Nitecore NU27 Multi-Color Headlamp vs Petzl Iko Core Headlamp
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight MCT headlamp, 1.98oz, 600 lumens across 3 color temperatures
Full details →500-lumen headlamp with rechargeable CORE battery via USB. Slim profile with a flexible headband. Red lighting mode for night vision. 80g including battery.
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Nitecore NU27 Multi-Color Headlamp vs Petzl Iko Core Headlamp: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore NU27 Multi-Color Headlamp wins — at 56 g it is 24 g (30%) lighter than the Petzl Iko Core Headlamp (80 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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