Which is brighter, the 625 or the 575?

The 625 Lumens Pivoting Head Light is brighter at 625 lumens versus 575. It also throws a 233 m spot beam, which the 575 model does not list.

Which has more lighting modes?

The 575 Lumen Magnetic Headlamp has 7 modes. The 625 model has 3: high, medium and low.

Do they cost the same?

Yes. Both were $29.97 at Home Depot as of November 3, 2026, and both are sold new by a handful of stores.

Which is better for working under a hood or in a tight space?

The 625 model, because its 180° pivoting head and red laser pointer help you aim light into hard-to-reach areas. The 575 model's magnet is handy for sticking the lamp to metal.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The 625 model lists up to 16 hours on its lowest setting. Ryobi does not state a runtime for the 575 model.

Is the 575 worth buying over the 625?

Only if you value its 7 modes and 4.7/5 rating more than the extra 50 lumens, longer beam and pivoting head. At the same price, the 625 gives more light for the money.

RYOBI USB Lithium Pivoting 625 Lumens Head Light Kit with 2.0 Ah Battery, Charging Cable, and USB Lithium 2.0 Ah Battery vs Ryobi USB Lithium 575 Lumen Cordless Rechargeable LED Magnetic Headlamp Kit

These are near-identical Ryobi USB Lithium headlamps at the same $29.97 at Home Depot as of November 3, 2026. The 625-lumen pivoting model wins on output, beam distance and pivoting head; the 575-lumen model wins on lighting modes and a 4.7/5 rating from 39 buyers. Buy the 625 if you want the brightest beam and a head that aims where you look. Buy the 575 if you want more mode choices and proven buyer satisfaction.

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