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Fenix HM71R vs Nitecore EDC37
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 196% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix HM71R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 66% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 196% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore EDC37 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HM71R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 111% 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$128.5Cheapest
US$140Most expensive
Weight
207.5 g (7.32 oz)Heaviest
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
Length
106 mm (4.17 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2700 lmLowest output
8000 lmHighest output
Max candela
13300 cdLowest candela
44010 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
230 m (755 ft)Lowest
420 m (1378 ft)Highest
Max runtime
24000 minLongest runtime
11400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0 included)
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C (supports 2A charging current)
USB-C fast charging (18W)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP54
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Unknown
Stainless steel with PVD coating and carbon fiber reinforced polymer frame with aluminum heat dissipation plate
Use case profile
Best for
CampingWorkEmergency useGeneral purpose lightingHands-free tasks
Tactical EDCSecurity patrolLaw enforcementSearch and rescuePersonal defenseEmergency lighting
Common praise
High maximum output of 2700 lumensGood beam distance of 230 metersVersatile dual LED (spot and flood)Solid build with IP68 waterproof rating and 2m impact resistanceMagnetic tailcap allows hands-free mounting on metal surfacesDetachable from headband for handheld useIncluded high capacity rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging
High maximum brightness for compact sizeUseful OLED real-time display with mode, brightness, battery and runtime infoPhysical lockout switch prevents accidental activationGood output regulation with temperature managementSolid build quality with tactical designFast USB-C charging with large built-in batteryMultiple usable modes including flood and spotlight
Common complaints
Right angle form factor may not be ideal for dedicated headlamp use compared to T-type headlampsNo detailed information on switch type or material composition
IP54 rating lower than typical IP67/IP68 for full waterproof useBattery is not user replaceableMomentary high output duration limited by thermal regulation
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