The Best USB Head Torches

This guide to the best USB Head Torches will make sure you get a top torch for your money.

Travelbetter Top Choice for a USB Head Torch

Here is the Travelbetter top choice for a USB Head Torch.

We have selected this Head Torch, from Anecity, as our top choice as not only does it score well on all the consideration points e.g. weight, price, brightness etc.

But, it comes with this great wrap around wide angle lens design for great visibility when moving in the dark and a spot light option on the side for a focused light beam.

Best Budget USB Head Torch

The following is our top budget USB Head Torch recommendation.

It has a great set of options, including being waterproof, yet comes in under £15.

The Evolution of the USB Head Torch

When Thomas Edison first developed the electric cap lamps for miners back in 1914 he probably didn’t think that one day world travellers would be putting the latest generation of the electric lamps near the top of their travel gear list. But they do and for good reason.

Head torches are a brilliantly useful piece of kit that provides a great light source while keeping your hands totally free. And they are not for the exclusive use of travellers. For instance I and thousands of other people also use a head torch for running, fishing, hunting, car mechanics and camping.

But, the one small draw back to traditional head torches is that they require batteries (most often 3 AAA batteries) and even when provided by the Duracell Bunny the batteries run out and always when you need it most!

So to overcome this limitation of head torches some clever people decided to make use of rechargeable batteries and micro-USB technology so conventional batteries were no longer a constraint and the USB rechargeable head torch was born. All you have to do is remember to plug it in.

Plus, with a sealed in rechargeable battery it also became a lot easier to produce a water resistant head torch.

Key things to consider when buying a Rechargeable USB Head Torch

Here are the key items to look at when purchasing a head torch:

1. Light Modes How many brightness/power settings does it have. This allows you to adjust the light according to your needs and also to conserve power when low light is enough.
2. Brightness Measured in Lumens and a key element to any light. For reference approximately 450 Lumens is the same brightness as a standard 40w bulb and 800 Lumens is the same brightness as a 60w bulb.
3. Battery Life Probably the secondmost important element to consider after brightness, and while the brighter the light the shorter the battery life most of the time you should be looking for a minimal of 6 hours.
4. Water Resistance You really want a head torch that can handle a bit, or even a lot, of rain and yo move about on your travels or while out running.
5. Tilt Can you angle the lamp to make it more user friendly.
6. Weight After all you don’t want a brick on your head. For reference 500g (grams) is about half a bag of sugar.

How much should you pay for the Best USB Head Torches

With so many robust, feature rich and high quality head torches and headlamps on the market this creates lots of competition which is great news for you.

It is great news as this means you can get a great head torch at a great price.

However, your head torch will get bashed around a bit on your travels and you need some reliability so we would recommend that you pay between £20 and £40 for a USB head torch.

This price range will bring you plenty of the key features but with reliability, robustness and hopefully a guarantee.

More great USB Head Torches

Here are some more great USB Head Torches for you to consider.

BORUiT LED Head Torch 2 Pack USB Rechargeable Lightweight Headlamp,Super Bright 5 Modes Waterproof Headlight for Camping, Cycling, Climbing, Hiking, Fishing, Night Reading, Running

bedee LED Head Torch, USB Rechargeable Headlamp, Super Bright 1000 Lumen COB LED Rechargeable Head Torch, 8 Lighting Modes, [2 Pack] Waterproof Headlight for Kid Adult Camping Cycling Running Fishing

flintronic LED Head Torch, USB Headlamp Rechargeable LED Head Torch, IPX6 Waterproof Headlight Flashlight, Ultra-Light Super Bright 160 Lumen Head Lamp s with Motion Sensor and Red Light Modes

ActivRunner USB Rechargeable Head Torch - IP54 Waterproof, Lightweight, Comfortable & Fully Adjustable ideal for Running, Walking, Hiking, DIY. Features Motion Sensor, USB cable included.

LED Head Torch Rechargeable USB (Head Torch)

BORUiT RJ-3000 LED Head Torch,Super Bright 5000 Lumens USB Rechargeable LED Headlamp Headlight,Waterproof 4 Modes Hands-Free Head Torch Rechargeable for Running Camping Hiking Fishing

LE Head Torch Rechargeable, Super Bright LED Headlamp Waterproof with Red Warning Lights 5 Lighting Modes 30 Hours Runtime Lightweight Headlight Flashlight for Cycling Running Camping

AENNON Rechargeable Head Horch - 220 Lumens, 150m Vision, 30 Hour Battery - Waterproof LED Head Torch Battery Powered - Best for Camping, Running, Hiking

Head Torch Rechargeable, 2000L Super Bright Headlamp, Zoomable LED Torches IP66 Waterproof with 3 Light Modes, 4400mAh Battery, 90° Angle Adjustable Headlight for Running,Fishing,Cycling etc.

Linkax Head Torch Rechargeable, LED Headlamp Headlight with Motion Sensor Control, Super Bright Waterproof Lightweight for Running Fishing Cycling Camping Hiking Dog Walking Kids

Gritin Head Torch Rechargeable, 2000L Super Bright Waterproof LED Headlamp Headlight with Motion Sensor Control, 4 Light Modes, 30 Hrs Runtime, 90° Angle Adjustable Headlight for Running, Hiking etc.

BUDERMMY LED Head Torch Headlamp USB Rechargeable Headlamp Super Bright Headlight with IPX5 Waterproof,400 Lumen Motion Sensor Head Torch for Camping,Fishing,Night Reading,Adjustable Angle & Strap

LED Head Torch Rechargeable USB, Ultralight Waterproof Induction for Kids Adults Running Dog Walking Cycling Camping Fishing by AOMEES (with Battery)

LED Head Torch, USB Rechargeable Headlamp Headlight, [2 Pack] Super Bright 1000 Lumens COB LED Headtorch, 80g, Head Lamp with IPX5 Waterproof for Kids Adults, Running, Camping, Fishing

Detake Head Torch Rechargeable, 2000L Super Bright LED Headlamp 1800mAh with 5 Light Modes Red Light&White Light IPX5 Waterproof Headlight for Fishing, Camping, Cycling, Hunting, Hiking

Victoper Head Torch Motion Sensor Running Head Light Rechargeable USB – Ultra Bright Torch with Adjustable Super Bright 5 Modes, IPX5 Waterproof Running Fishing Camping Hiking 650 Lumen, Green

APUNOL 2Packs Head Torch, Rechargeable Waterproof Headlamp LED Headlight with Red Filter,Super Bright 800LM,8 Lighting Modes,Motion Sensor Switch for Camping Hiking Running Reading Outoor Sports

Kingtop Waterproof USB Rechargeable LED Zoomable Head Light Torch Lamp with Internal Lithium Battery

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