Comparison Console
Nitecore NU25 vs Streamlight Septor
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Septor stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 232% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Septor stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1186% 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$36Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Shortest
68.6 mm (2.70 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmHighest output
120 lmLowest output
Max candela
4351 cdHighest candela
900 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
60 m (197 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2700 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
AAA alkaline
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP66
IPX4
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
Co-molded rubber body, thermoplastic housing
Use case profile
Best for
Ultralight thru-hikersBackpackersTrail runners
Up close work and tasks at arm's lengthDetailed work
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
Soft flood light suitable for close workLong battery runtime especially on low modesDurable and impact resistant designEasy to use recessed push-button switch
Common complaints
Multiple colors and modes can be confusing to operate
Not suitable for long distance illuminationBeam intensity is moderate compared to higher output headlamps
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