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Nitecore NU45 vs Wurkkos HD20
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Wurkkos HD20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU45 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 54% 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$65Most expensive
US$48.99Cheapest
Weight
126 g (4.44 oz)Lightest
130 g (4.59 oz)Heaviest
Length
79 mm (3.11 in)Shortest
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
2000 lmHighest output
Max candela
7426 cdLowest candela
8050 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
172 m (564 ft)Lowest
179.4 m (589 ft)Highest
Max runtime
5160 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 4000mAh 18650 Li-ion Battery
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C Fast Charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
PC material with aluminum alloy front housing
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Night runningOutdoor adventuresCampingWorkHiking
Outdoor activitiesCampingHands-free illuminationProfessional use
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
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
No explicit complaints in provided sources
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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