Knog Bandicoot 250 Headlamp vs Nitecore NU25 MCT UL Headlamp
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight silicone headlamp with 250 lumens and 40m beam range. IP67 waterproof.
Full details →400-lumen USB-C rechargeable headlamp with three color temperatures and ultralight 47g construction for minimalist backpacking.
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Knog Bandicoot 250 Headlamp vs Nitecore NU25 MCT UL Headlamp: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore NU25 MCT UL Headlamp wins — at 47 g it is 13 g (22%) lighter than the Knog Bandicoot 250 Headlamp (60 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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