this tiny little lantern puts out a lot of light for it's size and is easy to transport in it's original container. it can be hung outside for good lighting, is relatively easy to light, and isn't too expensive. (about half of the price of a bigger, two mantle lantern.) it puts our a little heat which is ok for warming up a tent in the winter but a headlamp would be a better reading light inside the tent. overall i love mine for the compactness.