Best Petzl in 2026

Lightweight oval carabiner

Symmetrical oval shape allows optimal loading of devices with a wide cross-section, such as pulleys, rope clamps and mobile fall arresters

Aluminum carabiner whose light weight reduces the weight of equipment the worker at height needs to carry

PROGRESSIVE DESCENT CONTROL: 3:1 mechanical advantage of the camming mechanism helps smoothly control the rope and reduce lowering efforts regardless of rope diameter.

CAM-ASSISTED BLOCKING: Cam-assisted blocking ensures a comfortable belay—when the climber falls or weights the rope—the cam in the device automatically cinches down to arrest the rope.

COMFORTABLE and CONVENIENT: Simple to use for belaying both lead and top rope climbers. Rope installation diagram engraved on the inside and outside of the device serves as a friendly reminder to novices and experts alike.

Lightweight oval carabiner

Symmetrical oval shape allows optimal loading of devices with a wide cross-section, such as pulleys, rope clamps and mobile fall arresters

Aluminum carabiner whose light weight reduces the weight of equipment the worker at height needs to carry

PROGRESSIVE DESCENT CONTROL: 3:1 mechanical advantage of the camming mechanism helps smoothly control the rope and reduce lowering efforts regardless of rope diameter.

CAM-ASSISTED BLOCKING: Cam-assisted blocking ensures a comfortable belay—when the climber falls or weights the rope—the cam in the device automatically cinches down to arrest the rope.

COMFORTABLE and CONVENIENT: Simple to use for belaying both lead and top rope climbers. Rope installation diagram engraved on the inside and outside of the device serves as a friendly reminder to novices and experts alike.

LIGHT FOR ANY ACTIVITY: With 450 lumens, two beam patterns (flood or mixed), and several white brightness levels; the ACTIK CORE provides high-performance lighting in dynamic outdoor activities. Lighting can adapt to proximity, distance, or rapid movement. Red lighting preserves night vision and prevents members of a group from blinding each other.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: With Petzl's 50:50 Brightness-to-Burn-Time ratio, your Petzl headlamp will retain 50% of its original brightness halfway through the Burn-Time, rather than the 20-30% brightness you get in other brands.

HYBRID CONCEPT: The Petzl ACTIK CORE comes with a rechargeable CORE battery. Like other Petzl Headlamps it can run on either the CORE rechargeable battery or three AAA/LR03 batteries without an adapter.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: With Petzl's 50:50 Brightness-to-Burn-Time ratio, your Petzl headlamp will retain 50% of its original brightness halfway through the Burn-Time, rather than the 20-30% brightness you get in other brands.

RECHARGEABLE: Lithium-Ion 680 mAh battery is rechargeable via micro USB port, with charge indicator.

FULL TILT: Petzl headlamps can be tilted up or down — allowing users to illuminate their surroundings while wearing the headlamp on their head or neck.

HAVE A LIT ADVENTURE: With its easy-to-use design, the TIKKINA is perfect for camping, trekking, or household use.

BRILLIANT BEAMS: Features a wide beam. This close range light is ideal for activities like a sunrise hike or camping with the family.

CHOOSE YOUR LIGHT: Features a single on/off button, which easily selects the lighting mode of your choosing.

GREAT FOR TRAIL RUNNING & SKIING: Designed with a 2-part headband that provides excellent stability for dynamic and intense activities; Ideal for trail running, skiing, mountaineering and more

AUTOMATIC BRIGHTNESS: Features REACTIVE LIGHTING technology that senses light levels and automatically adjusts the brightness for you; Optimizes burn time, battery usage and visual comfort

POWERFUL & LIGHTWEIGHT: Swift RL offers 900 lumens in just 100g, making it one of Petzl’s most powerful compact headlamps; Provides up to 100 hours of battery life and up to 150 m of distance

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: With Petzl's 50:50 Brightness-to-Burn-Time ratio, your Petzl headlamp will retain 50% of its original brightness halfway through the Burn-Time, rather than the 20-30% brightness you get in other brands.

RECHARGEABLE: Lithium-Ion 680 mAh battery is rechargeable via micro USB port, with charge indicator.

FULL TILT: Petzl headlamps can be tilted up or down — allowing users to illuminate their surroundings while wearing the headlamp on their head or neck.

LIGHT FOR ANY ACTIVITY: With 450 lumens, two beam patterns (flood or mixed), and several white brightness levels; the ACTIK CORE provides high-performance lighting in dynamic outdoor activities. Lighting can adapt to proximity, distance, or rapid movement. Red lighting preserves night vision and prevents members of a group from blinding each other.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: With Petzl's 50:50 Brightness-to-Burn-Time ratio, your Petzl headlamp will retain 50% of its original brightness halfway through the Burn-Time, rather than the 20-30% brightness you get in other brands.

HYBRID CONCEPT: The Petzl ACTIK CORE comes with a rechargeable CORE battery. Like other Petzl Headlamps it can run on either the CORE rechargeable battery or three AAA/LR03 batteries without an adapter.

DURABLE PERFORMANCE: Your workhorse quickdraw. Built for everyday use at the crag or in the mountains. A reliable AXESS sling joins the two DJINN carabiners along with a STRING sling protector (to prevent wear and tear).

PERFORMANCE HANDLING: Equipped with a DJINN STRAIGHT GATE on top (for clipping bolts) and a DJINN BENT GATE (for easy rope clipping). The STRING sling protector helps maintain correct orientation of bottom carabiner.

