I don't recall reading anything in any posts about this flashlight, and I am not sure it should be a choice for any kit. However, it might be pretty cool to have. There is a video you can see at this link showing it starting a fire when aimed at a few plastic garbage bags. http://www.engadget.com/2008/01/28/the-torch-why-illuminate-when-you-can-incinerate/

The battery life is not long.