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Nitecore NU43 vs Wurkkos HD20
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 11% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 76% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU43 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 53% 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$48.99Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3800 cdLowest candela
8050 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
179.4 m (589 ft)Highest
Max runtime
9900 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion battery (3400mAh)
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Stamped aluminum alloy front housing, special PC plastic rear housing
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingPatrolIndustrial maintenanceEmergency lightingOutdoor activities
Outdoor activitiesCampingHands-free illuminationProfessional use
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
Strong build quality and solid constructionDual emitters provide flexible lighting optionsUSB-C onboard charging with included 21700 batteryGood value for price under $50 with included batteryConvenient magnetic tailcap and clip for retention
Common complaints
Turbo mode limited to 30 secondsHigh sensitivity of light sensor may vary depending on environment
Relatively heavy for a headlamp at 130 grams without batteryFloodlight mode less powerful compared to spot emitterTop switch placement can make headstanding unstableSome users may find the included strap non-removable
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