AXESS SLING: Reliable sling joins two DJINN carabiners.

Ultra-light and ultra-compact progress capture pulley (volume and weight 50 % smaller than the MINI TRAXION)

Excellent efficiency, thanks to sealed ball bearings (91 %)

Cam can be locked in open position so device can be used as a simple pulley. Works even on frozen or muddy ropes

SPECIFICALLY FOR BOULDERING: Bouldering chalk bag placed on the ground. Large opening and bag capacity allow both hands to easily access the chalk. Semi-rigid sides and base provide excellent stability.

SECURE STORAGE: Quick magnetic closure with Complete closure with roll-top to reduce bulk and prevent chalk from escaping during transport.

PRACTICAL STORAGE: Flat pocket and expandable pocket with gusseted design, for easy storage and separation of cell phone, keys, tape, energy bars. Elastic brush-holder for optimal storage of two small or medium brushes.

Versatile ultra-compact pulley

Ultra compact, lightweight pulley

Designed for hauling systems and deviations

Comfortable ventilated helmet

Headband: 53-63 cm

Weight: 490 g

Weight: 265 g

Certification(s): CE EN 567

Material(s): aluminium, stainless steel, nylon

MAXIMUM ADJUSTABILITY: Two DOUBLEBACK buckles on the waist belt enable perfect centering of the belay loop and gear loops around the waist, and adjustable leg loops enable precision fit, even over heavy layers.

SIZED FOR EVERYONE: Two sizes fit most customers, making the CORAX an easy harness to size.

BUILT BETTER: Petzl’s FRAME technology pairs a time-tested design with superior modern materials, making the CORAX one of the most durable and comfortable harnesses in its class with performance EVA providing support for its entire lifespan.

BETTER GRIP = EASIER ASCENTS: An ergonomic-molded handle allows a comfortable yet powerful grip. Wide opening allows the handle to be easily grasped, even with thick gloves. Easy-to-grip upper section maximizes power when pulling with two hands.

INTUITIVE DESIGN: Wide lower hole allows the carabiners of the CONNECT ADJUST lanyard and FOOTAPE or FOOTCORD footloop to be easily attached

Upper hole for clipping a carabiner around the rope.

LIGHT FOR EVERYDAY ADVENTURES: The Petzl TIKKA (300 Lumens) has three white lighting levels: proximity, movement and distance. Red lighting feature preserves night vision and prevents members of a group from blinding each other.

LIGHTWEIGHT and COMPACT: At only 82 g 2.9 oz, the TIKKA will light your path on the trail, on the rock, or in camp. Without weighing you down.

HYBRID CONCEPT: Petzl headlamps can run on either the CORE rechargeable battery or three AAA batteries without an adapter.

Comfortable, ventilated high-visibility helmet

Headband: 53-63 cm

Weight: 490 g

LIGHTWEIGHT PERFORMANCE: D-shape is functional regardless of orientation, meeting multiple uses: attachment of a belay system, a pulley, or on the end of a lanyard. Light enough for mountains, durable enough for the crag.

ERGONOMIC: H-shaped cross-section contributes to better grip when wearing gloves. Keylock system, to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner. Keeper hole allows a TIBLOC or a MICRO TRAXION to be connected to the carabiner with a cord, helping prevent accidental gear dropping.

SCREW-LOCK: easy-to-open system. Suitable for harsh environments where dirt, mud, or ice could cause an automatic locking system to jam. Red band provides a visual warning when the screwgate carabiner is unlocked.

GriGri Plus has a special mode for comfortable top-rope belay and an anti-panic handle

Optimized for ropes with diameters from 8.9 to 10.5 mm

Extremely durable, for intensive use, thanks to the stainless steel wear plate.

Weight: 400 g

maximum usage load: 200 kg

Compatibility rope 10 to 11.5 mm

Intended use: The OXAN carabiner is designed for use in difficult environments and is particularly suitable for setting up anchors for connecting to metal structures.

Size and strength: This heavy-duty carabiner has a 20 or 22 mm gate (depending on style) and a major axis strength of 38 kN.

Easy to use: The symmetrical, oval shape allows for optimal positioning, reduces risk of a catch point, and facilitates easy rotation.

D-shaped locking carabiner for attaching devices to a harness

Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner

Opening: 24 mm

Anti-panic function, clamping cams block the rope if the user pulls too hard on the lever

Safety lock reduces the risk of an accident due to incorrect installation of the device on the rope

Locked position on the handle for positioning on the rope

MAXIMUM ADJUSTABILITY: Two DOUBLEBACK buckles on the waist belt enable perfect centering of the belay loop and gear loops around the waist, and adjustable leg loops enable precision fit, even over heavy layers.

SIZED FOR EVERYONE: Two sizes fit most customers, making the CORAX an easy harness to size.

BUILT BETTER: Petzl’s FRAME technology pairs a time-tested design with superior modern materials, making the CORAX one of the most durable and comfortable harnesses in its class with performance EVA providing support for its entire lifespan.

Integrated back light

LED lights

Portable battery

Harness tool holder

Design allows one-handed selection and return of tools

Slips in through the harness straps and stays in place, thanks to its stabilizing clip

Comfortable, ventilated high-visibility helmet

Headband: 53-63 cm

Weight: 490 g