It offers a good balance of power and burn time, and whatever your preferred night-time activity, this is a solid contender that won't let you down. It's rechargeable-only so you can't keep spare batteries on hand, however you can take a separate battery pack with you in case you run out of juice. In all the BioLite HeadLamp 750 is a solid high-end head torch that's easy to operate and good to wear for hours on end. We particularly like how the battery pack is situated round the back so as to distribute weight evenly. It has eight light modes that you can switch between at the tap of a well-positioned button, including a red LED for tactical operations, and it fits beautifully and comfortably whether you're wearing it straight on your head or over a beanie or helmet. It can kick out a whopping 750 lumens when you really need it, but you're more likely to keep it set to 500, which it can maintain for seven hours of impressive illumination. If you need a head torch that'll keep going for hours on end and can deliver a dazzling beam of light on demand, the BioLite HeadLamp 750 is an absolute must. Head to our Petzl Swift RL head torch review to find out more. Other design touches вЂ“ a practical headband that wraps around the lamp section for easy storage, a switch lock that prevents the batteries from running down while in your rucksack вЂ“ help this head lamp really shine. While you can't use standard batteries, Petzl will let you swap the included battery pack over, so you can keep a spare in your bag. There's also a 'reactive' setting, that'll automatically detect how much light you need and adjust accordingly, with the aim of not wasting battery power, although this can be annoying at times. You'll get 2 hours of 550 lumen light on the standard setting, which is pretty solid for a head torch. Realistically, you'll never need that kind of output, but it's nice to know it's there, isn't it? Petzl hasn't gone all-in on brightness and forgotten about performance, don't worry. The maximum output of 900 lumens is brighter than a sun through a telescope. If it's brightness you're after, this has you covered and then some. Our top best head torch pick right now is the outstanding Petzl Swift RL. This is a particular issue if youвЂ™re planning on running or adventuring in winter or at high-altitudes, as cold discharges batteries fast. Moving up into rechargeable batteries will give you lumens for longer, but at the cost of having to find a wall outlet once battery life starts to fade.

Fortunately, modern LED technology has pretty much levelled the playing field, so AAA-powered head torches usually show pretty similar performance figures. Inevitably, extra features increase the weight of any headlamp, so be realistic about your needs and the overall burn time you actually need. A big weight on your head gets annoying fast, and carting a heavy head torch around on a summerвЂ™s day hike, just for a few minutes' use when darkness falls, is a waste of pack weight. Bigger isn't always better when it comes to the best head torches, especially for high-energy pursuits. When making your choice, as well as lumens you'll also want to consider size and weight. What else to look for in the best head torch Keep a watch on our live prices below and finding the best head torch at the lowest price will be a walk in the park. To help you get the most bang for you buck, we're also lighting the way to the best Black Friday deals where you'll find some impressive discounts to be had across a wide range of outdoor clothing and equipment. If you're planning for a trip, you might also want to check out our guides to the best tents, the best hiking boots, and the best hiking backpacks.

This head torch review focuses on the top options for a range of different uses вЂ“ including the best running torch, the brightest head torch and more. Read on for our pick of the best head torches around right now.

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A good head torch needn't cost you the earth, and if you choose wisely you'll find one that spits out just the right amount of light you need, doesn't run out of power too quickly and is a comfortable fit for extended night treks or 3AM excursions to a camp site toilet block.

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