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Nitecore NU25 vs Nitecore TIP SE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIP SE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11% 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$37Most expensive
US$34.95Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
26.1 g (0.92 oz)Lightest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)
60 mm (2.36 in)
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
700 lmHighest output
Max candela
4351 cdHighest candela
2100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
98 m (322 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
3000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Ultralight Thru HikersBackpackersTrail Runners
Everyday CarryUrban PreparednessTactical Quick AccessEmergency Use
Common praise
Lightweight And ComfortableMultiple Color Temperature OptionsGood Beam Distance And Brightness For Size And WeightReliable With USB C Recharge And Battery IndicatorVersatile Output Modes Including Red Light And SOS
High Output Brightness Of 700 Lumens In A Very Compact Keychain SizeUSB C Fast Charging With Visible Charge IndicatorDual LED Design Improves Brightness And Beam UniformityLightweight And Durable Aluminum Alloy Body With Ip54 RatingLong Runtime On Low Mode Up To ~50 Hours
Common complaints
Multiple Colors And Modes Can Be Confusing To Operate
Limited Impact Resistance To 1 MeterNo Replaceable Battery (built In Only)Splash Resistant But Not Fully Waterproof
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