While the brighter days of spring are fast approaching, early mornings and late nights still bring plenty of darkness. But outdoor enthusiasts, dog walkers and hikers have been raving about an affordable product that makes navigating dimly lit mornings much easier.
Praised for being ‘amazing and cheap,’ the Simond rechargeable headlamp is built to endure bumps and water splashes, making it an ideal companion for hikers tackling uneven terrain. Available at Decathlon for £24.99, this headlamp offers a 65-meter range and a wide beam, ensuring excellent visibility on gloomy days.
If you’re looking for a cheaper option then Amazon stocks an Energizer head torch for £13.99, though it’s worth noting that one is powered by three AA batteries and therefore isn’t rechargeable. If a handheld torch is your preference, Argos sells the Luceco 600 Lumen LED torch for £12.99 with a rechargeable battery.
Customers are raving about the Decathlon headlamp, with an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over a thousand reviews. The rechargeable battery has a usage time of around 35 hours, depending on the mode you use it in, while it’s also designed to be shock-proof and splash resistant.
One satisfied customer shared: “Amazing and cheap headlamp, it’s what I need for long distance hiking. In the dark trails keeping the first scale is good enough to see and not blind yourself with the contrast of total darkness and the blinding light. I highly recommend this product,” reports Wales Online.
Another added their thoughts saying: “Great light at full beam, very usable. Red light a little dull compared to previous models. Would recommend.”
Joining the commendations, a third buyer said: “I bought this headlamp for my son and just one word: Awesome. Small but powerful, it takes up little space and with its different light settings it adapts to all situations. I admit that I sometimes end up taking it from him.”
However, a drawback mentioned by one user is the unique charging requirement: “This torch will not charge with any of my many USB cables. I notice the one supplied has a slightly longer metal connector than a standard USB3 cable. I cannot risk losing the small cable that comes with the torch and therefore rendering it useless.”
A final reviewer added: “This is an incredible deal for the price. It was bright and perfect for an early hike. It’s also lightweight, comfortable to wear, and the adjustable beam lets you tailor the light to your needs. Build quality is excellent. Highly recommended.”
The Decathlon head lamp is available for £24.99 here.