[Page updated: 1 June 2022] We’ve used this Petzl NAO headlamp the longest of any we have, for over 2.5 years, and we love it. That said, there are still just a couple things we’d love to have fixed. The price for this Nao in January 2018 is very close to the newest iteration – … Read more
Comparison: Petzl TIKKA vs. Petzl ACTIK CORE Headlamp Petzl’s TIKKA headlamp is a step down from the ACTIK, and the ACTIK is a step-down from the ACTIK CORE. The TIKKA headlamp has 300 lumens and only comes with AAA batteries. You can buy the CORE lithium-ion rechargeable battery as an accessory – this is the … Read more
Comparison: Petzl ACTIK CORE vs. Petzl ACTIK Headlamp Here are two very lightweight headlamps with decent power, the ACTIK has 350 lumens brightness for 2 hours strong, and the ACTIK CORE has 450 lumens for 2 hours strong. The ACTIK comes with 3 AAA batteries. You can also buy the lithium-ion CORE battery for the … Read more
While many people are very concerned about whether the headlamp they buy can handle their activities like running, cycling, camping, fishing, and skiing, some people want to know what the best headlamp is for reading books! Lots of people love sitting in their tent, or at the campfire and reading a paperback book. The proper … Read more
[Page updated: 1 June 2022] This Petzl BINDI headlamp was released over a year ago and we considered doing a review on it, but chose to review the high-end headlamps like the IKO CORE, NAO+, and SWIFT RL and RL PRO headlamps instead. We are finally getting around to the Petzl BINDI, so let’s just … Read more
[Page updated: 1 June 2022] Headlamps from Petzl – a big surprise this year, these ACTIK CORE 350 headlamps are selling like crazy. This headlamp is probably the one for you – just based on price-point and all the different activities it is good for. Have a look at our comprehensive ACTIK CORE Review below. … Read more
[Page updated: 1 June 2022] Here is where we list the best headlamps for all kinds of activities. Of course, our judgment is subjective, but we really believe we nailed this! We listed higher-priced reliable options and lower-priced headlamps when possible. Top Headlamps For 15 Activities Biking (road) Fenix FX-HL60RÂ – nice wide floodlight beam. If … Read more
[Last Updated: 1 June 2022] 3,700+ Hours Rainforest Testing—Trust Us We OWN all the headlamps you see here + many more that didn’t make the list. We’ve USED THEM for thousands of hours. We know which ones have the best features. We ADJUST our recommendations during the year to take into account new headlamps. We … Read more
[Page updated: 1 June 2022] We bought a couple of these Fenix headlamps to try them out almost two years ago. We have used them hundreds of times in the rainforest here in Thailand while looking for wildlife. Is the Fenix HP25 Headlamp Any Good? Yes, and No! It’s definitely durable. It definitely has a … Read more
[Page updated: 1 June 2022] Is the OLIGHT H2R NOVA headlamp anything special with its massive 2,300 lumens output? That’s what I wanted to find out. I couldn’t find anywhere that told me how long I could use the OLight H2R at 2,300 lumens, so I needed that answer. I found out. 1 minute. The … Read more