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Nitecore HC65 V2 vs Streamlight Double Clutch USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight. Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 93% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1300% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22757% 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$80.95Cheapest
Weight
114.5 g (4.04 oz)Heaviest
114.25 g (4.03 oz)Lightest
Length
90.8 mm (3.57 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1750 lmHighest output
125 lmLowest output
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
1700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion (3.6V)
USB rechargeable lithium polymer battery, 3x AAA alkaline or lithium batteries (backup)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters waterproof and submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Impact-resistant polymer (engineering polymer, polycarbonate lens)
Use case profile
Best for
CampingGeneral nighttime useHands-free lighting
Work tasks requiring adjustable beamHands-free lightingUse with hard hatsNear and distance lighting
Common praise
Good value for moneyVersatile brightness levelsLong battery lifeGood build qualityIncludes convenient red light modes
Versatile lighting with adjustable spot and flood beamsRechargeable with backup battery optionComfortable, low-profile with tilting headDurable and dependable for work or outdoor use
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for a headlampUSB-C charging speed around 2h25m, slower than some prefer
USB AC adapter not includedRuntime is moderate, not very long for high modes
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