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RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch
VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch
Five light colours, a wide beam and USB-C charging make this a very handy bit of kit for night fishing, tying rigs and generally finding stuff in the dark.
- Five light colours: white, red, green, orange and violet.
- Variable brightness from 1 to 200 lumens, with a frosted wide beam and direct main beam.
- 2000mAh lithium-ion battery with USB-C charging and an integral port cover.
- IP66 water- and dust-resistant rating, rubberised exterior and 90-degree tilt function.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch, not the standard VRH300X or another RidgeMonkey headtorch variant.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A versatile, well-equipped headtorch with the right mix of brightness, colour options and bank-friendly protection.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.4/10
- Performance9.2/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.1/10
- Value for Money8.8/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers fishing into the night. The colour choices, beam options and long potential battery life are handy when you’re moving between rods, rigs and the margins.
- Coarse anglers who want one compact torch for everything. The wide beam works for close-up tackle jobs, while the direct beam helps when walking or checking a swim.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers after the tiniest possible headtorch. The compact body is still a proper rechargeable unit rather than a featherweight emergency light.
- Anyone who never wants to recharge kit. This uses a built-in lithium-ion battery, so it needs a USB top-up rather than a quick battery swap.
The lowdown
Introducing the RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch
Five light colours, a wide beam and USB-C charging make this a very handy bit of kit for night fishing, tying rigs and generally finding stuff in the dark.
- Five light colours: white, red, green, orange and violet.
- Variable brightness from 1 to 200 lumens, with a frosted wide beam and direct main beam.
- 2000mAh lithium-ion battery with USB-C charging and an integral port cover.
- IP66 water- and dust-resistant rating, rubberised exterior and 90-degree tilt function.
Quick verdict
A cracking bit of night-time kit
The VRH300X Pro looks like a very capable headtorch for carp and coarse anglers. Five colours, a 1–200-lumen range, a wide frosted beam and a tilting body cover pretty much every job from tying a rig to moving around the swim after dark.
The big win is versatility. It’s compact, rechargeable and properly weather-resistant, while the low-power modes should keep it going for ages. If you want one headtorch to live in the tackle bag, this is a bob-on choice.
A versatile, well-equipped headtorch with the right mix of brightness, colour options and bank-friendly protection.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.4/10
- Performance
- 9.2/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.1/10
- Value for Money
- 8.8/10
The rubberised body, IP66 rating, covered USB-C input and dual-orientation design give it a reassuringly practical build.
A 1–200-lumen range, wide beam, direct beam and 90-degree tilt cover a broad spread of night-time jobs.
Red, green, orange and violet modes give you more subtle lighting choices when working around a quiet swim.
USB-C charging, a 50–65cm strap, simple beam options and the tilt function should keep operation straightforward.
It offers a lot of flexibility in one compact rechargeable unit, especially for anglers who regularly fish into darkness.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch
Night fishing’s a lot easier when you can actually see what you’re doing. Obvious, that, but a decent headtorch saves loads of faff when the rods are off, a rig needs tying or you’re trying to find the unhooking mat in a pitch-black swim. The RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro is aimed squarely at that sort of bank life.
It’s not just a basic white light, either. You get five colours: white, red, green, orange and violet. That gives you plenty of options depending on the job in hand. White is the obvious choice when you need a proper look, while the coloured modes let you keep things a bit less aggressive around a quiet swim.
The brightness range is properly broad, running from 1 to 200 lumens. At the lower end, you can use a gentle glow for sorting a rig or moving around camp without lighting up half the lake. At the top end, there’s enough poke for checking the water, finding a marker or walking safely back from the margins.
The beam setup adds another layer of flexibility. There’s a frosted wide beam for close-up work, plus a direct main beam when you want something more focused. That makes sense on the bank. A wide, softer spread is less annoying when you’re tying knots, while a direct beam is more useful when you’re looking across the swim.
The body also tilts through 90 degrees. Dead handy when you’re working on a rig, baiting a hook or sorting a tangled leader. Instead of craning your neck or waving your whole head around, you can angle the light down onto the job. Small detail, but it’s the sort of thing you appreciate at 2am.
Power comes from a 2000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery, with charging handled through USB-C. The charge time is approximately one hour and 40 minutes, and the torch works with common 5V USB charging adaptors. That means your usual phone plug, power bank or bivvy charging setup should fit into the routine nicely.
Battery life is quoted at approximately 4 to 670 hours at 15°C, depending on colour and mode. That’s a massive spread, but it makes sense because a low-output setting will sip power while full brightness gets through it much quicker. The key takeaway is that you’ve got plenty of endurance if you choose the mode sensibly.
For bank protection, the VRH300X Pro has an IP66 water- and dust-resistant rating and a rubberised exterior. It’s also designed with dual orientation, so you can’t fit it upside down on the strap. The body measures H40mm × W60mm × D50mm without the strap, and the elasticated band adjusts to approximately 50–65cm.
