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Nitecore HC60 UHE vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% 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 86% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 622% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 13233% 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$469Most expensive
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
6170 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Outdoor activities such as night running, trekking, hiking, camping, trail running, climbingIndustrial inspectionOutdoor workEmergency lighting
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
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
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Brightness decreases after prolonged use due to temperature regulation (ATR module)Charging port placement may seem unusual but functions well
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects
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