Here is how these two headlamps compare on the numbers. The Astro 300 takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Tikkina has its own case.
| Black Diamond Astro 300 | Petzl Tikkina | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 72✓ | 70 |
| Max lumens | 300 lm | 300 lm |
| Weight | 2.6 oz✓ | 3.2 oz |
| Beam distance | 55 m | 65 m✓ |
| Max runtime | 140 h | 120 h |
| Price | $20 | $20 |
| Battery | AAA | AAA |
| Water rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Astro 300 in blue, Tikkina in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. Runtime is shown for context and is not scored, since makers publish it at different brightness levels. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full headlamp comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The Black Diamond Astro 300 against the Petzl Tikkina is a study in priorities. The Astro 300 wins on low weight, and the Tikkina pushes back on longer throw.
The Astro 300 is 17 g lighter. The Tikkina is a longer beam (65 vs 55 m). On the default GearScore the Astro 300 leads 72 to 70.
Pick the Astro 300 if you care most about low weight, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Tikkina if longer throw matter more to you, or you are focused on your priorities.
The Black Diamond Astro 300. It is 17 g lighter than the Tikkina.
The Petzl Tikkina. It is a longer beam (65 vs 55 m) than the Astro 300.
The Black Diamond Astro 300, 72 to 70 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Astro 300 for low weight, or the Tikkina for longer throw. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.