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Nitecore HC60 UHE vs ThruNite TH30 V2

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 108% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

ThruNite TH30 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% 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.

Nitecore HC60 UHE — Beam distance: 157 m (515 ft)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Max candela: 6170 cdNitecore HC60 UHE — Weight: 140 g (4.94 oz)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Length: 80 mm (3.15 in)Nitecore HC60 UHE — Retail price: US$64.95Nitecore HC60 UHE — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)ThruNite TH30 V2 — Beam distance: 170 m (558 ft)ThruNite TH30 V2 — Max candela: 7290 cdThruNite TH30 V2 — Weight: 123 g (4.34 oz)ThruNite TH30 V2 — Length: 107.5 mm (4.23 in)ThruNite TH30 V2 — Retail price: US$79.95ThruNite TH30 V2 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$64.95Cheapest
US$79.95Most expensive
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
123 g (4.34 oz)Lightest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
107.5 mm (4.23 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
3320 lmHighest output
Max candela
6170 cdLowest candela
7290 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Lowest
170 m (558 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
6600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
1x18650 IMR 3100mAh rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
USB-C onboard charging 1.5A
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters)
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
6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy with premium type III hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Outdoor Activities Such As Night Running, Trekking, Hiking, Camping, Trail Running, Climbing▣Industrial Inspection▣Outdoor Work▣Emergency Lighting
▣Camping▣Hiking▣Cycling▣Indoor And Outdoor Activities▣Tactical Use▣Headlamp And EDC Combination Use
Common praise
✓High Brightness And Efficient Beam With 1600 Lumens Output✓Long Runtime Up To 200 Hours On Lowest Mode✓Lightweight And Comfortable To Wear With Center Of Gravity Bracket Design✓Durable Construction With Ip68 Waterproof And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Easy One Handed Operation With Dual Switches And Mode Flexibility✓USB C Charging With Indicator Lights
✓High Maximum Brightness Output✓USB C Onboard Charging Convenience✓Solid Build Quality With Durable Materials✓Versatile Modes Including Firefly And SOS✓Dual Use As Headlamp And Right Angle EDC Light✓Good Battery Capacity And Runtime
Common complaints
⚠Brightness Decreases After Prolonged Use Due To Temperature Regulation (atr Module)⚠Charging Port Placement May Seem Unusual But Functions Well
⚠Turbo Mode Thermal Step Down Limiting Extended Maximum Output⚠Some Users Observed Actual Lumen Output Slightly Below Rated⚠Headband Stretches Over Time⚠No Anti Slip Pattern On Head Strap

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