I bought this as a backup lamp in case my bigger 14 LED malfunctions in the middle of the night out in the middle of nowhere. But I often use it as my primary lamp since it has a red lens that wont mess up my night vision as much as a bright white LED will. Apart from that its a sturdy little, lightweight lamp that wont take up much room in your backpack or your pocket for that sake. More than enough light for walking round at night, but not powerful enough for running, mountain biking or other activities with a little more speed in it.

well when i first saw the specifications i was afraid it would be too dim. it was to be a back up light but it has turned into the primary source. its much brighter than i expected and i keep it in the lowest seting when in use. the size and weight are great i dont regret the purchase im very well pleased.

I had one of these headlamps for 3 years...it went on a 5 week trip to the rain forest in Costa Rica and two cross-country cycling trips, as well as many short camping trips and some night fishing in between. I loved it...until it misplaced me somewhere in the middle of nowhere Nevada towards the end of the second cross-country cycling trip. The first thing I did when I made it back into civilization was to get myself another one.

At the time I lost my original Tactikka Plus, it was just about ready for a battery swap out...and that's after 3 years of use...not too shabby. My favorite feature of this headlamp is the flip-down red lens, since it's great for protecting your night vision and bugs aren't as attracted to it as white light. Yeah, you can buy a cheaper Petzl headlamp and then get different colored lenses (red, green, etc), but this one's built in so you don't run the chance of losing any small parts. I also love the flash mode, which I've used in the rain while cycling in addition to my bike blinky lights...which brings me to another point and that's that this headlamp, while not waterproof, is DEFINITELY water resistant.

Honestly, can't get much better than this headlamp.

This is the best lamp on the market. It has 4 led's,has a red flip down which is good for night walking. it has 4 settings, bright dim economic and emergency flash.And at 2.5 oz, it is one of the lightest and brighest on the market. 5/5 for me.

This thing lives in my Jeep and backpack, I have used it a ton and have yet to replace the batteries on it. LEDs are plenty bright for camping/hiking use and the red is nice at night. Solid light, a little expensive but well worth the money, very comfortable on the head.

Bought this light for a predawn start on a peak climb. Easy to use red filter is best feature. Let us see what we needed without losing night vision.

Bought this for little bro, who is a budding bow-hunter/outdoor enthusiast, and he hasn't taken it off since he took it out of the plastic. They say 1,001 recommended uses, but I bet this 13 yr. old could double that figure!
** Excellent battery life
** Good durability
** Sufficiently bright for 100s of uses
** Comfortable fit
** Red lense for Night Vision!!

If I were you, I'd give this little guy a shot!

Very bright. Red filter is a very nice feature. If I have to get up in the middle of the night, I can use that and I won't wake my wife up.

Great lamp, I like the red flap although I worry it could break off (hasn't yet though). Downside is these are crazy expensive, the $10 Energizer ones are more nearly as good for 1/4 the price. I bought this because I had a coupon and they are better, just not $30 better.

so I bought this for the trail and hunting, so far I have used this thing more at home than outdoors. Things like working on an electrical outlet in a dark room, looking for a cat at night outdoors, walking the dog at night. It is just a handy tool!! I cant wait to try it in the woods, but so far I have gotten my moneys worth!! A best buy item.

I bought this for use in tactical situations and personal use, it has been the best investment i've made in a light. It is a great light with multiple capabilities and holds up great. I would recommend it to anyone, especially my fellow soldiers.

I bough this light as I have seen several around the base here in Afghanistan. My mini-mag with filter attatchment was not working out for me. I was looking for a hands free light that worked on the light discipline rules required here. When I first installed the fresh batteries and turned it on I was totally satisfied. However, after about 3 weeks of nightly use, the batteries had died down to about half power and I could not see 5 feet with the red cap over the light. I put in fresh batteries and viola, perfect light again. Petzl also makes versions of this light with green and blue filters. If you are in need of a colored light, I suggest one of those. If you just need a white light for around the house or have tons of batteries to waste on a red light, then this is your light.

