Silva Smini Headtorch

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A featherweight, eco-friendly headtorch that punches above its weight—ideal for lightweight adventures and night-time safety.

Silva says: 

The Smini headlamp strikes the perfect balance between weight and brightness. Weighing only 53 grams and fitting in the palm of your hand, Smini is truly a light experience. The headlamp boasts 250 lumens and features a red light that preserves your night vision and the double light beam Silva Intelligent Light. Combining long-reach spotlight and close flood light prevents tunnel vision and helps you maximize speed and performance. Smini is available in the colours black, rose, and green.

Smart backup light for races and adventures

The compact and lightweight design makes Smini a perfect backup headlamp that easily fits in your pocket och running vest. Use the lock function to save the battery and check battery levels on the 4-step indication. Smini comes with a rear safety light in red with blink mode. Both front and rear light are rechargeable with USB-C and a charge cable is included.

Comfortable with adjustable fit

Smini comes with a slim and comfortable 15 mm headband, but the lamp head can also be used with the 3 mm headband, sold separately. The rechargeable battery is placed behind the lamp, ensuring it stays tight against the forehead and has optimal weight balance. The lamp is also tiltable at 90 degrees to avoid dazzling people you meet when running.

Our Verdict

The Silva Smini Headtorch is an impressively compact and lightweight option, making it a fantastic choice for those who need reliable illumination without bulk. Weighing only 53 grams, this little headtorch still provides a respectable 250 lumens, which is adequate for night hikes or as a backup light. Its modular design offers versatility, with the option to swap to a minimalist 3mm bungee headband for ultralight use or stick with the 15mm headband, complete with a rear red safety light for added visibility.

The Smini’s Intelligent Light system combines a long spotlight with a close floodlight, helping avoid tunnel vision and keeping the trail and surroundings well-lit. It has multiple brightness settings, with a super-low mode that is perfect for camp and in the tent, significantly extending the battery life. The headtorch utilises a fast-charging USB-C rechargeable battery and is constructed from eco-friendly recycled materials, eco-friendly, with an IPX5 rating to handle wet conditions.

The Silva Smini Headtorch also includes a detachable rear red safety light with a blink mode, an excellent feature for enhancing visibility during night runs or other low-light activities. This red light, positioned at the back of the headband, helps to make you more noticeable to others from behind, adding an extra layer of safety in dark environments. Whether used in steady or blink mode, the rear light is effective without adding extra bulk, aligning with the Smini’s streamlined, low-profile design.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• 250 lumen light output
• Lightweight and comfortable, perfect for outdoor adventures
• Integrated USB-C rechargeable battery (Li-Po 700 mAh). Charge cable is included
• Silva Intelligent Light – combines long reach spot light and close flood light
• Red light – preserves your night vision
• Super-low mode (10 lumens) – saves battery and perfect for reading
• 4 step battery level indicator
• Water resistant – meets the IPX5 standard
• Only one buckle for smooth adjustment of the headband
• Rear light offers red safety light and blink mode
• Alternative headband (3 mm) available as accessory for easy mix and match of lamp head and headbands

Specifications

• Weight including battery: 45g

Max mode:

• 250 lm / 1,5 h burn time

Med Mode:

• 100 lm / 2,5 h burn time

Min Mode:

• 10 lm / 20 h burn time

Material & Construction

• Lamp head main material: recycled PC
• Headband material: 65% recycled polyester, 35% latex

Help & advice:

• Silva Intelligent Light Technology Explained
• Our Silva Head Torch Range Explained
• Choosing a Headtorch