The 9 Best Petzl Headlamp Batteries (2023 reviews)

Petzl is known for creating practical and great battery for people on the go. Utilized this while camping with a buddy and it is very bright and comfortable. It features a reflective thread that makes the user visible under a variety of conditions. It is the size of a pack of gum, cut in half, with the halves stacked on top of one another. It is weather resistant, so the battery handles colder conditions really well. It's reasonably comfortable considering it has a round cord strap, but some people might prefer wearing it over a hat or something.

It's comfortable and stays in place when you adjust it. It is unplugged from the charger so it will drain in no time. It is unplugged from the charger and it will drain in no time.

Why We Like This:

Takes a long time to charge really
Nice light very tiny and fragile
Very tiny and light weight, buy two in case you break one
Light weight, long lasting battery, very useful

Best For nearly every scenario: Petzl Rechargeable Core Battery

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The petzl rechargeable core battery's material feels more premium than its price would suggest. This light is excellent for running on dark trails. The battery pack that is rechargeable is amazing and the headlamp itself is super bright that you cannot look into the light when it is at max brightness. It’s easy to turn on and the headband is easy to adjust. The red settings are bright and useful for preserving night vision. The high mode is perfect for when your scared of the boogeyman or want to show off to your friends the power of the light.

The battery lasts a surprisingly long time and the light is quite bright. It's easy to charge and battery life is great.

Why We Like This:

Great headlamp, red + white and variable brightness, rechargable battery, controls a bit touchy
Lightweight (75 grams) and very comfortable to wear
Rechargeable battery is handy, but nice to have option to use regular batteries also
Lightweight, charges well and holds a charge

Best basic Headlamp: Petzl either Core Rechargeable Battery

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Compared with other products by Petzl, the petzl either core rechargeable battery has a convenient design. This headlamp is well designed. Compact and lightweight, it slides easily into your pocket or a backpack, so you can take it with you anywhere. It simply switches off when you are done with the lamp instead of cycling through the brighter settings. The angle adjustments have the appropriate amount of firmness. It allows you to not blind your fellow campers yet still see them in the edges of the light distribution.

The headband is sturdy and easy to adjust.

Why We Like This:

Adjusts well, not too tight, not too loose, soft and comfortable
Convenient when needing hands free lighting for home projects
Comfortable, light weight and very, oh so very bright

Best With Its HYBRID CONCEPT design: Petzl Core Rechargeable Battery

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Petzl is known for creating pragmatic and minimalist battery for people on the go. It is a great reliable headlamp for when you need it. It uses 3 AAA batteries that should get you comfortably through two nights on the medium setting. It's light weight and puts out a reasonable amount of light. It is easy to use, with a single button and a symmetrical headband for adjusting the size. The band is comfy and easy to adjust.

The light itself is not waterproof, but only water resistant. It does not include a charging port, so the batteries must be removed in order to charge them. It’s just as good for reading in your tent as it is for getting around the campsite or hiking.

Why We Like This:

Well designed, not too bright nor too dim
Adjustable so you can work in front of you
Delivers what they promise

Best With Core Rechargeable Battery: Petzl Lumen Headlamp

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The petzl lumen headlamp has killer features for the price point. This light is bright, comfortable and doesn't seem to eat batteries. It is much preferred than even light dispersion with a sharp cutoff of many headlamps. It has one button that cycles through three power settings for brightness and the third is very very bright. The elastic strap IN THEORY can be removed for washing but it's difficult to remove it from the light housing as the openings that the strap passes through are super tight.

This lamp has 3 settings for brightness and the third is very very bright. It is well made easy to use. The light dispersion is brightest in the center and fades to the edges. The low beam is perfect to just see book pages.

Why We Like This:

Opening the latch to replace the batteries is easy
New and hot release

Best With Red Light: Petzl Red Light

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Next on the list, we've got yet another product that manages to win our hearts. It's the petzl red light and it's widely considered as one of the best convenient products you can buy. Casting 350 lumens, actik provides powerful and comfortable lighting to go with you when you're running, trekking, or mountaineering. Its phosphorescent reflector makes it easy to find in the dark and red lighting keeps you from blinding those around you when you’re with a group. The buttons on the transmitter are large and easy to distinguish.

This flashlight is lightweight and has different settings to use from high to low. They are going to have fun running outside at night and seeing better. It’s the ideal headlamp to extend your dynamic outdoor activities. The 3 brightness levels and red light covers all kinds of conditions. The tilt feature is nice and makes it perfect for walking or running in darkness, you forget you even have it on your transmitter. It is suitable for different situations.

Why We Like This:

Single button for quick and easy selection of brightness or light color
Illuminates well even when you ride a bike on the road at night
Very bright focused beam, great value
Has three white light settings, very suitable for different situations

Best night vision: Petzl Headlamp Battery

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The TIKKINA comes with three standard AAA batteries and is also compatible with the core rechargeable battery, with its hybrid concept design. It comes with 300 lumens of brightness and uniform, comfortable lighting, and the tikkina headlamp lights up your evenings under the stars. It comes in cool colors and it is a little uncomfortable if one wears glasses.

The Battery indicator shows the battery level each time the lamp is turned on or off. It lasts easily a full 8 hours with the lion battery accessory and is very comfortable for all day wear. It is compatible with the core rechargeable battery, with its hybrid concept design. The swivel is much stronger than the previous model, PLUS it tilts up as well as down.

Why We Like This:

Very high performing in commercial and industrial applications
Single, wide beam pattern for comfortably seeing your immediate surroundings
Rechargeable via micro usb port when using with core battery
Works great and comes in cool colors

Best Battery life: Petzl Compact Headlamp

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If you are currently in the market looking for a suitable battery for your daily usage, this product is the natural choice. Petzl has the most comfortable headbands and this one is no exception. It comes with 250 lumens of brightness and uniform, comfortable lighting, and the tikkina headlamp lights up your evenings under the stars. It has many brightness options and the fit is great. The band adjusts to even the biggest of heads so you have your hands free and can illuminate directly in front of you to follow where your eyesight will be. It's not the most powerful, but it's plenty bright for your immediate area/workspace. It is perfect for night nature hikes, with a caveat.

Why We Like This:

Indispensable for tasks where you really have to see what you're doing
Bright light good on battery life
New and hot release

Best Brightness: Petzl spare Rechargeable Battery

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The petzl spare rechargeable battery should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. The ACCU NAO + only weighs 95 grams and has a recharge time of 6 hours. It works with the petzl nao+ headlamp. The battery pack must be opened, the wires connected, and then closed, as the instructions say. It will produce a stunning amount of light. The ion rechargeable battery guarantees high performance for the nao + headlamp, even at low temperatures. It recharges directly via USB with its integrated connection.

Why We Like This:

Simple universal charging via the micro usb port
New and hot release