A great light that I've been using since summer of '08. Fits well and is quite comfortable. Works great around camp and is right on the border of being useful for night hiking. Only negative I have is it's claim for being water-resistant. Although I haven't had the great fortune of using it in any type of rain, there is no type of weather seal around the battery opening and I have doubts of it's ability to keep moisture out effectively. Still recommending though for sure.

I bought this for my husband as a Christmas gift. Although it is only mid January, he has already found multiple uses for it. He is an avid fisherman and usually leaves the dock before daybreak (yes, even in the winter) It is very nice to have the light on those days it is cloudy and also very nice to be able to see if there is ice on the dock.

It has also proven very handy for replacing an overhead ballast in a light fixture in a dark hallway. I didn't have to stand there and try to hold the flashlight EXACTLY where he wants it. (That was worth the cost)

It has also been very helpful when doing some mechanical work on my son-in-law's Jeep .

We haven't had the product long enough to speak to its durability, but I have high hopes.

This is a great product! Very lightweight and being able to angle it helps a lot. Also being able to change how bright the light is makes it nice so it doesn't totally kill your nightvision.

The size and weight are more than the black diamond ion I was used to carrying but more is relative whenyou are counting an ounce or two. The lighting is far superior to the ion and does not eat batteries as quickly. Also the availaility of aaa batteries is better than a poprietary lithium ion. What I really like about the light, and my reason fo buying it is the red filter. Using it with the red filter has NO impact on your night vision. Star gazing in Yellowstone within minutes of using the light last week I was glad I paid the extra for the little red piece of plastic that flips down over the lens. In reality the price difference for the standard model versus this means Petzl makes more money for adding the 30 cent piece of plastic but it IS worth it

The best possible solution for enjoying all the extra stars you can see once you finally get to the backcountry. Flipping a lense to get to a red filter is the best!!!! Small AAA batts, long-life LEDs...what more could you ask?

Robust, practical, excellent design, and terrific battery life. Highly recommended product.

If you are using a headlamp around others in close quarters (camping, below deck, etc.) this one is THE one. Other people I was with had trad. lamps with blazing white light and it was more than annoying- it was blinding and could, perhaps, make some situations dangerous. The ability and convenience of going "red" or "white" is huge. Pay the extra $5 for this- it is absolutely worth it.

The Petzl TacTikka and Tikka-Plus are a much improved version of the original Tikka headlamp. The four LED blubs are much brighter than the Tikka's 3 blub configuration. The angle adjustment is an added bonus and let's you direct the beam where you want it.

The TacTikka's handy flip down red lense cover will help to mantain your night vision.

If you need a bright lightweight headlamp this is the one for you.

After looking at a wide variety of headlamps, I was really glad to find the TacTikka Plus. Its attached red filter meant that I would be able to preserve my night vision without fumbling around with an assortment of separate filters. It's lightweight, comfortable to wear and adjusts to provide just the right amount of light whether I'm reading or handling camp chores.

Thank you for sending me this great product. My squadron mates and I work on the night shift here in Iraq and these headlamps help us to complete the assigned mission. Unlike other bulb type headlamps, the Petzl LED headlamps are much brighter and the battery life is much longer thus reducing the need to pack extra batteries. Plus, the red flip-up lens is great for preserving our night vision. Thanks again.

I use this light around the house, and when we do indigent medical care, including ob and gyn. Works well in a pinch. Am retiring most of my incandescent lights although they still are needed for farther throw when it comes to distance viewing. Some of the staff at the office have seen mine in action and it has become the hot item to give. Enjoyed the excellent, prompt customer service as well. When the next model comes out that is twice or more brighter I will upgrade again.

My young Grandson in Iraq noted that Marines could use Headlamps. "Power goes out all the time and most people bump around in the dark. Headlamps are a great piece of gear. The ones with the flip down red lens are the best...PETZI..we can use them in he field too.." I ordered 12 from you and they are on their way to Iraq. If he likes them, I plan to purchase about 50 for his Platoon. I could use a break on the price. Interested in a plug?

