Comparison Console
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Nitecore HC75 UHE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% 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 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 614% 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$105Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
209 g (7.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
92.4 mm (3.64 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
9216 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
192 m (630 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
5040 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery (5500mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C with 18W fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Work And Industrial UseNight OperationsSearch And RescueOutdoor AdventuresExtended Runtime Needs
Common praise
High Maximum Output Of 1600 LumensDual Beam System With Cool And Warm White Leds For Versatile UseComfortable And Adjustable Sport Fit Headband With Single Hand AdjustmentDurable Magnesium Alloy Frame Reducing Weight And Increasing StrengthLong Battery Runtime And USB C Rechargeable BatteryHigh Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact ResistanceAdjustable Beam Angle From Straight Ahead To Nearly 90 Degrees Downward
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
Not Ideal For Jogging Due To Strap Design Lacking Third Top StrapBattery Is Built In And Not Hot Swappable For Multi Day UsePotential Surface Oxidation If Anodization DamagedUSB C Port Cover Is A Common Failure Point Impacting Waterproofness
Relatively Heavy Compared To Smaller HeadlampsMay Be Bulky For Ultralight EDC Users
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