Energizer 6 LED Headlight With Bright Lights by Energizer
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Digital camera reviews of Energizer 6 LED Headlight With Bright Lights
Digital camera Review: Cheap, yet excellent headlamp for mulitiple occasions
Summary: 4 Stars
My brother purchased this headlamp for me about 2 years ago for a backpacking trip. When I got it, I thought because Energizer isn't exactly known for their headlamps, that it wouldn't be very good, but I am proven wrong.
I'll start with the negative first:
With a single button to cycle through the four modes, I find it inconvenient to have to cycle THROUGH the three white (and brightest) settings to get to the red night-mode. This is surprisingly bothersome when getting out of the tent at night, as I have to cover the light for the first three clicks. Also, the button is somewhat stiff and (I know, I'm picky) makes a "loud" clicking noise. Some may think this isn't a big deal, but when you're trying not to wake your brother during a dead-silent sleep in a tent in the wild, it can be somewhat annoying. On another note, the light fixture sticks a good 1.5 inches off of your head, which some may find bothersome or unfashionable, but when you're walking the trails, nobody cares; I've never worried about it's size/look.
Now, on to the positive:
Like I mentioned before, this Energizer headlamp really blew me away at its low price, yet outstanding performance. With the spot beam (two centered LEDs) I am able to see long distances down the trail or across camp to find something. The flood (two outermost LEDs) works great for general around-camp usage and lighting up late evening trails when it's still a little bright out, but you need a little light, too. The maximum setting (all four white LEDs) is ideal for jogging down the trail to get to the tent (and away from the mosquitoes) in a hurry. The night-vision mode (two semi-center red LEDs), as some may call it, is perfect for in the tent at night or early in the morning before heading out. All four modes have their situations, and I use them all equally.
The three AAA batteries fit on the back of the light fixture that fits nicely onto your forehead thanks to strip of soft, almost gel-like material. Surprisingly, I haven't had to replace the batteries yet.
The only reason I gave it 4 out of 5 stars was because of the minor aforementioned negatives.
All in all, I absolutely love this headlamp, and would strongly recommend it to anybody for a plethora of uses around the house, or in the wild.
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Digital camera Review: Excellent Lamp
Summary: 5 Stars
This lamp is excellent, because first, it has the smallest footprint on your head of nearly all other headlamps. It is very compact and light and not the least bit bulky. The headlamp has both a spot light and a broad light, which can be switched on separately or together the give a lot of light. The red "night vision" light works very well in the dark. My greatest satisfaction has come from the fact that the lights tilt on the base, so when working on something in the dark, you don't have to move your head to get the light on the subject, but simply tilt the lights to the best spot and work away. The only (small)negative is that while the light power is more than adequate for me, there are other headlamps which put out a larger longer beam (they are also bulkier). More light is not something I have needed.Digital camera Review: Good for the price!
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought the new 6-LED headlight at Wal-Mart for less that $15 - and it's well worth it. I like the multiple white LED options for floodlight vs. spotlight vs. both, as well as the red LEDs. I also own the 3-LED version of Engergizer's headlight as well, but the new 6-LED version is a little more water resistant. Works great so far, and at $15, you really can't go wrong!Digital camera Review: Great Light - Highly Recommend
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased one of these about a year ago. I love having light without tying up my hands or in some cases my mouth. The light is bright, doesn't burn through batteries and is easy to use. I have strapped it onto my youngest (18 months) son's head during a power outage, he didn't miss a beat. On the floodlight setting it outperformed my led lanterns during another power outage. I just set it on top of my hutch and went about my business. I have used this for outdoor projects in place of my 1000 watt halogen flood lights. While it is not as bright the spotlight is always right where you need it. I also don't have to worry about blocking out my light. The pivoting head is also handy for reading or carrying on conversations without blinding your friends.
The only complaint I've heard was from my mother in law who had trouble with the switch. It does take a bit of pressure to change the settings. If that would be a problem for you Energizer's 3 LED headlamp might be a better fit. It is less expensive and not quite as versatile but still a great light and it has a slide switch. The main difference is that the 3 LED model only has two settings white (kind of a flood/spot mix) and red to allow for better retention of night vision. The 6 LED version has four settings: spot (2LED), flood(2LED), spot/flood (4LED uses batteries faster), and red(2LED). I liked the 3 LED version enough to get one for each of my six kids. They love them and we've even used them on bike rides when we have been caught out too late.
To summarize: These are great, versatile lights, that are bright, allow hands free operation, are light weight, conserve batteries, and are simple enough for a child to use.
Digital camera Review: Great headlight but awkward switch
Summary: 3 Stars
I love having one headlight that can do red and white light, and both a narrow and wide beam in white, and all of the settings are bright enough for me. Howevever, to move between the different settings you have to repeatedly click on a push switch which is very stiff. What would be ideal for me would be a slider switch that you move back and forth between the different settings, or four separate push switches.
My only other complaint is that the light can shine in your eyes if you wear it too low on your forehead.
As someone else noted, the pictured item is another headlight from Energizer, not the 6-led version.