67points
CatEye Volt300
53points
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
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CatEye Volt300 vs Cygolite Metro 500 USB
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
67
points
53
points
Why is CatEye Volt300 better than Cygolite Metro 500 USB?
- Can be mounted on helmet
Why is Cygolite Metro 500 USB better than CatEye Volt300?
- 1h shorter charge time
5hvs6h - 1.67x brighter (high mode)
500lmvs300lm - 2.04 more lumens per gram
4.54vs2.5 - 10g lighter
110gvs120g - Has pulse mode
- 1 more light modes
6vs5
Top specs, facts and figures
General info
1.Weather sealed
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
Device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures due to any kind of weather.
2.weight
120g
110g
Best
Serfas TSL-200
50g
3.warranty period
2
1
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.
Best
Exposure Lights Reflex Mk2
2
4.Can be mounted on helmet
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
A helmet mounted light is more suitable for night-time mountain biking as the light follows your head around tight corners and bends.
5.Has side lights
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
It has extra lights on the side, helping to make the rider more visible.
For example
CatEye Econom Force Rechargeable
6.Has tool-less mount
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
It has a tool-less mount, making it easier to put on and remove. This is particularly useful in big cities where crime is more prevalent.
Light
1.brightness (high mode)
300lm
500lm
The light is more intense on high mode. The amount of light emitted is measured in lumens.
Best
Lupine Betty R 7
4500lm
2.lumens per gram
2.5
4.54
It emits more lumens of light per gram of weight.
Best
Exposure Lights Equinox
16.12
3.Has SOS mode
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
The light has an SOS mode. This is used in emergency situations to attract attention.
For example
Exposure Lights Reflex Mk2
4.Has pulse mode
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
The light has a pulse mode. Pulse mode has the benefit of saving battery by slowly changing between a high and low-intensity light, while maintaining a steady light, which is less distracting.
5.number of light modes
5
6
With more light modes you are more likely to find the perfect setting for any given situation, such as when you need the brightest light or when you need to conserve battery.
Best
Lupine Piko U4
15
Battery
1.charge time
6h
5h
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Best
Moon X Power 1300
2.5h
2.has a battery level indicator
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
3.runtime (high mode)
3h
1.5h
The amount of time the light will last from a full charge when on high mode. High mode is a steady light mode at the highest intensity.
Best
DiNotte XML-1
5h
4.runtime (low mode)
18h
10h
The amount of time the light will last from a full charge when on low mode. Low mode is a steady light mode at a low intensity.
Best
Lupine Piko 7
116h
5.runtime (mid mode)
8h
2.25h
The amount of time the light will last from a full charge when on mid mode. Mid mode is a steady light mode at a medium intensity.
Best
Lupine Piko 7
12h
6.has a rechargeable battery
CatEye Volt300
Cygolite Metro 500 USB
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
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