OLIGHT Warrior Nano Tactical Flashlight - Compact 1200 Lumen EDC Light

In this review the OLIGHT Warrior Nano proves itself as a compact, purpose-driven EDC tactical flashlight for users who want maximum output without a bulky carry profile. The single biggest reason to buy is its balance of raw brightness and everyday usability: a claimed 1,200 lumens and a 135 meter throw in a pocket-friendly package, with both a side mode selector and a tactical dual tail switch that makes switching to high output immediate and intuitive. It is especially useful for outdoor users and anyone wanting a reliable rechargeable emergency light.

Key Features

• 1200 lumens output: Delivers a powerful beam that reaches long distances, useful for trail scouting or lighting a yard in an outage.
• Dual switches: A side switch selects six everyday modes while a dual tail switch gives instant high output for tactical or emergency moments.
• Long moonlight runtime: The rechargeable battery can run for up to 40 days on Moonlight mode, making it dependable for long-term carry or emergency kits.
• Six lighting levels plus tactical modes: Turbo, Half-Turbo, High, Medium, Low and Moonlight plus Strobe and Momentary-on offer flexibility for many tasks.
• Compact pocket carry: The two-way stainless steel pocket clip supports deep carry bezel down or bezel up for comfortable everyday pocket or kit storage.

Who It's For

The Warrior Nano is aimed at everyday carry enthusiasts, hikers, and homeowners who need a compact flashlight that still produces high output when required. Its dual-switch layout is a good match for users who want preset lower modes for daily tasks and immediate access to Turbo for search or self-defense scenarios.

Those who should look elsewhere include users who require extremely long runtimes at high output levels for continuous work lighting, or photographers needing ultra-stable color-rendering from a dedicated worklight, since this is built as a tactical EDC rather than a professional scene light.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very high brightness for the size, making it useful for outdoor and security tasks.
• Well thought out controls with both a side mode selector and a tactical tail switch.
• Rechargeable battery with excellent Moonlight runtime for long-term carry.
• Two-way pocket clip gives flexible carry options without adding bulk.

Cons

• High Turbo output will drain the battery relatively quickly compared with Moonlight runtimes.

Specifications

Brand	OLIGHT
Model	Warrior Nano
Maximum output	1,200 lumens
Beam throw	135 meters
Lighting modes	Turbo, Half-Turbo, High, Medium, Low, Moonlight, Strobe, Momentary-on
Runtime (Moonlight)	Up to 40 days
Recharge	MCC rechargeable battery

Our Verdict

The OLIGHT Warrior Nano is a smart pick for anyone who wants a true compact tactical flashlight that still outputs powerful light when needed. It delivers excellent value for outdoor users and EDC carriers thanks to strong output, intuitive dual switches, and long low-mode runtime, but users needing extended high-output run times should plan on carrying spare charging options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Warrior Nano rechargeable?
Yes, it uses a rechargeable battery with an included MCC charger for convenient recharging.

How many modes does it have?
It offers six brightness levels plus Strobe and Momentary-on tactical modes for flexible use.

Can it fit in a pocket comfortably?
Yes, the two-way stainless steel pocket clip allows bezel up or bezel down deep carry for comfortable pocket carry.