In case you’re a hard core headlamp users, my impression of the 4 headbands with overhead strap that I have tried. Why overhead strap? Weight above ~ 4oz for me. I’ve found that when headlamps exceed ~4 oz in weight, it’s not stable AND I get a headache from the weight pressing on my forehead. Using headband with overhead strap makes these heavier headlamps more comfortable for me.
I’ve decided to split the 4 bands into 2 types because I think the backing might be an important factor to consider. This is an on-going evaluation so opinions obviously may change. Hope this helps and as always IMHO.
WITH HARD PLASTIC PLATE BACKING
Olight “Headband 2 for Perun” headband has a hard plastic backing with a groove, and then a rubber strap that you pull over to hold the headlamp. Except for the relatively higher cost, nothing but praise for it. Unlike the rubber ring design, this design allows you to remove the light quickly. Very comfortable, very well made. The rubber strap means it should fit multiple light diameters. I got mine from eBay for $15.
Skilhunt HB3 Headband headband has a clip, protrudes from a hard plastic backing. The clip is probably best version if you take light on and off all the time (which I don’t do). It’s made for the smaller Skilhunt headlamp, and hence is too tight for Convoy H2 headlamp. You could still use it with Convoy H2, just that I have to be careful with rotating, and forget about taking H2 on and off. Best price on Aliexpress here.
WITH SOFTER RUBBER and 2 RINGS BACKING
Convoy Headstrap has two soft rubber rings (Olight has another band of similar design). The backing is soft rubber. Convoy is the least expensive by far (two for 6 bucks!), but one thing that I’ve noticed about the Convoy headband is the horizontal elastic strap seems to be on the small size (mine is set at max size and I’m not a big person - 5’7” 155 lbs). The elastic band expands easily so maybe it’s not a problem, but I don’t know. On Aliexpress here
Skilhunt HB2 Headband Similar in design to Convoy, key difference being the band that goes around the head is not too tight like Convoy. Discontinued and I could only found this from Aliexpress Here. . I think this one is discontinued and ironically just might be my most favorite. I got mine for about $8 IIRC.
I like all 4 and have some trouble picking out a favorite; all have excellent functionally. Skilhunt and Olight headbands subjectively have the look and feel of an expensive strap. Skilhunt HB3’s “clamps” is too small for my Convoy H2 (not Skilhunt’s fault, it’s not made for Convoy H2). Convoy headband very oddly is very tight and even too tight for my head, and I am of medium built 150 lbs 5’8”. Stability are excellent in all 4. If you wear your headlamp for a long duration, it seems like the soft rubber design might - MIGHT - be more comfortable and should be a consideration. This is an on-going evaluation so please don’t be surprised if my opinions change.
Weights of headlamps with battery (some favorite lamps highlighted):
Fenix (16340 battery) - 1.9 oz - 55 gm
Skilhunt H04R RC 3.4 oz - 97 gm
Sofirn D25L 3.7 oz - 105 gm
Convoy H2 4.4 oz - 126 gm
Coast XPH30R - 4.44 oz - 126 gm
Fenix HM65R-T 4.83 oz - 137 gm
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