The Magicshine HORI 1300 is a compact, well-built dual-beam bike light with a sharp cutoff for road use, offering 1300 lumens and versatile mounting options. Reviewers praise its build quality, remote control, and app connectivity, but note limitations like no STVZO approval, decreasing brightness over time, and a beam pattern that may not suit off-road riding.
Pros
- Compact, well-built aluminum body with premium feel.1234
- Wireless remote control included, allowing hands-free operation.1234
- Dual-beam system with sharp upward cutoff prevents blinding oncoming traffic.134
- Versatile mounting options: can be mounted top or under handlebar, compatible with Garmin and GoPro mounts.124
- App-programmable light modes and customizable brightness.12
- USB-C charging, can be used while charging.1
- ANT+ connectivity and FTR light sync with Garmin/Wahoo head units.2
- Good output-to-runtime ratio for its size.2
Cons
- No mount included in the box; must be purchased separately.24
- Brightness decreases significantly over battery runtime (not constant).1
- No German STVZO approval, limiting road legality in some regions.1
- Beam pattern has hard cutoff at edges, making it less suitable for off-road use.14
- High beam activation via double-click is not intuitive, especially with gloves.1
- Battery indicator is coarse (few steps) and color thresholds are not ideal.12
- App usability lacking; some features like auto-sleep and motion detection not supported.12
- Not recommended to carry a bike computer on the mount.4
Key Facts
- Rated at 1300 lumens maximum output.1234
- Weight approximately 150-151g (measured).24
- Dimensions: 60 × 57 × 37mm.4
- Battery capacity 3200mAh; claimed runtime up to 9.5 hours in daytime flash mode, but only 2 hours at full output.234
- IPX6 waterproof rating.24
- Aluminum body construction.1234
- Dual optics: separate low beam and high beam with sharp cutoff.1234
- Mounting: Garmin quarter-turn and GoPro-style screw mount on same unit.124
Sources
- 1Fahrradbeleuchtung-InfoMagicshine Hori 1300 im Test | Fernlicht ist anders als gedacht!
- 2Organic BikepackingHORI 1300 PRO In-Depth Review
- 3BikeLabHQ7 AliExpress Cycling Accessories That Are Crazy Good Value
- 4veloracycling.comMagicshine HORI 1300 review: a compact, well-built front light with a strong beam
Reviews & Ratings
19:35The reviewer provides a comprehensive review of the Magicshine HORI 1300 PRO Smart Bike Light, covering its connectivity features, hardware specifications, performance in various riding conditions, and comparisons with other lights. They highlight the light's versatility, impressive output-to-runtime ratio, and useful accessories while noting some limitations in beam pattern width and battery indicator functionality.
19:17The reviewer tests the Magicshine HORI 1300 Dual Mount bike light, highlighting its compact design with integrated battery, wireless remote control, dual-beam system (low beam and high beam), and app-programmable light modes. They note it lacks German STVZO approval but has a sharp upward cutoff to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. The reviewer provides detailed measurements of brightness (lux and lumen) and battery runtime, noting that brightness decreases significantly over time. They compare its beam pattern and high beam characteristics favorably for off-road use versus the EVO 1700 for road use.
20:28The reviewer briefly mentions the Magicshine HORI 1300 Dual Mounted Bike Light,Cut-off Line Beam Bicycle Light For Road,Commuting,Compatible With Garmin Computer but does not provide detailed analysis.
The reviewer tested the Magicshine HORI 1300 Dual Mounted Bike Light as part of a group test. They found it to be a compact, well-built front light with a strong beam, offering a premium feel and good performance. The beam quality was slightly worse than the Ravemen 1100 but still sufficient for illuminating the road. The reviewer noted that the light has a Garmin-style interface on one face and GoPro tabs on the other, but no mount is included. They highlighted the bar-mounted remote as a neat touch and appreciated the dual-mounting options. However, they mentioned two caveats: the light is not designed to support a bike computer, and the runtime at full output is only two hours. Overall, they considered it a strong choice for fast rides on unlit roads, but not ideal for off-road due to hard cut-offs at the beam edges.
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