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Fenix HM61R V3.0 vs Nitecore HC35

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

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Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Lightest

Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore HC35 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore HC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest

Fenix HM61R V3.0 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest

Nitecore HC35 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 22% 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.

Fenix HM61R V3.0 — Beam distance: 195 m (640 ft)Fenix HM61R V3.0 — Max candela: 11770 cdFenix HM61R V3.0 — Weight: 167.6 g (5.91 oz)Fenix HM61R V3.0 — Length: 105.4 mm (4.15 in)Fenix HM61R V3.0 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HM61R V3.0 — Max lumens: 1800 lmNitecore HC35 — Beam distance: 134 m (440 ft)Nitecore HC35 — Max candela: 4500 cdNitecore HC35 — Weight: 138.5 g (4.89 oz)Nitecore HC35 — Length: 128.2 mm (5.05 in)Nitecore HC35 — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore HC35 — Max lumens: 2700 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$114.95
Weight
167.6 g (5.91 oz)Heaviest
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Lightest
Length
105.4 mm (4.15 in)Shortest
128.2 mm (5.05 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
2700 lmHighest output
Max candela
11770 cdHighest candela
4500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
195 m (640 ft)Highest
134 m (440 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18000 minShortest runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Fenix ARB-L18-4000 rechargeable Li-ion (18650 size)
21700 Li-ion (recommended, rechargeable)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Industrial Lighting▣Outdoor Activities▣Night Navigation▣Patrolling▣Inspection And Maintenance Work
▣Industrial Use▣Handheld Use▣Maintenance▣Deep Carry▣Outdoor Applications
Common praise
✓Versatile Multifunction Design As Both Headlamp And Flashlight✓Durable And Rugged Build Quality✓High Output With Long Beam Distance✓Quick USB C Charging✓Useful Multiple Lighting Modes Including High Cri Floodlight And Red Light✓Magnetic Tail Cap And Removable Lamp For Flexible Handling
✓High Output Of 2700 Lumens✓Long Runtime Up To 1200 Hours On Ultralow✓Versatile 5 Brightness Levels And 3 Special Modes✓Comfortable And Durable Aero Grade Aluminum Body✓Waterproof To Ip68 And Impact Resistant To 1 Meter✓Includes 21700 4000mah Rechargeable Battery And USB Charging Cable
Common complaints
⚠No LED Replacement Option⚠Limited Brightness Levels When Using Alternative Batteries (non Included)
⚠Turbo Mode Only Accessible With High Discharge Batteries⚠Battery Not Included In Some Cases Leading To Additional Purchase⚠Single Switch Interface May Require Practice To Cycle Modes

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