LED Beanies and LED Caps with Hands-Free Light
A POWERCAP® LED beanie is a warm winter hat with a light built into the brim, so you can see where you're looking and keep both hands free. Panther Vision makes POWERCAP lighted beanies, headlamp beanies and LED caps for walking the dog, running, shoveling snow, camping, hunting, fishing, auto repair and home projects. This page compares five POWERCAP beanie models: the 35/55, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 and 4.0. They range from 48 to 300 lumens, run on either replaceable batteries or a rechargeable battery, and cost $17.99 to $39.99. It also compares POWERCAP LED caps, or lighted baseball hats: the 2.5, 3.0, 2.0 Mike Iaconelli Pro Series, 25/75 structured and unstructured cotton caps and the 25/75 Safety hat, from $21.99 to $38.49.

Which POWERCAP Beanie Is Right for You?
Here's how the five POWERCAP beanie models compare. Specs come from each product's listing on this store. "Not listed" means the spec isn't published for that model.
| Spec | 35/55 | 2.0 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 4.0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max light output | 48 lumens | 75 lumens | 150 lumens | 150 lumens | 300 lumens |
| Light modes | Not listed | 3: 75 / 30 / 15 lm | 4: 150 / 80 / 35 / 15 lm | 4: 150 / 70 / 35 / 15 lm | 4: 300 / 150 / 70 / 35 lm |
| LEDs | 4 (2 close-up, 2 distance) | 1 | Not listed | 1 (removable) | 1 (in the brim) |
| Beam distance | Up to 22 m (72 ft) | Up to 14 m (45 ft) | Up to 19 m | Up to 19 m (62 ft) | Up to 24 m |
| Power | 4 CR2032 batteries (included, replaceable) | 2 AAA batteries (included, replaceable) | Rechargeable lithium polymer, Micro-USB | Rechargeable lithium polymer, Micro-USB | Rechargeable, USB-C |
| Run time | Up to 68 hours | About 12.5 hours | Up to 10.5 hours (Low) | Up to 10.5 hours (Low) | Up to 7.5 hours (Low) |
| Charge time | No charging (batteries) | No charging (batteries) | About 4 hours | 6 hours 30 minutes | Not listed |
| Water resistance | No rating listed; not for long exposure to rain | IPX4 | IPX4, shockproof to 1 m | IPX4, shockproof to 1 m | IPX4, shockproof to 1 m |
| Material | Fleece, 97% polyester / 3% spandex, anti-pilling | Compression fleece | Knit: 100% acrylic. Fleece: 95% polyester / 5% spandex | Fleece | Fleece |
| Weight | 2.0 oz | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| Washing | Hand wash with batteries removed | Hand wash with batteries removed | Machine washable with light module removed | Washable | Machine washable with light module removed |
| Colors | 12 | 4 | 18 color and fabric options, plus 4-packs | 6, plus 2- and 4-packs | 6 |
| Price | $21.99 | $29.99 | From $17.99 | $32.99 | $39.99 |
| Best for | Longest run time on replaceable batteries | AAA batteries with 3 brightness levels | Lowest-priced rechargeable, most colors | Rechargeable fleece beanie in multi-packs | Most light: 300 lumens, 24 m |
POWERCAP 35/55 Fleece LED Beanie
The 35/55 is the only one of these five models with four LEDs. It has a dual-action lighting system: two downward-angled LEDs for close-up tasks and two forward-angled LEDs that reach up to 22 m (72 ft). It runs up to 68 hours on four included, replaceable CR2032 batteries, weighs 2.0 oz and comes in 12 colors for $21.99.
POWERCAP 2.0 Fleece LED Headlamp Beanie
The 2.0 uses a single headlamp LED with three settings (75, 30 and 15 lumens) and reaches up to 14 m (45 ft). It runs about 12.5 hours on two included, replaceable AAA batteries. It is IPX4 water-resistant and comes in 4 colors for $29.99. A Mike Iaconelli Pro Series 2.0 beanie is also available for $34.99.
POWERCAP 2.5 Rechargeable LED Beanie
The 2.5 is the lowest-priced rechargeable POWERCAP beanie, starting at $17.99. It has four modes up to 150 lumens, runs up to 10.5 hours on Low and charges by Micro-USB in about 4 hours. Choose an acrylic knit or a polyester/spandex fleece beanie, with 18 color and fabric options. The light module comes out so you can machine-wash the beanie.
POWERCAP 3.0 Rechargeable Fleece LED Beanie
The 3.0 is a rechargeable fleece headlamp beanie with four modes up to 150 lumens, a beam of up to 19 m (62 ft) and up to 10.5 hours on Low. It charges by Micro-USB in 6 hours 30 minutes from a wall charger, power bank or computer port. It costs $32.99 and also comes in 2-packs and 4-packs.
