Comparison Console
Nitecore HC60 V2 vs Nitecore UT27 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC60 V2 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 UT27 Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC60 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4590% 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$93Most expensive
US$59.95Cheapest
Weight
108.5 g (3.83 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
84.1 mm (3.31 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
4240 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
40800 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion
1 x HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery pack (1500 mAh) or 3 x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
CampingRunningHuntingTrekkingBikingOutdoor ActivitiesEDCSurvival/bushcraftGeneral Camping Use
Trail RunningHikingCampingNight RunningEmergency LightingTrekking
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
Lightweight And Comfortable For Trail RunningThree Color Temperature Options With High Cri For Different EnvironmentsRechargeable Battery With USB C And Aaa Battery CompatibilityIp66 Waterproof And Dustproof RatingEasy To Use Dual Switch InterfaceGood Battery Life And Power Indicator
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
Limited Beam Distance For Some Tactical UsesImpact Resistance Only Up To 1 MeterSome Users May Prefer Higher Max Lumen Output
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