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Nitecore NU20 Classic vs TFA Dostmann Lumatec Free

What NU20 Classic does better (2) and where Lumatec Free wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Nitecore NU20 Classic
Nitecore · 2024NU20 Classic
5.9Score
2 advantages≈ $25
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TFA Dostmann Lumatec Free
TFA Dostmann · 2024Lumatec Free
5.5Score
1 advantage≈ $17
3.8Brightness & throw2.8
6.2Battery & charging3.8
6.8Build & durability9.4

Why is NU20 Classic better than Lumatec Free?

  1. Weight38 g vs 72 g+89%
  2. Maximum output360 lm vs 350 lm+3%

Why is Lumatec Free better than NU20 Classic?

  1. Water protection (IPx)IPx6 vs IPx8+33%
Specifications

Side by side

Light output
Maximum output360 lm350 lm
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)—50 m
Light sourceLEDCOB LED panel
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Battery capacity—1,200 mAh
Maximum runtime97 h—
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C chargingYesYes
Battery level indicatorYes—
Build & durability
Protection ratingIP66—
Water protection (IPx)IPx6IPx8
Submersible to—2 m
Size & weight
Weight38 g72 g
Modes & features
SOS / beaconYes—
Red lightYes—
LockoutYes—
Colours—Black
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