Let me get the business out of the way first. This light was provide by OlightStore.com for my consideration and review.
Ok Guys and Gals, if you like a good headlight… this is one of the good ones!
It is official, Olight got the H1 Nova right! I was provided the new light in my requested neutral white. It really is NW and is an awesome tint! Just a little rose in the beam, maybe 3 bin tint! Just not sure, I do not have many 3 bin lights to compare with it.
Not much change to the UI from any of the recent Batons. Notable exception, when locked out the light will turn on in moonlight only as long as the power button is pressed. Press for more than about 2 seconds and it will unlock.
It definitely will crank out around 500 lumens and it has a good moonlight with well spaced modes in between. The TIR on this unit is set up to flood and it does it very well with a great even beam.
I comes in a great little carry case, with a pocket clip as well. I like the idea of a clip, could be clipped on a shirt or jeans pocket while in use. It also includes a good strong tail magnet as well.
I will get beamshots up when time allows. I will also work on some beauty shots as time allows. I know that there are folks looking at this new addition and I wanted to get the info out while there is still time to order gifts for the Christmas Season.
But for now… This thing is a serious winner!!! Great job Olight!
Very complete kit, the carry case is an awesome addition!
Not much bigger than the battery.
Looks to be useful with it’s clip. The only drawback, it will not be good for use on a cap. The clip must be removed to use the light in it’s headband.
Comparison to a couple of my EDC light, Convoy S2+ (18350), Olight H1 Nova, Olight S1 Baton Brass.
Beamshot of the H1 Nova and a couple of modded Olights.
Left to right
S1R - 5A1, S1A - 4C, and H1 Nova
Thanks for taking time to look.
Matt