Comparison Console
Nitecore LA30 vs Nitecore NU40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore LA30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 114% 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$39.95Cheapest
US$61Most expensive
Weight
117 g (4.13 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
75.2 mm (2.96 in)Shortest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
250 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
96 cdLowest candela
2700 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
19.6 m (64 ft)Lowest
100 m (328 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3360 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery or 2 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
Charging type
Micro-USB charging
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Polycarbonate (body)
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
CampingFishingEmergency lightingGeneral outdoor useHands-free lighting
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Common praise
Dual power options provide versatility and reliable backupHigh CRI LEDs offer good color rendering and reduce eye strainLong runtime up to 56 hours on lowIP66 rating provides good water and dust resistanceCompact size with magnetic base and hanging loop for versatile placementGood battery charge indication and advanced power cut-off for battery preservation
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
Size and weight not ideal for backpackingCharging port does not charge AA batteries if installedNo way to disable bright green charge complete indicator light
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
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