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Ledlenser HF4 vs Nitecore NU25 MCT UL

What HF4 does better (1) and where NU25 MCT UL wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF4
Ledlenser · 2026HF4
1 advantage≈ $35
vs
Nitecore NU25 MCT UL
Nitecore · 2025NU25 MCT UL
7.2Score
0 advantages≈ $40
Higher score
5.6Brightness & throw5.8

Why is HF4 better than NU25 MCT UL?

  1. Maximum output450 lm vs 400 lm+12%

Why is NU25 MCT UL better than HF4?

NU25 MCT UL has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Light output
Maximum output450 lm400 lm
Peak beam intensity—4,360 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—132 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
Number of batteries—1
Battery capacity—700 mAh
Maximum runtime—45 h
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)—IPx8
Submersible to—2 m
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red light—Yes
Green / blue / RGB lightYes—
Lockout—Yes
Colours—Black
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