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Acebeam H35 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 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam H35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 151% 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$100Most expensive
US$65Cheapest
Weight
163 g (5.75 oz)Heaviest
126 g (4.44 oz)Lightest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Longest
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2600 lmHighest output
1700 lmLowest output
Max candela
7225 cdLowest candela
7426 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
172 m (564 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12960 minLongest runtime
5160 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (3800mAh)
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
Charging type
USB-C charging port 5V 2A, about 3.5 hours full charge
USB-C Fast Charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy (all-metal unibody)
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial workCampingHikingHuntingSearch and rescueEmergency lighting
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingWorkHiking
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
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
Not suitable for fast-paced activities like trail running due to bulk and weight
No explicit complaints in provided sources
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