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Nextorch iStar vs Petzl Aria 1R

What iStar does better (2) and where Aria 1R wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Nextorch iStar
Nextorch · 2025iStar
6.6Score
2 advantages≈ $45
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Petzl Aria 1R
Petzl · 2023Aria 1R
5.8Score
1 advantage≈ $45
4.8Brightness & throw4.2
7.5Build & durability6.3

Why is iStar better than Aria 1R?

  1. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m vs 75 m+7%
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%

Why is Aria 1R better than iStar?

  1. Maximum output450 lm vs 475 lm+6%
Specifications

Side by side

Nextorch iStarNextorch iStar≈ $456.6
Petzl Aria 1RPetzl Aria 1R≈ $455.8
Light output
Maximum output450 lm475 lm
Peak beam intensity—1,410 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m75 m
Runtime at maximum output—120 min
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—AAA
Battery capacity—1,250 mAh
Maximum runtime—110 h
Rechargeable—Yes
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx7
Submersible to1.5 m—
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight—94 g
Modes & features
Colours—Yellow, Black
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