POWERCAP 4.0 Rechargeable LED Beanie
The 4.0 is the brightest model in this comparison. Its max mode puts out 300 lumens and reaches 24 m, with High (150 lm), Medium (70 lm) and Low (35 lm) modes. It runs up to 7.5 hours on Low, charges by USB-C, is IPX4 water-resistant and shockproof to 1 m, and goes in the washing machine once the light module is removed. It costs $39.99 in 6 fleece colors.

Which POWERCAP LED Cap Is Right for You?
POWERCAP LED caps are lighted baseball hats with the light built into the brim. Here's how the in-stock cap models compare. Specs come from each product's listing on this store. "Not listed" means the spec isn't published for that model.
| Spec | 2.5 | 3.0 | 2.0 Ike Pro | 25/75 Structured | 25/75 Unstructured | 25/75 Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max light output | 150 lumens | 150 lumens | 75 lumens | 48 lumens | 48 lumens | 48 lumens |
| Light modes | 4: 150 / 80 / 35 / 15 lm | 4: 150 / 70 / 35 / 15 lm | 3: 75 / 30 / 15 lm | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| LEDs | Not listed | 1 (removable) | 1 | 4 (2 close-up, 2 distance) | 4 (2 close-up, 2 distance) | 4 (2 close-up, 2 distance) |
| Beam distance | Up to 19 m | Up to 19 m (62 ft) | Up to 14 m (45 ft) | Up to 13 m (42 ft) | Up to 13 m (42 ft) | Up to 13 m (42 ft) |
| Power | Rechargeable lithium polymer, Micro-USB | Rechargeable lithium polymer, Micro-USB | 2 AAA batteries (included, replaceable) | 4 CR2032 batteries (included, replaceable) | 4 CR2032 batteries (included) | 4 CR2032 batteries (included, replaceable) |
| Run time | Up to 10.5 hours (Low) | Up to 10.5 hours (Low) | Up to 12.5 hours | Up to 43 hours | Up to 43 hours | Up to 43 hours |
| Charge time | About 4 hours | 6 hours 30 minutes | No charging (batteries) | No charging (batteries) | No charging (batteries) | No charging (batteries) |
| Water resistance | IPX4, shockproof to 1 m | IPX4, shockproof to 1 m | IPX4 | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| Material / fit | 100% polyester; structured or unstructured; adjustable | Structured, adjustable Velcro strap; fabric not listed | Structured, anti-pilling; fabric not listed | 100% cotton twill; structured; Velcro strap | 100% cotton twill; unstructured; Velcro strap | 100% polyester microfiber; ANSI-rated hi-vis with reflective trim |
| Price | $22.99 to $24.99 | $23.00 to $32.99 | $38.49 | $26.99 | $26.99 | $21.99 |
| Best for | Lowest-priced rechargeable cap, 8 styles | Rechargeable cap in camo and flag styles; also a 4-pack | Anglers; AAA batteries | Longest run time in a structured cotton cap | Relaxed-fit cotton cap | Road, construction and night work where you need to be seen |
POWERCAP 2.5 Rechargeable LED Cap
The 2.5 is the lowest-priced rechargeable POWERCAP cap, at $22.99 ($24.99 for camo). It has four modes up to 150 lumens, reaches up to 19 m, runs up to 10.5 hours on Low and charges by Micro-USB in about 4 hours. It is IPX4 water-resistant and shockproof to 1 m. The cap is 100% polyester, comes structured or unstructured in 8 styles, and is hand washable once the light module is removed.
POWERCAP 3.0 Rechargeable LED Headlamp Hat
The 3.0 has the same light as the 3.0 beanie: four modes (150, 70, 35 and 15 lumens), a beam of up to 19 m (62 ft) and up to 10.5 hours on Low. It charges by Micro-USB in 6 hours 30 minutes and is IPX4 water-resistant and shockproof to 1 m. It is a structured cap with an adjustable Velcro strap, priced from $23.00 for the Mossy Oak American flag styles to $32.99. It also comes in a 4-pack for $125.99.
POWERCAP 2.0 Mike Iaconelli Pro Series Fishing Hat
Designed with pro angler Mike Iaconelli, the 2.0 Ike hat has one LED with three settings (75, 30 and 15 lumens) that reaches up to 14 m (45 ft). It runs up to 12.5 hours on two included, replaceable AAA batteries and is IPX4 water-resistant. It is a structured, anti-pilling cap for $38.49.
POWERCAP 25/75 Structured Cotton LED Cap
The 25/75 uses four LEDs: two angle down for close-up tasks and two shine forward up to 13 m (42 ft). Four included, replaceable CR2032 batteries last up to 43 hours, the longest run time of these caps. It is a structured, 100% brushed cotton twill cap with a Velcro strap, weighs 4.2 oz and costs $26.99.
POWERCAP 25/75 Unstructured Cotton LED Cap
The unstructured 25/75 has the same four-LED, 48-lumen light, 13 m (42 ft) reach and up to 43 hours on four CR2032 batteries, in a softer, unstructured 100% cotton cap. The Stone color is in stock for $26.99.
