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Fenix LD15R vs Nitecore NU27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD15R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD15R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD15R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LD15R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2750% 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$55Most expensive
US$44.95Cheapest
Weight
42.5 g (1.50 oz)Lightest
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
600 lmHighest output
Max candela
3800 cdHighest candela
3705 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)
123 m (404 ft)
Max runtime
120 minShortest runtime
3420 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP67+
IP66
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminium
Polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
Right angle tasksCompact EDCBoth flood and focused beam use
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designVersatile lighting with flood and focused beamHigh CRI for quality lightWaterproof with solid durabilityUSB-C rechargeable battery included
Lightweight and comfortable at 56 gramsMultiple color temperatures for varied lighting needsGood beam distance of 123 metersLong maximum runtime of 57 hoursUSB-C onboard chargingDurable with IP66 rating and impact resistance 1 meterVersatile with clip for cap or backpack use
Common complaints
Relatively short high mode runtime (2 hours)Price may be higher in some markets
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
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