Switch between warm, neutral, and cool light to match fog, clear trails, or night runs.
MATCH YOUR LIGHT TO THE CONDITIONS - Pick warm 3000K when fog rolls in on the ridge, neutral 4500K for stream crossings at dusk, or cool 6500K during your evening park run. One button press switches between all three.
ALL-NIGHT LIGHT AT PRACTICAL BRIGHTNESS - The included HLB1500 battery covers a full tropical night (Nitecore defines "all night" as the 12 hours between 6pm and 6am) at a brightness level that handles camp setup, trail navigation, and GPS checks with about an hour to spare.
WIDE BEAM COVERS YOUR FULL VISION - The flood beam exceeds 100 degrees, lighting up your entire peripheral view. On technical terrain, you see the root at your feet and the switchback ahead at the same time—no head-swiveling to check your footing.
TRUE COLORS WHEN DETAILS MATTER - The warm light setting renders every shade accurately. Identify trail markers by color in fog, assess an injury properly during a first aid situation, or spot that missing carabiner at the bottom of your pack.
STAYS BRIGHT DURING LONG BURNS - The aluminum alloy heat sink pulls heat away from the LEDs, keeping your output stable throughout extended use.
DOUBLES AS A CAMP LANTERN - The included diffusing stuff sack transforms the headlamp into ambient tent lighting for meal prep, reading, or evening card games. Doubles as a storage pouch when not in use.
Every runtime and distance figure on this page is measured under the ANSI/PLATO FL1-2019 standard—the same benchmark professionals use to compare headlamps. The numbers you see here match what you'll get in the field.
With the HLB1500 battery and headband attached, the HA25 UHE weighs 91 grams. Light enough to forget you're wearing it during long treks, but packed with features that heavier headlamps struggle to match.
Use the included rechargeable HLB1500 for daily use, or swap in three AAA batteries from any store worldwide. Most headlamps lock you into one battery type—the HA25 UHE gives you a backup option wherever you travel.
The TrueVision+ optical system delivers over 94% of the LED output to your beam—significantly higher than standard headlamp optics, giving you more usable light from the same battery.
Six Dual-Core LEDs, Three Color Temperatures, One Array
The HA25 UHE uses six dual-core MCT (Multiple Color Temperatures) UHE LEDs—12 cores total. This patent-pending design (Utility Model Patent No. CN202323108231.8, EU & US Patent Pending) delivers three distinct color temperatures with variable CRI levels from a single LED array.
The TrueVision+ unibody multi-faceted optical lens creates a flood beam exceeding 100 degrees through a 1,065mm² reflective surface and 46.9mm light-emitting surface. The result is soft, even illumination across the full beam width.
How to switch: Short press the MODE button to cycle through Neutral White → Warm Light → Cool White. If warm or cool light has been active for over 1 minute, pressing MODE returns directly to neutral white (skipping the other temperature).
High CRI warm light for wildlife observation and trail assessment in variable weather conditions.
Lightweight enough for multi-day treks, with dual power options that keep you covered deep into a route.
Cool 6500K white light provides maximum brightness and efficiency for urban night runs and park training.
Warm 3000K light creates a comfortable atmosphere for meal prep, reading, and evening downtime at camp.
Choose Your Battery Based on Your Trip
NITECORE HLB1500 LI-ION BATTERY PACK (INCLUDED) - 1500mAh rechargeable pack. 13 hours at 100 lumens, up to 88 hours on ultralow. Charges from empty to full in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes via USB-C at 5V/1A. Your go-to for weekend trips and daily use.
STANDARD AAA BATTERIES - The same battery compartment accepts three AAA alkaline (1.5V) or rechargeable Ni-MH (1.2V) cells. 8 hours 30 minutes at 100 lumens on alkaline. Grab a pack from any store worldwide when you need backup power.
Note: Turbo mode (800 lumens) is only available with the HLB1500 pack. AAA batteries max out at High mode (450 lumens). Rechargeable LFP (3.2V) and Li-ion (3.7V) 10400-size batteries are incompatible.
