Fenix HP25R V2.0 vs Nitecore NU33 size comparison
The Nitecore NU33 is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix HP25R V2.0, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore NU33 is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Fenix HP25R V2.0, and 3 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HP25R V2.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore NU33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 60 mm (2.36 in) | 62 mm (2.44 in)+2 mm |
| Height | 33 mm (1.30 in) | 36 mm (1.42 in)+3 mm |
| Thickness | 47 mm (1.85 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 238 g with battery and headband | 96 g listed |
| Battery | 21700 | Built-in |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 700 lm |
| Throw | 228 m | 135 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Lamp unit only; separate battery case 99 x 41 x 39.5 mm | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 62 x 46 x 36 mm |
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HP25R V2.0 vs NU33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix HP25R V2.0 is 3 mm slimmer (33 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HP25R V2.0: 238 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Nitecore NU33, 129% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP25R V2.0 reaches further: 228 m vs 135 m rated throw (69% more).
Battery
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore NU33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HP25R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HP25R V2.0 if you want a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower), more output (1,600 lm vs 700 lm), longer throw (228 m vs 135 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore NU33 if you want a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HP25R V2.0 Check price ↗ Nitecore NU33
HP25R V2.0 vs NU33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HP25R V2.0 or the Nitecore NU33?
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix HP25R V2.0 is 3 mm slimmer (33 vs 36 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HP25R V2.0: 238 g with battery and headband; Nitecore NU33: 96 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HP25R V2.0 or the Nitecore NU33?
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 is rated brighter: 1,600 lm maximum vs 700 lm for the Nitecore NU33, 129% more. For beam distance the Fenix HP25R V2.0 reaches further: 228 m vs 135 m rated throw (69% more).
Do the Fenix HP25R V2.0 and Nitecore NU33 use the same battery?
The Fenix HP25R V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Nitecore NU33 runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix HP25R V2.0 lets you swap in a charged spare.