Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 UHE vs Olight Perun 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Perun 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% 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 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% 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$81Most expensive
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Lightest
161 g (5.68 oz)Heaviest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
121 mm (4.76 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
2500 lmHighest output
Max candela
6170 cdLowest candela
6889 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Lowest
166 m (545 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12000 minShortest runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
MCC3 USB magnetic charging cable with up to 2A current
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor Activities Such As Night Running, Trekking, Hiking, Camping, Trail Running, ClimbingIndustrial InspectionOutdoor WorkEmergency Lighting
CampingFishingEveryday CarryOutdoor ActivitiesGeneral UseHousehold TasksHands Free UseRight Angle Illumination
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
High Maximum Output Of 2500 LumensVersatile Usage As Headlamp Or Handheld FlashlightFast USB Magnetic Charging With 2a CurrentBuilt In Proximity Sensor For SafetyStrong Magnetic Base And Pocket Clip For Versatile MountingWide And Broad Beam Suitable For Close Range Tasks
Common complaints
Brightness Decreases After Prolonged Use Due To Temperature Regulation (atr Module)Charging Port Placement May Seem Unusual But Functions Well
Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Headlamp Use Due To Large 21700 BatteryMay Be Uncomfortable For Jogging Or Activities With Head BouncingUses Cool White Low Cri LED Which May Not Appeal To All Users
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