RovyVon A5 Upgraded Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight, 5000K, 450 Lumens, EDC Fluorescent Green, with Red Signal/White Sidelight

I’ve had this flashlight about a week, and I really like it. I went through a pretty extensive process of evaluation to decide which Rovyvon light I wanted, so I think it’s worth sharing what I found out.Rovyvon makes a lot of flavors of their Aurora series lights. There are a lot of different body materials (polycoarbonate, aluminum, stainless, titanium), and feature variations, and two different colors of the main LED, but they all break down into 3 sizes.The A_ series is about the same size as an AA battery if you discount the keyring loop on the tail, and it has a 130 mAh battery.The A_x series are the newer versions of the A_ series, and are slightly bigger. They’re about the same width as a chapstick, but about 1/4” shorter than the chapstick, and have a 300 mAh battery.The A2_ series has a 600 mAh replaceable battery (don’t get too excited, it’s proprietary and costs like $30) and is more like the size of an 18650 battery.Weights vary depending on the body material. The polycarbonate A- series weight almost nothing.The bigger the battery, the brighter the main LED, and the longer it will last. All of them have a “turbo” mode that is super bright, but only stays super bright for about 2 minutes before it has to step down to a lower level to avoid overheating. (Rovyvon is very clear about this, and gives you the specs for both light levels.) The medium mode also steps down. For example, the A5x with the Cree LED in Turbo produces 650 lumens, but steps down to 130 lumens in a couple of minutes. The Nichia LED version of the same light goes from 450 L down to 90 L.What this means is, you can have a super bright flashlight for a minute or two, and a moderately bright flashlight for an hour or more.I tried 4 different polycarbonate models. I wanted a light that:- Is small and light enough to fit in my pocket without my noticing it’s there- is rechargeable or has a removable rechargeable battery- Doesn’t turn on in my pocket and drain the battery- Is bright and long lasting enough to hike a half hour on a dark road- Has a nice low-level light for when you want a bit of candlelight or moonlight in the room- Is bright enough on its turbo mode to scare away coyotesThe A_ series are incredibly small and lightweight. Love that. Small battery, not so long-lasting. The Turbo modes were very bright but not stun-gun level. I found that the step-down light level was too low for me to walk around on rough terrain in the dark. It was borderline, though. If you’re young and have good vision, they may be plenty bright. But that made me go to the A_x series.The A5x with Nichia LED was bright enough in Turbo and step-down, and it can last 90 mins (according to Rovyvon. I haven’t tested that.) I also like that it has 4 light levels (A_ series only has three). There’s a pretty low Moonlight mode. The warmer LED Color and high CRI of the Nichia LED seems to give a little better definition to objects in the dark, which makes up for it not being as bright as the CREE version.Then there’s the question of all the versions and their different options. I wanted the side light, so that meant choosing a polycarbonate body.I liked the idea of glow-in-the-dark, so I checked out the green (A5 and A5x) and the blue (A7). While I loved the blue when it was glowing brightly, it doesn’t glow nearly as bright as the green. More important, after they’ve been discharging for a while and the glow is just visible in the dark, I can’t tell the difference between blue and green color. So the green seemed a better choice to me.They also offer different colors of side lights. The white-and-red versions have one or two white LED’s, and a red LED that can either be on steadily or flash. There’s a white, red and blue option that flashes red/blue like a police car, too.Then there’s the white-and-UV options. RovyVon says the the UV is mainly to charge up the glow-in-the-dark body. (You can use it to see funny stuff embedded in currency, too.) If charging up the body is the only thing you need UV for, then don’t bother getting the UV versions. The body charges up just fine by turning on the white side-lights for about two minutes; that enough to make it glow all night. (I stick the whole flashlight in an empty cookie-wrapper that’s made of a reflective plastic inside, that seems to charge it even better.)The A_x series has two brightness levels for the side white LEDs. I selected a white and red option (A5x), which has a red that’s good enough to read small things without spoiling my night vision. The other light levels are all good as explained above. It fits in the 5th pocket of my jeans, and even if it’s in the main pocket, it doens’t seem to get beaten up by my keys, pocketknife, etc. It holds a charge well. It appears to be well-made, but only time will tell about that.If you only need a light now and then, the little A_ series might be just the thing, but I think they’re starting to get harder to find. The A_x series packs a lot more brightness, duration, and a wider range of features for only a tiny increase in size (the A_x is actually a little easier to hold in your hand, too, and easier to clip onto the brim of your cap because the clip is longer.) I have not tried the A2_ series, but the size and weight specs seem like it would not disappear in your pocket quite as readily.