INTUITIVE DUAL-BUTTON CONTROL - Two buttons with distinct shapes and textures let you operate the headlamp by feel alone. The power button handles on/off and brightness (LOW → MID → HIGH). The mode button switches color temperatures.
FOUR-WAY MOUNTING CLIP - The included clip attaches to cap brims and backpack straps. Keep hands free during camp setup, or clip it to your hat as a reading light.
LOCKOUT MODE - Long press both buttons for 2 seconds to lock. Your headlamp stays off in your pack, preserving battery. Long press both buttons again for 2 seconds to unlock back to Neutral White ULTRALOW.
POWER INDICATORS - Four LED indicators display remaining battery status at a glance. Four bars means 75–100%, down to one bar at 0–25% (recharge or replace soon). Short press either button when the light is off to check.
6-LUMEN ULTRALOW MODE - Soft, eye-friendly light designed for days of continuous use on a single charge. Check your watch at 2 AM, read in the tent, or navigate camp without waking anyone.
RED LIGHT AUXILIARY - Preserves your night vision during after-dark use. High (15 lumens) and low (5 lumens) settings plus slow flashing mode for emergency signaling or group visibility.
800 LUMENS TURBO AT 120 METERS - Maximum output lights up distant trail markers and terrain features. Activate by long-pressing the power button while any color temperature is on. Short press either button to return to your previous brightness level.
SOS AND BEACON MODES - Emergency signaling patterns accessible by double-pressing the MODE button from any headlamp state, then cycling with the power button through SOS → Beacon → Slow Flashing.
BREATHABLE REFLECTIVE HEADBAND - Hollow-weave construction manages sweat during active use while reflective elements increase your visibility to others. Adjustable fit stays secure during movement—scrambling over boulders or running park loops.
IP66 DUST AND WATER PROTECTION - Fully sealed against fine dust and protected against powerful water jets from any direction. Keep going when the weather turns, or clean the headlamp under running water after a muddy trip.
ONE-METER IMPACT RESISTANCE - Constructed from special PC plastic engineered for impact and low-temperature performance. Survives drops from 1 meter onto hard surfaces and maintains function in cold conditions.
QUICK-ACCESS ULTRALOW - When the headlamp is off, double-press the power button to jump straight to Neutral White ULTRALOW. Useful for quick checks in the tent without cycling through brighter modes.
Can I use rechargeable AAA batteries?
Yes. The battery compartment accepts rechargeable Ni-MH AAA batteries (1.2V) in addition to standard alkaline AAAs (1.5V). Do not use 10400-size rechargeable LFP (3.2V) or Li-ion (3.7V) batteries—these are incompatible.
What's the practical difference between the three color temperatures?
3000K warm light (CRI 97) cuts through fog, rain, and snow with minimal glare and renders colors most accurately—useful for identifying colored trail markers or assessing injuries. 4500K neutral white (CRI 83) is the most versatile setting for general trekking and camp tasks. 6500K cool white (CRI 73) delivers maximum brightness and efficiency, making it the best pick for night running and situations where output matters more than color rendering.
How do I switch between color temperatures?
Short press the MODE button while the primary light is on. The sequence cycles: Neutral White → Warm Light → Cool White. If warm or cool light has been active for over 1 minute, pressing MODE skips directly back to neutral white. This shortcut saves button presses since neutral white is the most commonly used temperature.
Will the headlamp turn on accidentally in my bag?
The lockout mode prevents accidental activation. Long press both buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds—the headlamp flashes once to confirm it's locked. Brightness, mode, and special mode controls are all disabled in lockout. Long press both buttons again for 2 seconds to unlock. Note: the headlamp automatically unlocks when you replace batteries.
