Comparison Console
Fenix HP25R V2.0 vs Nitecore NU33
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU33 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 376% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 358% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 77% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 329% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP25R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 23% 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$49.95Cheapest
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
95.5 g (3.37 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Longest
62.3 mm (2.45 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
4578 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
135 m (443 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
8820 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 lithium-ion
Built-in 2000mAh 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 and aluminum metal materials
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor adventuresProfessional use such as fire brigade, police, defense, and rescue workers
Night runningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor adventuresEmergency 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
Compact and lightweight designMultiple lighting modes with high CRI optionLong maximum runtime of up to 147 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging with approximately 1.5 hours charge timeComfortable to wear with adjustable headband and stable fitGood quality construction with durable materialsLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Common complaints
Heavier than previous model due to separate battery packRequires removal of small plastic disc inside battery pack before use
Sealed non-user replaceable batteryRed mode lacks low output levelIP66 rating less than some higher-grade headlampsNo PWM in LED driver, but this is generally positiveLimited tilt adjustment (only downward about 75 degrees)
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