Comparison Console
Nitecore NU27 vs Olight Perun 2 Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 111% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Perun 2 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 163% 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$44.95Cheapest
US$95Most expensive
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Heaviest
54 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Longest
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1100 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cdLowest candela
5950 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
150 m (492 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minShortest runtime
9000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
Custom 650mAh 3.6V IMR16340 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
Magnetic USB charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Polycarbonate (PC)
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
EDCHeadlamp useWork around the houseWalking the dogCampsite tasks
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
Bright output for its sizeVersatile use as headlamp or handheld flashlightComfortable upgraded headbandMagnetic chargingMultiple power indicator colors
Common complaints
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
No listed common complaints in sources
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