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Nitecore NU43 vs Streamlight Double Clutch USB
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU43 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1020% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1020% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Double Clutch USB stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4614% 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$86.09Most expensive
US$80.95Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
114.25 g (4.03 oz)Lightest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)
Unknown
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
125 lmLowest output
Max candela
3800 cdHighest candela
1700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
82 m (269 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
210 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
USB rechargeable lithium polymer battery, 3x AAA alkaline or lithium batteries (backup)
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Impact-resistant polymer (engineering polymer, polycarbonate lens)
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
Work tasks requiring adjustable beamHands-free lightingUse with hard hatsNear and distance lighting
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
Versatile lighting with adjustable spot and flood beamsRechargeable with backup battery optionComfortable, low-profile with tilting headDurable and dependable for work or outdoor use
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
USB AC adapter not includedRuntime is moderate, not very long for high modes
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