Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 UHE vs ThruNite Thrower
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Thrower stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% 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$64.95Most expensive
US$50Cheapest
Weight
140 g (4.94 oz)Heaviest
109 g (3.84 oz)Lightest
Length
80 mm (3.15 in)Shortest
109 mm (4.29 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1600 lmLowest output
1755 lmHighest output
Max candela
6170 cdLowest candela
26100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
157 m (515 ft)Lowest
323 m (1060 ft)Highest
Max runtime
12000 minShortest runtime
14400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4,000mAh 18650 Li-ion battery
18650
Charging type
USB-C (5V/2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
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
BikingSkateboardingTrail runningLong distance beam requirements
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
Very good throw performance with 26,100 cd intensityIncluded 3400mAh 18650 batteryGreat runtime on low and medium modesComfortable and adjustable headbandSimple and straightforward UI with direct access to firefly and turbo modes
Common complaints
Brightness decreases after prolonged use due to temperature regulation (ATR module)Charging port placement may seem unusual but functions well
Warm on turbo output causing some heat and neck fatigue when worn on headSlight rattling or wiggle of the battery inside the tubeThin rubber flap sealing USB-C portNo magnetic tailcapTailcap threads can be a bit gritty
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