Comparison Console
Nitecore NU40 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 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 728% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 728% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 42% 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$61
Unknown
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Longest
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
800 lmLowest output
Max candela
2700 cdLowest candela
7124 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
168 m (551 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
870 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
Use case profile
Best for
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
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 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
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
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