Social Media Users Swear By This Budget-Friendly Camping Essential From Costco

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When your campsite goes pitch‑black, you want a flashlight that's not just bright but also reliable, and, dare we say, even a little fun to wield. Well, Costco has done it again — the store's Infinity X1 7000L Dual Power Rechargeable Flashlight has made plenty of waves on social media for its brightness and affordability. With all the awesome Costco items that will improve your camping experience, you may just want to add this to the list — especially if you're looking for a heavy-hitter in the brightness department.

With its twist-to-focus beam, built-in heat lock protection, dual USB-C ports, and more, it's no wonder this flashlight has earned cult-favorite status among campers. The flashlight has a 7,000-lumen Cree LED bulb, which probably explains why Redditor u/rsmoz described it as "bright as f***." And at just $49.99 online, it's a steal compared to similar flashlights, like this Olight Marauder Mini and this Nitecore Tactical Flashlight, which both typically sell for over $100.

Also, it offers more than just blinding brightness. This beast runs in high, medium, low, and strobe modes, and offers dual power flexibility, with a rechargeable battery and the option to swap in AA batteries (nine Duracells are included in the box). Campers can tie or clip the flashlight to a carabiner for easy access and the flashlight claims to provide up to 18 hours of use and a beam distance over 800 feet. However, anyone using it should remember one unspoken camping etiquette rule while around nearby campers: Avoid light pollution by keeping the lights low when they aren't needed and pointing your flashlight downward when in use.

From TikTok to Reddit to YouTube, social media users seem to agree that the Infinity X1 flashlight from Costco is extremely bright. As Redditor u/palmburntblue explained, "I stood on a balcony at a beach hotel ... and turned night into day for some crab hunters with this flashlight." While some point out that not everyone wants a flashlight that can be seen from space, others refer to its brightness adjustment, which goes down to a "low" setting. Still, most agree that this flashlight is better suited for camping or emergencies/power outages, rather than an everyday light for  walking the dog.

Another issue brought up across social media is the flashlight's tendency to get hot. On Reddit, u/13orn2kill joked, "The lamp will second as a heater if you're in a pickle." The flashlight comes with a heat safety lock, but another Redditor said they received an email from the company warning to be mindful of the heat. The packaging says the heat lock may not work with all materials and to not leave the flashlight standing up or laying on any surface — so, essentially, keep it in your hands whenever in use.

And while this flashlight may be a bit on the heavier side, meaning backpackers might want to consider something more compact, some social media commenters like its heft. According to Redditor u/justaguyintampa, "To me it was a good choice for the 'look around the house late at night with a flashlight that doubles as a weapon' category. Redditor u/timely-extension-804 added, "It's a great replacement to the Maglite style flashlights." That said, a heavy flashlight likely won't protect you from dangerous wildlife, so always be fully informed and prepared before heading into the woods.