Best headlamp?

[wadu1]

I've been using Princetion Tec for years, I use the FRED model.

https://princetontec.com/product/fred/

[trophyhunt]

Man, too many choices!! 

[Tbar]

I like the rugged simplicity of the single aa zebra light.  Run time is adequate or really long on low light mode.  I carry two exes batteries and know I can get out of anywhere or process anything in the dark.

[trophyhunt]

Do you guys use the red light very often?  The Fenix hl 65r is nice but doesn’t have the red/green light.

[Sliverslinger]

My vote is SLONIK from Amazon. It is the exact same headlamp as the Peaks at a 3rd of the price.

https://a.co/d/4WkdI6Z

I’ve often wondered if the Peaks is this headlamp with a different name on it.

[MADMAX]

Been happy with these

https://www.amazon.com/%EF%BB%BFGearLight-USB-Rechargeable-Headlamp-Flashlight/dp/B096M2M91S

[EnglishSetter]

Obviously 1 Project Farm review can't test every light available, but this offers a pretty good cross-section of some different mfg's and helps equate $ with performance, exposes shortcomings and fake specs.

FWIW, I have several Fenix lights and they've all been excellent.


For just around the house I've been using these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D66HCXW?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

Much depends on what you expect out of the light.  What's at risk if the light doesn't perform?

[blackveltbowhunter]

Like most gear its hard to pick a "best" because there's so many variables.

It sounds like one of your priorities is lots of light (high lumens). For most light per size I think Olight is a top contender. The Perun 3 is 3000 lumens and still pretty compact it Has a color light option.
    I use red or green light more than standard white unless navigating or looking for blood or critter.

[slavenoid]

Is the light mostly for hunting? Black Diamond is my favorite for lightweight hunting lights. I tried some others when there was talk about them being anti hunting but quickly went back. I absolutely love my Sunspot raccoon hunting light if I can get away with the extra weight and size. Its great when you really need to light up the woods but way overkill if you're sneaking down small trails in the dark.

[Gentrys]

Been using a Black Diamond for years.  It's ok.  Following this thread to see what you all recommend.

[hughjorgan]

Do you guys use the red light very often?  The Fenix hl 65r is nice but doesn’t have the red/green light.

I don’t tend to use the red light while navigating in the dark, it isn’t bright enough on my black diamond or petzl to see where I am going.

[Alchase]

Do you guys use the red light very often?  The Fenix hl 65r is nice but doesn’t have the red/green light.

I don’t tend to use the red light while navigating in the dark, it isn’t bright enough on my black diamond or petzl to see where I am going.

Do you guys use the red light very often?  The Fenix hl 65r is nice but doesn’t have the red/green light.

To answer both of those our questions:
1. The LED band headlamp you posted, yes after trying the LED bands headlamps, I won’t go back to a single or even a triple light headlamp. I don’t need a light that reaches hundreds of feet away. I need a light that spreads out and the light not just a small beam. LED Band headlamps do that well, and they are very comfortable to use hours on end.

2. Red light use, I have used a red light heading up a trail before sunrise to limit my  impact on the hike to where I want to hunt. I have also used I when making a nighttime toilet run when tent hunting. Either of those circumstances, a normal white light would have worked, but a white light will mess with your ability to see in the dark, a red light won’t.

[trophyhunt]

Great info!!! A lot to consider

[jackelope]

I have 3 different Zebra lamps. They’re all awesome. I can’t do rechargeable for backpacking. Too risky. What if it dies? I try to keep all my battery powered stuff running the same batteries so I only have to bring one type. Double A everything for me.
I had a Fenix. It worked for a few times then crapped out and doesn’t work anymore. I’m sure it’s a fluke but I won’t recommend them.

[trophyhunt]

The rechargeable battery deal also scares me, leaning towards regular batteries. Easy to pack a few.