Panasonic ncr-18650b battery perfectly works with the product. The battery is rechargeable by usb which is really cool. The light will also shine while being recharged, which is huge if you forget to recharge it.

The cob light articulates 180 degrees plus 360 degrees also. The long cob light is my favorite and shines a big flood of light in a general area. The cob end gives a good flood light and the flexible head has good reach for tight areas. Talking about ...  Read More

The base of the flashlight is magnetic so if you have a magnetic surface like the inside of a car hood you can attach it magnetically. The magnetic base is quite strong when affixed to high iron content metals. The magnet is very strong and the attach...  Read More

The flashlight has a padded case with a foam insert. The only thing i can't comment on is the longevity, but i expect that to be acceptable based on the build quality.

This particular light is worth the extra few dollars you pay compared to other similar/identical lights you see here on amazon that look to be manufactured in the same factory. It has a better case and a better snake-light attachment that's a full 16 ...  Read More

Westinghouse has a nearly identical unit for about $10 more, might be worth checking out if they have a better replacement policy. Disappointed after reading so many positive reviews. Lasted less than a month and fell apart.