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Fenix UC35 vs Nitecore P17iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix UC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix UC35 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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$126Cheapest
US$126.44Most expensive
Weight
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
101 g (3.56 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)
140 mm (5.51 in)
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
17700 cdLowest candela
27225 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
266 m (873 ft)Lowest
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
Charging type
Micro USB 5V/2A
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor lightingEmergency standbyEveryday carry
Tactical and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
Common praise
Powerful output for its sizeLong maximum runtime especially in moonlight modeDurable aircraft-grade aluminum body with good impact and water resistanceConvenient dual-switch interface with tactical tail and side functional switchIncluded high capacity rechargeable 18650 battery and micro USB charging
Exceptional brightness and beam throwVersatile beam pattern optionsRobust and durable constructionProgrammable buttons provide operational flexibilityLong battery runtime with fast USB-C charging
Common complaints
Battery level indication only works with 18650 Li-ion batteryCharging only possible when flashlight is off and at low output
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
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