Spot 400 Headlamp vs Spot 400-R Headlamp

Spot 400 Headlamp is the lighter of the two by 14 g (0.5 oz).

Where to buy

Spot 400 Headlamp

Spot 400-R Headlamp

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Spot 400 Headlamp

Black Diamond

Spot 400-R Headlamp

Black Diamond

Weight
3.0 oz
3.5 oz
MSRP
$59.95
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Price per ounce
$19.76/oz
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Retailers
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Spot 400 Headlamp

Black Diamond's long-running workhorse headlamp: 400 lumens, IP67 waterproofing, red night-vision mode, and PowerTap instant-boost in an 86-gram AAA-powered package. It is the default recommendation for backpackers who want reliable light without paying for features they will not use.

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Spot 400-R Headlamp

The Black Diamond Spot 400 R has 400 lumens of power, now housed in a smaller, more efficient design. With a compact body, the Spot 400 features a low profile for better balance and is more ergonomic. The user interface also has a second switch for easy lens mode selection.

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