Bright & long lasting torch! differcult to wind up though.

The Power Plus Nighthawk windup torch is really good value for money.  The torch function is excellent as you get 4 hours of light on the brightest setting for only 10 minutes of winding.   The torch is therefore ideal for camping trips, walking or for jobs around the home.  The instructions are very easy to follow and the torch is very easy to use.  The brightest setting on the torch is extremely good for illuminating at distance while the 2 LED light setting is better for close up activities, such as reading.

Marks 10/10

The phone charger function on the torch is a secondary function which is useful, but only practical on odd occasions.  It may be used, for instance when you are far away from a plug socket and need to make an important call or in an emergency. Unfortunately, you would have to do far much more winding before you get a significant charge to operate the mobile phone for day to day use.

Marks 5/10

The major downsides to this product environmentally are the packaging.  The torch is packaged in far too much plastic which appears as if it could be significantly reduced or omitted completely.  In addition to this the remaining outer cardboard packaging could be made of recycled recycled cardboard but unfortunately it is not.  On the plus side, the biggest environmental benefit of this torch is it never needs any highly toxic batteries.

Marks 5/10

Overall

The torch is basically a flashlight with a handy emergency phone charger. I would not recommend it as phone charger but the torch is excellent.  It's durable, lightweight, compact and ideal for everyday use.

Overall Marks 7/10