| MODE | LUMENS | RUNTIME | DISTANCE | INTENSITY |
| Turbo | 800 | 2h 30min | 120m | 3,611cd |
| High | 450 | 3h 45min | 94m | 2,233cd |
| Mid | 280 | 6h | 70m | 1,242cd |
| Low | 100 | 13h | 43m | 469cd |
| Ultralow | 6 | 88h | 13m | 42cd |
| SOS | 450 | — | — | — |
| Beacon | 450 | — | — | — |
| Red Light High | 15 | 14h | 10m | 23cd |
| Red Light Low | 5 | 70h | 4m | 5cd |
| Red Light Slow Flashing | 15 | — | — | — |
| MODE | LUMENS | RUNTIME | DISTANCE | INTENSITY |
| High | 450 | 3h 30min | 94m | 2,233cd |
| Mid | 280 | 4h 15min | 70m | 1,242cd |
| Low | 100 | 8h 30min | 43m | 469cd |
| Ultralow | 6 | 75h 30min | 10m | 25cd |
| SOS | 450 | — | — | — |
| Beacon | 450 | — | — | — |
| Red Light High | 15 | 9h | 10m | 23cd |
| Red Light Low | 5 | 59h | 4m | 5cd |
| Red Light Slow Flashing | 15 | — | — | — |
| LED | 6x Dual-Core MCT UHE LEDs (12 Cores) |
| Optical System | Unibody Multi-Faceted Lens System (TrueVision+) |
| Color Temperatures | 3000K (CRI 97) / 4500K (CRI 83) / 6500K (CRI 73) |
| Light Transmission | > 94% |
| Beam Angle | > 100° Flood Beam |
| Battery Options | 1x HLB1500 Li-ion Battery Pack OR 3x AAA Batteries |
| Charging | USB-C, ~1h 30min (5V/1A) |
| Special Modes | SOS / Beacon / Red Light (High, Low, Slow Flashing) |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP66 |
| Impact Resistance | 1m |
| Heat Sink | Aluminum Alloy |
| Dimensions | 63mm x 48mm x 33mm (2.48" x 1.89" x 1.30") |
| Weight |
91g / 3.21 oz (HLB1500 Battery Pack and Headband included) 65g / 2.29 oz (Headband included, Battery not included) |
| CRI 97 - 3000K Warm | Best for rain, fog, snowfall — cuts through moisture and glare for clear visual perception in challenging weather |
| CRI 83 - 4500K Neutral | Versatile for steep slopes, muddy terrain, stream crossings, camp tasks, and snow-covered trails |
| CRI 73 - 6500K Cool | Maximum brightness and efficiency for urban night running, camping, and extended runtime needs |
| TYPE | SIZE / VOLTAGE | COMPATIBLE? |
| Nitecore HLB1500 Li-ion Battery Pack | 3.85V | Recommended |
| Primary Alkaline Battery | AAA / 1.5V | Yes |
| Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery | AAA / 1.2V | Yes |
| Rechargeable LFP Battery | 10400 / 3.2V | No (Incompatible) |
| Rechargeable Li-ion Battery | 10400 / 3.7V | No (Incompatible) |
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Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 102 reviews.
I tried the Nitecore headlamp for a solo night run in a forested park, where there were absolutely no lights. The Nitecore was sublime. The 800 lumens were sufficiently bright, and the throw was far enough to light up my path. The weight was almost not there. I really enjoyed it and am looking for more adventure night runs with my Nitecore. Thank you!
Product received it perfect condition, as usual, Nitecore always do the best quality products, keep it up 👍
Product Quality:v.good Best Feature(s):v.good Value For Money:100% good
Spare battery really come in handy when u need it.
Using this headlamp for early morning runs and night trail runs has made a huge difference to my visibility and confidence on the trails. I've always had difficulty running in low-light conditions, but this has helped me see the terrain much more clearly and navigate safely. It's also an excellent piece of gear for trail races that start before sunrise, providing reliable illumination when it matters most. Definitely a worthwhile addition to my running kit.
Very powerful head light or cap light for my early morning run
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excellent performance for such a small package..the battery life is great and the wearing comfort is also great
Small and light. Like that it is chargeable using USBC cable. Just hope there are more uses for it.
Love this. Love Nitecore products. Very trustworthy. Never worry it will fail me on summit night. Look forward to using it soon. The battery pack is great. Save my power bank. Can use in the camp as well.
Good quality product delivered to me.. Delivery timing was quick...
