Two headlamps worth lining up side by side. On the data the Swift LT is the stronger all-round pick, and the question is whether the e+LITE still fits your budget or priorities.
| Petzl Swift LT | Petzl e+LITE | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 79✓ | 53 |
| Max lumens | 380 lm✓ | 100 lm |
| Weight | 1.5 oz | 1.0 oz✓ |
| Beam distance | 70 m✓ | 31 m |
| Max runtime | 60 h | n/s |
| Price | $55 | $30✓ |
| Battery | Rechargeable | Coin |
| Water rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: Swift LT in blue, e+LITE 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 Petzl Swift LT and Petzl e+LITE take different routes to the same job. The Swift LT is the stronger pick on most of the specs that matter, while the e+LITE makes its case on low weight and price.
The Swift LT is brighter (380 vs 100 lm) and a longer beam (70 vs 31 m). The e+LITE is 16 g lighter and $25 cheaper. On the default GearScore the Swift LT leads 79 to 53.
Pick the Swift LT if you care most about brightness and longer throw, which makes it the better call for your priorities. Pick the e+LITE if low weight and price matter more to you, or you are focused on counting grams on long miles.
The Petzl Swift LT. It is brighter (380 vs 100 lm) than the e+LITE.
The Petzl e+LITE. It is 16 g lighter than the Swift LT.
The Petzl Swift LT, 79 to 53 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
The Swift LT is the stronger all-round pick here. Choose the e+LITE if low weight is your priority.