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Fenix UC35 vs Nitecore P20i
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 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix UC35 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2005% 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$126Most expensive
US$116Cheapest
Weight
89 g (3.14 oz)Lightest
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
17700 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
266 m (873 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery or two CR123A batteries
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
Micro USB 5V/2A
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
High strength oxidation-resistant aluminum with HAIII hard anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
MilitaryPolicingOutdoor LightingEmergency StandbyEveryday Carry
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional Inspection And DetectionOutdoor ActivitiesEDC Tactical Use
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
High Brightness Suitable For Tactical And Outdoor UseDual White And Uv Light For Detection And InspectionRechargeable With USB C And Included 21700 BatteryCompact Yet Robust Build With Aircraft Grade AluminumGood Impact Resistance And Waterproof Rating
Common complaints
Battery Level Indication Only Works With 18650 Li Ion BatteryCharging Only Possible When Flashlight Is Off And At Low Output
Relatively Heavy And Large For Pocket EDCHigher Price Point Compared To Basic ModelsMight Have Complex Modes For Casual Users
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