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Nitecore NU27 vs Nitecore UT27 Pro

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore UT27 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Nitecore NU27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 293% 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.

Nitecore NU27 — Beam distance: 123 m (404 ft)Nitecore NU27 — Max candela: 3705 cdNitecore NU27 — Weight: 56 g (1.98 oz)Nitecore NU27 — Length: 65.5 mm (2.58 in)Nitecore NU27 — Retail price: US$44.95Nitecore NU27 — Max lumens: 600 lmNitecore UT27 Pro — Beam distance: 168 m (551 ft)Nitecore UT27 Pro — Max candela: 7124 cdNitecore UT27 Pro — Weight: 74 g (2.61 oz)Nitecore UT27 Pro — Length: 56 mm (2.20 in)Nitecore UT27 Pro — Retail price: US$59.95Nitecore UT27 Pro — Max lumens: 800 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$44.95Cheapest
US$59.95Most expensive
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
74 g (2.61 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
1 x HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery pack (1500 mAh) or 3 x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Polycarbonate (PC)
Polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
Trail runningHikingCampingNight runningEmergency lightingTrekking
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable at 56 gramsMultiple color temperatures for varied lighting needsGood beam distance of 123 metersLong maximum runtime of 57 hoursUSB-C onboard chargingDurable with IP66 rating and impact resistance 1 meterVersatile with clip for cap or backpack use
Lightweight and comfortable for trail runningThree color temperature options with high CRI for different environmentsRechargeable battery with USB-C and AAA battery compatibilityIP66 waterproof and dustproof ratingEasy to use dual switch interfaceGood battery life and power indicator
Common complaints
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
Limited beam distance for some tactical usesImpact resistance only up to 1 meterSome users may prefer higher max lumen output

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