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Nextorch iStar vs Nitecore NU25 MCT

What iStar does better (2) and where NU25 MCT wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Nextorch iStar
Nextorch · 2025iStar
6.2Score
2 advantages≈ $45
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Nitecore NU25 MCT
Nitecore · 2025NU25 MCT
6.0Score
2 advantages≈ $40
4.5Brightness & throw5.4
7.5Build & durability5.6

Why is iStar better than NU25 MCT?

  1. Maximum output450 lm vs 400 lm+12%
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx6+33%

Why is NU25 MCT better than iStar?

  1. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m vs 132 m+65%
  2. Submersible to1.5 m vs 2 m+33%
Specifications

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Nextorch iStarNextorch iStar≈ $456.2
Light output
Maximum output450 lm400 lm
Peak beam intensity—4,351 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m132 m
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
Number of LEDs—2
Colour temperature—3,000K
Adjustable colour temperature—Yes
Battery & charging
Battery capacity—700 mAh
Maximum runtime—45 h
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C charging—Yes
Charging time—1 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP66
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx6
Submersible to1.5 m2 m
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Size & weight
Weight—50 g
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red light—Yes
Lockout—Yes
Colours—Black, White
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