The Magicshine HORI 700 is a compact, affordable daytime running light with a wide beam and USB-C charging, praised for its design and value. However, reviewers note its fixed beam angle, lack of included mount, and shorter-than-claimed runtime at max output, making it best suited for urban or short road rides rather than demanding off-road use.
Pros
- Compact and sleek design that fits neatly between mount and computer1
- Wide beam with good illumination for both day and night visibility12
- Side visibility via cutouts in the lens1
- Multi-level battery status indicator (green, orange, red)1
- Simple user interface with lockout mode1
- Long runtime (up to 22.5 hours) and USB-C charging12
- Affordable price at about $4612
- Can be used as a helmet light due to power-to-weight ratio2
Cons
- Fixed beam angle may require adjustment of out-front mount12
- No additional adapters for Wahoo or Bryton1
- Lacks a true erratic daytime flash mode; only standard on/off1
- Not as bright as some other lights on the market1
- Beam lacks sharp cut-off found in higher-end models1
- No mount included in the box23
- Battery runtime at 700 lumens is shorter than claimed (about 2 hours vs 3.5 hours)2
- No pass-through charging2
Key Facts
- 700 lumen output with four LEDs12
- Battery capacity 2200 mAh12
- Claimed runtime up to 22.5 hours (at low mode), but measured ~2 hours at 700 lumens vs claimed 3.5 hours12
- USB-C charging12
- Weight: 90-92 grams12
- Dimensions: 57.2 x 54.2 x 31.9 mm1
- Garmin quarter-turn mount on top and bottom, but no mount included12
- Beam angle tilted downward 10 degrees12
Reviews & Ratings
14:28The reviewer tested the Magicshine HORI 700 front light and found it to have acceptable lighting capacity for short road stretches or city use, but not recommended for hill riding due to limited intensity. They noted it is compact, water-resistant, and has a battery life up to 22.5 hours, but it does not come with a mount as it is designed to be placed under a cycle computer.
10:53The reviewer discusses the Magicshine HORI 700 daytime running headlight, highlighting its compact design that fits between a Garmin mount and computer. They note its 700 lumen output, 22.5 hour runtime, USB-C charging, and simple user interface. The reviewer appreciates its wide beam and side visibility but notes it lacks a true erratic daytime flash and has a fixed beam angle. Overall, they give it a 9.0 out of 10.
12:16The reviewer discusses the Magicshine HORI 700 front light, highlighting its compact size, wide beam, and affordable price. They note that it is designed to mount on top of a Garmin quarter-turn mount, which they find less ideal aesthetically, but they discover that the beam pattern works well even when mounted level. They also test it as a helmet light and find it capable for trail riding. However, they report that the battery runtime at 700 lumens is shorter than advertised, and there is no pass-through charging.
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HORI 700 Bike Light | 700LM DRL, 95m & 22.5H | Magicshine
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