Official manufacturer imageBest for compact rechargeable versatilityBlack Diamond Spot 400-R
Charging uses micro-USB rather than USB-C.
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Black Diamond Headlamps for Hiking, Climbing and Camp
Spot 400-R is a rechargeable all-round option; Storm 500-R adds a sealed housing and coloured night-vision modes for more demanding conditions.
Models at a glance
Official manufacturer imageBest for compact rechargeable versatility
Official manufacturer imageBest for wet or dusty outdoor conditionsBlack Diamond Storm 500-R
The larger battery and housing add weight compared with Spot 400-R.
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Official manufacturer imageBest for buyers preferring standard cellsBlack Diamond Spot 400
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| Official manufacturer imageBlack Diamond Spot 400-R | Official manufacturer imageBlack Diamond Storm 500-R | Official manufacturer imageBlack Diamond Spot 400 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum output | 400 lm | 500 lm | 400 lm |
| Power | Rechargeable Li-ion | Rechargeable Li-ion | 3 AAA |
| Protection | IP67 | IP67 | — |
| Night vision | Red | Red, green and blue | — |
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Sources and how we chose
- Black Diamond Spot 400-R · 2026-10-15
- Black Diamond Storm 500-R · 2026-10-15
- Black Diamond Spot range · 2026-10-15
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