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Nitecore HC75 UHE vs Nitecore NU40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore HC75 UHE stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% 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$99.95Most expensive
US$61Cheapest
Weight
209 g (7.37 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
92.4 mm (3.64 in)Longest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
9216 cdHighest candela
2700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
192 m (630 ft)Highest
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5040 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery (5500mAh)
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C with 18W fast charging
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
PC and aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Work and industrial useNight operationsSearch and rescueOutdoor adventuresExtended runtime needs
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Common praise
Powerful high output and long beam distanceVersatile stepless e-focus adjustmentLong runtime with replaceable high-capacity batteryDurable build with excellent waterproof and impact resistanceConvenient USB-C fast charging and battery level indicator
Lightweight and compact designHigh maximum output with uniform beamLong runtime especially on low modesUSB-C fast rechargeableDurable construction with good heat dissipationMultiple brightness levels and special modes including red light for night vision preservation
Common complaints
Relatively heavy compared to smaller headlampsMay be bulky for ultralight EDC users
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
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