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Ledlenser HF7R vs Nitecore UT27 MB

What HF7R does better (3) and where UT27 MB wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF7R
Ledlenser · 2026HF7R
7.9Score
3 advantages≈ $90
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Nitecore UT27 MB
Nitecore · 2026UT27 MB
7.8Score
0 advantages≈ $70
8.2Brightness & throw6.7
5.0Battery & charging3.9
5.9Features5.9

Why is HF7R better than UT27 MB?

  1. Maximum runtime60 h vs 21 h2.9×
  2. Maximum output1,200 lm vs 800 lm+50%
  3. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)210 m vs 168 m+25%

Why is UT27 MB better than HF7R?

UT27 MB has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Ledlenser HF7RLedlenser HF7R≈ $907.9
Light output
Maximum output1,200 lm800 lm
Peak beam intensity—7,124 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)210 m168 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—2
Colour rendering (CRI)—98
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
Battery—AAA
Battery capacity—1,500 mAh
Maximum runtime60 h21 h
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C chargingYesYes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Also runs on AA/AAA/CR123A—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)—IPx6
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body materialAluminium—
Pocket clip—Yes
Size & weight
Weight—74 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red lightYesYes
Lockout—Yes
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