Comparison Console
Nitecore NU33 vs Nitecore UT27
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore UT27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU33 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 914% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 914% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU33 stands out as the longest option for length, 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$49.95
Unknown
Weight
95.5 g (3.37 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
62.3 mm (2.45 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
700 lmLowest output
800 lmHighest output
Max candela
4578 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
135 m (443 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
8820 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2000mAh Li-ion battery
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x 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
PC and aluminum metal materials
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningTrekkingHikingCampingOutdoor adventuresEmergency lighting
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designMultiple lighting modes with high CRI optionLong maximum runtime of up to 147 hours on low modeUSB-C fast charging with approximately 1.5 hours charge timeComfortable to wear with adjustable headband and stable fitGood quality construction with durable materialsLockout mode prevents accidental activation
Lightweight and comfortable for trail runningGood range and beam qualityThree selectable color temperatures for versatile outdoor useAuxiliary red light preserves night visionBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingDurable construction with good water and impact resistance
Common complaints
Sealed non-user replaceable batteryRed mode lacks low output levelIP66 rating less than some higher-grade headlampsNo PWM in LED driver, but this is generally positiveLimited tilt adjustment (only downward about 75 degrees)
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
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