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Godox AD600Pro II.

600Ws
Power output
GN87
Guide number
0.01–0.9s
Recycle time
~360
Full-power flashes/charge
40W
Bi-color modeling lamp

01 · Pitch

20-second pitch

The AD600Pro II is Godox's current 600Ws all-in-one outdoor strobe — Bowens-mount, TTL, HSS, a 40W bi-color modeling lamp, and one-tap sync with the X3 trigger. It was announced in August 2024 and replaces the original AD600Pro. When a customer says 'AD600' today they usually mean this model; the manual-only AD600BM II is a separate, current sibling. Be upfront that reviewers found it heavy, noted inconsistent recycle and unreliable battery-indicator lights, and said the X3 trigger is needed for full control.

Who is the customer?

Location portrait, fashion, and wedding photographers who need real power outdoors Photographers who want TTL and HSS in a battery-powered 600Ws light Customers who use Bowens modifiers Buyers who want a bright bi-color modeling lamp Owners of the original AD600Pro considering the update

02 · Specs

Five AD600Pro II specs to memorize

  1. 600Ws (GN87) with a power range of 1/512 to 1/1, a Bowens S mount, and a color temperature of 5800K ±200K.
  2. 28.8V/2600mAh Li-ion battery rated for up to 360 full-power flashes per B&H (Digital Camera World reported 370), with recycle of 0.01–0.9 seconds.
  3. TTL with HSS to 1/8000s, flash duration 1/220–1/11,760s, and a freeze mode with durations of 1/2570–1/20,400s.
  4. A 40W bi-color modeling lamp (2800–6000K), a TFT color screen, 16 groups, and one-tap sync with the X3 trigger; USB-C is for firmware only.
  5. Weighs roughly 3–3.5kg depending on the source; the box includes the flash body and tube, reflector, battery, charger, and power cord.

03 · Signature feature

The feature that sells it: 600Ws, TTL, and a real modeling lamp on location

The AD600Pro II delivers studio-class output from a battery, with TTL and HSS for outdoor work, a 40W bi-color modeling lamp to preview light, freeze mode for fast action, and one-tap sync with the X3 trigger.

What to say on the sales floor

Lead with output and the modeling lamp, then be honest. Digital Camera World (4/5) found the design 'clunky,' the update incremental over the Mark I, and said the X3 trigger is needed for full function. Shotkit noted it's heavy, with inconsistent recycle, unreliable battery-indicator lights, and no case. Fstoppers noted no USB-C charging and a modeling lamp that could be brighter.

04 · Video

Video: outdoor power, recycle, and X3 sync

A demo video should show the AD600Pro II lighting a subject outdoors against bright light, a burst to show recycle, and one-tap pairing with the X3 trigger.

Practical starting settings

For the demo unit: pair it with the X3, shoot a few frames at high power with a Bowens modifier, and show the modeling lamp before the burst.

05 · Discovery & demo

Ten discovery questions

  1. Do you shoot outdoors in bright light?
  2. How much power do you need — 200Ws, 400Ws, or 600Ws?
  3. Do you use Bowens modifiers?
  4. Do you need TTL, or are you comfortable in manual?
  5. What camera system are you on?
  6. Do you own the X3 trigger yet?
  7. How important is weight on location?
  8. Do you need freeze mode for fast action?
  9. Are you upgrading from the original AD600Pro?
  10. What frustrates you about your current strobe?

Five-minute sales-floor demo

  1. Show the power and modeling lamp. Turn on the 40W bi-color lamp and show the range.A headline upgrade over older versions.
  2. Pair with the X3. Show the one-tap sync.Reviewers noted the X3 is needed for full control.
  3. Fire a burst. Show recycle across several frames.Be honest that Shotkit found recycle inconsistent.
  4. Show the Bowens mount. Attach a modifier and discuss weight.Shows compatibility with common modifiers.
  5. Mention the AD600BM II. Point out the manual-only sibling for customers who don't need TTL.Gives the customer the right option.

06 · Objections

Common objections and answers

"Which AD600 is current?"

The AD600Pro II is the current TTL model. The original AD600Pro is replaced. The manual-only AD600BM II is a separate current model without TTL.

"Is it just a small update?"

Digital Camera World called it incremental over the Mark I, though the bi-color modeling lamp, freeze mode, and X3 sync are meaningful additions.

"Do I need the X3?"

Reviewers said the X3 trigger is needed for full control and the best experience.

"Is it heavy?"

Weight is roughly 3–3.5kg depending on the source, and Shotkit called it heavy.

"Does it have USB-C charging?"

No. USB-C is for firmware only, per Fstoppers.

07 · Compare

Competitive positioning

LightPowerBatteryExtrasWhere it loses to the AD600Pro II
Godox AD600BM II600Ws; manual only10.8V/8940mAh, up to ~500 flashesBowens; no TTL; ~2.9kgMore flashes per charge, but no TTL and slower recycle than the Pro II.
Westcott FJ400 II400Ws550+ flashes, 0.01–0.9s recycleTTL/HSS; Bowens; 30W modeling lamp; ~2.4kgLighter with a longer battery life, but less powerful.
Neewer Q6600Ws~400 flashes, 0.01–0.9s recycleBowens; 30W modeling lamp; ~3kgDigital Camera World found its wireless 'glitchy' on Sony and called the AD600Pro II 'the light to beat.'
Profoto B30500Ws~220 TTL flashesProfessional build and ecosystemStronger build, but a different tier of product.

08 · Close

Close the conversation

Closing question: "For the power and TTL you need on location, is the AD600Pro II the right fit, or does the lighter FJ400-class power or the manual-only AD600BM II suit you better?"

Lead with output and the modeling lamp, be honest about weight and the X3 requirement, and steer manual-only shooters to the AD600BM II.