A rechargeable searchlight is built for a different job than a pocket torch: it is bigger, brighter and made to hold a charge through a long evening of security checks, camping or load shedding. The four models below differ mostly in battery type and range, and that is the best way to choose between them. Here is what each one offers and which job it fits.
The two-in-one: AKKO STAR 50080
The AKKO STAR 50080 carries two light sources in one unit: a 15W flood surface and a 7W directional beam. It gives 1000 lumens over 400 meters with three modes, from bright search to table lamp, and runs 4 to 17 hours depending on the mode. It charges from an AC plug.
The Li-ion option: DP-7303 Jumbo
Most searchlights in this range use lead-acid batteries and AC charging, but the DP-7303 uses a 7000mAh Li-ion battery that charges over USB. It gives 700 lumens over 500 meters with a touch switch and an IPX4 rating for light splashes, and it runs 6 hours.
The long-life battery: DP-7311
The DP-7311 has a 15W LED and a 7000mAh battery rated for over 1200 recharge cycles, which is well beyond most lights in this range. It gives 800 lumens for 8 hours with dim and bright settings, and suits load shedding and general outdoor use.
The simple backup: DP-7310
The DP-7310 is the basic option: 200 lumens from a 3W LED and an 1800mAh battery, with a metal body and two settings. It runs 6 hours on strong or 12 hours on weak, which suits camping, power outages and general backup lighting.
| Feature | DP-7311 Rechargeable Search Light | DP-7310 Rechargeable Flashlight | DP-7303 Jumbo Flashlight | AKKO STAR 50080 Search Light |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product | ||||
| Price | KSh 5,500 Sold out | KSh 1,400 Sold out | KSh 4,800 Sold out | KSh 2,350 Sold out |
| Brightness | 800 lumens | 200 lumens | 700 lumens | 1000 lumens (highest) |
| Runtime | 8 hours (highest) | 6-12 hours | 6 hours | 4-17 hours |
| Battery | 7000mAh, size Lead-acid 7000mAh | 1800mAh, size Lead-acid 1800mAh | 7000mAh, size Li-ion 7000mAh | 4800mAh, size Li-ion 4800mAh |
| Charging Port | AC plug | AC plug | USB | AC plug |
| LED Type | LED 15W | LED 3W | LED 8W | LED 15W+7W |
| Stands out | Highest runtime | Highest brightness | ||
| Suits | Load shedding, general outdoor use, and anywhere lasting battery life matters more than shaving weight | Camping, power outages, and general outdoor use where a simple, dependable backup light is enough | Emergency lighting, outdoor use, and camping | Camping, hiking, emergency kits, and home use during power outages |
| Link | View & Buy | View & Buy | View & Buy | View & Buy |
How to choose
- Range: choose the DP-7303 for 500 meters or the AKKO STAR 50080 for 400 meters.
- Battery: Li-ion with USB charging on the DP-7303, lead-acid with AC charging on the DP-7311 and DP-7310.
- Runtime: up to 17 hours on the AKKO STAR 50080 in its longest mode.
Which one fits your job
For security rounds, pick by range. For power cuts and camping, the 1000 lumen AKKO STAR 50080 doubles as a table lamp. For a long-lived battery, the DP-7311 stands out.
Other options worth a look
- Klarus XT11R Tactical Flashlight, 1300 Lumens, 300m Beam, IPX8KSh 9,000
- Klarus XT11S Tactical Flashlight, 1100 Lumens, 330m BeamKSh 12,500
- Scuba Diving Flashlight, 1100 Lumens, IPX8 Waterproof to 30mKSh 1,700
- Superfire Y5-N Wildlife Spotting Red light Flashlight, Yellow & Blue Filters, 600m Long-Range Zoom Beam, RGB Rear Light & Rechargeable 18650 BatteriesKSh 5,999
- SUPERFIRE Y20 Long Range Zoomable Flashlight, 1300 Lumens, 700 m Beam, IPX4KSh 4,100
- OSRAM 1KM Zoomable Flashlight, 1000m Beam, RechargeableKSh 4,000
- Klarus A1 PRO Flashlight, 1300 Lumens, 230m Beam, USB-CKSh 5,500
- SUPERFIRE J6 LED Flashlight, 480 Lumens, 200m Range, USB-CKSh 3,500
Match the range and the battery to your job, then open the card to check current price and stock.
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Where you would use it
- Security checks Sweep a compound or gate with a long beam without walking out into the dark.
- Power cuts A rechargeable searchlight lights a room or the yard through a long outage.
- Camping nights A bright search beam on the trail that doubles as a table lamp at camp.
Frequently asked questions
The DP-7303 Jumbo reaches 500 meters, ahead of 400 meters for the AKKO STAR 50080.
The DP-7303 Jumbo. The others in this list use AC plug charging.
The AKKO STAR 50080 runs 4 to 17 hours by mode, the DP-7310 runs 6 to 12 hours, the DP-7311 runs 8 hours and the DP-7303 runs 6 hours.
The AKKO STAR 50080 gives 1000 lumens, followed by the DP-7311 at 800 lumens.
