The Cabela’s 15 Lumen LED Keychain Light is a tiny, budget-friendly light that clips onto your keys or camping gear. It’s built for quick tasks like finding zippers, unlocking car doors, or grabbing something in your tent after dark.
A compact, durable keychain light that’s bright enough for close-range use and small-gear organization. Handy and affordable, but the twist-on switch feels weak. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3 / 5)
Lightweight and compact
Aluminum housing feels solid for the price
Includes batteries
Bright enough for basic campsite use
Great value under $10
Twist on/off design can loosen the light head
Not rechargeable
Short battery life compared with larger flashlights
Low brightness for long-distance tasks
I bought this light from Cabela’s Nanaimo, and it’s been useful for quick jobs at night — unzipping tents, checking coolers, or finding the right key. My only issue is the twist-on mechanism: it’s too easy to unthread, and I often feel like the light head might come off completely. For such a small product it’s handy, but I’d prefer a click-style switch for better security.
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Campers who want a backup light on their keyring or pack
Everyday users who need quick access to light
Families wanting small, inexpensive flashlights for kids
Campers needing high-output or rechargeable lights
People who lose small gear easily
Users who prefer a strong, click-style switch
Brightness: 15 lumens
Power: 4 × LR41 batteries (included)
Operation: Twist on/off
Material: Aluminum body
MSRP: ≈ $7 – 9 CAD
Q: Can the batteries be replaced?
A: Yes – it uses standard LR41 cells.
Q: Is it waterproof?
A: Water-resistant only – fine for light rain.
Q: Does the twist switch wear out?
A: It can loosen over time; tighten gently after use.
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Stanley Alderliesten — Founder of CampWreck
Local to Vancouver Island, Stanley spends most weekends camping, hiking, and exploring the coast with his family. CampWreck focuses on practical, first‑hand trip ideas and honest gear reviews tested around the Island.