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Nitecore NU40 vs Nitecore NU43
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU43 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 41% 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$61Cheapest
US$86.09Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)
116 g (4.09 oz)
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)
79.8 mm (3.14 in)
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1400 lmHighest output
Max candela
2700 cdLowest candela
3800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
130 m (427 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minShortest runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB-C (5V 2A)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Use case profile
Best for
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designHigh maximum output with uniform beamLong runtime especially on low modesUSB-C fast rechargeableDurable construction with good heat dissipationMultiple brightness levels and special modes including red light for night vision preservation
Lightweight and comfortable for extended wearBright max output with dual beam flood and spotLong runtime with high-capacity 18650 batteryDurable construction and excellent waterproofingConvenient USB-C charging and fast charge timeIntelligent light sensor for obstacle avoidanceMultiple brightness levels and modes including red light and beacon
Common complaints
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
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