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Energizer

HC200 Headlamp HC200

200-lumen LED headlamp with multiple white modes plus a red night-vision mode to preserve dark adaptation. Lightweight 3xAAA design — an affordable, widely available camping and hiking headlamp under $20.

Best for Throw200 lmIPX4

Amazon: 4.7/5 (7,895 ratings)

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Score: 66.2

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Verdict

Strengths

  • Insufficient data for assessment

Trade-offs

  • No lockout mode to prevent accidental activation
  • No pocket clip included
  • No built-in charging — external charger required

Score Breakdown

Our algorithm scores every flashlight across six profiles. Select a profile to see which metrics drive the result. How we score →

Overall score

Buyer trust, value, raw performance, and build quality.

59.5
Amazon TrustCombines Amazon star rating (4.7/5) with review volume (7,895 ratings). A 4.9 with few reviews scores lower than a 4.6 with thousands — quality and confidence both matter.
Amazon Trust35%Buyer social proof from Amazon — 60% star rating + 40% review volume. High stars with few reviews score lower than solid ratings with lots of buyers.88
Star Rating60%4.7 / 580
Review Volume40%7,895 ratings100
Value25%How much performance you get per dollar.55
Performance Blend55%18
Max Lumens40%200 lm18
Price45%$14.99100
Performance25%Blend of lumens, candela, throw distance, and high-mode runtime.18
Max Lumens35%200 lm18
Durability15%IP waterproof rating and impact resistance.36 / 10036

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Performance

Max Lumens200
Sustained Lumens100
Candela—
Beam Distance—
Beam Patternflood
CRI—
Turbo Stepdown—

Hardware

BatteryAAA
Rechargenone
ReplaceableYes
LED—
Weight—
Length—
Head—

Features

IP RatingIPX4
Impact Resist.1.0m
MaterialPolymer
StrobeNo
LockoutNo
MemoryNo
Magnetic TailNo

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Common Questions

Is the Energizer HC200 Headlamp waterproof?
Yes, the Energizer HC200 Headlamp has a IPX4 waterproof rating, making it suitable for use in rain and wet conditions.
What battery does the Energizer HC200 Headlamp use?
The Energizer HC200 Headlamp uses AAA batteries.
How bright is the Energizer HC200 Headlamp?
The Energizer HC200 Headlamp produces up to 200 lumens on its highest mode.

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