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Fenix HL60R vs Nitecore HC75 UHE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 216% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 216% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HL60R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19% 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$104.5Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
121 g (4.27 oz)Lightest
209 g (7.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
92.4 mm (3.64 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
950 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
9216 cd
Beam distance
116 m (381 ft)Lowest
192 m (630 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
5040 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium primary
21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery (5500mAh)
Charging type
Micro USB charging cable
USB-C with 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8, waterproof to 2m depth
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Durable aircraft grade aluminium, premium Type III hard anodised anti-abrasive finish
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
HikingCampingTrekkingCave explorationNight ridingSearch and rescueFishingBackcountry travel
Work and industrial useNight operationsSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresExtended runtime needs
Common praise
High maximum output of 950 lumensLong runtime up to 100 hours in eco modeWaterproof to 2 meters (IPX8)Durable all-metal aircraft grade aluminum buildUSB charging with included 18650 rechargeable batteryFunctional side switch with battery level indicatorsIncludes multiple brightness modes and red night vision modeComfortable adjustable head strap with tilt feature
Powerful high output and long beam distanceVersatile stepless e-focus adjustmentLong runtime with replaceable high-capacity batteryDurable build with excellent waterproof and impact resistanceConvenient USB-C fast charging and battery level indicator
Common complaints
Switch located on side instead of top, takes 1 second press to activate which can be unintuitiveFeels heavy at 121 grams without battery, heavier with included battery (about 158 grams total)Wide plastic plate can press uncomfortably on bare foreheadNot designed to fit securely on whitewater helmets without rigging
Relatively heavy compared to smaller headlampsMay be bulky for ultralight EDC users
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