Why We Like The Storm 450 Headlamp
Whether we are making a camp meal after dark or we need light to get back to the trailhead from the backcountry, we know we can trust the Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp. This compact headlamp can use either 3 AAA batteries or the BD 1500 Li-ION battery to power a bright LED bulb that can shine a bright light all over the trail or a small red light that doesn’t blind our camping partners. This versatile and reliable functionality means there is always a spot in our pack for the Storm 450.
Details
- Capable headlamp ready for adventures of any kind
- LED bulb offers impressive brightness at 450 lumens
- Elastic strap locks in a secure fit over hats, helmets
- Waterproofing allows for full accidental water submersion
- Long distance light beam lets you move through the dark
- Multiple modes allow you to easily switch up the light beam
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- Bulbs
- LED
- Power Source
- DUAL FUEL (BD 1500 LI-ION or 3 AAA)
- Batteries Included
- 3 AAA
- Modes
- full strength proximity, full strength distance, dimming, strobe, red, green, blue, lock
- Lumens
- [high] 450, [medium] 180, [low] 8
- Distance
- [high] 100m, [medium] 60m, [low] 9m
- Burn Time
- [alkaline AAA] (high) 2hr, (medium) 4.5hr, (low) 175hr
- Strap
- elastic
- Waterproof
- IPX67
- Claimed Weight
- [headlamp] 2oz, [3 AAA] 2.2oz, [BD 1500 Li-ION] 1oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 3 years
- Activity
- camping, hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, backpacking
Reviews
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 128 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 19, 2025
Love this Headlamp ❤️🔥
I’ve always been a bit of a flashlight guy. As a kid I cost my dad a small fortune in D cells running down his baseball bat sized Maglite. I’ve been through more headlamps than I can count over the years. I picked up this particular one a few months ago and I have to say it has been by far the best headlamp I’ve ever had. The door fuel capability comes in handy, and the functions on this light are super useful and navigable. It’s great to having the brightness memory as well as the powertap feature to be able to instantly switch to max and back. One feature that stands out is the way each mode dims/brightens. I haven’t seen that on a light before. It also seems a lot brighter than 450 lumens at max. If you’re looking for a good reliable headlamp I truly don’t think in any way you could go wrong with these. Hope this helps
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 17, 2025
Storm 400 Replacement
The new Storm 450 is a really nice headlamp! I had to purchase this one to replace my Storm 400 that has a broken latch (no replacement part available). I hope the latch on this one lasts!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 14, 2025
Bd storm
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
Didn't realize shipping was going to take 2 weeks. Should've just order it off Amazon
February 10, 2025
Great Headlamp
The Storm 450 is another great, lightweight, intuitive, inexpensive headlamp from BD. I've relied on them for years and find all of their headlamps to be the best!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 5, 2025
Chores
We use this lamp daily for performing chores on our farm. In addition we use it for hunting and as a “bright” light when doing equipment maintenance.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 23, 2025
Practical gear
I spend months each year camping in wilderness areas. The Storm 450 is a very practical and easy to use piece of equipment, that just got better with the use of a rechargeable battery. Wouldn't want to be in the woods without it.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 11, 2025
Best headlamp
These black diamond headlamps I feel are the industry standard. This particular one for me is my 5th I owned. My only cation is don’t leave in a cargo pocket when hiking or climbing. I damaged my last that way
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 5, 2025
Well does as subscribed. Very
Well does as subscribed. Very powerful headlamp. I love the 3 different light options. So far this headlamp has exceed my expectations. I bought two of these and would buy more.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 4, 2025
Perfect Uplevel Kids Headlamp
Great headlamp for kids moving up from ones that are less bright. Many great features and overall a great headlamp.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 3, 2025
Battery latch will break.
Please beware the battery latch will break. Plastic latch is very thin and this headlamp will disappoint. If this review would let me post a picture I would. The Spot 400 is a better choice. Good luck.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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