Collection: Kitchen Lighters

Find the right kitchen lighter for your needs

Some lighting jobs are simply easier with a longer reach. Deep candle jars, lanterns and BBQs can all make a standard lighter awkward to use.

Our kitchen lighter range includes long-reach candle lighters, flexible-neck utility models and rechargeable electric designs, so you can choose the format that suits the job.

Long-reach kitchen lighters for candles and lanterns

A candle becomes harder to light when the wick sits deep inside the glass. A long lighter gives you the extra distance needed to reach it while keeping your hand further away. The same applies to lanterns and other holders where the ignition point sits deeper inside.

Sometimes the problem is not the distance but the angle. A flexible neck lets you guide the flame around the edge of a jar or lantern without moving your hand into the same position. That is where a flexible lighter, neck lighter or bendy lighter can be useful.

Flexible reach and hanging storage

You may also come across the term hang lighter when looking for long-reach formats. Some models, such as the Flex Neck Utility Lighter XL, feature an oversized hanging hook, so the lighter can be hung up when it is not in use.

Made for candles, lanterns and everyday lighting

Our Candle Lighters collection includes refillable butane models, flexible-neck designs and rechargeable electric options.

It covers everything from a candle lighter or candlestick lighter to a long lighter, stick lighter, wand lighter and rechargeable option. The useful question is how much reach and flexibility you need.

Long-reach lighters for BBQs and grilling

Firelighters and charcoal often sit below or behind the grill, leaving limited room for your hand. A longer lighter gives you more distance when lighting the starting point.

Our Flex Neck Utility Lighters let you guide the flame into awkward positions around grills, lanterns and fire pits. The same format can also be useful for household lighting.

The broader Utility Lighters range is a useful starting point when you want one lighter for several situations. A single model can move from lighting a BBQ or fire pit outdoors to handling a candle or lantern at home.

Refilling your kitchen gas lighter

Compatible gas-powered models can be refilled instead of replaced. For suitable Zippo butane products, use Zippo Butane gas and follow the instructions for your individual lighter.

Butane kitchen and utility models use a different fuel system from a classic windproof lighter. Check the product before choosing a refill. Our Fuel & Supplies collection gives you an overview of the available fuel products.

Inserts and rechargeable alternatives

Inserts are a different way to adapt a compatible Zippo lighter. They replace the existing insert inside the case and are available with different ignition technologies, including butane and rechargeable ARC options.

Explore the full range of inserts and check compatibility before purchasing.

Rechargeable electric candle lighters use an electric arc instead of butane and can be charged again when needed.

Choosing the right kitchen lighter

• Deep candle jar or lantern: long-reach design.
• Awkward angle: flexible neck.
• BBQ, grill or outdoor fire: utility or flex-neck model.
• No gas: rechargeable electric lighter.

Think about where you need the flame to go. A long lighter is a straightforward choice when the wick is easy to reach, while a flexible neck gives you more freedom when the lighting point sits around a corner or behind an obstacle.

An adjustable lighter can give you more control over the flame height, depending on the model. You can then choose between a refillable butane design or a rechargeable electric lighter, depending on which suits your routine better.

Made for lasting use

Our kitchen lighter range is designed for regular use, with refillable and rechargeable options that are made to stay part of your everyday routine. Whether you prefer the convenience of butane or a rechargeable electric arc, you can choose a lighter you can keep using rather than replacing after the fuel or charge runs out.

Selected models also come with added peace of mind. The Flex Neck Utility Lighter XL comes with a 2-year warranty, while the Rechargeable Candle Lighter includes a 1-year warranty. The XL combines its longer 13-inch flexible neck with a robust metal construction and oversized hanging hook, making it a particularly useful choice when you want reach as well as durability.

And when you choose a Zippo lighter, our support does not stop at the purchase. Our Support Centre provides product and care guidance, while the Zippo Repair Service offers repair options for Flex Neck Utility Lighters, Candle Lighters and Rechargeable Candle Lighters.

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