Petzl Iko vs Tikka 300 - Where are the differences?

Let's take a closer look at the two Iko* and Tikka 300* brand headlamps and see the differences.

Luminosity and luminous range

You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. With 350 Lumen the Petzl Iko offers more so the Petzl Tikka 300 which can do maximum 300 Lumen. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine.

Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. Thus, the Petzl Iko* beats the Petzl Tikka 300 for maximum luminosity. Outdoors, more brightness is often handy. When running in the city, this can sometimes be disadvantageous, since the brightness can also dazzle.

With up to 80 m, the Petzl Iko* outshines the Petzl Tikka 300 in luminous range. The latter has a maximum luminous range of up to 65 m.

The values here come from information and tests of the manufacturers. With unknown dealers, also called China dealers, the data can often not be correct.

The focus of the light cone cannot be freely adjusted in either model. Partially, however, the focus changes with the different fixed light levels.

The light intensity is not freely dimmable for the Petzl Iko, nor for the Petzl Tikka 300. However, with different light levels, the light intensity may also vary.

Red light and further light colors

Only the Petzl Tikka 300* provides red light. The red light is used for night vision among other things to see better. Also to not be seen by wildlife or when fishing and not to scare off is the red light advantageous.

Besides red and white, some models offer other colors. These are usually for better night vision as well. The Petzl Iko and Petzl Tikka 300 both have no other colors.

Batterie und Akkulaufzeit

Both lamps are powered by 3 x AAA batteries. The maximum operating time is lower for the Petzl Iko with up to 100,0 hours. The Petzl Tikka 300 can shine up to 120,0 hours. The maximum glow time is always based on the lowest glow power.

For many headlamps there are also special rechargeable batteries from the manufacturer to use the lamps longer. However, normal rechargeable batteries can also be used.

Which headlamp is lighter?

Especially when hiking or climbing, ballast is undesirable. But also when running a lighter lamp is of course more comfortable. The difference in weight is only 8 grams, which is small. The Petzl Tikka 300* weighs slightly less at 82 g. The weight of the Petzl Iko is 90 g.

Which lamp is weatherproof?

The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. There is no difference at this point. Both are certified with IPX4. The first digit stands for protection against dust and dirt. If there is an X in this position, this is not rated. The maximum possible value is 6. The second digit stands for protection against water and moisture. Here the maximum is 9.