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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 workCampingHikingHuntingSearch and rescueEmergency lighting
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor activitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral camping use
Common praise
Brightest red LED headlamp availableWide and adjustable beamDurable build with all-metal bodyLong runtime especially on ultra-low and red modesRemovable and rechargeable 18650 batteryComfortable and reliable strapGood warranty and customer service
Bright output with a wide angle beamLong runtime with 3400mAh 18650 batteryUSB-C charging improves convenienceEasy single switch operation with intuitive mode cyclingComfortable fit with secure rear pad and silicone grip stripWaterproof 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 higherBeam distance and candela are moderate compared to tactical flashlights, limiting long-throw useImpact resistance limited to 1 meter drop

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