Spot 400 Headlamp vs HM50R v2.0 Ultra Compact Headlamp
HM50R v2.0 Ultra Compact Headlamp is the lighter of the two by 8 g (0.3 oz).
Per ounce carried, Spot 400 Headlamp costs less: $19.76/oz against $21.79/oz.
Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The best value in each row is highlighted.
| Spot 400 Headlamp Black Diamond | HM50R v2.0 Ultra Compact Headlamp Fenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.0 oz | 2.8 oz |
| MSRP | $59.95 | $59.95 |
| Price per ounce | $19.76/oz | $21.79/oz |
| Retailers | 1 | 1 |
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.
Full specs and prices for the Spot 400 Headlamp →HM50R v2.0 Ultra Compact Headlamp
The HM50R V2 is a compact aluminum-bodied headlamp that drives up to 700 lumens from a removable 16340 Li-ion cell with onboard USB-C charging. Gear-heads carry it for its sealed IP68 build, regulated output, and the rare ability to swap in spare cells or CR123A backups on multi-day trips.
Full specs and prices for the HM50R v2.0 Ultra Compact Headlamp →