--- product_id: 67353740 title: "ODEO LED Distress Flare" brand: "odeo" price: "€ 160.74" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Odeo" url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/67353740-odeo-led-distress-flare store_origin: IE region: Ireland --- # IP68 waterproof to 50m depth Infrared LEDs for night vision detection 4x L91 lithium batteries power ODEO LED Distress Flare **Brand:** odeo **Price:** € 160.74 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🚨 Stay Seen, Stay Safe β€” The Future of Distress Signaling ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ODEO LED Distress Flare by odeo - **How much does it cost?** € 160.74 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/67353740-odeo-led-distress-flare) ## Best For - odeo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted odeo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Dive-Ready Durability:** IP68 waterproof rating keeps you visible and safe up to 50 meters underwater. - β€’ **Infrared Night Vision:** Advanced IR LEDs make you detectable even in pitch-black conditions. - β€’ **Lightweight & Compact:** At just 200g, it’s easy to carry on hikes, yachts, or any adventure. - β€’ **Long-Range Visibility:** Be seen from 3 to 6 nautical miles, ensuring rescue teams spot you fast. - β€’ **Unmatched Safety, Zero Risk:** No heat, no flamesβ€”wear and use with total peace of mind. ## Overview The ODEO LED Distress Flare is a compact, lightweight emergency signaling device powered by 4 L91 lithium batteries. It features IP68 waterproofing for use up to 50 meters underwater and emits highly visible red and infrared LED signals detectable up to 6 nautical miles. Safe to wear and operate with no heat or flames, it’s ideal for divers, hikers, and boaters seeking reliable, long-lasting distress signaling without the hazards of traditional flares. ## Description SAFE TO WEAR AND USE - No heat, no flames, no risk Powered by 4 x L91 lithium batteries IP68 Waterproof - Ideal for divers and safe to use up to 50m With infrared for night vision detection Detection at least 3 nautical miles; up to 6 nautical miles in ideal conditions Review: Very bright and the InfraRed LED's are noteworthy - Excellent - With lithium AA batteries this is lightweight, not so large as to stop me carrying it when on hill walks or on a yacht. Well made, seems waterproof, very bright. Not though it doesn't 'flicker' like the earlier taller model. It just flashes at a varying rate, interspersed with regular slow SOS signal. I checked the InfraRed LED's with night vision monocular and they are definitely brighter than most ordinary LED's. The visible red light LED's are Very bright and unusual in that they appear to have some persistence on powering off: maybe .5 second. The red seems somehow more intense than any red LED I've seen before, though I don't think they are laser LED's. They must have a precise light frequency though as my nigh vision didn't see them, only the Infra Red LED's. Good product and it deserves to sell well. Tested at night from just a mile away and very visible, somewhat more so than the ACR Firefly Waterbug, though that was also good. **************** 2 Years on from my review I make this important addition: The device came with unbranded Lithium AA single use batteries included free and I stored the device with the battery cap closed and sealed. Over the 2 years the battteries have spontaneously died. If I'd had an emergency the batteries would be flat. I found recently a foreign gov report into Lithium AA batteries used in smoke detectors and the finding was that a small proportion do die before their expected shelf life of >10 years. I still intend to use Lithium AA because they hold so much power but DO CHECK the device before taking it on a trip and replace the bateries if appropriate. The foreign report referred to internal corrosion developing over time, which should not happen. I do wonder if the batteries give off gas or chemical molecules over time and if the sealed battery box keeps something damaging inside when it should be escaping, so I am now storing the device with batteries fitted but battery cap off and I only attach it before going on a trip. THIS IS NOT THE FAULT OF THE DEVICE and it is still I believe ideal for purpose. The only other Lithium AA batteries I ever had die even when unused was some I kept tightly wrapped in a plastic bag at bottom of a case for another device. Hence my wonder if some chemical leaches out over time and can't escape. The foreign report did say the voltage on a meter can appear normal but as soon as the bateries are put under load they appear dead. The report is by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, dates from 2002, but it did make me wonder about these Lithium AA batteries. A search will find the report easily. Review: Just bear in mind - The ODEO LED distress flare Mk4 is an excellent product and very user-friendly, for example allows use of standard AA batteries if Lithium cells are not at hand. Odeo flares have been successful in comparison tests as well, for example by PBO. My reason for giving 4 stars, and not 5, is that the ODEO product like all LED distress flares has not (yet) been given SOLAS approval; that means, it is not officially recognized as an alternative to pyrotechnics red hand flares. Bear this in mind, especially if you kit out your yacht of more than 13.7m in length. ## Features - SAFE TO WEAR AND USE - No heat, no flames, no risk - Powered by 4 x L91 lithium batteries - IP68 Waterproof - Ideal for divers and safe to use up to 50m - With infrared for night vision detection - Detection at least 3 nautical miles; up to 6 nautical miles in