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Acebeam H30 vs Nitecore HC35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 500% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.16Most expensive
US$114.95Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Lightest
Length
89.4 mm (3.52 in)Shortest
128.2 mm (5.05 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
10800 cdHighest candela
4500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
208 m (682 ft)Highest
134 m (440 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minShortest runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (5100mAh) included, compatible with 1 x 18650
21700 Li-ion (recommended, rechargeable)
Charging type
USB-C (2A charging current)
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueMiningExplorationOutdoor activitiesHuntingCrime scene investigation
Industrial useHandheld useMaintenanceDeep carryOutdoor applications
Common praise
Very powerful light output with good throwVersatile lighting options with multiple LED colorsLong runtime on low modesDurable and waterproof constructionUSB-C charging with fast charge and power bank functionReflective and comfortable headband design
High output of 2700 lumensLong runtime up to 1200 hours on ultralowVersatile 5 brightness levels and 3 special modesComfortable and durable aero grade aluminum bodyWaterproof to IP68 and impact resistant to 1 meterIncludes 21700 4000mAh rechargeable battery and USB charging cable
Common complaints
Mounting brackets prone to breakageBattery life not as long as expected under heavy useNon-adjustable beam focusHeadlamp can slip off in some usesReplacement parts for mounting bracket can be hard to find
Turbo mode only accessible with high discharge batteriesBattery not included in some cases leading to additional purchaseSingle switch interface may require practice to cycle modes
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