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Fenix HP25R V2.0 vs Nitecore NU25 MCT

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

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Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 650% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 495% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 774% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 650% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 167% 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 HP25R V2.0 — Beam distance: 270 m (886 ft)Fenix HP25R V2.0 — Weight: 437 g (15.41 oz)Fenix HP25R V2.0 — Length: 92 mm (3.62 in)Fenix HP25R V2.0 — Retail price: US$237.68Fenix HP25R V2.0 — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Fenix HP25R V2.0 — Max lumens: 3000 lmNitecore NU25 MCT — Beam distance: 132 m (433 ft)Nitecore NU25 MCT — Weight: 50 g (1.76 oz)Nitecore NU25 MCT — Length: 60 mm (2.36 in)Nitecore NU25 MCT — Retail price: US$39.95Nitecore NU25 MCT — Impact resistance: 1 m (3 ft)Nitecore NU25 MCT — Max lumens: 400 lmBeam distanceWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistanceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$237.68Most expensive
US$39.95Cheapest
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
50 g (1.76 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
4351 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP66
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
PC
Use case profile
Best for
▣Outdoor Adventures▣Professional Use Such As Fire Brigade, Police, Defense, And Rescue Workers
▣Night Running▣Trekking▣Hiking▣Camping▣Outdoor Adventures▣Emergency Lighting▣Ultra Lightweight Outdoor Lighting
Common praise
✓Powerful Combined Spotlight And Floodlight With Up To 3000 Lumens Output✓Rechargeable With Long Battery Life And Portable Power Bank Feature✓Robust Aluminum Body With Ip66 Rating And Impact Resistance✓Lightweight Design With Battery Pack Carried Separately To Reduce Head Load✓USB C Charging Port For Convenience
✓Lightweight And Comfortable With 50g Weight Including Bracket And Headband✓Multiple Color Temperatures For Versatile Lighting✓Long Maximum Runtime Up To 45 Hours On Ultralow Mode✓USB C Charging With Fast Recharge Time (~75 Minutes)✓Durable With Ip66 Waterproof And 1 Meter Impact Resistance✓Intuitive Dual Button Interface For Easy Operation Even With Gloves✓Lockout Mode For Safe Transport
Common complaints
⚠Heavier Than Previous Model Due To Separate Battery Pack⚠Requires Removal Of Small Plastic Disc Inside Battery Pack Before Use
⚠Limited Impact Resistance To 1 Meter⚠Beam Distance Moderate Compared To High Power Flashlights

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