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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 vs Nitecore NU45
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM65R-T v2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 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 598% 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$65Cheapest
Weight
120 g (4.23 oz)Lightest
126 g (4.44 oz)Heaviest
Length
Unknown
79 mm (3.11 in)
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1700 lmHighest output
Max candela
7353 cdLowest candela
7426 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
170 m (558 ft)Lowest
172 m (564 ft)Highest
Max runtime
36000 minLongest runtime
5160 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable battery
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C Fast Charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Magnesium alloy, aluminum, polycarbonate
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningWorking Around The House/garage/yardHikingHunting/fishingTechnical Trail RunningFast Moving Night Efforts
Night RunningOutdoor AdventuresCampingWorkHiking
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
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 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
No Explicit Complaints In Provided Sources
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