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Nitecore HC65 UHE vs Wurkkos HD20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 153% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 UHE stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 67% 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$124Most expensive
US$48.99Cheapest
Weight
152 g (5.36 oz)Heaviest
130 g (4.59 oz)Lightest
Length
90 mm (3.54 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lm
2000 lm
Max candela
13454 cdHighest candela
8050 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
232 m (761 ft)Highest
179.4 m (589 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4920 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C built-in
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero-grade aluminum alloy with HA III hard-anodized finish
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingHuntingIndustrial WorkEDC Use
Outdoor ActivitiesCampingHands Free IlluminationProfessional Use
Common praise
High Output Brightness With Good Beam QualityLong Runtime Up To 82 Hours On Lower ModesVersatile Lighting Including White, Red, And Reading LightsDurable And Well Built With Anodized Aluminum BodyComfortable Adjustable Headband With Optional Over The Top Strap
Strong Build Quality And Solid ConstructionDual Emitters Provide Flexible Lighting OptionsUSB C Onboard Charging With Included 21700 BatteryGood Value For Price Under $50 With Included BatteryConvenient Magnetic Tailcap And Clip For Retention
Common complaints
Headlamp Is Somewhat Heavy Due To Build QualityCharging Speed Can Be Slower Compared To External Chargers
Relatively Heavy For A Headlamp At 130 Grams Without BatteryFloodlight Mode Less Powerful Compared To Spot EmitterTop Switch Placement Can Make Headstanding UnstableSome Users May Find The Included Strap Non Removable
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