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Nitecore UT27 vs Sofirn D25S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn D25S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn D25S stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore UT27 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 918% 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
Unknown
US$19
Weight
74 g (2.61 oz)Lightest
122 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Length
56 mm (2.20 in)Shortest
85.8 mm (3.38 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
7124 cdHighest candela
700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
168 m (551 ft)Highest
53 m (174 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
870 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
HLB1500 rechargeable Li-ion battery (1500mAh) with USB-C charging port; also compatible with 3x AAA batteries
18650
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IPX6
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Durable polycarbonate (PC)
Aluminum Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Trail runningNight runningTrekkingHikingCampingEmergency lighting
CampingRunningHikingGeneral outdoor activitiesHeadlamp useLight painting when removed from headband
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortable for trail runningGood range and beam qualityThree selectable color temperatures for versatile outdoor useAuxiliary red light preserves night visionBuilt-in rechargeable battery with USB-C chargingDurable construction with good water and impact resistance
Affordable price for featuresGood beam quality with artifact-free hotspotSimple and effective user interfaceComfortable headband without top strapRechargeable with USB-C portFunctional red and white LEDsEffective thermal regulation and low voltage protection
Common complaints
Not designed for maximum lumens output compared to some other headlampsSome users may prefer longer runtime on highest mode
Build quality is described as sub-par with shallow unlubricated threadsSwitch placement on side instead of top may reduce ergonomicsSlightly heavy for runningNo pocket clip, magnet, or lanyard included for handheld use
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