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Fenix HP25R V2.0 vs Nitecore HC65 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 146% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 282% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 567% 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$237.68Most expensive
US$96.75Cheapest
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
114.5 g (4.04 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1750 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
7000 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
165 m (541 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
18650 rechargeable Li-ion (3.6V)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68 (2 meters waterproof and submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor adventuresProfessional use such as fire brigade, police, defense, and rescue workers
CampingGeneral nighttime useHands-free lighting
Common praise
Powerful combined spotlight and floodlight with up to 3000 lumens outputRechargeable with long battery life and portable power bank featureRobust aluminum body with IP66 rating and impact resistanceLightweight design with battery pack carried separately to reduce head loadUSB-C charging port for convenience
Good value for moneyVersatile brightness levelsLong battery lifeGood build qualityIncludes convenient red light modes
Common complaints
Heavier than previous model due to separate battery packRequires removal of small plastic disc inside battery pack before use
Slightly heavy for a headlampUSB-C charging speed around 2h25m, slower than some prefer
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