The most powerful headlamps
UltraFire QE-905A
The model went on sale only at the very beginning of this year and almost immediately became very popular among consumers. In terms of the total brightness of all the LED lamps installed here (this is a whole complex that includes one main and four additional ones, each of them is equipped with a separate lens) it is capable of producing 5000 lumens - this is truly a record figure. Only the highest quality light sources are installed here. The model is made in the USA, so it is distinguished by excellent workmanship, as well as excellent performance properties.
The flashlight is powerful and quite reliable. There are quite a lot of useful characteristics, but the device is not too expensive. The case is plastic and quite fragile, so it is not advisable to drop such a device.
Advantages:
- Very powerful model;
- Reasonable cost;
- High-quality lighting fixtures and durable optics.
Flaws:
- The plastic case is not able to withstand heavy loads.
Headlamp UltraFire QE-905A
Boruit HL-720
This device is capable of producing a beam whose range will be 1 km. Despite such a high power of the flashlight, it is practically not felt on your head. The design has a high-quality and well-thought-out balance due to the fact that the battery unit is moved to the back of the head. The total weight of the flashlight is just over 200 g. It is equipped with four operating modes, including a strobe, and is protected from moisture according to the IPX-6 standard, which allows you to use it even in very heavy rain. The total power of all LEDs provides a brightness of 3000 lm.
This device uses two lithium-ion batteries, each with a capacity of 4000 mAh, but even their capabilities are only enough for 40 minutes of operation at maximum illumination of the flashlight. For charging, you can use a power adapter or a car charger.
Advantages:
- Very powerful device;
- Several operating modes;
- Good equipment;
- Balanced weight distribution;
- You can even charge in the car.
Flaws:
- When using maximum brightness, the batteries do not last long.
Boruit HL-720
Phoenix HP30R
The flashlight belongs to the group of professional lighting equipment, so there is no doubt about its reliability and quality. The body of the device is made of high-quality aircraft aluminum of increased strength, so the device can easily withstand even quite strong impacts, it is reliably protected from moisture and dust penetration under the body. In total, there are nine operating modes, the maximum luminous flux is 1750 Lm. For ease of operation, the battery pack is not attached to the headrest, but is made separately and has fastenings for hooking onto a trouser belt.
The product is ideal for long hikes, cycling and other outdoor activities. It is very convenient that there is no need to carry a battery on your head. Energy consumption is insignificant, so one battery charge will be enough for 400 hours of flashlight operation.
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Advantages:
- Excellent workmanship;
- Thoroughly protected from water and dust;
- The high battery capacity allows you to charge other devices - mobile phones, players, tablets and so on;
- On one charge it can work up to 400 hours.
Flaws:
- It's very expensive.
Phoenix HP30R
LED LENSER MH7
In the model range of this manufacturer, this device is without a doubt the flagship, and this attitude is caused solely by the performance qualities of the flashlight. First of all, the device is equipped with optical beam stabilization, and it can be turned off if necessary. The maximum total power of LEDs is 600 Lm. At first glance, this may not seem like much, but the lighting elements are equipped with an original focusing lens, which allows for visibility of up to 200 m.
There are no complaints about the assembly. The manufacturer provides a seven-year warranty on its products. Gold-plated contacts are installed under the battery. Despite decent power indicators, this flashlight has a fairly compact body, which is distinguished by its design and well-chosen color scheme.
Advantages:
- Very original appearance;
- Good visibility over a long distance;
- Low energy consumption;
- Long warranty period.
Flaws:
- Not found, although the price is somewhat high.
LED LENSER MH7
Tourist and hunting options
Phoenix HL26R
One of the main distinguishing features of this headlamp is the built-in battery pack and very compact overall dimensions. At the same time, the products are lightweight - they weigh about 85-90 grams. You can hardly feel this flashlight on your head. At first glance it may seem that the mount is quite simple, but it reliably holds this lighting fixture in place. On the inside there is a strip made of high-quality elastic rubber, which does not lose its flexibility even in very low temperatures. It is equipped with a silicone gasket that prevents the device from slipping off the user's head.
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Naturally, it is far from achieving the qualities of a spotlight, but the device is very effective - it is capable of illuminating a distance of up to one hundred meters, easily withstands even serious physical impacts, and the body itself is carefully protected from moisture. There are several operating modes here - short-range, long-range, turbo and emergency, when the flashlight automatically starts giving an SOS light signal
Advantages:
- Fairly light products;
- Illuminates a hundred meters ahead;
- Quite a dense luminous flux;
- Built-in battery, which is enough for 100 hours of device operation in economy mode.
Flaws:
- Poor beam stabilization.
Phoenix HL26R
Bright Beam PANDA 3R
This flashlight has the highest class of protection against moisture - it complies with the IPX-8 standard, the body is shockproof, and is made of high-quality aircraft-grade aluminum of increased reliability. It contains two LED lamps, each of which has its own optical system; they are capable of generating a luminous flux of up to 1100 lm. The flashlight has 4 operating modes at once, so it can be adjusted strictly to specific conditions of use. In its brightest mode, it is capable of illuminating a space 115 m ahead.
It is equipped with a built-in battery with a capacity of 260 mAh, so in medium intensity mode the device can work for 18 hours. The device can be charged via an external battery, by connecting to a laptop, or using a standard smartphone charger.
Advantages:
- Occurs quite often;
- Reliable housing with excellent protection from moisture and dust;
- Attractive appearance;
- Built-in battery of decent capacity;
- Quite convenient to manage.
Flaws:
- The mount is not very comfortable.
Bright Beam PANDA 3R
LED LENSER H7R.2
A very original product, largely due to the fact that this device is equipped with a separate housing, since its battery pack is located in the back of the device. This allows you to make the weight distribution of the device more uniform, which, in turn, does not create additional stress on the neck muscles - this point is very important, since the device is characterized by a decent weight, which is about 170 g.
LED elements are capable of producing a very dense luminous flux - a maximum of 300 lm; if you use focusing, the maximum beam range will be 160 m. The flashlight is equipped with a brightness control, which is located on the battery compartment. The minimum luminous flux power will be 20 Lm. You can charge the device not only from the network, but also from USB. A full battery charge will be enough for 60 hours of continuous operation.
Advantages:
- Compact overall dimensions;
- Sufficiently powerful adjustable luminous flux;
- High reliability;
- Ease of use;
- Even distribution of mass prevents neck muscles from getting tired.
Flaws:
- Quite expensive.
LED LENSER H7R.2
Olight H2R Nova NW
It is distinguished by a large number of unusual design solutions that are usually uncharacteristic of a headlamp, but this approach has helped make this design one of the best for use in hunting or hiking trips. The body is universal, so if necessary, the flashlight can be used as an ordinary hand-held one. The design is very compact - the body length is only 11 cm, magnetic charging is used here, which is also very convenient. The degree of protection against moisture and dust complies with the international standard IPX-8, so the model can easily withstand immersion in water to a depth of up to a meter.
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The maximum brightness of the device is 2300 lm - the same figure as a car headlight. The beam range reaches 150 m, which is quite enough for hunting. The battery can operate without recharging for up to 1080 hours.
Advantages:
- Original mount;
- Can also be used as a hand-held flashlight;
- The brightness is in no way inferior to a car headlight;
- Magnetic charging.
Flaws:
- The only one is its cost.
Olight H2R Nova NW
