10 Best Rechargeable Headlamps with White LEDs
for September 2023

The IKAAMA 1100 lumen LED headlamp is brighter and lasts longer than any of our previous top picks, but it's more expensive than our previous picks. In addition to 2 LED lamps, the IKAAMA 1100 lumen LED headlamp has a COB lamp, which throws out a brighter, whiter light. The LED lamp has 2 modes: high, and low. The COB lamp has 3 modes: high, medium, and low. The lamp has 8 lighting modes: LED beam, COB beam, red light, strobe light, high, medium, low, sense mode. The lamp has 2 buttons: one button for turning on/off the lamp, and the other button for cycling through the 8 lighting modes. The lamp has 3 lighting modes: low, high, sense mode. The lamp has a 45 degree adjustable beam angle, with a 50 meter range. The lamp has 2 LEDs: one red LED light and one white LED light. The lamp has 2 rechargeable 18650 batteries.

The Headlamp Rechargeable is one of the best headlamps we tested, and it's the best we've used at this price. The bright 1100-lumen light is more than enough to light up an entire tent, and it's great for camping, hiking, or fishing. It's also super bright enough to use for running or bicycle riding. The rechargeable design gives you up to 8 hours of battery life, which is more than enough for most uses. The motion sensor works surprisingly well, and the light turns off and stays off until you wave your hand again or walk in front of the sensor (a few seconds). The built-in rechargeable battery is convenient, and the battery indicator makes it easy to see when it's time to charge. The headlamp is IPX4 rated, so it's waterproof enough for use in rain or snow, and it's built to last with a durable, tough outer shell. We also like that the headlamp has a 2-year warranty and 60-day money back guarantee, so it's risk-free to buy.

The NITECORE NU32 is one of the best headlamps we've tested, period. Its light output is bright enough to illuminate the darkest trails, and its white LED is crisp and warm, with a CRI of 90. The secondary LEDs, which do an excellent job of illuminating a close-up area or for reading, range from dim to bright, with each one having a selectable color temperature from 2,700K to 5,500K. The headlamp is comfortable to wear, and the elasticized headband is adjustable to fit a variety of head sizes. The battery life is impressive, especially considering the wattage output, and the red auxiliary LED is bright enough for hunting or hiking at night. The NITECORE NU32 is also the only model we tested that has an easily reachable battery level indicator, which is helpful if you're planning a long outdoor excursion. The one drawback is that the headlamp requires a separate adapter for the USB port, though Nitecore sells LumenTac adapters that are sold separately for $17. The NITECORE NU32 is an excellent headlamp, and it's worth the money.

The 8-LED 18,000-lumen Rechargeable Headlamp from Novatek is the brightest of any of our picks, but it's also the heaviest and most expensive. The headlamp has 8 ultrabright LED bulbs, which illuminate up to 500 meters, and it offers 8 lighting modes, including high, low, all, SOS strobe, and a red auxiliary light. This headlamp also has 5 clips that attach to items ranging from a bike helmet to a baseball cap. The headlamp is rechargeable via USB cable, and it comes with 2 rechargeable AA batteries. The headlamp is waterproof, and it's designed to withstand drops of up to 6 feet. The headlamp is very comfortable, and it's surprisingly small and light, weighing just 2.3 ounces. The headlamp is bright, and it provides enough light for cycling and hiking. The headlamp also works well as an LED flashlight, and it straps to objects well. The Novatek headlamp is also easy to use, and it includes 2 AAA batteries and a USB charging cable.

This headlamp has a bright main beam, and a wide, flood beam. The red light on the back is a useful safety feature, and the bright red warning light on the battery pack is a thoughtful touch. The headlamp has 8 lighting modes and 2 power modes, so you can use it for a wide variety of tasks. The 2 rechargeable batteries recharge quickly, and the battery case is durable enough to survive a few drops in water. It's easy to change the light modes too, and the battery case door is sealed to prevent water from getting in. The main beam is a bit dimmer than the other modes, and the red light is brighter than the red warning light, but these are small trade-offs for a compact, versatile headlamp.