I use my Petzl Tactikka Plus in the cockpit since I do a great many hours of flying at night. The Tactikka is great because it frees up your hands and the red filter is essential for night flying to retain your night vision. The battery life with this light is phenomenal and it's quite comfortable to wear even while having an aviation headset on your head as well. I'm sure this isn't what the Tactikka was made for and I'm not the audience they market it to but this is a great tool for any pilot's flightbag.

This was a Christmas gift for my husband. He'd wanted an LED headlamp to replace the old-fashioned one he'd had for years. Since we sail, and looking at charts at night requires a red light to preserve night vision, I chose the tac version. Well, we haven't taken it sailing yet, but did take it along to a Texas ranch for vacation with the kids. My husband loved the lamp, and so did the girls (4, 2, and 2). They fought over who would wear it for our night-time excursions! So we were really glad for the adjustable power/brightness...

This headlamp is awesome! I have been backpacking and outdoor adventure seeking over ten years and never found one light source other than this headlamp that works so well for what it does. Just a few weeks ago I took it down the Grand Canyon with me. Hiking the 12 mile Havasupai waterfall trail at night was a breeze with this headlamp. You can switch from three powers of light which conserves the batteries, which seem to last forever, and the red light lens option is great for around the tent or campsite. Super comfortable and light, would highly recommend to anyone.

ou guys are great! Your service is A+
and quality goods too! Keep it up.

This item is a must-have! I have gone camping twice since purchasing it, and have been amazed at its versatility both times. The flip down lens is an ingenious idea! I can switch from white to red light almost instantly. You may be concerned about the Headband not fitting, but at 7-5/8", I have a rather large noggin and it fits just fine. I am going backpacking next month and doubt I’ll survive without my TacTikka Plus!

The TacTikka Plus is a must have piece of gear if you ever leave the wire. Small and lightweight, you can wear it on your head or around your neck. It provides the right amount of light wherever you need it.

Great LITTLE light. A step up from my TacTikka. Don't even know you are wearing it and the batteries seem to last forever.

I bought this headlamp because my old headlamp busted (not a Petzl). I saw what a good deal this site had on this headlamp and after reading such good reviews, I purchased it. I am 100% satisfied. Very comfortable, pretty lightweight, bright, and I love the brightness settings and the night vision option. This is a great headlamp!

As a former caver and shepherd (you try pulling a lamb at 3:30am in the sleet while holding a regular flashlight) and current SAR team member, I have lots of experience with head-mounted flashlights. This is unquestionably the most comfortable and convenient.

Great little light. I work shows, onstage and offstage. I like the red filter. Mainly for backstage daily activities and hands free rigging work. I am able to use both hands while hanging with my harness. Reliable, not super bright, but bright enough to see in the dark. Comfortable head band, so you can use it for long periods of time. Long battery life too.
I'd recommend it to any technician in the industry that needs a hands free light. However if you need a super bright light like a surefire or a scorpion, look for a xenon headlamp instead of LEDs.

Currently using this headlamp in Afghanistan. Can’t beat it, it’s the best headlamp I have ever used. I cut the straps and stuck it onto my gear. The white light is super bright, red is perfect for night operations, dimmer is a plus (don’t want to blind someone). Still burning strong and not a single problem.

I bought the Petzl TacTikka to replace my Tikka which was stolen during a home burglary :( I am pleased to say that as good as my regular Tikka was, the TacTikka is that much better - the red filter is great for all those middle of the night things I need to do—when you don't want to blind yourself with the bedside lamp. The headlamp overall is the best I've ever owned, bright enough, compact, durable, easy to use. You don't need to get one of those super bright head lamp cannons, just the TacTikka.

Great light, integrated filter easy to use. Great design and good modes. The strap even has a catch so it won't unthread to the on/off button which is rubberized. Everything has been thought through. Really a nice piece of gear.

I gave this to my husband because he does night demos of equipment for work and can wear this during set up. However, it is equally cool for other stuff. He uses it as a book light for bedtime reading. I cut his hair in the backyard (clippings can fall to the ground) and have used this for a nighttime haircut. It is comfortable and the light is very white and clear. I love it too.

