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Ledlenser HF8R Signature vs Nitecore NU43

What HF8R Signature does better (2) and where NU43 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser HF8R Signature
Ledlenser · 2023HF8R Signature
7.6Score
2 advantages≈ $105
vs
Nitecore NU43
Nitecore · 2023NU43
7.7Score
1 advantage≈ $65
Higher score
9.0Brightness & throw6.3
6.7Build & durability5.6
5.9Features5.9

Why is HF8R Signature better than NU43?

  1. Maximum output2,000 lm vs 1,400 lm+43%
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%

Why is NU43 better than HF8R Signature?

  1. Weight193 g vs 116 g+66%
Specifications

Side by side

Nitecore NU43Nitecore NU43≈ $657.7
Light output
Maximum output2,000 lm1,400 lm
Peak beam intensity—3,800 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—130 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Adjustable focus (zoom)Yes—
LED & beam
Colour rendering (CRI)70—
Battery & charging
Battery—18650 Li-ion
Battery capacity—3,400 mAh
Maximum runtime—165 h
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C charging—Yes
Charging time—2 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP68IP68
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx7
Submersible to—2 m
Body material—Aluminium
Size & weight
Weight193 g116 g
Modes & features
StrobeYes—
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red lightYesYes
Motion / reactive sensor—Yes
Lockout—Yes
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