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Nitecore HC65 V2 vs SureFire Maximus
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 41% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 385% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC65 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus 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 53233% 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$96.75Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
114.5 g (4.04 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
90.8 mm (3.57 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1750 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
165 m (541 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion (3.6V)
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters waterproof and submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HAIII military grade hard-anodized finish
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
CampingGeneral nighttime useHands-free lighting
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
Good value for moneyVersatile brightness levelsLong battery lifeGood build qualityIncludes convenient red light modes
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
Slightly heavy for a headlampUSB-C charging speed around 2h25m, slower than some prefer
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 195 gramsCharging port protective cap may be flimsyBattery pack design protrudes and can hit objects
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