I bought this headlamp for my husband, who is a dj and performs at many clubs. He loves to use the headlamp when he is spinning records, the light is so bright and true yet just a little amount as not to upset any of the other people at the club. He really likes the red cover that he can flip down for night vision, and what better place for the strobe setting than in a club? It is just perfect. I also bought one for my mother in law who is an avid crocheter, and finds it difficult to do her projects at night, she usually leans her living room lamp really close but of course nobody likes the smell of singed hair. This works perfect for her, the light is really bright and is such a true white that it makes it easy to tell colors apart. Love it ! Will definitely buy more.

I've been using it for about three years. It's been with me on over 200+ days of army duty, every hiking and off-road trips including technical work in all of those settings - and has performed flawlessly.

3 modes of light+ flasher, and with the added red tinted lens cover you basically get 8 modes in one.
Red light and the lamp's camo color are very useful for army and covert work when a low signature light is needed both for your own night sight and due to outside attention.

A+++

I use this light for stable chores during the winter when it starts getting dark way too early (unfortunately no lights away from the main barn where my two are kept and it's close to pitch inside the sheds). I can clean stalls even on the lowest setting and the red filter is great for not blinding the horses when I halter them. I actually lost my first one and had to immediately buy a second, because I couldn't get anything done without it.

This head lamp is very slick. I can't believe the light it puts out for the size of it. I also like the quick change red lens. I used it this spring during turkey season and was able to navigate around the woods in the pre-dawn hours without having some disruptive white light guide me and alert game. I also enjoyed the single strap. It makes it much easier to wear with a variety or lack of headwear. Other lights I have used have that top strap that doesn't fit will with certain hats.

Headlamps are pretty simple affairs, so it takes a lot to stand out of the crowd. Fortunately, this one does. The push-button switch is much easier to use than the slider, and the flip-up red lens is a nice addition. The beam on the highest setting is more than adequate for a trail light, while the dimmer setting is good inside tents. It's also as durable as the other lights in Petzl's lineup. I haven't found a weakness with this headlamp.

So as a wildlife biologist who does some work at night, I was excited to find a headlamp with a built in red filter - and this was the reason I chose this particular headlamp. But, there is a big problem with this light. The battery case pops open! With the slightest bump or jar and the batteries fall out. This is a serious problem when you are using this lamp out in the woods rather than just in your tent as a reading light. The solution is not very pretty and may fail over time - duck taping the latch closed. I hope Petzl fixes this flaw or includes the red filter on a larger and better lamp in the future.

I don't think this would be a great lamp to hike with, but for around camp it would be fine. I use it primarily for photography and geocaching. The red cover is great for both, as I generally only have the light on when I need to search through my bag. If you're looking to go night hiking in it, I would recommend a different lamp.

I use the lamp for military training. I love how it is strong, light and long lasting. The only improve on it would be a darker lens. I feel like it is more of a pink than a true red. I am by far the brightest light (even when on the lowest setting). Other than that, it is very easy to use with gloves and has been one of my best investments lately.

We use these regularly at home - working on the car at night, under the house, emergencies, power outages; and traveling everywhere, especially in parts of the world where the power goes out regularly leaving you in a strange place in total darkness for an indeterminate time, and on the trail. Completely indispensable. A MUST HAVE ITEM.

Nice and easy to use adjustable settings. It is a dependable piece of equipment and that is about all you can ask for with a light.

Great light, very wide field even with the red filter, and great distance with the white light on high. Lightweight and water resistant, this is a quality tool.

The perfect headlamp for backpacking, which was why I bought it in the first place. Quite bright for its weight, and love the different light settings so I can conserve battery when I can afford to. Use it around the house too.

Great light for night hiking. Red light feature is great for suprising animals in the dark. Really the most suprised is you! Go out, and buy one, and have some night time fun!!!

A wonderful head lamp system that is light weight and dependable. I really like the red filter option and the battery life is very good. I highly recommend this piece of equipment.

I really like this light, I always keep one in my pack. I've run in the dark with it, providing enough light for my usual pace. It's very simple to use, can't complain.

