Comparison Console
Acebeam H30 vs Nitecore NU45
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 133% 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$65Cheapest
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)Heaviest
126 g (4.44 oz)Lightest
Length
89.4 mm (3.52 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
10800 cdHighest candela
7426 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
208 m (682 ft)Highest
172 m (564 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
5160 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (5100mAh) included, compatible with 1 x 18650
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
Charging type
USB-C (2A charging current)
USB-C Fast Charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueMiningExplorationOutdoor activitiesHuntingCrime scene investigation
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingWorkHiking
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 brightness with multiple lighting modesLong runtime on low settingsFast USB-C chargingLightweight and comfortable to wearDurable with high waterproof and impact resistance ratings
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
No explicit complaints in provided sources
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