is this lantern adequate for indoors (i am only buying for power outages, no camping) or would the larger lantern be better?
620564
Katherine, if you are looking for whole room light I would go bigger. We use this in our tent and it is awesome for that but a larger room might want more light. We have a 6 person tent..hope that helps you:)
620565
I've only used it outdoors & in my tent but it gives out a lot of light so it should be adequate. I usually take it apart & only need one small light for walking around while camping. I love it!
620566
The larger lantern would be better. It works great for power outage. It is easy to take one off to go into another room and leave the others in living area. I bought this small one for grandkids to use for reading in bed and in their tent.
620567
This is a great lantern but I believe I would buy the larger one for power outages. It is really nice. Happy New Year.
620568
That would depend on your applications. The removable lamps are great for getting around and moving from room to room. In camping, they have even come in handy as reading lamps when hung. The advantage of the larger lamps ( Coleman has a couple of others) is more light. In power outages, the larger lantern is what I look for to keep the family running. That being said, this is a good go-to lamp to find quickly as the size is small and light good. Hope this helps.
620569
well its good but when you use the light seperated from lantern its to dim...might do better with a larger lantern
620570
Hi - it's very bright when all 4 are lit, I have 3 of them, mostly I like for the removable sections for my kids - they do sell a big one with 4 sections http://coleman.com/product/coleman-quad-led-lantern/2000001150?contextCategory=10452#.UsYV0E2A2M8, I have that one too, super bright, but this I believe would be great for your power outages - also http://coleman.com/product/high-tech-led-mini-lantern/2000002654?contextCategory=10452#.UsYWFE2A2M8 is a good one that is cheaper... I think you're need is good with the one you picked - check coleman.com and look for sales too
1581960
Yes it is big enough but I don't have a huge dining room. But mine works perfectly and the light I have is a lower wattage for a softer light but even at regular wattage I don't think it's meant to be super bright.
121618
You have to align a tab up inside. Look for something red on the lantern, line that up with the base. Do it careful and slow, or you will be spending quite some time getting it on. It is well worth it for the power and how long the batteries last. I pull out the batteries when not in use due to it having a electric switch so it is always on. Just have to use a flash light to put batteries in. I only use it for power outages.
657805
I was skeptical about the light when I bought it but was pleased when I used it. It illuminates the tent nicely. It's every bit as good as a couple Coleman battery operated lanterns but probably isn't quite good enough for reading. It's a good tent.
1549847
Yes, in a pinch (power outage, etc.). It's the best emergency light I have, though I wouldn't recommend it as a full-time desk lamp.
1055588
The lantern has 3 settings. The highest is very bright & I am sure you could read by it. However, the higher the setting the quicker the stored lighting will run out. I am not sure how long is would last on the highest setting. Perhaps the manufacturer could respond? I typically do use on the lowest around my deck at camp just so people can see where steps are. Hope that helps!
2261705
This is an ideal light to use indoors. If you use two lights you can get a nice backlight effect and the dimmer switch is convenient for adjusting the brightness quickly. I only use the white diffuser screen to get a flat neutral shot and I can adjust the temperature of the picture in Photoshop. This light can get extremely bright and could easily light up an object from 7-10 feet away depending on how much light you need.
908186
this lantern is a definite must have when emergency lighting is necessary. if you loose power during storms, etc, this is a must have. the 2 d cells (not provided) are all that is required to operate. the lantern is adjustable by turning a knob and provides adequate light for safe navigation. well worth the small amount of money paid.
943588
Its better if you get one of the cheap $3.00 0r $4.00 light at deals. The light will light your whole bedroom.
403266
This lantern is designed to use battery power unless the batteries are removed from the unit. So if you seek to always have it ready for emergency or otherwise, I would consider an alternative brand, better yet concept. Consider either purchasing rechargeable batteries or a lantern that is solar powered with rechargeable batteries. This way, you will not have to replace every 40 hours ($cost $6 each time) and will always have power for when you need the lantern. Also, you will not have to drive to the store and purchase saving gas not to mention the landfill on throw aways. There are a number of choices, such as from World Green Products. hope this helps. This lantern is designed to use battery power unless the batteries are removed from the unit. So if you seek to always have it ready for emergency or otherwise, I would consider an alternative brand, better yet concept. Consider either purchasing rechargeable batteries or a lantern that is solar powered with rechargeable batteries. This way, you will not have to replace every 40 hours ($cost $6 each time) and will always have power for when you need the lantern. Also, you will not have to drive to the store and purchase saving gas not to mention the landfill on throw aways. There are a... » Read More This lantern is designed to use battery power unless the batteries are removed from the unit. So if you seek to always have it ready for emergency or otherwise, I would consider an alternative brand, better yet concept. Consider either purchasing rechargeable batteries or a lantern that is solar powered with rechargeable batteries. This way, you will not have to replace every 40 hours ($cost $6 each time) and will always have power for when you need the lantern. Also, you will not have to drive to the store and purchase saving gas not to mention the landfill on throw aways. There are a number of choices, such as from World Green Products. hope this helps. « Show Less
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Buy a Lantern with a 6 volt lead acid rechargeable battery inside with a 6 volt bulb with replaceable one million candle power bulb. But you will pay nearly ten times the price of this Rayovac LED lantern and it will not burn all night long either .
750878
The red light for this lantern is very bright. You should be able to read a chart with it's red light on.
1435113
I have but one answer for you! Return the lantern!! It's very badly designed and will shortly fail completely!! You Have Been Warned!!
1657461
It's an outdoor lantern. It is smaller than I expected, but no other issues
721571
I do not believe it is bright enough for that purpose. It works well to light a small room but it is definitely a lantern.
1467866
I wouldn't recommend using this lantern with a 150-W light bulb. You could probably fit it in there, but the heat could ignite the thin paper, especially if the bulb is 5 inches wide. I think a 25-W bulb would be the only safe size to use.
1055589
It has 3 settings on it. On the brightest setting it would probably give off enough light to read by if you kept it close to you. Yes, i would say its more useful as mood lighting. We use a rechargeable Coleman lantern when we go camping. On its brightest setting it produces enough light for all of us to read by. It also has a low setting and a nightlight setting. We charge the battery at home before we leave and it lasts all weekend.