Sofirn HS11 Headlamp vs Coast FL75R Headlamp

The Sofirn HS11 is the lighter, more flexible pick: 1.3 oz, a zoom beam from spot to flood, and a replaceable 18650 you can swap on long trips. The Coast FL75R is the sturdier, simpler headlamp with a rated IP54 body, a 168 m beam distance and up to 14 hours on low, but it weighs 3.7 oz and runs on a built-in battery. Owners of the HS11 call it bright enough for night use and good for fishing and light outdoor work, while some say the zoom is not strong and it suits light use. Buy the HS11 for weight and battery flexibility; buy the FL75R for weather sealing and long low-mode runtime.

• Choose the Sofirn HS11 if you want the lightest headlamp with a zoomable spot-to-flood beam and a swappable 18650 battery.
• Choose the Coast FL75R if you want a sealed IP54 body, a long low-mode runtime and simple hinged-beam aiming.