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Nitecore HC60 V2 vs Nitecore P10i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1260% 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$93Cheapest
US$104Most expensive
Weight
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Heaviest
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
Length
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
4240 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
Charging type
USB-C port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor activitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral camping use
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
Common praise
Bright output with a wide angle beamLong runtime with 3400mAh 18650 batteryUSB-C charging improves convenienceEasy single switch operation with intuitive mode cyclingComfortable fit with secure rear pad and silicone grip stripWaterproof rating IPX7 suitable for outdoor conditions
High maximum output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
Common complaints
Weight does not include battery in provided specs so total weight may be higherBeam distance and candela are moderate compared to tactical flashlights, limiting long-throw useImpact resistance limited to 1 meter drop
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
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