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Acebeam H17 2.0 vs Nitecore HC60 UHE

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam H17 2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Specification Profile

Relative dimensions at a glance

Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.

Acebeam H17 2.0 — Beam distance: 128 m (420 ft)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Max candela: 4096 cdAcebeam H17 2.0 — Weight: 73 g (2.57 oz)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Length: 79 mm (3.11 in)Acebeam H17 2.0 — Retail price: US$59.9Acebeam H17 2.0 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Beam distance: 157 m (515 ft)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Max candela: 6170 cdNitecore HC60 UHE — Weight: 140 g (4.94 oz)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Length: 80 mm (3.15 in)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Retail price: US$64.95Nitecore HC60 UHE — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$59.9Cheapest
US$64.95Most expensive
Weight
73 g (2.57 oz)Lightest
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
80 mm (3.15 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
4096 cdLowest candela
6170 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
157 m (515 ft)Highest
Max runtime
10200 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18350 Li-ion rechargeable battery
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB-C (5V 1.5A)
USB-C (5V/2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Night Running▣Outdoor Adventures▣Camping▣Hands Free Tasks
▣Outdoor Activities Such As Night Running, Trekking, Hiking, Camping, Trail Running, Climbing▣Industrial Inspection▣Outdoor Work▣Emergency Lighting
Common praise
✓High Max Brightness And Useful Moonlight Mode✓Lightweight At 73g Without Headband✓Fast USB C Charging In About 1 Hour✓Versatile Modes Including Strobe, SOS, Beacon And Rgb Auxiliary Lights✓Durable Aluminum Body With Ip68 Waterproofing And Impact Resistance
✓High Brightness And Efficient Beam With 1600 Lumens Output✓Long Runtime Up To 200 Hours On Lowest Mode✓Lightweight And Comfortable To Wear With Center Of Gravity Bracket Design✓Durable Construction With Ip68 Waterproof And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Easy One Handed Operation With Dual Switches And Mode Flexibility✓USB C Charging With Indicator Lights
Common complaints
⚠Run Time On Turbo Mode Is Limited To Under An Hour⚠Some Users Might Find Headlamp Attachment Methods Or Weight With Headband Less Suitable For Everyday Carry
⚠Brightness Decreases After Prolonged Use Due To Temperature Regulation (atr Module)⚠Charging Port Placement May Seem Unusual But Functions Well

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