I just returned from a High Uintas backpack trip and I saw this headlamp in action. My brother had borrowed it for the trip. I have the tikka plus. Both were equally bright but then came the flip up red lens. It was the first time I had used red light. It was so nice to have him look at me and not be blinded by his headlamp. It kind of made me feel rude that I was blinding people on a regular basis. I will be making a purchase of this light or the tikka XP or both. I wish they made a headlamp that did everything. Right now I just grab the one that seems to meet the needs of that particular trip best. Another great lighting product from petzl.

Bright and lightweight it doesn't kill the battery super fast. I always have this in my pack when I am out and about.

The red filter is the reason I purchased this headlamp. I already have a different and fully operational lamp however was tired of always having it on the lowest setting and still having too much light. The red filter is also a non-blinding and super curteous feature for fellow hikers. I would love it if they all did the same for me!

This is another go to piece of kit for anybody spending any amount of time in the outdoors. We get issued these in the military and I have been using the same light for a couple of years. When it's really dark out, you don't need that much light to see, and the red lens helps keep your night vision. Worth every penny!!!

This is one piece of gear I couldn't do without. Worn every night on 3 trips around bases in Iraq and at least a few times at home to keep from waking wife in the bedroom. Comfortable, red lens flips down easily, AAA batteries seem to last forever, easily adjustable for best angle. I literally don't leave home without it. There may be some newer cooler headlamps out there these days but you can't go wrong with this one.

Good product. I like the red light. The light is difficult to adjust and the battery cover seemed to pop off.

This headlamp is perfect if you don't need the brightest one in the world. For camping/hiking/climbing its perfect. While it may not be the brightest headlamp out there I find it more than adequate for all my needs. The red lens flips up very easily and is an option that I feel all headlamps should be required to have. You just don't need the regular light option in most situations and it is very annoying when someone blinds me with their white light while I'm trying to maintain my night vision. The battery pack issue others complain about is not an issue if you put the batteries in correctly. They aren't the easiest to put in but you just have to make sure everything is clipped in and your batteries will not fall out. It might take you a minute or so to put them in correctly, a very small price to pay considering the great functionality of this headlamp.

Being my first headlamp and not knowing what to expect, I was not disappointed. Great amount of light and the handy red lens is a very nice feature. I also purchased the Black Diamond Gizmo for a supplemental headlamp.

I understand now why this is the favorite lamp of the military special ops teams. My first use was less than tactical as it only involved me, my bike, and my dog on a night ride. The light was plenty bright to show the hazards of the trail on a moonless night. The angle adjustment was great to put it at a good angle while strapped to my bike helmet. The brightness adjustment was handy as the light levels changed from city to country lighting. I'm hooked.

Super bright... Red lense is great for when you dont want to bum everyone out with your brightness... I used it every night in iraq......

The TacTikka Plus is a light-weight light to see what is at hand or foot. The red light is great; preserves night-vision and since it is attached as a sliding shade; it cannot be lost. I have used it regularly to see my way about 1/2 mile hike to fish early in the morning and to bike home at night.
Battery life is good. The entire apparatus is fairly comfortable.
The downside is the housing falls open when you push the light button, so I had to put tape over the opening area to keep it shut and to prevent the batteries from falling out.
The second one I bought to keep as an emergency light in another place did the same thing.

Very impressed with the power to weight ratio and I haven't ran out of batteries yet.

It's nice to have a backup headlamp, especially one that has a flip down red filter for map reading, or making dinner in soft light. Always a fan for the camo...

This replaced a much older headlamp and I was unsure if it would be bright enough and...indeed it is. Blindingly bright but provides enough to easily get around. Isn't too heavy either, and comfortable to wear.

I've used the same headlamp for years and it never failed me. I just gave to old one to my kid, and replaced it with the same model, this time with a red lens so I can sneak into my deer stand before sunrise. (I hope deer really are color blind:-))

great light for the hunter, the convenience of an attached red flip up lens that can't fall off or become lost. very light weight and comfortable

This headlight gives off much more light than I thought it would, even on the lowest setting.
Comfortable and certainly easy to use.
I bought it for camping/fishing/ice fishing, but have already used it while working in the attic and love it.

I was worried about the batt compartment door not staying on, but so far it has been fine.

I would recommend it.