I am a many time repeat customer of Hybrid light products. This purchase of the Journey 700 Flashlight/Charger is for my son as he is now driving and transferring to a university. I had my share of recommendations. And as the minimalist that he is accepted the flashlight/charger. He wanted a battery flashlight and I shared that is a common choice amongst most people. But I shared my numerous experiences of needing to use my battery flashlight only to find a dead battery and even backup batteries. I shared about how I have had to throw out battery flashlight because the battery exploded and destroyed the flashlight. Then, about a couple days later I found a battery flashlight in an old box and yes, it had exploded rendering the battery flashlight totally inoperable. I shared that experience as a real time example. He decided he needed a Hybrid light flashlight/charger for car and school. I think he made the wise choice. I only wish Hybridlight made cases for it that zips closed with separate compartment for the recharging cord and maybe even the instructions. I usually end up buying zip pencil cases and recently found the best fit yet on the internet.