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Nitecore HC65 V2 vs Sofirn D25S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn D25S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 80% 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
Sofirn D25S stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 409% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S 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.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$19Cheapest
Weight
114.5 g (4.04 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Longest
85.8 mm (3.38 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1750 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Highest
53 m (174 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion (3.6V)
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters waterproof and submersible)
IPX6
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingGeneral nighttime useHands-free lighting
CampingRunningHikingGeneral outdoor activitiesHeadlamp useLight painting when removed from headband
Common praise
Good value for moneyVersatile brightness levelsLong battery lifeGood build qualityIncludes convenient red light modes
Affordable price for featuresGood beam quality with artifact-free hotspotSimple and effective user interfaceComfortable headband without top strapRechargeable with USB-C portFunctional red and white LEDsEffective thermal regulation and low voltage protection
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for a headlampUSB-C charging speed around 2h25m, slower than some prefer
Build quality is described as sub-par with shallow unlubricated threadsSwitch placement on side instead of top may reduce ergonomicsSlightly heavy for runningNo pocket clip, magnet, or lanyard included for handheld use
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