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Acebeam H35 vs Nitecore HC60 V2

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

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Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam H35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam H35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam H35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 215% 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 H35 — Beam distance: 170 m (558 ft)Acebeam H35 — Max candela: 7225 cdAcebeam H35 — Weight: 163 g (5.75 oz)Acebeam H35 — Length: 87 mm (3.43 in)Acebeam H35 — Retail price: US$100Acebeam H35 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Nitecore HC60 V2 — Beam distance: 130 m (427 ft)Nitecore HC60 V2 — Max candela: 4240 cdNitecore HC60 V2 — Weight: 108.5 g (3.83 oz)Nitecore HC60 V2 — Length: 84.1 mm (3.31 in)Nitecore HC60 V2 — Retail price: US$93Nitecore HC60 V2 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$100Most expensive
US$93Cheapest
Weight
163 g (5.75 oz)Heaviest
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2600 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
7225 cdHighest candela
4240 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12960 minShortest runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (3800mAh)
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C charging port 5V 2A, about 3.5 hours full charge
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy (all-metal unibody)
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Industrial Work▣Camping▣Hiking▣Hunting▣Search And Rescue▣Emergency Lighting
▣Camping▣Running▣Hunting▣Trekking▣Biking▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC▣Survival/bushcraft▣General Camping Use
Common praise
✓Brightest Red LED Headlamp Available✓Wide And Adjustable Beam✓Durable Build With All Metal Body✓Long Runtime Especially On Ultra Low And Red Modes✓Removable And Rechargeable 18650 Battery✓Comfortable And Reliable Strap✓Good Warranty And Customer Service
✓Bright Output With A Wide Angle Beam✓Long Runtime With 3400mah 18650 Battery✓USB C Charging Improves Convenience✓Easy Single Switch Operation With Intuitive Mode Cycling✓Comfortable Fit With Secure Rear Pad And Silicone Grip Strip✓Waterproof Rating Ipx7 Suitable For Outdoor Conditions
Common complaints
⚠Not Suitable For Fast Paced Activities Like Trail Running Due To Bulk And Weight
⚠Weight Does Not Include Battery In Provided Specs So Total Weight May Be Higher⚠Beam Distance And Candela Are Moderate Compared To Tactical Flashlights, Limiting Long Throw Use⚠Impact Resistance Limited To 1 Meter Drop

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