Nitecore HC65 UHE vs Nitecore NU25 UL size comparison
The Nitecore NU25 UL is 29 mm (1.14 in) shorter than the Nitecore HC65 UHE, and 21 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore NU25 UL is 29 mm (1.14 in) shorter than the Nitecore HC65 UHE, and 21 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore HC65 UHE Check price ↗ | Nitecore NU25 UL Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 89 mm (3.50 in) | 60 mm (2.36 in)−29 mm |
| Height | 46 mm (1.81 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−21 mm |
| Thickness | 42 mm (1.65 in) | 37 mm (1.46 in)−5 mm |
| Weight | 152 g listed | 56 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 | Built-in |
| Max output | 2,000 lm | 400 lm |
| Throw | 222 m | 64 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Price | from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $36.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 89 x 42 x 46 mm | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 60 x 37 x 25 mm |
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HC65 UHE vs NU25 UL: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore NU25 UL is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 89 mm (3.50 in), a difference of 29 mm (33%). At its widest point the Nitecore NU25 UL is 21 mm slimmer (25 vs 46 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed; Nitecore NU25 UL: 56 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 400 lm for the Nitecore NU25 UL, 400% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 64 m rated throw (247% more).
Battery
The Nitecore HC65 UHE runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore NU25 UL runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore HC65 UHE lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore HC65 UHE was from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore NU25 UL from $36.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore NU25 UL cost $53.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore HC65 UHE if you want more output (2,000 lm vs 400 lm), longer throw (222 m vs 64 m) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore NU25 UL if you want a shorter light (29 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (21 mm narrower) and 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.
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HC65 UHE vs NU25 UL FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore HC65 UHE or the Nitecore NU25 UL?
The Nitecore NU25 UL is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 89 mm (3.50 in), a difference of 29 mm (33%). At its widest point the Nitecore NU25 UL is 21 mm slimmer (25 vs 46 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed; Nitecore NU25 UL: 56 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore HC65 UHE or the Nitecore NU25 UL?
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 400 lm for the Nitecore NU25 UL, 400% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 64 m rated throw (247% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore HC65 UHE or the Nitecore NU25 UL?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore HC65 UHE was from $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore NU25 UL from $36.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore NU25 UL cost $53.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore HC65 UHE and Nitecore NU25 UL use the same battery?
The Nitecore HC65 UHE runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore NU25 UL runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore HC65 UHE lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore HC65 UHE: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $89.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore NU25 UL: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price from $36.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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