I first started using LED flashlights nearly 15 years ago when the technology was new, have since acquired a diverse and coveted collection. Now, as prices have come way down and the LED technology has matured, stunning lights like the Aurora series can be had found with features that used to be reserved only for $100+ torches. If you are already here, you likely know that RovyVon’s small A series lights are terrific. However, the differences between models may be mystifying at first. Let’s break down any confusion. We’ll talk about common features, differences, and what I recommend:WHAT KEY FEATURES DO ALL OF THE ROVYVON AURORA’S SHARE?BATTERY: A couple of years ago, RovyVon upgraded to a longer lasting 330mAH battery. Thus, almost all models currently available have it. Look for the round on/off switch and not the older vertical design.MEMORY FOR YOUR FAVORITE INTENSITY SETTING: Let’s clear up any confusion. Double click to turn on the light. Then click through to find your desired default intensity. Leave on for three minutes. Turn off light. Viola! It’s set. Note that the highest lumens intensity is extraordinary for a torch of this size but can only be obtained by keeping your finger down on the button. For good reason this blindingly bright setting can only be used for 30 seconds and not preset.SIDELIGHTS: This is a unique and cool RovyVon feature. The lights will come on with a triple click. Click again to cycle through brightness, blinking, etc. These lights come on just below the on/off switch and if unaware can be really a shock to the eyes. Keep your finger over them as you naturally would when typically turning on the flashlight. Depending on model, your third sidelight setting will either be a UV feature to make the light really glow beautifully in in the dark for many hours, or a red light version. However, here’s what I’ve learned re the UV advantages:On almost all of the A series models, UV won’t do any counterfeit bill or crime detection. If you need that get the A8UV. However, despite the similar physical look of this model you will give up the glow (GITD) ability. The red color in some models is more useful than I’d figured and can be used blinking, or not. The other models with UV instead of red do make the glow more quickly intense. However, you do not need this feature at all to ensure your light will glow beautifully, either short term or overnight.LUMENS: Plenty! Don’t worry about the numbers. All are exceedingly bright, whether the emitter is cooler XP-G3 CREE or warmer NICHIA 219. What’s most important to so-called pros like me is the lowest low setting, also referred to as “firefly” or “moonlight.” All current models will go down to either 2 or 3 lumens. The difference between 2 and 3 is not noticeable in real world use. That’s not as low as you’d think in the middle of the night. (More about this later.)DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS:Very little indeed. At the time of this review, the $27 versions with GITD can still be found in either Nichia with red sidelight option, or Cree without the red sidelights. A tremendous value! (As is $38 for lights of this caliber.)A5 or A5X: Great! These can be found as low as $27 when the pricing is best. Same model, whether marketed as “X “or not.A8UV or A8U: Again, same light. This is the one that DOES NOT GLOW. But it has genuine UV counterfeit detection. The other models marked U or UV do not.A7X: It glows blue instead of green. Keep in mind blue looks cool but is not quite as bright.NICHIA OR NOT?With most having a free returns policy, you may want to pick up both the Cree and Nichia versions of the light you are interested in, if offered. As a pro photog, I like warmer tones yet these are not necessarily more accurate. You do get more perceived contrast with Nichia. And, again, in real world use don’t be dissuaded by 450 lumens vs. 650. That means little as you actually use your torch. I love these little gems so much I own both Nichia and Cree versions.DO YOU NEED A FLASHLIGHT THAT WILL “TAILSTAND” ?This is an area of needed improvement. You can technically get these to tail stand so they work like a candle. However, not with the clip on, and not easily. I’m planning to glue a small round magnetized disc on the bottom so my Aurora’s will now easily stand up.The Auroras are unusual in having the sidelights, so they can work like a lamp with the light oriented face down, but not at the lowest moonlight setting I covet late night.IS THE “LOW” AT 2-3 LUMENS LOW ENOUGH?No. I hope the good folks at RovyVon will adjust this down to .5 lumens like several competing brands like OLIGHT and EAGTAC. Is it a deal killer? Not for most people. But in the middle of the night 2-3 lumens actually is jarringly bright. Perfect is .5 lumens. Fingers crossed for an Aurora improvement to make a near perfect light even better.SHOULD YOU BUY ONE?Absolutely! These are the greatest and I feel this A5 model is the best of all. I highly recommend this series of flashlight. I could not more highly recommend this series of flashlight. Much tinier than you may expect and truly just a bit bigger than a AA battery. All recent models fully charge in 90 minutes. All are profoundly excellent for the money with a better than average two year warranty, too. If this is your first LED flashlight prepare to be blown away by the brightness .If you are like many torch-heads like me, your RovyVon become a bright new “gateway drug” to starting an awesome new flashlight collecting hobby.

