Goal Zero has a very interesting history where it started as a cause in March 2007 and had a new beginning in 2009 when it started as a business, is producing smart and portable solutions specially designed to improve the human experiences. Lighthouse 400 Lantern and USB power hub is the brightest light created by them. A little cute lantern with a light that is unbelievably bright is easy to have with you all the time wherever you go. Its compact size allows you to have it in your bag all along. Also, this light can charge your phone that makes it the only light you need.
Goal Zero Lighthouse 400 Lantern and USB Power Hub – Features
This light has a lot of good features but there is just one problem with the design. The button for turning on and off and brightening and dimming the light create complications. Else it is a perfect light for traveling or keeping with yourself for emergencies.
A Bright Light: Despite its little size this light is capable of giving out a really bright light. It gives out a warm white light of 400 lumens, which lightens up the surrounding to an astonishing extent. The light can lit your surroundings for up to 48 hours. It is great for your camping and will light up your tent.
Can Charge Electronics: A USB port is provided from where you can charge your phones or power up your tablets. This feature makes this light a distinct one over the other lights available in the market as you cannot only get the light from it when it’s dark but can also power up your electronics.
Collapsible Stand: The stand is provided to enhance the dimensions of the light. It can be folded for easy storage. Also, you can hang the light using a built-in handle. Basically, it is an easy-to-use light as you can stand it, hang and can store it comfortably.
Directional Lighting: This lantern is capable of giving you light at 360 or you can save up on power and increase the run time by using the directional lighting feature in which you can lit only half of the lantern and get the light for long hours.
Goal Zero Lighthouse 400 Lantern and USB Power Hub – Charging Options
The light has several charging options that you can make use of, and advantage yourself with. The following are the three options you can use and make this light perfect for all times.
USB Source: It can be charged by a USB source and can charge up in 5 hours to give the light for 2.5 – 48 hours
Solar Panel: You can also attach a compatible solar panel (Goal Zero Nomad) and charge the light from the sun in 7 – 14 hours.
Hand Crank: If you are on the go and have no source to charge the light you can use the hand crank to instantly get the light. 1 minute of hand crank can provide light for up to 10 minutes.
Goal Zero Lighthouse 400 – Technical Specifications
Following are the technical specification of the Goal Zero Lighthouse 400 Lantern and USB Power Hub.
⦁ Charging time is 5 hours using a USB source and 7 – 14 hours for Nomad 7 Solar Panel.
⦁ There are 2 USB ports. An input and an output, both are 5V.
⦁ The battery used in the light is Li-on MNC having a capacity of 16.3 Wh or 3.7V, 4400mAh. The battery has hundreds of lifecycles
⦁ The output light is a warm white LED of 2x3W giving out 400 lumens of light. The color temperature of the light is 3,500 Kelvin.
⦁ The run times of the light are:
⦁ 48 hours on low with one side lit
⦁ 24 hours on low with both sides lit
⦁ 6 hours on high with one side lit
⦁ 2.5 on high with both sides lit
⦁ When using a hand crank, 1 minute of hand crank at 130 RPM can give you a light for 10 minutes on low.
⦁ This light is certified by ROHS, FCC, and CE.
⦁ The dimensions of the light are 5” x 4.5” x 6.5” or 12.7 x 11.4 x 16.5 cm.
⦁ The weight of the light is 498 grams that are equal to 1.1 lbs.
Pros:
⦁ It has a long battery life.
⦁ It is lightweight.
⦁ It can charge your phone.
⦁ The light is unbelievably bright besides being little in size.
⦁ The built-in USB charger cable is very handy.
⦁ It is very well built.
⦁ It is water-proof
Cons:
⦁ The button to turn on and off the light is located in apposition which is hard to find.
⦁ Turning on button is hard to press.
⦁ The operation of the button is typical as the button works in the cycle; it is used for bringing and dimming the light and turning on and off.
So you would often find yourself pressing the button 2 – 3 times to get your work done.
Key Specifications:
⦁ The light is adjustable and directional LED.
⦁ The light is up to 400 lumens
⦁ It has a USB output to charge your phone. It has an internal lithium battery that boasts 4,400mAh.
⦁ It also has a rechargeable internal battery that can be charged through any port (USB).
⦁ Has a hand crank to charge the light anytime, anywhere
⦁ It can be charged with a Goal Zero Nomad Solar panel
⦁ It has collapsible legs to increase the dispersion of light and can be folded for easy storage.
⦁ It can illuminate 360.
⦁ You can save power and turn the just half of the lantern on.
⦁ It has a run time of up to 48 hours
⦁ It is very light and weighs 1.1 lbs.
⦁ It has a warm white LED.
⦁ The dimensions of the lantern are 4.5” x 5” x 6.5”.
Verdict:
It is a perfect light for camping & those who fear the dark. You can get the bright light anytime and anywhere and can charge up your devices to stay connected. This one is definitely a life-saver. The only problem you’ll be facing is with the button but once you get used to it, it would be just perfect.