POWERCAP 25/75 Safety Lighted Hat
The 25/75 Safety hat is an ANSI-rated hi-vis microfiber cap in yellow or orange with grey reflective trim, so you can be seen from all angles. It has the same four-LED, 48-lumen light, 13 m (42 ft) reach and up to 43 hours on four replaceable CR2032 batteries. It costs $21.99.
Some POWERCAP caps are sold out right now, including the Structured Camo, 20/00, 15/00 Solar, 25/75 Solar, Women's 25/75 Running hat, EXP 200 and 2.0 Law Enforcement hat.
Why Choose a POWERCAP Hat With a Light?
- Hands-free light: the light points wherever you look, so both hands stay free for the leash, the shovel, the tackle or the wrench.
- Warmth and light in one: fleece and knit beanies keep your head warm on cold nights.
- Your choice of power: replaceable CR2032 or AAA batteries (35/55, 2.0) or a USB rechargeable battery (2.5, 3.0, 4.0).
- Built for weather: the 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 and 4.0 are IPX4 water-resistant.
- Beanies and caps: pick a warm beanie for cold nights or an LED baseball cap, like the 2.5 rechargeable headlamp hat or 3.0 rechargeable headlamp hat, for the rest of the year. The collection also has bundles.
Popular Uses
Jogging and biking, walking the dog after dark, camping, hunting, fishing, shoveling snow, auto repair, home improvement and any other task where you need light and both hands.

LED Beanie and Cap FAQ
What is an LED beanie?
An LED beanie is a knit or fleece winter hat with a built-in LED light in the brim, so it works like a headlamp without a strap. POWERCAP LED beanies give hands-free light from 48 lumens (35/55) up to 300 lumens (4.0).
Which POWERCAP beanie is the brightest?
The POWERCAP 4.0 is the brightest of the five models, with a 300-lumen max mode that reaches 24 meters. Panther Vision calls it the brightest POWERCAP beanie yet.
Which POWERCAP beanie has the longest battery life?
The POWERCAP 35/55 runs the longest, up to 68 hours on four replaceable CR2032 batteries. Among the rechargeable models, the 2.5 and 3.0 run up to 10.5 hours on Low and the 4.0 runs up to 7.5 hours on Low.
Are POWERCAP LED beanies rechargeable?
The POWERCAP 2.5 (Micro-USB), 3.0 (Micro-USB) and 4.0 (USB-C) are rechargeable. The 35/55 uses four CR2032 coin batteries and the 2.0 uses two AAA batteries. Both come with batteries included, and the batteries are replaceable.
What is the difference between the POWERCAP 2.5 and 3.0 beanies?
Both are rechargeable, charge by Micro-USB, have four modes up to 150 lumens and run up to 10.5 hours on Low. The 2.5 recharges in about 4 hours, comes in knit or fleece and starts at $17.99. The 3.0 is fleece, recharges in 6 hours 30 minutes, costs $32.99 and is also sold in 2-packs and 4-packs.
Are POWERCAP beanies waterproof?
The POWERCAP 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 and 4.0 are IPX4 water-resistant, which means they handle splashes, rain and snow. Don't submerge them. The original multi-LED POWERCAP beanies, like the 35/55, aren't made for long exposure to rain.
Can you wash a lighted beanie?
Yes. On the 2.5 and 4.0, remove the light module and machine-wash the beanie. On the 35/55 and 2.0, remove the batteries, hand wash with warm water and mild soap, keep water away from the LEDs and battery compartment, and let the beanie air-dry completely before putting the batteries back in.
Can I wear a POWERCAP beanie with glasses?
Yes. Panther Vision says POWERCAP beanies can be worn with prescription glasses, sunglasses or safety goggles. They are one size fits most, for men and women.
What is an LED cap?
An LED cap is a baseball hat with an LED light built into the brim, so it lights up whatever you're looking at and keeps both hands free. POWERCAP LED caps range from 48 lumens (25/75) to 150 lumens (2.5 and 3.0).
Which POWERCAP LED cap is the brightest?
The POWERCAP 2.5 and 3.0 caps are the brightest in-stock caps, with a 150-lumen max mode that reaches up to 19 meters. Both are rechargeable by Micro-USB.
Which POWERCAP cap has the longest battery life?
The 25/75 caps (structured cotton, unstructured cotton and Safety) run up to 43 hours on four CR2032 coin batteries. The 2.0 Ike hat runs up to 12.5 hours on two AAA batteries, and the rechargeable 2.5 and 3.0 run up to 10.5 hours on Low.
What is the difference between the POWERCAP 2.5 and 3.0 caps?
Both are rechargeable by Micro-USB, have four modes up to 150 lumens, reach up to 19 m and run up to 10.5 hours on Low. The 2.5 recharges in about 4 hours, comes structured or unstructured in 100% polyester and costs $22.99 to $24.99. The 3.0 recharges in 6 hours 30 minutes, is a structured cap with a Velcro strap, costs $23.00 to $32.99 and also comes in a 4-pack.