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Ledlenser H8R vs Petzl Iko Core

What H8R does better (1) and where Iko Core wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser H8R
Ledlenser · 2020H8R
7.1Score
1 advantage≈ $65
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Petzl Iko Core
Petzl · 2020Iko Core
6.2Score
1 advantage≈ $60
7.8Brightness & throw6.3
9.0Battery & charging4.4

Why is H8R better than Iko Core?

  1. Maximum output600 lm vs 500 lm+20%

Why is Iko Core better than H8R?

  1. Weight159 g vs 79 g2×
Specifications

Side by side

Ledlenser H8RLedlenser H8R≈ $657.1
Petzl Iko CorePetzl Iko Core≈ $606.2
Light output
Maximum output600 lm500 lm
Peak beam intensity9,900 cd—
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)199 m—
Light sourceLEDLED
Adjustable focus (zoom)Yes—
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Battery capacity—1,250 mAh
Maximum runtime120 h—
RechargeableYesYes
Charging time—3 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection ratingIPX4—
Water protection (IPx)IPx4—
Size & weight
Weight159 g79 g
Modes & features
Red lightYes—
Colours—Black
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