Biolite Alpenglow 250 Lantern

BioLite Alpenglow 250 Lantern

A smart, versatile camp lantern that delivers natural-feeling light inspired by the colors of the outdoors. The Alpenglow 250 goes well beyond a standard camp lantern with ChromaReal LED technology for accurate color rendering, shake-activated features, and eight lighting modes that cover everything from task lighting to a full campfire ambiance without an open flame.

Why We Carry It
It's the lantern we recommend for campers who want more from their camp lighting than a single harsh white LED and appreciate the difference that warm, natural light makes at the end of a long day outside.

Highlights

• ChromaReal broad spectrum LED technology at CRI 90 — A color rendering index of 90 means colors look accurate and natural under this lantern rather than washed out or distorted like standard LEDs. The closest thing to natural light available in a camp lantern at this size.
• Eight lighting modes including Candle Flicker and Multicolor Party — Cool white and warm white for task lighting, single color and multicolor for atmosphere, candle flicker for campfire ambiance, and color cycle modes for a dynamic, festive setup. Shake the lantern to unlock the interactive modes via the internal accelerometer.
• 250 lumens on high with up to 200-hour runtime on low — A wide brightness range that covers both task lighting and all-night ambient glow on a single charge. The 1-hour reserve power mode provides a warning before the battery runs out.
• 3,200 mAh battery with USB-A output — Recharges phones and small devices directly from the lantern. A practical power bank function for camp use when a wall outlet isn't available.
• IPX4 weather resistance — Handles splashes and light rain without shutting down. Built for outdoor use where the weather doesn't always cooperate.
• Shake-activated features — The internal accelerometer responds to a shake gesture to unlock candle flicker and color rotation modes without navigating through a menu. An intuitive, playful interaction that makes the lantern feel genuinely different from a standard camp light.
• 7.4 ounce weight at 3.7 x 3.0 inches — Compact and light enough for backpacking and travel without taking up meaningful space in a pack. Small enough for a jacket pocket on the way to camp.
• 2.5-hour recharge time via Micro USB — Fast enough to top off during a lunch break or a short stop with access to a power bank or outlet.
• Lock mode — Prevents accidental activation in a pack or gear bag. A practical detail that keeps the lantern from draining the battery before you need it.

Best for

Car campers, backpackers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want a versatile, natural-feeling lantern with multiple lighting modes for basecamp use, backcountry overnights, and anywhere else great light makes the experience better. A strong upgrade from a standard white LED lantern for anyone who appreciates the difference quality light makes at camp.

In The Box

Alpenglow 250, instruction manual, Micro USB charge cable.