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Nitecore NU25 MCT vs Nitecore NU40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU25 MCT 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 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU25 MCT 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 NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 132% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 167% 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
50 g (1.76 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
1000 lmHighest output
Max candela
4351 cdHighest candela
2700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
PC
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor adventuresEmergency lightingUltra lightweight outdoor lighting
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable with 50g weight including bracket and headbandMultiple color temperatures for versatile lightingLong maximum runtime up to 45 hours on ultralow modeUSB-C charging with fast recharge time (~75 minutes)Durable with IP66 waterproof and 1 meter impact resistanceIntuitive dual button interface for easy operation even with glovesLockout mode for safe transport
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
Limited impact resistance to 1 meterBeam distance moderate compared to high power flashlights
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
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