Supplied parts and hardware

• 18650 Li-ion battery with 3500 mAh (3.54 V on delivery)
• Clip
• 2x replacement o-ring
• Magnetic charging cable
• Quick start guide (EN, DE, FR, RU, FI, SE, NO, PL)

The quick start guide contains a QR code that lets you download the full manual as a PDF. Saves paper and most functions are sufficiently explained in the quick start guide.

And here it is, my first Armytek flashlight! With so many variants and models over the years, but some design elements stayed the same. The body has a black anodization, but very matt. This allows a secure handling even without knurling, but makes it harder to clean.

• Length: 113 mm
• Diameter: 24.5 – 30 mm
• Weight: 63 g / 112 g with battery

More on the long size for a 18650 headlamp, but relatively light. Here is a comparison with other right angle lights: Manker E02II | ZebraLight H52Fw | Skilhunt H04 | Sofirn SP40 | Armytek Wizard | Wurkkos HD20

The head has an interesting shape. Not round, not square, slightly rounded here and there. Interesting, but it always rolls over one “edge”.

Charging of the battery is possible using the magnetic charging port in the tailcap. Good solution to protect against water and dirt, but it requires the special charging adapter.

First you have to unscrew the tailcap slightly. Then it’s enough to move the light near the charging adapter and it will snap in place. Perfect! There are two status LEDs in the adapter:

The magnetic tailcap can also be used for attaching the light. The magnet is strong enough to hold the flashlight horizontal safely. There’s no risk for a short: The center contact is recessed, with tightened tailcap both contacts have the same potential and with loosened tailcap there’s also no current.

The tailcap is sealed with two o-rings against water. The flashlight is rated as IPX8. Both sides have strong springs to guarantee a good contact with the battery.

User interface and features

The prominent and colorful part of the flashlight is the electronic switch at the side of the head. It is used to control all functions.

You have the choice between two UIs. In the “general UI” some levels and features like strobe are omitted.

All features are available in the “advanced UI”. To switch between both UIs, slightly unscrew the tailcap, keep the button pressed, tighten the tailcap and release the button.

Illumination

Besides a cool white and a warm white version with a Cree XHP50.2 LED the Armytek Wizard C2 Pro is also available with a Nichia 144A LED – slightly less powerful, but higher CRI (>90), 4500 K and slightly rosy. It’s the version I have tested here.

The large LED is further diffused by the pebbled TIR and creates a very floody and even beam. For a headlamp this is ideal because it prevents tunnel vision. Throw is reduced a lot, of course, but in my opinion not required in a headlamp.

Conclusion

The Wizard has mostly satisfied my expectations. It appears to be tough, is easy to use, has comfortable magnetic charging and – especially in the Nichia version – has a beautiful beam.

On the other hand the anodization might be less robust. Also the charging method might wear the battery faster than necessary.

Full review:
https://budgetlightforum.com/t/review-armytek-wizard-c2-pro-nichia/71579
This review is also available in German: https://www.sammyshp.de/betablog/post/135
Review by: SammysHP