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Nextorch iStar vs Nitecore NU25 MCT UL

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

Nextorch iStar
Nextorch · 2025iStar
6.2Score
1 advantage≈ $45
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Nitecore NU25 MCT UL
Nitecore · 2025NU25 MCT UL
7.1Score
2 advantages≈ $40
Higher score
4.5Brightness & throw5.4
7.5Build & durability8.8

Why is iStar better than NU25 MCT UL?

  1. Maximum output450 lm vs 400 lm+12%

Why is NU25 MCT UL better than iStar?

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

Side by side

Nextorch iStarNextorch iStar≈ $456.2
Light output
Maximum output450 lm400 lm
Peak beam intensity—4,360 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)80 m132 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)IPx8IPx8
Submersible to1.5 m2 m
Body material—Plastic / polymer
Modes & features
SOS / beacon—Yes
Red light—Yes
Lockout—Yes
Colours—Black
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