Best Mechanic Work Lights – Top 5
Listed below is our choice of the best mechanic work lights. They are rated on price, quality, and durability. Between all 5 featured, they come in a variety of styles suiting most needs. A work light is a must-have item in a garage to be able to light up any where you are working making it easier to see. For other tool reviews, visit this page.
Best mechanic work lights criteria:
- Bright LED Light
- Durable – able to hold up to garage abuse
- Great reviews with many people having used the light
- Added features such as magnet or swivel ability
Astro 12SL
When reviewing all of our best mechanic work lights listed, the Astro 12SL is our top pick. It is rechargeable, slim, and 400 lumens. It is not the cheapest light out there, but at only 1/2” thick it can reach many places that others can not.
Maxxeon Workstar Cyclops
The Maxxeon Workstar Cyclops is a pedestal mounted light with a strong magnetic base. It has up to 420 lumens with a lower setting of 160 lumens to conserve battery power. It is rechargeable with a charge time of around 3 hours.
Neiko Underhood Work Light
A underhood work light is great to have when working on cars or light duty truck being that they can illuminate most of the engine bay all at once. The Neiko underhood work light has up to 1200 lumens with 2 brightness settings. It is rechargeable and adjustable from 47” to 76” accommodating any hood.
Milwaukee 2112-21 Flood Light
For all the Milwaukee lovers, the 2112-21 flood light offers everything you need from a LED work light. It is small, easily hand held, and equipped with a magnet to keep your hands free. Being from Milwaukee, it if rechargeable and features a swappable battery.
Nebo Big Larry LED Work Light
This is the only work light on the list that is not rechargeable, it uses 3 AA batteries. But it is also the cheapest, while still providing great light. It is equipped with a strong magnetic base and has 400 lumens.
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