we have own a few cheap-o led minus flashlight , but think it would be smart to have a higher quality item with we camping tool , so I purchase this one . this mini maglite led be perfect ! it out-shine we other 3 lead light , have a focus option for the beam -lrb- very helpful ! -rrb- , a all-metal housing , and the quality feel you get with all maglite product . I be so please with this light , I be order a couple more to replace the one we keep in we glovebox .