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Black Diamond Storm Headlamp vs Nitecore HA11 Headlamp

HA11 Headlamp is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).

Where to buy

Storm Headlamp

  • Check price at Black Diamond

HA11 Headlamp

  • Check price on Amazon→

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Storm Headlamp

Black Diamond

HA11 Headlamp

Nitecore

Weight
3.6 oz
3.2 oz
MSRP
$79.95
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the Nitecore HA11 Headlamp if every ounce counts — 3.2 oz against 3.6 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the Black Diamond Storm Headlamp lighter than the Nitecore HA11 Headlamp?
HA11 Headlamp is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).

Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

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“The Storm is engineered to light the way in all conditions, featuring robust waterproof/dustproof housing and 550 lumens of bright light. The compact body is ergonomic, with large, easy-to-use buttons. One button turns the lamp on and off and adjusts the brightness of the light, while the other swaps easily between three set modes (low, medium, and high).”
Full specs and prices for the Storm Headlamp →

Nitecore HA11 Headlamp

Source not recorded.

“DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR - The NITECORE HA11 headlamp produces up to 240 lumens of light that reaches 98 yards with 3 brightness, for late night runs, camping and hiking expeditions. DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR - The NITECORE HA11 headlamp produces up to 240 lumens of light that reaches 98 yards with 3 brightness, for late night runs, camping and hiking expeditions.”
Full specs and prices for the HA11 Headlamp →

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