Black Diamond Spot 400-R Headlamp vs Petzl Actik Core Headlamp
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Rechargeable 400-lumen headlamp with multiple modes including red night vision. USB-C charging with IPX8 waterproof rating.
Check price Full details →Rechargeable headlamp with 625 lumen max output and USB-C charging. Dual power: CORE battery or 3 AAA. 88g. Red night-vision mode included.
Check price Full details →Black Diamond Spot 400-R Headlamp vs Petzl Actik Core Headlamp: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Black Diamond Spot 400-R Headlamp wins — at 85 g it is 3 g (3%) lighter than the Petzl Actik Core Headlamp (88 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
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