BLACK DIAMOND Spot 400 Lumen LED Headlamp (Graphite)

I have used this headlamp In and around the house, outside at night and while kayaking. The adjustable brightness is helpful. I notice I use the wide-angle LED Most often. It’s quick to get to full brightness by double tapping the side of the unit. While kayaking, hi predominantly used the red light under a full moon and could see well. It is also lightweight, adjustable and comfortable when in use. The learning curve is minimal to learn how to switch within the modes, brightness, etc. The build quality is very good. I had an issue with an older model where the battery compartment broke when I replaced the batteries. I don’t see that happening with this model. The only reason I’m giving at four instead of five stars is that the rechargeable battery pack is additional. I didn’t realize that when I initially ordered it, but it did come with Duracell alkaline batteries.

Finally have a way to light spots hands-free, without needing to hold flashlight or phone. Comfortable headgear strap. Optional settings useful for narrow or wider range of light stream especially useful.

Muy buena lámpara, práctica con sus opciones de luz focalizada, de rango amplio y luz roja fácilmente intercambiables con el interruptor secundario; así como con su cambio de intensidad suave y continuo.
El único aspecto que no me agrada es el Power Tap, ya que muchas veces sólo por acomodar la inclinación de la lámpara se activa, o al pasar la cabeza cerca de algo. Sí es molesto que se active tan fácilmente.

Nice, easy to use, versatile headlamp. I like the different modes and features. I cannot yet comment on the battery life.

The only thing I will say is that the tap for max brightness function is a bit too sensitive, I often activate it when I don’t mean to.

Thank you, Black Diamond, for not messing with the formula.

They refining it every year or so, but keep the basics the same. A smart strategy.

I’ve been using the Spot since version 1. I’ve used them for alpine starts on hikes and climbs; nighttime descents from just about everything, every time of year; as my sole light on multiday climbing trips (I never felt the need to bring a backup); and lately, for fixing things around a house where everything needs fixing. This light is as comfortable under a nasty kitchen sink as it is in a snow cave (even if I’m not).

Killer features: Long battery life (if you dim the beam to what you actually need). Flood light, which is perfect for low-fatigue lighting while reading a map or hanging around in a tent. Great compatibility with Eneloop batteries (maybe slightly less bright than with alkalines, but plenty good). Compatibility with non-rechargeable lithium metal AAA batteries, for if you ever need insane battery life, or reliability down to -40°. I haven’t used BD’s new rechargeable custom lithium ion battery, but it looks like a cool option for some uses … like maybe if you bring a solar charger on a long trip. very good water resistance.

My one complaint—on earlier versions, the metal battery contacts were flimsy. We’ll see how the new model does.

Me gustó la iluminación, la duración de la batería y que ,.a diferencia de otro modelo de BD, se abre sin romper ningún elemento

Bought this model Spot because of the dual peer capability. Also bought the Black Diamond 1500ah battery and charger. So far it works well. No quality issues. Opening and closing battery compartment is a bit more fussy than previous model, but overall lamp is lighter.