Excellent lighting very bright just what i needed
Really have been digging this head torch. The quality of it is much better than the cheapo ones I've used in the past. It turns on by holding down the power button for a second. You will have to hold it, because a quick press will not turn it on. Once it is on, you can just click the power button to cycle through the different brightness modes, and there is a "MODE" button that changes the hue of the light. There is a more warm yellow light, a bright white light, and one that is kind of in between. I really like the warmer yellow light, great feature. The light can be angled down quite a bit, which is nice when doing work with your hands while using it. I would definitely buy this again, and just so you all know, there is a rechargeable battery pack for this from Nitecore. It costs about $13, and I think it is worth it, considering disposable batteries don't last too long, so the costs will mount fast if you use this thing much.
Works really well when clipped to a cap. Absolutely love it!
I needed a headlamp for some work in my very dim basement. So glad I found this one! It comes complete with batteries and everything. Super easy to set up & use. The headband is very comfortable, lightweight and the lamp stays in place so well, I forgot I was wearing it at times! There are multiple brightness & Kelvin color temperature settings, which I personally love because I am sensitive to some color temps. This head lamp is very adjustable to get just right fit, lighting, etc.
The minute I took this headlamp out of the box, I had a good feeling it was going to live up to my expectations. And it has. The build quality is as good as I’ve seen in some of the top name brands. And to seal the deal, the wide angle lighting is flat out impressive. From all that I can see, the HA23 UHE model from NITECORE has what it takes to meet the demands of even the most challenging applications. Here’s a few ✅ The head band has been detailed with premium features, making it an important component of headlamp performance.• The headband is made from stretch webbing that’s good quality and just about 1-inch wide. The fabric has a unique grippy texture and a bead of silicone on the inside surface. Taken together, the headband is purpose built, designed to have a no-slip quality.• The headband fabric is perforated to promote air circulation. The ventilation should keep the head cool when wearing the headband for extended periods.• The headband webbing has a firm stretch and excellent resilience. These properties should help retain the shape of the headband, even after extended use.• Headband sizing adjustments are made with a tri-glide slide buckle. It has a solid grip on the webbing that keeps adjustments from loosening during use.• Overall, the headband provides excellent support for the lamp, and it's comfortable to wear.✅ The headlamp has powerful LEDs. There are 3 different color temps (3000K, 4500K, & 6500K), and each puts out a wide beam that can be adjusted to one of four different intensities (ULTRALOW, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH). LOW sheds enough light for most applications within a distance of 10-ft. While on HIGH, I can distinguish detail out to at least 50 yards. However, I’m not so sure about the advertised spec of 144 yards on HIGH. Regardless, when I compared the intensity at each setting to a top name brand headlamp that I’ve had for about 5 years, the NITECORE model was superior at all brightness levels.✅ Hybrid power. Runs on either 3xAAA alkaline batteries (included) or a NITECORE rechargeable battery (not included).✅ Get caught in a rainstorm? No problem. Drop the headlamp in a large body of water, and it sinks down a few feet? Still no problem. This headlamp has IP68 rating, and the company has the permissible submersion depth advertised at 2m.✅ `Impact resistance rated at 1m.✅ The headlamp comes with a clip for mounting on a ball cap or similar headgear. This feature takes the versatility to a level that fixed headlamps can’t match.✅ Full-Tilt (90°) headlamp with detents or positive stops at predetermined tilt angles. The user will experience a “click” at each preset angle. This feature will keep the headlamp at the set angle without slipping out of position.✅ 60-month warranty. Beat that!❗️As good as this headlamp is, and it is very good, I’m not too keen on how the yellow tinted lighting (3000K and 4500K) is prioritized in the selection sequence over the more technically oriented cool white light (6500K). The fact is, yellow tinted lighting just doesn’t pull out detail the way lighting does that’s on the cooler end of the spectrum. And for that reason, most technical headlamps feature cool color temperatures, not warm yellow. I doubt I’ll ever use the yellow color temps. But yet every time I use this headlamp, I have to cycle through the yellow to get to the white light. Not a big deal, but annoying just the same. The 4500K setting has a distinctive yellow tint that’s not typically seen with neutral white light. I suspect it might be warmer than 4500K.