Last Updated: April 22, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Goal Zero Crush Light Solar Powered Lantern
Last Updated: April 22, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
71
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
6
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USB
181.44 grams
WEIGHT
100 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 65 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Charging
17charging, charge, usb, recharge, sun
+82%
-18%
" ... It does everything I want it to do include charging multiple ways ... "
" ... I like that these fold flat and that I don't need to inflate them and that they can be recharged via solar or plug-in. ... "
" ... Easy to charge and easy to store. ... "
" ... While we are on the subject of solar let me make a point about solar expectations. ... Only the largest solar panels will provide strong recharge ability and then only if they are in bright sunlight for many hours. ... Please understand that the most practical way to recharge the Crush Light is via the USB cable from a wall outlet or portable battery pack. ... Then once fully charged place it on a windowsill with good sun exposure to keep it topped off. ... "
" ... Easy to store in a pack or hang on pack exterior to recharge. ... Will update once I’ve tested lighting duration and ease of solar recharging. ... "
" ... Nice benefit to other similar prices and sized lanterns is that I get BOTH the solar charging while out for a few days, and fast charge from USB when I need speed. ... "
" ... Solar powered charging is a plus for remote activities with no easy access to electricity/batteries. ... My approach was to first fully charge the lantern with the provided micro USB cable (2.5 hour charge time) and then rely on solar power as supplemental charging when I was camping. ... Small LED light next to micro USB connector will be red when charging and will turn green when charging is complete. ... "
" ... It works great so far, though I haven't had it long enough to recharge. ... "
Size
16light, lightweight, backpacking, packs, flat
+94%
-6%
" ... Great light for backpacking. ... "
" ... Gives enough light to read and do tasks and fold down very flat to place it almost anywhere. ... "
" ... An excellent, lightweight lantern. ... "
" ... Folds down nice and compact for in my pack. ... "
" ... softer LED light, compact, convenient, versitile. ... "
" ... Packs up super small. ... "
" ... super bright, lightweight, and so easy to fit in a pack! ... "
" ... Quite versatile too. ... "
For Travel
11light, use, camping trip, backpacking, tent
+91%
-9%
" ... Works well, great for camping, does fine in the rain. ... I keep this on my glove box and also used it in my most recent camping trip, great for your tent or camping area, can hang it off your hip and offers good light in all directions. ... "
" ... This is great for using in the tent when camping. ... "
" ... Super easy to pack in and out on any backcountry camping trip. ... "
" ... Packs flat, great for backpacking and car camping. ... "
" ... My wife likes having a night light in the bathroom while traveling and many hotels and places we have stayed do NOT have an outlet to plug in a night light. ... "
" ... Great light for backpacking. ... "
" ... Likewise it can get you through a three day camping trip easily. ... "
" ... I haven't taken it backpacking and camping yet, but just trying it out around the house and during power outages, it seems like a great piece of kit -- light, affordable, and seems pretty robust. ... "
Features
9around, mode, luci, lights, hung
+89%
-11%
" ... I went with the chroma version so I can have the red light which I prefer if I am reading. ... "
" ... Works as advertised and puts out good light. ... "
" ... Luci's are great lights but I never liked the blowing mechanism. ... This light resolves those two problems. ... They look for reasons to take the light with them. ... The light is great around camp, it can be hung up on a rope easily. ... The on/off switch is easy to operate and it has three light settings, high, medium and low. ... "
" ... Awesome little light. ... "
" ... Light's bright. ... "
" ... Amazing little light. ... "
" ... The light is great. ... "
Battery Life
7solar, hours, fully charged, light, charge
+86%
-14%
" ... Perfect for hurricane preparation just bought a second one, the first one lights for hours ... "
" ... I appreciate being able to use the sun to charge the light. ... "
" ... And you don't need any extra batteries. ... "
" ... Easy to store in a pack or hang on pack exterior to recharge. ... Will update once I’ve tested lighting duration and ease of solar recharging. ... "
" ... It works great so far, though I haven't had it long enough to recharge. ... "
" ... Only the largest solar panels will provide strong recharge ability and then only if they are in bright sunlight for many hours. ... Then once fully charged place it on a windowsill with good sun exposure to keep it topped off. ... If you follow this routine, you will always have a fully charged light when you need it most. ... "
Night Photography
6night, little
+100%
" ... Great little solar light! ... "
" ... I use this light to read in my camper at night. ... "
" ... Perfect for a camp night. ... "
" ... Light's bright. ... "
" ... Amazing little light. ... "
" ... Tested it on the lowest setting at night and lasted the entire night. ... "
Product Reliability
4mode, days, 3
+50%
-50%
" ... All three were defective. ... "
" ... This item never worked. ... It just flashes off and on and then turns off, its not the candle mode, its just faulty. ... "
Price
4cost, low
+75%
-25%
" ... Other than that, well worth the money! ... "
" ... Build quality seemed good, especially considering its low cost. ... The best part of the Crush Light is its cost. ... The value to cost ratio of this Goal Zero product is very high indeed. ... "
" ... Love it, and the low price. ... "
Build Quality
4plastic, handle, enough, zero, well
+75%
-25%
" ... Seems sturdy enough. ... "
" ... Build quality seemed good, especially considering its low cost. ... The removable handle is strong and well attached. ... the entire electronic module with solar on the top, battery inside, and LED lights on the bottom is solid and protected from the elements. ... "
" ... Goal zero products are tough, durable, and dependable. ... "
Setup
3demo, light
+67%
-33%
" ... However, it's worth noting that this item ships in "demo" mode. ... "
" ... It was shipped out in demo mode. ... "
For Kids
3love, kids
+100%
" ... Got it for my kids and they love it just as much, using it every night before they go to bed. ... "
" ... Perfect for a tent or reading to your kids at night. ... "
Ease of Use
3use
+100%
" ... So simple & easy to use. ... "
" ... It is lightweight which makes it easy to hang from the center of the tent. ... "
Controls
3press
-100%
" ... It doesn't work and yes I held down the button for 10 seconds. ... "
Capacity
3collapses
+100%
" ... I also love how it collapses, taking up very little room ... "
" ... We liked this product so much we bought crush lights for the entire family. ... "
" ... I recommend that you consider this as a perfect stocking stuffer for family. ... "
Storage
3van, small, like, company, back
+67%
-33%
" ... Very useful around camp and doesn’t take up much space. ... "
" ... Throws lots of light in a small space, like a one-person tent, back of a pickup under a shell or in the back of a small van (like my Dodge RAM City Van). ... "
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Specifications
Body
Weight: 181.44 grams
Size: 100 meters
Connectivity
USB: Yes