Comparison Between 2 Top Petzl Headlamps
Both of these headlamps are built to last and have perfectly colored white light and the shape of the beams is perfect for most uses. These are two very different headlamps as you can see by the chart below.
The Ultra Rush is still our favorite for looking for wildlife in the forests at night. The long battery life, fast charging, and perfect power options for the light makes it our go-to light for the forest and fast activities like skiing or cycling.
The NAO+ PLUS headlamp is much lighter, better for running, and has Reactive Lighting Technology that extends battery life substantially. Replacement batteries are around $60, vs the ULTRA RUSH’s $100+ per battery.
PETZL NAO+ PLUS vs Petzl ULTRA RUSH HEADLAMP
Comparison of two of the best Petzl headlamps, the Petzl NAO+ and the ULTRA RUSH models. This comparison compares the two on many different features.| FEATURE | PETZL NAO+ PLUS | PETZL ULTRA RUSH |
|---|---|---|
| Max Sustained Lumens | 530 | 760 |
| Max Lumens Burst | 750 | 760 |
| Weight in Grams | 185 | 370 |
| Battery Life at Max Lumens | 90 mins | 120 mins |
| Battery Recharge Time | 180+ mins (on USB 1v) | 120 mins (on 220v) |
| Charging Source | USB | A/C 110 or 220v |
| Shockproof | yes | yes |
| Waterproof | IPX 4 | IP 67 |
| Bluetooth | yes | no |
| Reactive Lighting Tech | yes | no |
| Spot Beam | yes | yes |
| Flood Beam | slight | slight |
| Mixed Beam | no | no |
| Camping | yes | yes |
| Caving | no | no |
| Cycling | yes | yes |
| Fishing | yes | yes |
| Hiking | yes | yes |
| Hunting | no | no |
| Running | yes | yes |
| Skiing | yes | yes |
| Review | Here | Here |
| Shop Here > | Shop > | Discontinued |