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Nitecore NU43 vs Nitecore P10i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU43 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 230% 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$86.09Cheapest
US$104Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
3800 cdLowest candela
21100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
290 m (951 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
Common praise
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
High maximum output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
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