FLEXTAILGEAR Air Pump for Inflatables with Camping Lantern, Tiny Pump 2X, 4kPa Portable Air Pump Rechargeable Air Mattress Pump with Magnetic Design, for Sleeping Pads Pool Floats Swimming Rings

I recently took the FLEXTAILGEAR Portable Air Pump with Camping Lantern on a 40-day camping trip across the USA, and it was an absolute game-changer. First off, I was pleasantly surprised by its size – it's much smaller in person than I expected. This tiny, compact design makes it incredibly easy to pack and carry, a crucial factor for any camping gear.The ease of use is another standout feature. It's intuitive and hassle-free, which is exactly what you need when you're out in the wilderness. Despite its small size, the pump is remarkably powerful. It effortlessly inflated two sleeping pads four times over, which speaks volumes about its efficiency and battery life. This kind of performance is particularly impressive for a device of its size.Durability is another aspect where this pump excels. It's still going strong after extensive use during my trip, which included frequent inflating and deflating of camping gear. The added functionality of a camping lantern makes it a versatile tool, serving multiple purposes and reducing the need for extra equipment.However, a word of advice: it's important to keep the pump charged. There's no clear indicator of how much charge it holds, so it's better to top it up regularly. Fortunately, it does work while plugged in, given you have the right USB adapter, which can be a lifesaver in situations where you need to use it while it's low on battery.In conclusion, the FLEXTAILGEAR Portable Air Pump with Camping Lantern is a must-have for anyone who enjoys camping or outdoor activities. Its compact size, ease of use, and dual functionality as a lantern make it an incredibly useful tool to have in your camping kit. Just remember to keep it charged, and it will be a reliable companion on your outdoor adventures.

It does its job, and it pumps well! All I can say is that it pumps well. I don't have any other rechargeable air pump to compare it to.It's not fast; but it will effectively fill-up a full-size self-inflating 4" foam mattress (72" x52"x4") in about 6-7"mins (medium firmness). I also filled up several Thermarest solo sleeping pads, which took <2'mins to fill. Before filling my sleeping pads/mattresses, I had the pump fully-charged, so at this time I don't know how manyI appreciate its small, lightweight, and orange color to enhance its visibility. The built-in lantern is a nice feature, especially if you need to pump again at night; but it offers multiple levels of brightness that will offer backup or emergency lighting at night inside the tent. There's multiple valve adaptors, so this pump should fit around any mattress air valve.

I got some vacuum storage bags for traveling and got kinda bored using the included hand pump. This looked like a fun, multipurpose alternative.It has a number of adapters for various other applications. The one I used for my vacuum storage bags did not fit completely well and screw on the bag valve, but it worked all the same.There is a flashlight built in to it, but it's not something I would be using normally. I'm all for multifunctionality of gadgets (mostly), but this seems a bit silly.Pros: Very powerful little fan that moves a surprising amount of air.It made short work of compressing the clothes in the vacuum storage bags I packed for my trip. You just have to listen for when the fan starts to "struggle" a bit against the valve on the bags.Cons: The button patterns for turning the fan and flashlight on can be annoying to remember; especially if you don't use this on a regular basis. When the fan is on, it is very loud and high-pitched. To me, it sounds like a dentist drill (shudder). My dogs certainly did not like it.Works great and is almost perfect for my needs. If you're sensitive to high-pitched sounds, you might want to look elsewhere...or buy a set of ear plugs.I will try it out on my camping air mattress and update this review accordingly.

Small, light and just works. Amazing engineering.

Great little device. Inflated 3 floaties in just a few minutes. Bought it for a trip and will use in our boat. Super easy to use.

Best small pump that I've used to date. I use this with a Thermarest X-therm matress. Its not only fast, but I don't have to put any breathes into the matress when it's complete. While the pump is not silent, it's quieter than other pumps i've used.

Do you HAVE to have this little gadget in your backpacking gear? No.But you won't regret the few extra ounces it adds to your pack.I love the duel purposes that it serves. A lantern for my tent and blowing up my airpad for the night. It's so nice after a day of putting miles in not to have to hyperventilate to get your air pad aired up.It's also super helpful to have an extra light to hang in your tent to get situated at night. My headlamp would do the trick, too, but there's just something about this little lantern hung from the top of my tent that gives me an added sense of security and home away from home coziness. LoL. Maybe I'm a little more boujee of a backpacker than some. lol.I have also considered getting vacuum bags for food and clothes which this little thing could definitely come in handy.I have used it on a few trips now. Two nights in 30 degree Celsius weather - charge was still good. A 4 day 3 night trip this spring for the eclipse. Charge lasted for the whole trip. Probably used for a total of 45 minutes. I carry a battery bank that would have been able to recharge if needed.I found this because one of my gear savvy adventure buddies had one and let me use it on a trip we did. I was impressed and had to get one for myself.Highly recommend. I would purchase this as a gift for someone starting out with camping or backpacking. Durable, Portable, Reliable and a great value in my opinion.