❗️If the lights had memory, the above issue would go away. Unfortunately, the lights don’t have memory. So once again, I’ll be cycling through the yellow-tinted white lights to get to the cool white light every time I use this headlamp.❗️I also don’t understand why a rechargeable battery wasn’t included. Scratch that, I do understand. This decision is clearly an attempt to keep the price down. However, if you want to use this headlamp to its fullest capability and efficiency, you’ll have to invest another $12.95 to purchase a NITECORE brand rechargeable battery. It’s the old “pay me now or pay me latter” routine. In this case, it will be “pay me later” if you want to get the most from the headlamp. Indeed, according to the specs, the burn times of the rechargeable battery on HIGH is twice as long as what AAA batteries can provide. Is the rechargeable battery worth it? For me it sure is.❗️The two control buttons (one for color, one for intensity) aren’t the easiest to find by touch alone. Even though the manual describes them as being designed for easy one-handed operation. I don’t agree. It would have been better if the buttons were elevated a bit more above the surface of the lamp housing.❓The one spec I haven’t had a chance to evaluate is the Brightness-to-Burn Time (BBT) ratio. For example, I have a headlamp from one of the top name brands and it has a BBT ratio of 50:50. That is, it retains 50% of its original brightness halfway through the burn time (i.e. battery charge). I know with budget headlamps the BBT is usually much less. Maybe only 25:50. So hopefully this model is more like the top contenders.👍 RECOMMENDATION 👍Despite the few bumps in the road that I mentioned, I’m happy to give this NITECORE headlamp a strong 4-star rating and my recommendation. It’s a great product and a good value at the current price of $29.95. And even if you add the cost for the rechargeable battery, the total cost is less than what you’d have to pay for a top name brand. So for me, the choice is easy. I’d go with the NITECORE brand.
This is a great headlamp. It has many useful features. The interface is pretty simple to use and doesn't take much to memorize. The light output is great for its weight and runtime. I really like that you get 3 brightness settings plus an extra low setting (not quite a moon glow, but great for moving around camp or inside a house) and that you also get two brightness settings for the red light. I like that you can lock out the buttons so you don't accidentally turn it on and drain your batteries (backpackers). Speaking of, you can also check the battery status with a single click (works for AAA batteries as well). The beam pattern is a really nice combination of flood and spot, I'm loving that. There aren't any hot spots and yet it throws the light really well, too. The head strap is comfortable and has a line of silicone or something inside the front half to keep it from sliding down. There is a large range of motion for tilting the light up and down. The light weighs 1.97oz on my scale without batteries and 3.17oz with the three AAA batteries. You also get a nice little drawstring bag to hold it.For ultralight backpackers, they commonly use the Nitecore NU25. It's 1.75oz for the full head strap and slightly less for the elastic cord version. The battery is built it on it and 400 lumens. I think you get a better value with this light. It's only slightly heavier, you get 600 lumens, and you have the option of using a rechargeable lithium battery or AAA batteries. Regular alkaline batteries are generally easy to find in emergency situations. Also, the NU25 has an IP66 waterproof rating, whereas this light has slightly better IP68 rating and says you can dunk it up to 2ft of water, iirc. This light is also currently $10 cheaper than the NU25.For critiques, I think this light should include the lithium battery pack and ditch the AAA batteries that are included. The lithium battery is just $13 but should be available as a combo package, if is not already (maybe in another listing? I'm not sure). Also, I have a ton of flashlights and I'm used to picking the led temperature as an option. I feel like we might be able to save a little bit of money by not having two temperature LEDs built in (warm led, cool led, both used for neutral temp). Generally, people prefer one temperature over others and I don't there is much of a need for swapping temperatures. Maybe it's just easier for them to make all the lights the same, who knows.In summary, this is a really great light and it seems like they have tried to include a ton of features (except rechargeable battery). You'll be really happy with it unless you're an ultralight hiker, lol. This is a well known brand and you can trust their products.
