Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 V2 vs Nitecore SRT6i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% 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 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT6i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 871% 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$145.49Most expensive
Weight
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Lightest
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
Length
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Shortest
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
2100 lmHighest output
Max candela
4240 cdLowest candela
65200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
510 m (1673 ft)Highest
Max runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1x21700i Li-ion (NL2150HPi 5000mAh), 2xCR123, 2xRCR123/16340
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 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish; strike bezel with high strength silicon nitride ceramics
Use case profile
Best for
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor activitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral camping use
Tactical useLong range searchlightLaw enforcementHunting
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
Intuitive no-nonsense user interface with rotary selector ringImpressive long throw and beam intensitySolid build quality with durable materialsIntegrated USB-C charging with included proprietary batteryTactical features such as strobe ready mode and lockout
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
Large head size makes pocket carry inconvenientRequires proprietary battery which limits standard battery use
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