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Nitecore HC60 UHE vs ThruNite Thrower

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

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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

Cheapest

ThruNite Thrower stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Thrower stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Thrower stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore HC60 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

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.

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 — Max lumens: 1600 lmThruNite Thrower — Beam distance: 323 m (1060 ft)ThruNite Thrower — Max candela: 26100 cdThruNite Thrower — Weight: 109 g (3.84 oz)ThruNite Thrower — Length: 109 mm (4.29 in)ThruNite Thrower — Retail price: US$50ThruNite Thrower — Max lumens: 1755 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
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, Climbing▣Industrial Inspection▣Outdoor Work▣Emergency Lighting
▣Biking▣Skateboarding▣Trail Running▣Long Distance Beam Requirements
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
✓Very Good Throw Performance With 26,100 Cd Intensity✓Included 3400mah 18650 Battery✓Great Runtime On Low And Medium Modes✓Comfortable And Adjustable Headband✓Simple 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 Head⚠Slight Rattling Or Wiggle Of The Battery Inside The Tube⚠Thin Rubber Flap Sealing USB C Port⚠No Magnetic Tailcap⚠Tailcap Threads Can Be A Bit Gritty

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