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Black Diamond Spot 400 vs Petzl Actik Core

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

Both weigh the same at 95 g, so choose on features, price and fit.
Spec Black Diamond Spot 400 Petzl Actik Core
Weight 95 g · 0.095 kg · 0.21 lb 95 g · 0.095 kg · 0.21 lb
Brand Black Diamond Petzl
Category Lighting Lighting
Black Diamond Spot 400
95 g

400-lumen headlamp with strobe mode and IPX8 waterproofing.

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Petzl Actik Core
95 g

450-lumen rechargeable headlamp. AAA battery backup.

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Black Diamond Spot 400 vs Petzl Actik Core: which should you buy?

On weight these two are identical (95 g), so your decision comes down to features, fit and price. Check the full details and current price for each above.

See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest lighting page, or browse the full gear weight database.

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