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Fenix HP30R V2.0 vs Nitecore HC35
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 216% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix HP30R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 900% 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$153.31Most expensive
US$114.95Cheapest
Weight
437 g (15.41 oz)Heaviest
138.5 g (4.89 oz)Lightest
Length
92 mm (3.62 in)Shortest
128.2 mm (5.05 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
2700 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
4500 cd
Beam distance
270 m (886 ft)Highest
134 m (440 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
72000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Two 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
21700 Li-ion (recommended, rechargeable)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.98 m (6 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Unknown
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
HikingMountain TreksJungle TreksSnow ExpeditionsProfessional Use Such As Fire Brigade, Police, Defense, Rescue Workers
Industrial UseHandheld UseMaintenanceDeep CarryOutdoor Applications
Common praise
Very Powerful Light Output Up To 3000 LumensVersatile Beam Modes Including Spotlight And FloodlightDetachable Battery Pack For Convenience And WarmthLong Battery Runtime, Especially On Low ModesComfortable Weight Distribution With Battery Pack Off The HeadEasy To Use Rotary Control Switch
High Output Of 2700 LumensLong Runtime Up To 1200 Hours On UltralowVersatile 5 Brightness Levels And 3 Special ModesComfortable And Durable Aero Grade Aluminum BodyWaterproof To Ip68 And Impact Resistant To 1 MeterIncludes 21700 4000mah Rechargeable Battery And USB Charging Cable
Common complaints
Adjustment Switch Initially Stiff And Affects Beam AngleRubber Cover For Charging Port May Break Or Get Lost
Turbo Mode Only Accessible With High Discharge BatteriesBattery Not Included In Some Cases Leading To Additional PurchaseSingle Switch Interface May Require Practice To Cycle Modes
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