| Comparison Chart - Headlamps |
Headlamp and price*
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LED
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Batteries
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Wt.
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Max. runtime (hrs.)
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Lux at 2 meters
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Max. throw (ft.)
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Features, warranty
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Princeton Tec Quad
Where to Buy
(*est. $30)
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4-LED array
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3 AAA (lithium-ion, alkaline or recharge-able NiMH or lithium-ion)
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2.9 oz. lith-ium, or 3.6 oz.
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150
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37 (high)
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95
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Flood beam for tasks; uses Nichia UltraBright LEDs. Waterproof to one meter. Voltage regular, low-battery indicator, swivel adjustment on lamp. Maximum light output 21 lumens; three light levels plus strobe. Battery pack in front. Can detach headband to use as stand-alone light. Lifetime warranty.
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Princeton Tec Eos
Where to Buy
(*est. $40)
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1-watt Max-bright
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3 AAA
(lithium-ion, alkaline or recharge-able NiMH or lithium-ion)
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3.7
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60
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203
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187
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Waterproof spot beam with three brightness levels plus strobe. Voltage regulator keeps brightness consistent for 44 hours on the low setting, 9.5 hours on medium and 6.5 hours on high. Backpacker Magazine Best Buy in 2006. Lacks diffuser for task lighting. Lifetime warranty.
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Petzl e+LITE
Where to Buy
(*est. $30)
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3 LEDs plus 1 red LED
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Two CR2032 lithium-ion buttons
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1 oz.
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45
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23 (high)
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62
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Waterproof to one meter, certified for hazardous conditions. Light output 16 lumens. Includes protective case. Flood beam with two light levels plus strobe. Can use with clip or headstrap. Ten-year warranty.
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Princeton Tec Apex Pro
Where to Buy
(*est. $90)
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3-watt Lux-eon III plus 4-LED array
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2 CR123 lithium-ion
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6.1 oz.
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35
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452 (high)
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279
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Provides both spot and flood beams. Uses Nichia UltraBright LEDs. Waterproof to one meter. Voltage regulator, battery meter, heat sink. Light output 60 lumens. "Find-me" blinker, removable top strap. Battery pack in rear for balance; removable top strap goes over the head. A heavier 9.4-ounce version (*est. $84) uses four AA batteries for longer runtime up to 150 hours. Lifetime warranty.
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Everlite EL8 Solar Headlamp
Where to Buy
(*est. $50)
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5-LED array
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Solar panel
(2.5 x 4.5 inches)
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3-oz head, 3-oz solar panel
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28
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Not avail-able
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60
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Water-resistant. Flood beam with two light levels plus strobe. Photo-cell mode turns light on at dusk, off at dawn. Optional accessories include wall charger, 12v charger. Other accessories let solar panel charge cell phone, camera, etc. One-year warranty.
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