All these little lights from RovyVon are very similar but I hope this helps. The A is for the Aurora series and they're all about the same size, exactly the same as a MINI bic lighter but a little thinner.The number indicates how bright and expensive it will be from 1-8 so A1, A2...and the x means it has a slightly better battery, 330mAh instead of 260.There are different side or auxiliary lights, white, red, blue and UV. Except for the UV the side lights are pretty bright for reading or meandering.If it says Luminous then it glows in the dark. 7075 refers to the metal ring around the bulb end. They have built in usb micro and an ok rubber plug to keep it dry.Truly a keychain light, I got a few for zipper pulls, they are that small (but bright!)I recommend the 219 Nichia version for the nice warm color and good color reproduction.They come with a short cord, a sturdy ring and a clip. You might get a manual but the pdf is easy to find, and that's it. Nicely boxed, easy to open, no blister pack. They really are nice little lights that pack a bright punch.I tested mine and The A1 put out 7,350 lux at one meter, the A5 5,296 lux. Lumens measure total light output by a source in all directions while lux measures the intensity of the beam at a distance, so if you have two 100 lumen lights with two different beam angles (one flood, one spot) the spot will have higher lux because the light it puts on the wall is more concentrated in a small area. Smaller and brighter.I hope this helps.

I already had the previous version of the Aurora A5. I decided to upgrade for the longer battery life and a little more brightness. Didn't realize that this upgraded version was a little bit bigger but I guess that makes sense. I use them both as part of my ultralight backpacking gear. I like that the clips are reversible and I can clip the light to my hat when I want a headlamp.Not sure if I am a fan of the mode memory yet. The original had fixed or set modes (Low, Med, High, Flash) - this one adopts a mode if you leave the light on for a certain period of time in that mode. It starts out with Ultra Low, Low, Med, High. I do like that there is a lower low on this new one and that with the side lights - the white leds have 2 output levels. On my really crappy kitchen scale the original with clip weighs 0.5 OZ and this new upgraded version with clip weights 0.7 OZ.

I knew this thing was small but it's still a "wow that's small" comment when you see it. It's great though. Works like a charm. Plenty of brightness levels to suit your fancy and needs. Drops right in the pocket and gets lost in there it's so small. I can't speak for the pocket clip as I just drop it in my pocket with my little box cutter and chap stick. This thing is about the same thickness as the chap stick and even shorter. Takes up no room really. It's plenty bright. I use it every morning at work as I'm the first one there and have to walk through a dark warehouse to get to the light switch. I usually don't even turn it up all the way but it gives up plenty of light even in a big old warehouse.It looks cool, charges pretty fast and lights up a room. It's a go!