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Nitecore NU27 vs ThruNite TH01
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TH01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TH01 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5600% 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$49.99Most expensive
Weight
56 g (1.98 oz)Lightest
79 g (2.79 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)Shortest
67 mm (2.64 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1500 lmHighest output
Max candela
3705 cdLowest candela
4935 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
123 m (404 ft)Lowest
140.5 m (461 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3420 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 850mAh Li-ion
1x 18350 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro USB onboard charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
Unknown
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Polycarbonate (PC)
Anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
CampingHikingTrail runningNight runningOutdoor adventuresFoggy and rainy environmentsEDC (Everyday Carry)
CampingHousehold useEDCHeadlamp 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
Good build quality and anodized aluminum constructionNeutral white or cool white LED optionsWide beam angle with large hotspot and good spillStraightforward and simple UIGood thermal management and regulated brightnessLow voltage protection with indicatorIncluded quality accessories such as headstrap and charging cable
Common complaints
Lack of memory function—resets to lowest neutral light when powered offBeam has some flare-like artifacts not ideal for flood lighting
Micro USB port recessed, causing poor connection with standard cablesTurbo mode runtime is short (around 5 minutes before stepdown)Charging current is conservative, leading to longer charge times
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