
The Flex Charge Dual Power system allows the FL85R headlamp's rechargeable battery pack to be charged either inside or outside of the headlamp using a micro USB. It also enables the headlamp to run on both the custom rechargeable lithium battery pack or standard alkaline batteries.
The first button on the FL85R headlamp activates an ultra-wide flood beam, which can be quickly adjusted to a long-reaching spot beam with a transition halo by twisting the bezel. The second button allows for a swift switch to a fixed red LED light, ideal for preserving night vision.
The Pure Beam Focusing Optics feature combines the Ultra View Flood Beam with the Bulls-Eye Spot Beam. This allows for effective illumination both up close and at a distance. The Ultra View Flood Beam provides a consistent circle of light up to 11.5 feet in diameter at a distance of 6 feet, while the Bulls-Eye Spot Beam can illuminate up to 767 feet downrange.
Yes, the FL85R headlamp is designed to be impact and weather-resistant, and features an LED that's virtually unbreakable, making it suitable for use in various outdoor activities and conditions.
The reflective safety strap is included for enhanced visibility and safety during use, particularly in low-light conditions or during nighttime activities.
Review Summary
2025-07-14T20:00:00
Like the light except for not being able to put AAA batteries in.
John
2025-06-15T20:00:00
On 2/19/21 I purchased this FL85R Rechargeable Headlamp this product is the first and one most important tool I grab at night leaving for work i have been in the heavy equipment repair industry for 24 years I'm in the elements raining, snowing, heat, and cold year round If it breaksdown it's got be fixed no matter if it's towards end of shift meaning it makes for a lot longer shift. The comfortability, workmanship, versatility and the quality of the FL85R is a STEP ABOVE TOP TEIR it lights up the night (FL85R is GOAT) !!!!!>Also would like to THANK everyone at the customer service and COASTPORTLAND COMPANY for all the great products and for lighting the way forward towards the future<!!!!!
Daniel
2025-05-27T20:00:00
My light charged really quick. Like the light weight design
J S.
2025-05-22T20:00:00
I have used this model for the last six years and still have not found anything else that would compare brightness, lightweight, and value
Tom
2025-04-05T20:00:00
I really want to love this light. It's comfortable, rechargeable, and has the right light selections for farm life. My first one lasted fourish months. Customer service was quick and easy to replace. The replacement they sent me failed tonight after less than a month. In a silvopasture. 10 pm. Copperhead season. I'm disappointed.
Beebit
2025-04-01T20:00:00
Great light works like a champ. I bought 2 great value.
txvogie11
2024-12-20T19:00:00
Great light, more than enough power, good design improvements from last version
B B.
2024-12-12T19:00:00
Nice light, but very difficult to turn on or off with gloves on,
Rudy
2024-11-11T19:00:00
Best headlight I've ever owned. Great value. Brightest light and awesome battery life. I've used it a ton since my last charge--over the last month I've turned it on for 20-40 minutes at a time a half dozen times after using it daily for hunting season. Blown away its still cooking. Can't recommend it enough.
mountzj
2024-11-08T19:00:00
Currently on a 2 week bow hunting trip and have used this head light already to track a deer my partner shot, great and bright light and I love the different brightness options.
Barry D.
2024-10-02T20:00:00
Says it include triple a batteries. It does not. It wasn't packaged very well either. It's almost as if was used. I went and bought batteries and it is really bright. Serves its purpose
Yvette
2024-09-22T20:00:00
It's a nice bright light but the battery life leaves something to be desired.
Julie H.
2024-09-21T20:00:00
Great light, lots of power, has adjustable zoom, 3 power levels and hands free! I like the rechargeable battery. These are the best headlamp I have used and are very durable .
Lou
2024-09-12T20:00:00
FL85R is an extension of my eyes every night performing my safety inspections on aircrafts. My clear and enlighten evaluation for safety and security.Great product .
none
2024-09-09T20:00:00
Works as expected. Good buy, would recommend to anyone needing a headlamp.
Chado
2024-09-09T20:00:00
Solid Headlamp, Very Bright & Lasts Several Days With Constant Use (Rechargeable Battery Pack)
Zac W.
2024-08-12T20:00:00
Great headlamp for fishing and backpacking trips. Awesome battery life. My headlamp did die while in Patagonia due to moisture. COAST was awesome and honored the warranty. Great customer service and replacement works great!
Michael
2024-08-09T20:00:00
Great headlamp not only around the ranch but for security, tracking blood trails, and spotting animals that can cause a threat to livestock, poultry, and humans. Use nightly would definitely recommend since the one has a higher plumes and the tri color
Dennis b.
2024-08-04T20:00:00
This is a great headlamp! I have had many headlamps from a bulky 4D light to the present FL85R I love it is compact, the flood to a beam light and the green and red light options. I like the rechargeable and 3 triple A battery option. By far the best light.
