Review Summary
2025-04-02T20:00:00
One of one of the best rechargeable pocket lights on the market with lifetime warranty
Kazik
2025-03-29T20:00:00
The A9R flashlight is slim and easy to carry and has a pocket clip. Spot beam is great. It's also rechargeable and long lasting. The A9R is a slick little light!
Turtle O.
2025-03-23T20:00:00
Excellent build quality, durable, and nice clean beam of light. I could not ask for more in a penlight, It goes everywhere with me and I am never without it.
Shenrods
2025-03-07T19:00:00
I have owned this little light for several years and use it all the time. Most work is machinist type work but I have used it on the farm as well as hunting! I recently noticed a crack in the green plastic part on the end and contacted the service department to see if I could buy a replacement plastic part. To my surprise, they honored a full replacement of the light without hesitation. I'm sold for life. Great product and customer service! Thanks guys and gals!!
Ranchking
2025-02-13T19:00:00
The first A9R I got I had to warranty almost instantly, it just wouldn't charge. Coast sent me a new one and all seemed good. Less than a year later the replacement has pretty much failed. The internal battery doesn't stay threaded into the outer shell, same with the bulb cover. The light rarely works except if it's fully charged, and the on/off rubber button has sheared off. Overall not pleased with this light, it just seems flimsy and unreliable. Giving a second star since coast warrantied the first one.
JD49
2025-02-06T19:00:00
It's brighter than I thought it would be. Plus it's longer than A8R so it's easier to find.
Ken B.
2024-11-20T19:00:00
Iv had this light for a few years now one of the best spot lights you can use for inspection helps get in to those hard to reach places and shine a light right wheee you want it use it everyday
Eddy
2024-11-16T19:00:00
A9R is a small but handy penlight. It fits in your pocket and other places you just can't get a large light in. It's not super bright but what do you expect for a light of this size. I use it not daily but it comes in handy for things around the house
Steve E.
2024-11-04T19:00:00
Incredibly bright light, quick charge, this is my most used tool and it does take a beating. The company has one of the best customer services I have ever used!!!
BCalkov
2024-11-02T20:00:00
This is my go to pocket light for quick inspections. I'm on my second one (warranty is awesome). My first one had button issues. Would definitely buy again.
Doug
2024-06-22T20:00:00
Great little flashlight highly recommended and durable
Trippyface
2024-05-11T20:00:00
The COAST A9R is the perfect penlight for everyday use. Its durability, extremely lightweight design, and sleek appearance make it an awesome pocket fit, barely (correction: not) noticeable until you need it! Great clip, I keep it in my pocket all day and don't have to worry about it falling out. However, one of the aspects that hold it back from a perfect score is the beam's sharpness. Good, but not great. I have noticed that about 85% of the light is the battery and the actual light module is very very small so it makes sense that the light isn't super powerful. The light does not have an amazing battery life, but it makes up for it by how quick and easy it is to charge. About the charging method, I like the idea, plugs right into the front of the light and you don't have to worry about any kind of jack. The pins could be a little more pronounced. Sometimes if the flashlight isn't clean, charging may stop and the LED indicator might give false readings. Nonetheless, it remains an indispensable tool. Other notes: - The button is susceptible to being pressed. Meaning it's super easy to turn the light on but it may be accidentally turned on if thrown in a purse or backpack. - Extremely easy to clean: you could spray Windex or other cleaner on a rag and wipe the light clean. - Fits in the hand well. You can hold the light like a pencil and the clip prevents it from slipping out. Overall, I certainly recommend this product, especially if you can find it on sale or use Crew cash. I apologize for the resolution of the photos below.
D
2024-04-23T20:00:00
This is a great pocket/inspection light. I use it daily with repairs and inspections. The light is slim, the metal body allows for it to take a little damage without fuss. The only issue with this light is the charging portion. It can be tricky for it to take a charge. The connections sometimes wear out which can also cause the light to not always turn on. Do not let that stop you from buying this light though, it will last years before you see issues and coast warrantied it for me without hassle. This is my go to light and I'm very happy with it.
Sheldon
2024-02-23T19:00:00
This is the best inspection light I have ever used. Its size makes it possible to carry in your shirt pocket and the light output is enough to see deep behind a jumble of wires and not get flash back from too bright a light. But the one thing that I highly recommend is the Coast Product warranty. They have been exceptional to work with on any issue I have had with any of my lights or batteries. This is a company that backs up its products with service and a great warranty.
Dennis
2024-02-22T19:00:00
Handy light that I keep with me all the time. Feel naked without it and my pocket knife
Bill
2024-01-29T19:00:00
Excellent pen light, sleek design, bright output that's also perfectly focused, easy to charge and does so quickly.
Burp
2023-12-18T19:00:00
Very bright and useful for getting a pinpoint light into tight places.
Kyle
2023-12-17T19:00:00
I was very exited when I saw there was a (easily) rechargeable alternative to the G20, my favorite inspection light. I was broken hearted hen i turned it on to find the beam was no were near as crisp and clean as the G20 (a $10 light) with a LOT more leakage. Pics speak for themselves.. very disappointed please just make G20 with a charging port..
