Nitecore HC65 vs Nitecore LR60
Quick take: The Nitecore LR60 costs $15 less; the Nitecore HC65 is brighter (1,750 vs 280 lm); the Nitecore HC65 throws farther (219m vs 45m); the Nitecore LR60 runs longer on high (6 vs 2 hrs).
| Spec | Nitecore HC65 | Nitecore LR60 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $55 | $40 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (1,200) | 4.3★ (600) |
| Type | Headlamp | Lantern |
| Lumens | 1,750 lm | 280 lm |
| Candela | 12,000 cd | 500 cd |
| Beam distance | 219m | 45m |
| Runtime | 2 hrs (high) | 6 hrs (medium) |
| Battery | 18650 | 18650 |
| LED | Luminus SST-40 + Red + High CRI | High CRI LED + UV |
| Beam type | Balanced | Flood |
| Modes | 5 Stepped | 4 Stepped |
| UI | Simple | Simple |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| CRI | 70 | 90 |
| Weight | 2.5 oz | 3.8 oz |
| Dimensions | 4.2 x 1.1 in | 4.5 x 2.0 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |