Orcatorch D720 Review

A reliable, adjustable-beam primary dive light that performs across all environments. The Orcatorch D720 has been with me on every dive for over a year, delivering consistent brightness, flexible beam control, and durable construction. Whether I’m diving cold quarries, guiding students, or traveling for warm water, this light adapts to the conditions and never lets me down.

By Tyler Allison · Updated July 2025

Use: 50+ dives over more than a year
Current role: Adjustable-beam primary light
Still in my kit: Yes

The Short Version

The D720 has never missed a dive. It is bright, rugged, and gives me the adjustability I did not realize I needed until I had it. While the twist bezel has some limitations in terms of ergonomics, the benefits outweigh that tradeoff. It is my primary light for all conditions and I have no interest in replacing it.

Would I buy it again? Yes. No hesitation. It fills the gap between fixed-beam lights and more complex canister systems.

What Works

Beam angle can be adjusted from spot to flood
Very bright and effective in all conditions
Reliable on every dive with no failures
Compatible with soft Goodman handles
Solid build, good battery life

What Doesn't

Difficult to adjust bezel while mounted
No visual battery level indicator

My Experience

After more than a year and 50+ dives, the Orcatorch D720 has become my go-to primary dive light. From cold Midwest quarries to warm tropical dives, it has been on every single dive I’ve done. The key reason I upgraded from my older D710 was the D720’s adjustable beam. Being able to dial from tight spot to wide flood lets me adapt to visibility, task loading, and buddy awareness.

Why I Chose Orcatorch D720

I originally used the Orcatorch D710 as my primary light and had no complaints about brightness or quality. However, I wanted more control over beam shape. The D720 gave me that flexibility. Whether I’m signaling a student in low visibility or scanning a reef gently on vacation, being able to tweak the beam is useful across conditions. Staying with Orcatorch made sense since I already trusted their design and consistency.

Who It Makes Sense For

This item is best suited for:

Divers who want an adjustable beam without going full canister
Divers who regularly switch between night, low visibility, and clear conditions
Anyone who uses a soft Goodman handle and needs a robust primary light

It may not be ideal for:

Users who prefer fixed-beam lights with no manual adjustments
Those looking for a light designed for one-handed bezel control while mounted

My Custom Setup or Configuration

I added a bolt snap to the back of the D720 and run it on my left hand using an Oxycheq Raider III soft Goodman handle. This keeps the light aligned and frees both hands for other tasks.

Bolt Snap: Attached directly to tailcap for clean clipping during gear-up and exit
Goodman Mount: Soft Oxycheq Raider III. Fits well and is easy to adjust over gloves

The drawback of this setup is that once the light is secured to my hand, it is nearly impossible to adjust the beam without using both hands. I usually set the beam before entering the water.

What It Is Like to Dive

Visibility Penetration: Excellent in both low and clear visibility. Spot mode cuts through silt nicely.
Battery Life: No issues. Holds a charge well even after storage. Easily lasts several dives on a full charge.
Comfort & Handling: Soft mount is secure and does not chafe. Light is well-balanced and does not roll.
Signal & Communication: Beam tightness helps with buddy awareness and directional signals during training dives.

Ownership and Value

After more than 50 dives, I have had no failures or visible wear, and adding the tail-mounted bolt snap was straightforward. The adjustable beam makes this more useful to me than my earlier fixed-beam primary. The price has been fair for that flexibility and reliability, although I would welcome clearer information about manufacturer support.

Even at lower settings, I have found the light bright enough for night dives. The twist head adjusts from a focused spot to a wider flood, but its friction makes that adjustment difficult with gloves or while the light is secured in a soft Goodman handle. I generally set the beam before entering the water.