How well do arc lighters work?

An arc lighter is a lighter that takes a normal battery, pushes up the voltage to 5-10 kilovolts, to create an arc between 2 electrodes. It can be used to set things on fire. They are fun and look impressive. Some models have 2 arcs that criss-cross in an “X” pattern.

Do they work better than a lighter? No.

I tried to light candle wicks and incense. It takes a minute or so holding the arc to the item before it lights properly.

Advantages

So what are the advantages? They are wind-proof. They will probably light a cigarette more easily than a candle but I haven’t tried it.

They are rechargeable via USB.