Comparison Console
Nitecore NU25 MCT vs Sofirn SP40
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 200% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 MCT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 389% 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$39.95Most expensive
US$36Cheapest
Weight
50 g (1.76 oz)Lightest
93 g (3.28 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
4351 cdLowest candela
4520 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Lowest
136 m (446 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
13200 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
1x18650 Li-Ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Night RunningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor AdventuresEmergency LightingUltra Lightweight Outdoor Lighting
CampingHikingIndustrial UseClose Range WorkBudget Headlamp Use
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
High Lumen Output For PriceGood Beam Quality With Cree Xp L LED And Op ReflectorLightweight And Comfortable HeadbandDurable Aluminum Construction With Good WaterproofingMagnetic Tailcap For Hands Free UseLow Voltage Protection To Safeguard Battery
Common complaints
Limited Impact Resistance To 1 MeterBeam Distance Moderate Compared To High Power Flashlights
Lack Of A Moonlight ModeHeadband Loops Are Somewhat TightClip Could Be Deeper To Improve BalanceNo USB C Charging (uses Micro USB)
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