Princeton Tec Byte vs Princeton Tec Vizz 550
Princeton Tec Byte ($30.99) vs Princeton Tec Vizz 550 ($51.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Princeton Tec Byte | Princeton Tec Vizz 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30.99 | $51.99 |
| Weight | 64g | 92g |
| Weight | 64g (Princeton Tec) | 92g (Princeton Tec) |
| Output | 200 lumens | 550 lumens |
| Cells | 2 AAA | — |
| Rating | IPX4 | IPX7, submersible to 1 m |
| Origin | Made in USA | — |
| Modes | — | Spot, flood and red LED |
| Lockout | — | Digital |
Pros & Cons
Princeton Tec Byte
- 64g
- Red LED mode
- Lifetime warranty
- Only 200 lumens
- AAA cells, no USB charging
- IPX4 only
Princeton Tec Vizz 550
- 550 lumens
- IPX7 waterproof
- Digital lockout
- $51.99
- 92g on the head
- Not the lightest option
Princeton Tec Byte is the better value at $30.99. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.