Two headlamps worth lining up side by side. The Distance LT 1100 leans on low weight while the Nao RL answers with brightness, so the pick comes down to which you value.
| Black Diamond Distance LT 1100 | Petzl Nao RL | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 70✓ | 67 |
| Max lumens | 1100 lm | 1500 lm✓ |
| Weight | 3.8 oz✓ | 5.1 oz |
| Beam distance | 125 m | 200 m✓ |
| Max runtime | 120 h | 40 h |
| Price | $150✓ | $200 |
| Battery | Rechargeable | Rechargeable |
| Water rating | IP67 | IPX4 |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Distance LT 1100 in blue, Nao RL 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 Distance LT 1100 and Petzl Nao RL take different routes to the same job. The Distance LT 1100 wins on low weight and price, and the Nao RL pushes back on brightness and longer throw.
The Distance LT 1100 is 38 g lighter and $50 cheaper. The Nao RL is brighter (1500 vs 1100 lm) and a longer beam (200 vs 125 m). On the default GearScore the Distance LT 1100 leads 70 to 67.
Pick the Distance LT 1100 if you care most about low weight and price, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Nao RL if brightness and longer throw matter more to you, or you are focused on your priorities.
The Black Diamond Distance LT 1100. It is 38 g lighter than the Nao RL.
The Petzl Nao RL. It is brighter (1500 vs 1100 lm) than the Distance LT 1100.
The Black Diamond Distance LT 1100, 70 to 67 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the Distance LT 1100 for low weight, or the Nao RL for brightness. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.