ideal conditions ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B079KQ2NHY | | Batteries are Included | No | | Battery Description | Lithium | | Battery Type | Other Than Listed | | Best Sellers Rank | 90,846 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 6 in Boat Strobe & Safety Lights | | Brand Name | ODEO | | Colour | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 26 Reviews | | Finish | Polished | | Fixture Features | Lightweight | | Included Components | Battery | | Included components | Battery | | Item Shape | Compact | | Item Weight | 200 g | | Light Path Distance | 50 Metres | | Light Source Special Features | Infrared for night vision detection | | Light source type | LED | | Manufacturer | ODEO | | Manufacturer Part Number | 900251 | | Material | Neoprene | | Mounting Type | Handheld | | Number of Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. | | Number of Lights | 1 | | Power and Plug Description | Battery Powered | | Power source | Battery Powered | | Runtime | 8 hours | | Special feature | Lightweight | | Style | Compact | | Type of Bulb | LED | | UPC | 713830573179 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Water Resistance Level | Waterproof | ## Images ![ODEO LED Distress Flare - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61waEx2-ZSL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does the led distress flare float?** A: Yes **Q: What is the cost of replacement batteries?** A: The units uses 4 x L91 Lithium Batteries Costing approx Β£1.00- Β£3.00 and readily available. Battery change recommended annually **Q: Does this one come with the neoprene case?** A: The Neoprene Case is an optional extra and can be bought as an extra item here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07GJK2C59 LED Flare **Q: Can it be seen in daylight** A: Yes It can be seen In daylight ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very bright and the InfraRed LED's are noteworthy - Excellent *by O***K on 7 August 2018* With lithium AA batteries this is lightweight, not so large as to stop me carrying it when on hill walks or on a yacht. Well made, seems waterproof, very bright. Not though it doesn't 'flicker' like the earlier taller model. It just flashes at a varying rate, interspersed with regular slow SOS signal. I checked the InfraRed LED's with night vision monocular and they are definitely brighter than most ordinary LED's. The visible red light LED's are Very bright and unusual in that they appear to have some persistence on powering off: maybe .5 second. The red seems somehow more intense than any red LED I've seen before, though I don't think they are laser LED's. They must have a precise light frequency though as my nigh vision didn't see them, only the Infra Red LED's. Good product and it deserves to sell well. Tested at night from just a mile away and very visible, somewhat more so than the ACR Firefly Waterbug, though that was also good. **************** 2 Years on from my review I make this important addition: The device came with unbranded Lithium AA single use batteries included free and I stored the device with the battery cap closed and sealed. Over the 2 years the battteries have spontaneously died. If I'd had an emergency the batteries would be flat. I found recently a foreign gov report into Lithium AA batteries used in smoke detectors and the finding was that a small proportion do die before their expected shelf life of >10 years. I still intend to use Lithium AA because they hold so much power but DO CHECK the device before taking it on a trip and replace the bateries if appropriate. The foreign report referred to internal corrosion developing over time, which should not happen. I do wonder if the batteries give off gas or chemical molecules over time and if the sealed battery box keeps something damaging inside when it should be escaping, so I am now storing the device with batteries fitted but battery cap off and I only attach it before going on a trip. THIS IS NOT THE FAULT OF THE DEVICE and it is still I believe ideal for purpose. The only other Lithium AA batteries I ever had die even when unused was some I kept tightly wrapped in a plastic bag at bottom of a case for another device. Hence my wonder if some chemical leaches out over time and can't escape. The foreign report did say the voltage on a meter can appear normal but as soon as the bateries are put under load they appear dead. The report is by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, dates from 2002, but it did make me wonder about these Lithium AA batteries. A search will find the report easily. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just bear in mind *by T***F on 9 August 2019* The ODEO LED distress flare Mk4 is an excellent product and very user-friendly, for example allows use of standard AA batteries if Lithium cells are not at hand. Odeo flares have been successful in comparison tests as well, for example by PBO. My reason for giving 4 stars, and not 5, is that the ODEO product like all LED distress flares has not (yet) been given SOLAS approval; that means, it is not officially recognized as an alternative to pyrotechnics red hand flares. Bear this in mind, especially if you kit out your yacht of more than 13.7m in length. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dazzling flasher *by A***R on 12 July 2019* Only tested it but is very bright. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ie/products/67353740-odeo-led-distress-flare](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/67353740-odeo-led-distress-flare) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ireland* *Store origin: IE* *Last updated: 2026-08-21*