This week, we scanned Amazon's bestseller list for the highest-rated headlamps, then pulled the best, most authoritative reviews for each.
GRDE Zoomable ($25)
“ will make your friends jealous. It's incredibly bright in high mode and the battery lasts long enough for late night hikes. Plus, it’s USB rechargeable.”
Black Diamond Spot ($40)
“I love . It is about the brightest headlamp I have ever owned. I have used it on two Boy Scout campouts and it was great. The headband is easy to adjust and it stays put without slipping or sagging.”
Best Waterproof LED ($10)
“ is nice and bright on the high setting although the low setting could be a little lower. Don't think I'll have a use for the red light. The on and off button is big and easy to use and the lamp tilts down so you can point it where you need it. I wish the strap was a little heavier but hopefully, it won’t wear out.”
LuminoLite LED ($10)
“I really love ! It's easy to adjust and stay on your head. You can wear a cap and it sits right on top of it. The adjustable 45 degree angle is a great feature. The 160 lumens is very bright; too bright for taking out the dog at night so I prefer the lower brightness setting.”
Petzl Tikka ($30)
“I have used on many hiking trips and canoe trips in the Boundary Waters area. The strap is really comfortable, it seems to be conservative on the battery use and I like that there's a red light option, too.”