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BioLite
Alpenglow 500 Lantern

4.826347305389222 out of 5 stars
167 Reviews
$79.95
Color:One Color

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Why We Like The Alpenglow 500 Lantern

We like the BioLite Alpenglow 500 Latern because it is packed with function and fun. This fairly compact light offers functional white light that helps us navigate campsites, while also offering some fun colors for when the music starts playing.


Details

  • Reliable light built to brighten up campsites from here to there
  • Battery charges in just 3 hours for last second packers
  • Long burn time helps light up pitch back campsites
  • Micro USB input and USB output keep you connected
  • Water resistance helps when you leave this outside all night
  • Lock mode prevents draining the battery in your pack
  • Item #BIOB00N
Power Source
6,400 mAh Li-Ion
Batteries Included
yes
Lumens
[high] 500lm [low] 5lm
Burn Time
[high] 5 hrs, [low] 200hrs
Dimensions
5.4 x 3.8in
Claimed Weight
13.4oz
Recommended Use
backpacking, weekend camping
Manufacturer Warranty
limited

What do you think about this product?

Overall Rating

5 based on 167 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 0 reviews
2 Stars - 2 reviews
3 Stars - 4 reviews
4 Stars - 15 reviews
5 Stars - 146 reviews

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Here's what customers have to say

The product is praised for its excellent build quality, bright and adjustable lighting, and wide range of color modes that create a pleasant ambiance. Reviewers highlight its usefulness in various settings, from camping and hiking to indoor use. The charging capability is also noted as a valuable feature. While a few minor criticisms are mentioned, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many considering it the best camping light they have owned. The product is described as durable, functional, and fun.

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5 out of 5 stars

October 16, 2025

Great option for our Hiace conversion

We had one of these lights for camping. We we finished our Hiace van conversion, we decided to get a second one so both of us could read at night. We were able to hang them on rails over our sleeping area and read before bed. They provide great light and rarely have to be recharged. I can highly recommend these lights.

paddlerchick
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

August 23, 2025

Great all around light

Purchased originally for our RV when dry camping. Loved it, but now use it in our home when I just need a little more light while reading or soaking in the tub. Also, great for power outages. All our kids already received these as Christmas gifts. Love them!

GmaG
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 21, 2025

Awesome

My girlfriend use it in the living room or kitchen while she works we both love it. I've been buying Biolite products from the beginning Biolite mini lights that I miss and other one lantern n flashlight

Thomas Roles
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

4 out of 5 stars

February 6, 2025

Good, but not perfect

This little lantern has alot going for it. It is almost impossible to find a lantern that offers a warm white setting. I'm not convinced that their claim of 2700K on the warm white setting is accurate, it appears to be somewhere between 3000-3500K, but it is waaaay better than 5000K+ that nearly every other lantern on the market operates at, with no option to select a warmer color temperature. I'm not sure who decided that we all suddenly wanted a bug zapper with us when camping, minus the zapping, but that's where we're at. The other thing I'd like to see on the next generation, is more of the teal colored plastic around the bottom to have some grip to it, like the teal portion that runs down the sides, which helps you not drop it. The final issue is, there shouldn't be any micro USB ports on anything in 2025, it was an annoying annoying connector from day one, and in 2025 they are a thing of the past, and it's disappointing that BioLite hasn't switched over on the AlpenGlow 250 and 500 models.

AVA fan forever
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 25, 2025

Best Light

Light is super well built. Gives hours of great Light. Don't touch my Bio!

George
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 20, 2025

Allentown 500

I love it it works well the multi colors are very cool. Haven't used it a lot yet but, I am sure i will put it through a good test soon

bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 11, 2025

Great lights

This is a great lantern, holds a charge for a very long time. Very bright, candle light feature for picnic table. It many features are fun and functional.

TonyD
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 9, 2025

Best kasntern

I live this so much. Love the colour settings and being able to charge my phone. Easy to dim or brighten.

Jenn
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com

5 out of 5 stars

November 13, 2024

Biolite 500

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
500

Excellent

rjay
4 out of 5 stars

August 30, 2024

Love it but..

I love this light but the multiple colors stopped working and I am unsure how to get the colors back. Has anyone else had this problem?

optimusbee
bioliteenergy.com

Originally reviewed on bioliteenergy.com