Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 UHE vs Nitecore NU43
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, 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 14% 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 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21% 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$86.09Most expensive
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Longest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1400 lmLowest output
Max candela
6170 cdHighest candela
3800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
9900 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activities such as night running, trekking, hiking, camping, trail running, climbingIndustrial inspectionOutdoor workEmergency lighting
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
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
Lightweight and comfortable for extended wearBright max output with dual beam flood and spotLong runtime with high-capacity 18650 batteryDurable construction and excellent waterproofingConvenient USB-C charging and fast charge timeIntelligent light sensor for obstacle avoidanceMultiple brightness levels and modes including red light and beacon
Common complaints
Brightness decreases after prolonged use due to temperature regulation (ATR module)Charging port placement may seem unusual but functions well
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
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