JoelC
2023-08-13T20:00:00
supper bright for it's small size, charge lasts several days with normal use Charge time is a little long (plug it in at at night it will be ready to go to work in the morning),Love it don't know how I got along with out it for so long, Thanks,
ekirklin2962
2023-06-22T20:00:00
Glad I bought this light great for my needs B would definitely recommend
Blakun
2023-05-18T20:00:00
Light needed service, sent receipt and pic, had replacement the next week. Wow!! Thank you Coast peep!
rb
2023-05-18T20:00:00
Light needed service, sent receipt and pic, had replacement the next week. Wow!! Thank you Coast peep!
mac r.
2023-05-11T20:00:00
I got this light to replace my A5 that was discontinued and had stopped working. I must say the customer service was great! Fast response and worked with me to provide a credit or a new light. I Choose the A9r because of the stainless steel finish as for cleaning. It was a different light and not as bright as the A5. But as a pen light it works great. The charging system was a for sure an upgrade. The only I gave up was on the on off switch I worry about how good it will last. My A5 had what seemed like a much more robust switch but that is what stopped working so maybe not. But overall very happy. And the customer service was great compared to other experiences I have had they stand by their product and go out of their way to keep you as a customer.
Chiefs
2023-04-17T20:00:00
Small, thin and amazingly bright! So great highly recommend. First saw one a few years ago talking to a mechanic, but didn't buy one till last year. Ever since, it's been the envy of my coworkers (we do access control) due to brightness and ability to fit into small holes. Never leave to work without it!
M M.
2023-04-17T20:00:00
Small, thin and amazingly bright! So great highly recommend. First saw one a few years ago talking to a mechanic, but didn't buy one till last year. Ever since, it's been the envy of my coworkers (we do access control) due to brightness and ability to fit into small holes. Never leave to work without it!
MjinDenver
2023-04-09T20:00:00
Pen-sized, ultra lightweight, and the "inspection beam" really is a flawless pool of light. Makes it easier to see what you're seeing while working on equipment with no light-gradients playing tricks on your eyes. This may not be the brightest flashlight you'll ever own... but if what you're after is impressive functionality in a simple on/off inspection light... this A9R is a 10/10 for performance and price. The no-port charging cap is icing on the cake.
Colin
2023-04-08T20:00:00
I'm a car mechanic, and I use one of these pretty much all day, every day. For the size, they're pretty bright. They fit easily in my pen pocket, and they last a day of use. At the end of the day I just put it in the charger, and it's ready to go the next day. I've been using one for at least 3 years now. I've really used and abused it. I've had it break a couple of times, but I've had zero issues warrantying it. I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
Zaphod
2023-03-04T19:00:00
Works as good as it looks. Very professional looking and nice sharp beam
Prieto
2023-03-04T19:00:00
Works as good as it looks. Very professional looking and nice sharp beam
Me$illero
2023-03-01T19:00:00
The AR 9 light is an amazing pen light. with long lasting battery life, incredibly bright light all in a small form factor. I have a few of these lights and they are great!
Chad S.
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Not Supplied, INSPECTION BEAM
3 hours
65' / 20m
Lithium Polymer (included)
7.03x0.370" / 17.85x0.93cm
2.1oz / 59.5g
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By NotYourDad
Had A9R flashlight for awhile, great little inspection light. One day, the button up top broke; So i couldn't turn the shiny bits on, and the shiny bits is what makes a flashlight a good flashlight. Coast, however, stands behind their product well, because I emailed customer service, and within 24 hours they emailed me saying that i'll be getting a new one at the cost of shipping; which was $6.75. I was okay with that, because I was expecting them to say tough luck bud. So I am quite impress...
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2 Years Strong, ZERO Issues
By jake2499
Really can’t say enough about this light. Perfect for any job, and I haven’t had a single issue throughout two years of ownership. Use it almost every day, as a tech on a racing team so it gets put through its paces. Been through the Baja 1000, packed with dirt and soaking wet throughout endurance races, it just doesn’t give up! Still works the same as the day I bought it. 5/5
The revolutionary A9R rechargeable penlight is only 0.370 in. (9.40 mm) in diameter and fits comfortably in a shirt or coat pocket. The rubberized, stainless steel pocket clip is easily removable and adjustable but stays firmly in place. It casts a nearly perfect circle of smooth and consistent light, making it a great penlight for all types of professional users.
Inspection Beam
Battery type: Lithium Polymer (included)
Pro-Flex Charging Cap
Charge using AC, DC or USB power source
Length: 6.18 in / 15.7 cm
Weight: 2.1 oz. / 59.5 g
Diameter: 0.370 in. / 9.40 mm
Stainless steel casing
Includes pocket clip
Extremely easy to charge, simply slip the Pro Flex Charging Cap over the head of the light and connect to an AC, DC or USB power source. Its stainless steel body is both durable and attractive, but most importantly, it's easy to clean up after a hard day's work. Backed by Coast's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.