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Ledlenser HF6R Core vs Nitecore NU25 MCT UL

What HF6R Core does better (2) and where NU25 MCT UL wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF6R Core
Ledlenser · 2023HF6R Core
6.8Score
2 advantages≈ $40
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Nitecore NU25 MCT UL
Nitecore · 2025NU25 MCT UL
6.7Score
1 advantage≈ $40
6.5Brightness & throw5.1
5.6Battery & charging3.5
5.0Build & durability8.8
5.9Features5.9

Why is HF6R Core better than NU25 MCT UL?

  1. Maximum output800 lm vs 400 lm2×
  2. Maximum runtime60 h vs 45 h+33%

Why is NU25 MCT UL better than HF6R Core?

  1. Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx8+14%
Specifications

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Light output
Maximum output800 lm400 lm
Peak beam intensity—4,360 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—132 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs3—
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
Number of batteries—1
Battery capacity—700 mAh
Maximum runtime60 h45 h
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C charging—Yes
Charging time2.4 h—
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)IPx7IPx8
Submersible to—2 m
Body materialAluminiumPlastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight126 g—
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red lightYesYes
Lockout—Yes
Colours—Black
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