The Olight Oclip is one of those tiny, deceptively capable lights that disappears into a pocket until you actually need it. At 1.06 oz (30 g), it’s lighter than most keychain clutter, yet bright enough for camp chores, late‑evening pack reorganizing, or quick map checks. The metal case gives it a more durable feel than most lights in this size class, and it carries well as a backup or quick‑access task light.
What Works
The size‑to‑output ratio is impressive. Three hundred lumens on high is more than enough for close‑range work, and the red mode is a welcome addition for night‑vision preservation. The clip is sturdy and grips fabric reliably, and the USB‑C rechargeability keeps it practical for modern kits. The mode cycling is intuitive: double‑tap for red, press‑and‑hold to cycle through white modes (4 different modes), and a single tap to turn it off. For the price, it’s a surprisingly capable little tool.
What Doesn’t
The clip is small and mounted on the back of the light, which limits how you can orient it. It only works like a headlamp if you can clip it upright—on a chest strap, for example. It doesn’t clip well to a hat brim, so hands‑free use is more constrained than expected. The same orientation, however, makes it easy to hang as an overhead tent light, where it performs well.
The magnet is more of a novelty—fine for sticking to a fridge, not strong enough for meaningful field use. The charging port door feels adequate, but the overall weather resistance is closer to splashproof than truly weatherproof. The buttons are small, which is fine if you have small hands, but users with larger hands may find them fiddly. I haven’t long‑term‑tested the battery yet, and the small form factor means it’s not ideal for users who rely heavily on a primary light.
Specifications
Output (white light)
High: 300 lumens
Medium: 100 lumens
Low: 10 lumens
Moonlight: 1.5 lumens
Red light: 4 lumens
Beam distance: up to 230 feet (70 m)
Battery: 280 mAh rechargeable Li‑ion, USB‑C charging
Case material: metal
Dimensions: 1.91 Ă— 0.83 Ă— 0.91 in (48.5 Ă— 21 Ă— 23 mm)
Weight: 1.06 oz (30 g)
Water resistance: IPX5 (splashproof)
Drop rating: 1.5 m
Bottom Line
The Oclip is a compact, bright, and inexpensive utility light that excels as a backup or task‑specific illumination. It’s not a headlamp replacement, and the clip orientation limits some hands‑free applications, but for ultralight users who appreciate small, functional tools, it’s a handy addition to a pocket or pack. I have added one of these to my Search and Rescue pack on my load lift strap, and carry one in my personal pack as well, they are affordable and light enough to have more than one, especially on Black Friday.
Disclosures
Obtained independently: I paid for this product or received it as a personal gift from someone not affiliated with the brand.
Backpacking Light affiliation: I work for Backpacking Light in a paid or official capacity (owner/shareholder, employee, contractor, or paid contributor), but I am posting this review as an independent user and its content was not reviewed or directed by others at Backpacking Light.
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