This Affordable Camping Essential From Costco Doubles As A Power Supply & Charger

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If you're packing for camping, tailgating, or nature trips, Costco has one camping essential you don't want to forget. The 3000 Lumen Tri-Power Rechargeable Lantern by Duracell delivers up to 3,000 lumens of brightness — enough to light up a base camp or the inside of your tent — with four modes to choose from: high, medium, low, and eco-mode. Plus, the lamp has a dimming feature and a red flasher. But this multitasker is much more than just a camping lantern.

The Duracell lantern stands out for its tri‑power charging system — it has a built-in solar panel on the top, a USB‑C input, and offers Qi (wireless) charging for your devices. That means you can recharge it by sunlight, a power bank, or plug it in. There's also a space for "D" batteries, which is a great backup if the other options aren't available. On top of that, it also lets you charge your phone or devices via USB output. These features make it a reliable all-in-one camp companion, according to reviewers.

The lantern weighs just over 2 pounds and measures about 10″ tall by about 5″ wide, making it compact enough for backpacking or anyone looking to pack lighter on their next camping trip. And with an IPX4 water-resistant rating, you won't have to worry about mist or light rain. For $40 online from Costco, this lantern brings serious versatility — from bright, long-lasting light, flexible charging (solar, USB‑C, Qi), and emergency phone power — to any situation. It's also always a good idea to check pricing at your local Costco — some shoppers have found it on sale for as low as $26.99.

Outdoor users and reviewers are fans of the Duracell Tri-Power Lantern's adaptability. "I like that this lantern can be powered multiple ways," said reviewer VMcNab on Costco's website. "And it's small enough to be convenient to take along while being a really bright light source." Another reviewer also suggested shopping locally to score a better deal. Reviewer BR76 shared, "We had a 24 hour blackout from some storms this year and this lantern was a life saver for us."

One hour of solar charging gives the lantern one hour of light (in ECO mode). Just flip that solar panel open to reveal the induction charger where you can recharge devices compatible with Qi charging. While some reviewers say the solar charging can be a bit slow, it's easy to set it and forget it while you're out hiking or exploring away from your campsite.

One potential drawback is that the red light feature only works as a flashing light. "I suppose Duracell intends it as an emergency use case, but given the brand went through the effort of adding red LEDs, just let them stay on!" wrote reviewer Sean McCoy for GearJunkie. Some campers may want to purchase a separate light to keep the bugs away in the evenings, like this AODOO rechargeable camping red light. However, you can use the flashing red light on top of your car if you break down at night, making this lantern the road trip essential you didn't know you needed. Whether in camp, on a beach at dusk, or even at home during a blackout, this lantern's brightness, multiple power modes, and USB charging make it stand out among Costco's camping supplies.