eGear Stretch Flashlight and Mini Lantern

Does the job as a lamp in a tent and is a decent flashlight, but not great for distance.

I was looking for a flashlight that would also serve as a lantern in my small camper-- this really appears to be a perfect solution. Very reasonable price and its rated battery life is generous-- because there is a low power setting. This also would be handy to keep around the house for emergencies. Note this uses six batteries not three as the product description may state.

Haven't used it much yet, but plan on it during camping.

My biggest concern is the use of 6 AAA's, in a warm climate, AAA's are prone to early leakage no matter what brand you use. A better design would be to make it a bit larger in the battery compartment and use AA's which don't leak as much or as soon under heavy current loads as AAA's do, plus they would tend to last a bit longer, the other option could be designing it to use 3 C batteries instead of 6 AAA's, C's can handle current draw better than AA's, but since I'm just a consumer, what do I know about size & weight trade-offs when designing a flashlight/lantern with these capabilities? I use it instead of a room light so I can read my mg levels at night so I don't disturb my wife.

Christmas gift for grandchildren and easy to use for little hands.