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Nitecore HC65 V2 vs Nitecore MH10 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6567% 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$96.75Most expensive
US$60Cheapest
Weight
114.5 g (4.04 oz)Lightest
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1750 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
7000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Lowest
240 m (787 ft)Highest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
720 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion (3.6V)
1x21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters waterproof and submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingGeneral nighttime useHands-free lighting
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesTactical use
Common praise
Good value for moneyVersatile brightness levelsLong battery lifeGood build qualityIncludes convenient red light modes
Bright output for its sizeGood runtime on rechargeable batteryDurable and waterproof designConvenient USB-C charging
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for a headlampUSB-C charging speed around 2h25m, slower than some prefer
Limited beam throw compared to some tactical flashlightsSome users find side switch less intuitive
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