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Nextorch hiStar vs Nextorch hiStar Helmet

What hiStar does better (0) and where hiStar Helmet wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Nextorch hiStar
Nextorch · 2026hiStar
9.4Score
0 advantages≈ $120
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Nextorch hiStar Helmet
Nextorch · 2026hiStar Helmet
7.1Score
0 advantages≈ $145
9.2Brightness & throw9.1
5.9Features5.9

Why is hiStar better than hiStar Helmet?

hiStar has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is hiStar Helmet better than hiStar?

hiStar Helmet has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Nextorch hiStarNextorch hiStar≈ $1209.4
Light output
Maximum output2,300 lm2,300 lm
Peak beam intensity—16,384 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—256 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—18650 Li-ion, CR123A
Battery capacity—3,400 mAh
Maximum runtime—2.2 h
RechargeableYesYes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP67
Water protection (IPx)—IPx7
Submersible to—1 m
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body material—Magnesium
Size & weight
Weight—126 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red lightYesYes
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