Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 UHE vs Nitecore HC60 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 240% 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$64.95Cheapest
US$93Most expensive
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Lightest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
6170 cdHighest candela
4240 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minShortest runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
USB-C port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activities such as night running, trekking, hiking, camping, trail running, climbingIndustrial inspectionOutdoor workEmergency lighting
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor activitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral camping use
Common praise
High brightness and efficient beam with 1600 lumens outputLong runtime up to 200 hours on lowest modeLightweight and comfortable to wear with center-of-gravity bracket designDurable construction with IP68 waterproof and 2 meter impact resistanceEasy one-handed operation with dual switches and mode flexibilityUSB-C charging with indicator lights
Bright output with a wide angle beamLong runtime with 3400mAh 18650 batteryUSB-C charging improves convenienceEasy single switch operation with intuitive mode cyclingComfortable fit with secure rear pad and silicone grip stripWaterproof rating IPX7 suitable for outdoor conditions
Common complaints
Brightness decreases after prolonged use due to temperature regulation (ATR module)Charging port placement may seem unusual but functions well
Weight does not include battery in provided specs so total weight may be higherBeam distance and candela are moderate compared to tactical flashlights, limiting long-throw useImpact resistance limited to 1 meter drop
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