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Black Diamond Spot 350-R vs Nitecore NU40

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

No winner on weight yet. The recorded weights have not both been verified on the same basis. Size, included parts and single-item versus pair weights can differ. Check the linked sources before choosing a replacement.

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Spec Black Diamond Spot 350-R Nitecore NU40
Weight 84 g · 0.084 kg · 0.19 lb 116 g · 0.116 kg · 0.26 lb
with bracket and headband, built-in battery
Brand Black Diamond Nitecore
Category Lighting Lighting
Black Diamond Spot 350-R
84 g

Rechargeable 350-lumen headlamp with PowerTap.

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Nitecore NU40
116 g

1000-lumen rechargeable headlamp with dual light sources.

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Black Diamond Spot 350-R vs Nitecore NU40: which should you buy?

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