Top 10 Best Rear Bike Lights in the UK 2021 (Cateye, Apache Vision and More)

One of the most underrated rear cycling lights on the market, if you're looking for a dependable and affordable rear light this one ticks all the boxes. This versatile option provides excellent value for money, with it's narrow profile and rubber backing plate allowing for a snug fit wherever you fix it.

The only real downside is that it's not particularly bright or powerful, lacking many of the bells and whistles offered with others on the list

Garmin has become synonymous  with smart technology, and this light lives up to the reputation. While it may lack brightness and battery life, the advanced safety features are what set this product apart. 

As traffic approaches from up to 140 metres behind you, the radar automatically adjusts its brightness and flashing pattern to warn drivers. To help you stay out of harm's way, audible notifications will also alert you when vehicles approach at speed. 

We love CatEye technology. The Japanese company has come through once again with the X3, the most powerful rear light in its Rapid range. 

We'd understand if the price scared you a little, but this versatile light will provide you the peace of mind that you're safe on the road. At 150 lumens, you can trust drivers to steer clear at night and spot you during the day with the daytime flashing mode. 

This clever light stands out from the crowd, thanks to its intelligent safety system. The Nkomax Smart rear bike light senses when you slow down, engaging a braking light to alert drivers to your change of speed. 

This rear light has received rave reviews for it's convenient auto mode, that will save you manually fiddling with the settings. Just be aware that you will only be able to mount it directly underneath the saddle.

Lightweight and sleek, this powerful rear light delivers maximum visual impact with only a soft blow to your wallet. If you're safety conscious and tend to ride alone, then this super bright light will certainly suit you.

It's perfect for keeping motorists alert of your presence on the road with eight total light settings. Day flashing mode preserves your battery life, while the night flash mode transforms it into mighty 200 lumen beam!

NiteRider gives you a taste of the future with laser beam guidance. This light projects lasers to create a unique virtual cycle lane behind you. All three laser modes can be activated on their own, or together alongside the two main LEDSs.

Though it's uncertain whether there are any actual road safety benefits, we'd still recommend this light to anybody that loves cycling in groups to help friends to keep a safe distance. 

Never feel lonely on your ride with this intelligent cycling buddy. This rear bike light connects to your smartphone to alert you when the battery is running of low charge, while GPS tech alters brightness and flash patterns to account for the conditions of your current locations. 

See.Sense packs plenty of neat tricks into this package. So if you don't mind splurging a bit of extra cash for cutting edge technology, then we'd highly recommend grabbing this rear light. 

Lezyne created this light with simplicity, durability and versatility in mind. A common complaint with bike lights is that the buttons are tough to press with gloves on. Which is why we like that this model can be operated via one large button on the top. It even has a battery indicator light so you can see at a glance when it's low on juice.

Perfect for commuters, we love this light for early starts and dull conditions as the 250 lumen brightness from three LEDs will really shine through the typical UK weather conditions.

Grappling with tangled cables to find the one you need when it's time to charge your rear light can get annoying pretty quickly.  Knog have succeeded in solving this issue by allowing you to plug the light directly into your UBS port.

It's bright, compact and convenient. So, if you're susceptible to forgetting charging cables, or despise the hassle of untangling wires, then this light will guarantee you won't be caught in the dark. 

Our coveted top spot goes to revered brand, Apache Vision, who create some of the best affordable  bike lights on the market. This is a great all rounder, suitable for everyday cyclists who rely on their bike for commuting.

Its 100 lumens delivers enough brightness to remind drivers that you're on the road, no matter the time, location or weather conditions. It's easy to mount and pack away once you've finished your ride, and you can take advantage of the day flash mode to enjoy up to 45 hours batterylife, letting you concentrate on the road instead of battery life.