of rain and away from wet ground.

No. It runs on batteries only, so bring spares for multi-night trips.

Yes. It is simple to switch on in the dark and bright enough for a room, which makes it a reasonable emergency light.

Rechargeable rivals save on battery costs and often add water resistance. This one wins on simple battery swaps and a bright output.

At Lowe's, for $39.99, as of our latest check.

$39.99at Lowe'sChecked Nov 9

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