Go G.
2024-07-28T20:00:00
I love the improvements on this one, it goes on the wall as one of my favs. Some of my lights I use in the winter and some in the summer, this one is all season because of the green light to keep mosquitoes at bay
Jimbo
2024-07-11T20:00:00
Very nice light very bright, the white light mode button is stiff or something. Definitely recommend quality products pretty good value has a lifetime warranty which Ive used on other lights.
Sultan s.
2024-06-03T20:00:00
Great light, big beautiful light, I have no complaints
Muxx450
2024-05-18T20:00:00
Light is a bit large for a headlamp. Battery does not last but a few hours and the controls are not easy to manipulate. Red and green light separate button is confusing and lights are not very bright/ useful. The focus is convenient and lamp is bright when battery is fully charged . Will not be my first choice of headlamp to use. I use the lamp for work and nightly walks with dogs.
Fiddlehead
2024-05-08T20:00:00
Love the FL85R ability to recharge with battery in place, or put a fresh battery in and charge the battery you took out.the beam focus is an excellent quality. You can not go wrong with this purchase for outdoor use.
Garbageman
2024-02-21T19:00:00
Excellent products & customer service. Repeat customer and always a pleasure to do business with.
Soundman
2024-02-05T19:00:00
This is my first rechargeable Coast headlight. I have had Coast battery powered headlights in the past, and they worked great as well. This is the most powerful headlight I have. The mode buttons are easy to operate while wearing gloves.I like that once I select a mode, the next button press goes right to off and I don't have to step through any remaining modes. The charge port on the bottom is nice, but the charge status light isn't visible when this is used. Has a very robust headband. The red and green modes are nice for night vision and close in work. Very satisfied with this light.
James O.
2024-01-18T19:00:00
I bought this for waterfowl hunting and needed a good distance spotlight that was bright and went a good distance. So far very happy with this headlamp. It is lightweight and easy to use. Having the red and green is helpful in the early morning hours when trying not to mess up ability to see at night. Having the rechargeable battery is great but the option of using regular batteries for backup is perfect for when out and battery runs down. Would definitely recommend.
Steve
2024-01-09T19:00:00
Love this light but it is power hungry, Glad I got the rechargeable battery. I'd hate to have to replace AAAs every few hours
Kyle
2024-01-07T19:00:00
We Used the green light in hotel bathrooms at night.
Donnie62
2024-01-07T19:00:00
We Used the green light in hotel bathrooms at night.
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Pure Beam Focusing
Rechargeable
High: 700 Lumens
Medium: 350 Lumens
Low: 90 Lumens
Alkaline
High: 610 Lumens
Medium: 330 Lumens
Low: 90 Lumens
Rechargeable
High: 656' (200m)
Medium: 459' (140m)
Low: 229'(70m)
Alkaline
High: 623' (190m)
Medium: 459' (140m)
Low: 229' (70m)
Rechargeable
High: 1 hour 45 min
Medium: 4 hour
Low: 8 hour 30 min
Alkaline
High: 2 hour 30 min
Medium: 5 hour 30 min
Low: 17 hour
Li-ion pack or 3x AAA
4.5 oz (128g)
015286207555
Great Features
By Nicholas
Got this headlamp to use during nighttime mountain biking and skiing. This headlamp throws a nice array of light which can be focused to a spot light if desired. Rechargeable battery feature is great - even better that regular batteries can be used in a pinch. Super functional.
Awesome flashlight
By Zeus128
The flashlight is very bright and the battery lasts a long.
The FL85R Headlamp is Coast's most powerful rechargeable front loaded LED headlamp. The light features Coast's Flex Charge Dual Power system. The Flex Charge feature allows for the rechargeable battery pack to be recharged inside or outside of the headlamp using a micro USB. The Dual Power allows for it to run on our custom rechargeable lithium battery pack or standard alkaline batteries. The first button on the headlamp gives you the ability to shine an ultra wide flood beam and then quickly twist the bezel to a long reaching spot beam with transition halo. The second button on the headlamp enables the user to switch quickly to a fixed red LED light to preserve night vision. It also includes a reflective safety strap for additional safety benefits.
With Coast's commitment to quality, the FL85R Headlamp is impact resistant, weather resistant and its LED is virtually unbreakable. The FL85R Headlamp is backed by Coast's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Tested and rated to ANSI/FL1 standards.
Pure Beam Focusing Optics
The Pure Beam Focusing Optic combines our largest Ultra View Flood Beam with the Bulls-Eye Spot Beam making either up close or downrange illumination highly effective. While using the Ultra View Flood Beam, there is a consistent circle of light up to 11.5 feet (3.5 meters) in diameter at 6 feet (1.8 meters) in distance. While on the Bulls-Eye Spot Beam, you can illuminate up to 767 feet (234 meters) downrange with a transition halo around the spot to increase the effective viewing area.