Budget Headlamps for Backpacking
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MSRP $24.95
Specifications
Batteries: AAA or BD 1500 rechargeable Li-ion (sold separately)
Output (lumens):
High: 300 lm
Mid : 150 lm
Low: 6 lm
Distance (meters)
High: 55 m
Mid: 35 m
Low: 8 m
Burn time (hours):
High:
AAA: 4 hr
BD 1500: 6 hr
Medium:
AAA: 8 hr
BD 1500: 12 hr
Low:
AAA batteries: 140 hr
BD 1500: 140 hr
Strobe: Yes
Dim: Yes
Weather resistance IP rating: IPX4
Weight without batteries:
1.5 oz / 42 g
My Thoughts
I have used this headlamp for years and am happy with it.
$19.94 as of 7/12/2025
MSRP $24.95
Specifications
Batteries: AAA or CORE rechargeable battery
Output (lumens):
High: 300 lm
Mid : 100 lm
Low: 7 lm
Distance (meters)
High: 65 m
Mid: 40 m
Low: 10 m
Burn time (hours):
High:
AAA: 2 hr
CORE: 3 hr
Medium:
AAA: 10 hr
CORE: 7 hr
Low:
AAA: 100 hr
CORE: 120 hr
Strobe: Yes
Dim: Yes
Weather resistance IP rating: IPX4
Weight without batteries: 2.2 oz / 92 g
My Thoughts
I have used this headlamp for years and am satisfied with it.