Comparison Console
Nitecore NU43 vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU43 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 82% 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.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 445% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus 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.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 10900% 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$469Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
3800 cdLowest candela
4100 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
9900 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Trail RunningNight RunningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial MaintenanceEmergency LightingOutdoor Activities
Hands Free Outdoor IlluminationCaving And Mountain AdventuresAdjustable Lighting Needs
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
Adjustable Output Dial Easy To Use With GlovesComfortable No Chafe Headband And Moisture Wicking Forehead PadRobust Magnesium Construction And Reliable Battery Life
Common complaints
Turbo Mode Limited To 30 SecondsHigh Sensitivity Of Light Sensor May Vary Depending On Environment
Relatively Heavy For A Headlamp At 195 GramsCharging Port Protective Cap May Be FlimsyBattery Pack Design Protrudes And Can Hit Objects
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