So, what’s the verdict? This looks like a proper all-round headtorch rather than a one-trick lamp. It’s compact enough for the tackle bag, versatile enough for different jobs and loaded with the features that matter after dark. If you’re regularly on the bank through the night, it should be a very handy bit of kit to have clipped into your routine.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Brightness
- Variable from 1 to 200 lumens
- Light colours
- White, red, green, orange and violet
- Battery
- 2000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
- Charging
- USB-C; approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
- Protection
- IP66 water- and dust-resistant
- Size and fit
- H40mm × W60mm × D50mm without strap; elasticated strap approximately 50–65cm
Specs checked with RidgeMonkey, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why the colour options matter on the bank
The usual white beam is handy when you need to see properly, while red, green, orange and violet give you more subtle options around a dark swim. That’s useful when you’re trying not to blast the margins or spook fish feeding close in.
The frosted wide beam should help with close-up jobs such as tying knots, sorting a PVA bag or finding a dropped rig, while the direct main beam is better when you need to look further across the swim. It’s a much more flexible setup than a single harsh spotlight.
Closer look
A flexible light for proper bank jobs
The VRH300X Pro’s main appeal is the choice it gives you. Five colours and variable brightness mean you can tailor the light rather than using one blinding setting for everything. White and the 200-lumen top end are there when you need maximum visibility, while the lower settings and coloured modes are more suitable for quieter jobs around the swim.
The frosted wide beam should be particularly useful for close-up tackle work. Think tying a knot, checking a hook point, sorting a PVA bag or rummaging through a box. The direct main beam gives you a more focused option for looking further away. Add in the 90-degree tilt and the design feels properly thought through for night fishing.
Worth knowing. The headline battery range runs from approximately 4 to 670 hours at 15°C. That doesn’t mean full brightness will last for hundreds of hours. Runtime changes dramatically with the selected colour and output, so use the lowest comfortable setting when you want the battery to last.
Who it suits
Best for anglers who want one torch to do the lot
This is a strong fit for carp anglers who fish overnight and need reliable light for everything from a screaming take to a quiet bit of rig work. The wide beam helps around the bivvy and unhooking area, while the focused option is useful when you’re checking the far side of the swim or walking carefully with tackle.
It also makes sense for coarse anglers, specimen hunters and anyone who’s regularly packing away after dark. USB-C charging is simple, and a 5V power bank can keep it topped up on longer trips. The 50–65cm elasticated strap should give plenty of adjustment for most anglers.
Worth knowing. If your priority is a tiny emergency torch that lives unnoticed in a pocket, this may be more headtorch than you need. It’s better suited to anglers who’ll actually use the different colours, beam options and adjustable brightness.
FAQs in full
The bits you’ll want to know before buying
Is it waterproof? It carries an IP66 water- and dust-resistant rating, so it’s built for the damp, grubby reality of the bank. Keep the USB-C cover properly closed during use and make sure the charging area is dry before plugging it in.
How do you charge it? The torch has a USB-C input with an integral cover and works with common 5V USB charge adaptors. The approximate charge time is one hour and 40 minutes, making an afternoon top-up realistic before a night session.
Worth knowing. The dual orientation design prevents upside-down fitting, while the 90-degree tilt lets you point the beam down at your hands. Those aren’t flashy headline features, but they’re exactly the sort of details that reduce faff when you’re busy on the bank.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Five colour choices give you plenty of control around the swim.
- Huge brightness range, from a subtle 1-lumen glow to a powerful 200-lumen beam.
- USB-C charging is convenient, and the integral cover helps protect the charging port.
- IP66 protection and a rubberised exterior suit proper bank-life.
- Dual orientation design stops the torch being fitted upside down.
Worth knowing
- The 40mm-high body is compact, but it isn’t the absolute smallest headtorch around.
- Battery life depends heavily on colour and brightness, so the longest figures only apply to very low-power settings.
- You’ll need access to a suitable 5V USB charger or power bank for top-ups.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01How long does the RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro battery last?
How long does the RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro battery last?
The stated battery life is approximately 4–670 hours at 15°C, depending on the selected colour and mode. The longest runtimes come from the lowest-power settings, while brighter modes use the battery much faster.
02Is the VRH300X Pro suitable for wet night fishing?
Is the VRH300X Pro suitable for wet night fishing?
Yes. It has an IP66 water- and dust-resistant rating, plus a rubberised exterior and an integral cover over the USB-C input. As with any rechargeable electronics, keep the charging area closed and dry before charging.
03Can you tilt the light down for rig tying?
Can you tilt the light down for rig tying?
Yes. The body has a 90-degree tilt function, so you can angle the beam down towards your hands, unhooking mat or tackle box without constantly moving your head.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a cracking bit of night-time kit. The strongest reasons to choose it are five colour choices give you plenty of control around the swim. and huge brightness range, from a subtle 1-lumen glow to a powerful 200-lumen beam.; the main trade-off is the 40mm-high body is compact, but it isn’t the absolute smallest headtorch around..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Five colour choices give you plenty of control around the swim.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers fishing into the night: The colour choices, beam options and long potential battery life are handy when you’re moving between rods, rigs and the margins.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “The 40mm-high body is compact, but it isn’t the absolute smallest headtorch around.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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