BEST MAGNETIC AUTOMOTIVE WORK LIGHTS
Are you searching for the best magnetic work light for your next automotive project? Many options are available, ranging from handheld sizes to larger models that extend beyond arm's reach. Lets review…
HAND-SIZED AUTOMOTIVE MAGNETIC LIGHT
If you need a compact handheld option with a magnetic base, there are tons of choices. Let's explore a few different options.
1. AMAZON HOTLIGHT RECHARGEABLE MAGNETIC WORK LIGHT
The first option is one of Amazon’s best sellers, the HOTLIGH rechargeable magnetic work light goes for an average price of $40. It’s specs are pretty impressive:
1200 Lumens LED Bar and 100 Lumens LED Front spotlight
5000mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
USB-A charge port to charge your phone
360° Rotation
3 Lighting Modes w/stepless brightness adjustment
IPX4 rated
2. HARBOR FREIGHT ICON RECHARGEABLE MAGNETIC SLIM BAR WORK LIGHT
Next up is the Harbor Freight Icon Rechargeable Magnetic Handheld Foldable Slim Bar Work Light. It’s usually listed around $40 too and looks similar to the HOTLIGH. Here are its specs:
800 Lumens COB LED Bar
2600 mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
180° rotating head for precise light placement
3 Lighting Modes w/high & low brightness mode
IPX4 rated
3. MILWAUKEE REDLITHIUM STICK LIGHT
Milwaukee also came out with something similar to the HOTLIGH and Icon, the Milwaukee Redlithium Usb Stick Light with a magnetic base and hook. The higher sticker price of $99 will give you a removable/rechargeable battery option. Here are the specs:
550 Lumens LED Bar
Swappable Redlithium USB 3.0 3000 mAh or Redlithium USB 2500 mAh battery
220° of vertical light head rotation
4 Total light modes w/two brightness modes.
IP54 Rated
COMPACT AUTOMOTIVE MAGNETIC LIGHT
If you don’t care too much about hand grip and want to throw up some magnetic lights, grab some of these.
1. WORKPRO LED MAGNETIC WORK LIGHT
The best bang for your buck is the Workpro LED magnetic work lights. A 2-pack runs around $35 bucks which gives you the following features per light:
2000 Lumens COB LED
2000 mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
USB-A charge port to charge your phone
180° Rotatable stand with 7 adjustable stalls
4 Lighting Modes
2. ICON 2100 MAGNETIC COMPACT FLOOD LIGHT
Harbor Freight offers the ICON 2100 Lumen LED Rechargeable Magnetic Compact Floodlight. It runs around $55 for one light, but has over 2x the battery capacity of one Workpro light. Full specs include:
2100 Lumens LED
5200 mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
USB-A charge port to charge your phone
360° rotating head
3 Brightness modes
UNDER HOOD AUTOMOTIVE MAGNETIC LIGHT
Next, we have LED lights that can be mounted under the hood of your car. These under-the-hood lights provide excellent coverage and have strong magnets to attach to various parts of your car.
1. ETOOLAB MAGNETIC WORK LIGHT BAR
First up is an Amazon best seller, the Etoolab Work Light Bar. It has four N45 magnets, one on each attachment point, which can be used for mounting under the hood or car. It’s priced at $45 and it also has an infrared sensor to control the light without physical control.
3000 Lumens COB LED Bar
5200 mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
360° rotatable body, a 180° rotatable base, and 2 plastic hooks
2 Brightness modes
IK08 and IP54
2. EASTWOOD MAGNETIC GLADIUS COB LED WORKLIGHT
Next is the Eastwood Gladius COB LED Worklight, priced around $50. The main difference between the ETOOLAB and the Gladius is that the Gladius can remain powered while in use.
1200 Lumens COB LED Bar
4000 mAh rechargeable internal battery w/ Type-C charging port
Grips swivel 360° and pivot 180° with 2 hooks
Dimmable dial brightness mode
IK07 and IP44
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3. MILWAUKEE MAGNETIC M12 UNDERBODY LIGHT
If you’re a Milwaukee fan, can grab the Milwaukee underbody light with a magnetic base. It’s priced a bit high as you’ll also need an M12 removable/rechargeable battery which will cost you around $170 without the battery. But it has a cool magnetic tray built into the hand and you can use any size M12 battery.
1200 Lumens
2 - 6 AH removable/rechargeable M12 Milwaukee battery options
Two swivel points with 300 degrees of horizontal rotation and up to 180 degrees of vertical rotation.
3 Power Modes
IP54
LARGE-SIZED AUTOMOTIVE MAGNETIC LIGHT
If you need something to brighten up a larger workspace that’s fully adjustable you’re going to need something with a much bigger magnet.
MILWAUKEE MAGNETIC M18 MAGNETIC EXTENDABLE BOOM LIGHT
The Milwaukee M18 Magnetic Extendable Boom Light is your best option, featuring a powerful magnet with a 200 lbs holding force for secure extension. Its handle allows for easy release from heavy-duty steel structures. Priced around $280 (excluding the M18 battery), it offers exceptional performance and versatility.
2500 Lumens
1.5 - 12 AH removable/rechargeable M18 Milwaukee battery options
Three swivel points with 900 degrees of vertical rotation and 890 degrees of horizontal rotation
3 Power Modes and two power buttons
IP54
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