Comparison Console
Nitecore NU25 UL vs Nitecore UT27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore UT27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 210% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 210% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 UL stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 7% 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$37
Unknown
Weight
45 g (1.59 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
60.1 mm (2.37 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
1029 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
64 m (210 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 650mAh Li-ion
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C (~1.5 hours)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
ABS plastic
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
Ultralight hikingBackpackingTrail runningAlpine climbingNighttime outdoor activities
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
Common praise
Exceptional lightweight at 45g with good outputVersatile dual-beam (spot and flood) optionsAccurate and long runtimes especially ultralow modeFast USB-C charging (~1.5 hours)Comfortable and secure lightweight strapIP66 weatherproofing for rugged outdoor useClear battery level indicators
Lightweight and comfortable for trail runningGood range and beam qualityThree selectable color temperatures for versatile outdoor useAuxiliary red light preserves night visionBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingDurable construction with good water and impact resistance
Common complaints
Red light mode is too bright and lacks dimming optionsNon-replaceable built-in battery limits long-term maintenanceUser interface is complex and requires reading the manualShock cord strap may not suit users preferring traditional padded bandsBattery capacity modest for extended multi-week trips
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
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