The Redlight Spot headlamp is the brightest headlamp we've tested. The 500-lumen white LED floodlight provides 5 modes: a bright white LED, a dim white LED, a red LED, a strobe, and an SOS (which gives you 5 seconds of white light for signaling). The headlamp is bright enough that you can use the light as a flashlight, but it's much brighter and best used as a headlamp, since the light shines straight in front of you (as opposed to down, like a flashlight). The headlamp is lightweight, weighing only 1.7 ounces, so it's easy to carry, and its adjustable headband makes it easy to fit it on any head. The headlamp is waterproof, with a waterproof rating of IPX4, so it's suitable for hiking and other outdoor activities, and it has a 3-hour battery life. The headlamp charges on a USB cable, so you don't need to bring a charging cable with you. The headlamp has 3 LEDs that are subject to overheating, so it's best used outdoors in cool weather.

The Cobiz 8 LED Headlamp's long battery life, bright, versatile light, and tough, waterproof design make it the best headlamp for camping, climbing, and hiking. You get 8 modes in all: a focused main beam, a focused side beam, a focused all beam, a focused SOS strobe, a focused red strobe (for signaling), a weak red strobe (to make you more visible), and a warm white beam (for reading). The warm white beam is especially nice for reading books, and the red lights make sure you can be seen even at night. The headlamp is rechargeable via micro-USB, and the battery lasts 5-10 hours, depending on mode. (In the LED key mode, the battery lasts about six hours, and in the COB auxiliary mode, the battery lasts about 3 hours.) The headlamp is IPX-4 waterproof, so it's resistant to splashing water, rain, and snow. The headlamp is also adjustable, so you can focus the light exactly where you need it. The headlamp's headlamps also have a strong magnet on the back, so you can easily mount it on your backpack. The headlamp's battery can be recharged up to 500 times before it needs to be replaced. The headlamp is lightweight, weighing just 16 ounces. The headlamp's 8 LEDs have a lifespan of 50,000 hours, so the headlamps should last you a long time. The headlamp's battery is rechargeable via micro-USB, so it's easy to charge the battery from your car charger. The Cobiz 8 LED Headlamp is on sale for $24.99, which is a great price for a heavy-duty headlamp that's waterproof, lightweight, and lasts a long time.

The NEWLI Headlamp did not disappoint. It's the lightest headlamp we tested, and it's brighter than any other light in this price range. The headlamp's 500 lumens are more than adequate for running, biking, hiking, or camping in dark or low-light environments. The lamp's 10 light modes include a white mode, red mode, and four strobe modes, and the four-way switch makes it easy to cycle through each mode. The headlamp's light is bright and consistent, and the beam is wide enough to light a 230-foot stretch of road. The headlamp is comfortable to wear, and it's especially light on the head. The headlamp comes with a rubber strap and hook, so you can clip it to your bag or belt when you're not wearing it. The headlamp's battery lasts for about 4 hours on its highest setting, and it charges in about 2 hours. The rechargeable battery also lasts a long time, so you won't have to recharge it too often. The headlamp consumes very little power, so you won't drain your batteries if you forget to recharge it. The lamp also has an IP65 rating, so it's waterproof, and the lamp's battery is rechargeable, so it's environmentally friendly. The headlamp is relatively expensive, but it's well worth the money. The headlamp comes with a 2-year warranty, and it's backed by excellent customer service.

The Nitecore NU32 is a super bright, versatile headlamp with a wide range of uses. It's bright enough to work as part of a security team, and it's bright enough to read by, and its white LED is high enough in CRI to read a map by. The triple outputs allow you to choose modes for whatever you're accessing, whether it's reading a map, signaling for help, or preserving night vision. The auxiliary red LEDs are bright enough for signaling, and the high CRI auxiliary LEDs are bright enough to read by. The rechargeable 550-lumen white LED is bright enough to work as part of a security team, and it's bright enough to read by. The battery life is long enough that you won't be constantly recharging the headlamp, but it's convenient to charge via USB, and the headlamp will switch to USB power automatically when the rechargeable battery is low. The headlamp is comfortable to wear, and it's well-made and sturdy. The beam is wide and powerful, and you can adjust it to focus the light precisely where you need it. The Nitecore NU32 is an all-around great headlamp, and we're happy to recommend to anyone who needs illumination.

The D25LR is a lightweight, compact headlamp with a decent range of features. It has 4 bright LEDs and 100 lumens of brightness, which is sufficient for most tasks. The battery life is good, and the light has a decent range of output. The lens covers a 90-degree angle, so it's easy to point the headlamp where you want it to shine. The headlamp is rechargeable, and comes with a USB cord for charging. It also has a power indicator light, which alerts you when the light is low. The headlamp is IPX6 rated for waterproof, which is This is especially important if you plan to use the headlamp while camping or hiking in wet environments.