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Klarus HM1 vs Nitecore NU20 Classic

What HM1 does better (1) and where NU20 Classic wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Klarus HM1
Klarus · 2024HM1
5.8Score
1 advantage≈ $25
vs
Nitecore NU20 Classic
Nitecore · 2024NU20 Classic
6.4Score
2 advantages≈ $25
Higher score
5.0Brightness & throw4.4
6.4Battery & charging6.5

Why is HM1 better than NU20 Classic?

  1. Maximum output440 lm vs 360 lm+22%

Why is NU20 Classic better than HM1?

  1. Weight70 g vs 38 g+84%
  2. Maximum runtime70 h vs 97 h+39%
Specifications

Side by side

Klarus HM1Klarus HM1≈ $255.8
Light output
Maximum output440 lm360 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)100 m—
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Number of batteries1—
Battery capacity1,800 mAh—
Maximum runtime70 h97 h
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)—IPx6
Body materialPlastic / polymer—
Size & weight
Weight70 g38 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red light—Yes
Lockout—Yes
ColoursBlackBlack
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