Petzl E02 P e+LITE Emergency Headlamp
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Petzl E02 P e+LITE Emergency Headlamp
Customer Review: Awesome headlamp
Summary: 5 Stars
I was skeptical of getting a headlamp -- I thought it would be annoying and clunky, not worth strapping to my head rather than holding in my hand. Not true at all! This headlamp is super light, with a thin strap; while camping, I forgot I was wearing it. The switch is easy to use and has plenty of off stops (so you don't have to click past "bright white" to turn it off). It was perfect for walking on the established path between the campsite and the lake; it was also just right for reading in my tent and for checking under the seats before returning a rental car. I love that it has both white and red settings (so you can preserve your night vision for stargazing), and I figure the flashing settings will be handy at some point for making me visible when walking on dark streets. I don't think I'd be comfortable walking through the woods (without a path) with this light -- on its high beam, it may not be bright enough to keep a careful eye both on the ground and on eye-level branches. But I haven't tried, and it might be fine. I think this headlamp is perfect for anyone who doesn't want a floodlight when camping and hiking.Customer Review: GREAT BACK UP
Summary: 4 Stars
If you climb or do anything in the outdoors this the light. Instead of carrying a extra set of batteries use this light very bright (like blinding).
Customer Review: Great Light! Priced Right!
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently pick up this e+Lite and have been very happy with it. I love all of the different modes its has....Dim, Bright, Flashing Red or White. It is super small, you can easily forget you have it on and the batteries have lasted me a couple night outings with no signs of weakening.
It comes with a small travel case that keeps it clean and safe when not in use and the case has a belt clip on it so you can attach it to your belt or backpack. I have not tried yet, but I think you might be able to fit a spare set of batts into the travel case, but it will be a tight squeeze for sure.
Customer Review: Great Ultralight Headlamp
Summary: 5 Stars
I have purchased ten of these. They are more durable than other ultralight headlamps, such as the Black Diamond Ion, because the switch is more solid, and the whole thing is very watertight. The battery is easy to change, because the battery cover has a slot the size of a battery, so you use a battery as a screwdriver to open the cover.
The e+Lite deals with multiple modes better than other lights. Other lights cycle through the modes, where the e+Lite switch can be moved directly between On (dim) and Off.
The red flashing mode is good as a helmet taillight when bicycling.
The strap is thin, but adjusts and holds the light well. The cap-mount feature is solid. The self-stand feature is useful, but limited because it requires delicate balance. The batteries last longer than you'd expect, given that it is as bright as any typical three led light. As the battery wears out the High setting eventually equals the Dim setting. The Dim setting is appropriate for reading a book, and I've read hundreds of pages with it. The light tilts well, but you have to place it on your head right-side up; it won't tilt down if it is upside down, as an Ion and some other headlamps will.
The great thing is, it fits unnoticed in your pocket. Truly ultralightweight.
Customer Review: Great backup light
Summary: 4 Stars
I use this headlamp primarily for backup purposes. I travel with one, and I also stick one in the car for emergencies. The lithium coin-type batteries are easy to obtain/replace, and the fact that they are lithium means they have a long shelf-life -- perfect for backup.
I've given out a bunch of these as gifts and the recipients seemed to use the light as a primary headlamp; they were very satisfied with its performance. I think there are better headlamps for off-trail use but in a pinch or as a backup this one can't be beat. I do feel that it is a bit pricey, however.