BioLite · Updated August 2026
BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern: price & specs
BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: bioliteenergy.com verified verify in ledger
The BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern is listed at $59.95 on bioliteenergy.com as of 2026-08-11, #8 cheapest of 14 camping lanterns (median $59); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 49/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 14 in class.
Verified Aug 11, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest camping lanterns: Goal Zero Crush Light Solar Lantern — $29.95
Is the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern a good buy?
At $60, the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern is #7 cheapest of the 14 camping lanterns we track, where the median is $65. On the spec sheet, its max light output lumens of 250 is below the median of the 14, and its weight of 7.4 oz is below the median of the 14.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $59.95 Current price on bioliteenergy.com |
|---|---|
| Brand | BioLite |
| Released | — |
| Max light output lumens | 250 |
| Runtime low high hr | 200 hr low / 5 hr high |
| Battery type capacity (mAh) | Li-ion, 3200mAh (11.8Wh) built-in |
| Rechargeable USB output | Yes - USB-A power-bank output; charges via Micro-USB (~2.5 hr) |
| Color temperature modes | 1900K-5000K adjustable warm-to-cool white plus full RGB color mixing |
| IP rating | IPX4 |
| Weight (oz) | 7.4 |
| Collapsible hanging design | Fixed cylindrical body with fold-out top hanging hook and carry loop |
Source: bioliteenergy.com (verified 2026-08-11). Price ($59.95) confirmed directly on BioLite's own product page. Lumens, 3200mAh/11.8Wh battery, 200/5 hr runtime, 7.4 oz weight, 3" x 3.7" dimensions, and IPX4 rating cross-confirmed on Boundary Waters Catalog and Alpine Shop listings that reproduce BioLite's spec sheet.
Is the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern worth it vs cheaper camping lanterns?
BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern against its closest cheaper and pricier camping lanterns on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Max light output lumens | Runtime low high hr | Battery type capacity (mAh) | Rechargeable USB output | Color temperature modes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern this | $59.95 | 250 | 200 hr low / 5 hr high | Li-ion, 3200mAh (11.8Wh) built-in | Yes - USB-A power-bank output; charges via Micro-USB (~2.5 hr) | 1900K-5000K adjustable warm-to-cool white plus full RGB color mixing |
| UST 30-Day Duro 1000 LED Lantern | $57.99 | 1000 | 720 hr low (30 days) / 12 hr high | 3x D alkaline (not included), non-rechargeable | No - disposable-battery only, no USB | Single white LED, high/medium/low/SOS; lifetime LED bulb (never burns out per manufacturer) |
| LuminAID PackLite Titan 2-in-1 Power Lantern | $75 | 300 | 100 hr low / several hr high (100 hr manufacturer-stated on low mode) | Li-ion, 4000mAh built-in | Yes - USB-A output charges a phone 2-3x or a tablet; recharges via USB or built-in solar panel | White light plus red night-vision mode |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern cost?
The BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern has a US price of $59.95 (Current price on bioliteenergy.com), as of 2026-08-11.
How does the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern compare on price?
At $60, the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern is #7 cheapest of the 14 camping lanterns we track, where the median is $65.
What are the BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern's key specs?
BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern (BioLite): maxLightOutputLumens 250, runtimeLowHighHr 200 hr low / 5 hr high, batteryTypeCapacityMah Li-ion, 3200mAh (11.8Wh) built-in, rechargeableUsbOutput Yes - USB-A power-bank output; charges via Micro-USB (~2.5 hr), colorTemperatureModes 1900K-5000K adjustable warm-to-cool white plus full RGB color mixing. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-11.
Price of record: $59.95 at bioliteenergy.com, 2026-08-11. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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