Forget what you know about keychain lights. Streamlight’s KeyMate USB disguises itself as another key on your keychain, but it’s no secret how useful it can be. Bringing 35 lumens to bear, the KeyMate’s features give it unique uses that make it ideal as a backup or emergency light. And with its size and spring-loaded attachment clip, it’s a no-brainer light to add to your kit.
You won’t find the usual LED and reflector on this light. Since the KeyMate keeps its strip-shaped LED on the underside of its “blade,” you can turn it on face down on a flat surface for unique area illumination thanks to the sweeping, floody beam it gives off. With three modes and plenty of runtime (up to 2 hours on low), it’s enough light to let you work in a pinch or flash in case of an emergency. Its spring-loaded clip also makes it easy to take the KeyMate off your keychain and attach it to a zipper pull or lanyard, giving you hands-free task lighting or a better location for use as a signal beacon.
There’s no bulky battery to replace; with built-in USB charging and an included cable, topping up the KeyMate is as easy as charging your phone. And without a larger battery it stays compact and lightweight at 2.9” and 0.5 ounces, making it an invisible yet useful backup light for your EDC.
You can pick up the Streamlight KeyMate USB from Amazon at the link below.