This light is so with the $$. Really good quality with lots of good features. I love that it is light weight so it can be worn for hours. Batteries are included!
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I am always looking at ways to improve my gear and any time I can find a product that does more than one thing, it is likely to become my new favorite. My husband ordered this NiteCore light for me knowing that I could use it as a head lamp, on my hat, or on my backpack to light the path. I generally do not like headbands but the band itself is comfortable and the light is not particularly heavy on my head. My preferred method will be to attach the light using the included clip to something else. The light currently is running on 3 AAA batteries and also has an option to work on a battery pack or other AAA lithium batteries. Great option to know I can just change the batteries if needed instead of trying to recharge while on the trail somewhere. Light has options and settings as well. All in all, this is an excellent light with great versatility to meet whatever need I have at the moment. Happy to recommend.
bought as spare batt for ultra marathon. relatively fast charging time and last long. highly recommended.
It’s lightweight enough for my needs, has flexible brightness levels, and a great backup battery alternative.
Great customer service n great product..
Good customer service n great product..
Easy to use, with different level of brightness and 3 different lights, it also able to adjust to the level that needs.
Suitability:good Quality:good Performance:good Item received in good condition and delivery was fast!
This "miner's lamp" has a warm-light setting perfect for reading in the dark. Finding one with this feature has been harder than I thought. So, upon initial experience, this is a very happy purchase!
If you need a high-quality headlamp, this is the one for you. You can buy one for less and use it for a few days, but if you want a reliable flashlight from a reputable brand, rest assured, it's worth the money.
Runtime:The battery provides longer runtime Charging:USB-C is fast charging and easy to use Quality:The battery feels sturdy for daily use Highly recommended and definitely will buy from this seller!
I bought 2 of these headlights, one as a gift and the other one for myself. I'm planning on using it to hike the tallest mountain in my country.Pros:1) I'm impressed by how bright it is, definitely an option worth considering for long hikes in the woods.2) The clever design it has to manage heat very efficiently. The heat sink allows the light to sustain it's brightness for a long time!3) The headlamp is very lightweight (exactly 100g according to my kitchen scale) and the headband feels very comfortable too, making it a great option for long walks at night.4) The battery runs for a very long time, but the option to switch from it's rechargeable battery to standard AAAs makes this headlamp incredibly convenient, specially if there is limited access to energy to recharge the battery. Consider buying a separate rechargeable battery as the highest lumen output (turbo mode) can only be accessed through it because of it's energy output compared to AAAs.5) The red light is very useful to read things at night without compromising your night vision and can also be switched to a flashing red light to attach it to a backpack using the belt clip when riding a bike for increased visibility.6) I found the belt clip to be very useful whenever I don't feel like carrying the light on my head, just attach it to a backpack strap and keep moving!Cons:I don't know if it's just me, but I honestly haven't stumbled upon any cons so far. This headlamp has performed perfectly for what I usually use it (hiking at night, camping, and as an emergency light).I would totally recommend this light, and in fact, I'm now planning on buying one for my wife for our hiking adventures.
The different lumen settings are great. I used it in a crawl space & it lit the space better than expected. It also works great at night. The adjustable headband is comfortable & extremely helpful when you need to use your hands. The price is reasonable.
Good product
Works well and is pretty bright.The battery lasts a very long time.I’ll use it for fishing at night and working under my car or at night.The only con for me is that the strap sometimes pops out of its guide when you try to adjust it.
It’s plenty bright enough to work with and the yellow color is great for night fishing and I love the clip so I can put it on my jacket or a hat. Had it out in the rain for a couple hours it worked fine. Bought a 1500 MH battery for it to give me extra time and I love the use of batteries.
I do BT trail using it and it works very well at a lower lumen setting. So no complains
Awesome budget headlamp! Bright multiple color and brightness levels.
This is the brightest headlamp I've every used that uses AAA batteries. I use rechargeable 1.5v AAA lithium batteries in them and they stay bright all they way until shut-off. I love that I can change the color temperature with these for different scenarios.
I love anything Nitecore. This headlamp is a great addition to any need
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