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Nitecore NU45 vs SureFire Maximus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 622% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire Maximus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 5633% 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$65Cheapest
US$469Most expensive
Weight
126 g (4.44 oz)Lightest
195 g (6.88 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
108.6 mm (4.28 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1000 lmLowest output
Max candela
7426 cdHighest candela
4100 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
172 m (564 ft)Highest
128 m (420 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
5160 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
Integrated lithium-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C Fast Charging
Wall AC and car DC chargers included
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Magnesium body
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingWorkHiking
Hands-free outdoor illuminationCaving and mountain adventuresAdjustable lighting needs
Common praise
High brightness with multiple lighting modesLong runtime on low settingsFast USB-C chargingLightweight and comfortable to wearDurable with high waterproof and impact resistance ratings
Adjustable output dial easy to use with glovesComfortable no-chafe headband and moisture-wicking forehead padRobust magnesium construction and reliable battery life
Common complaints
No explicit complaints in provided sources
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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