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Nitecore NU25 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Ledlenser HF6R Core is cheaper at $77.95. Every spec and price links to its source.

Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Nitecore NU25 Ledlenser HF6R Core
US price $77.95
BrandNitecoreLedlenser
Released
Max lumens 360 800
Max beam distance meters 81 160
Runtime max hrs 160 60
Weight grams 51 126
Battery type built-in-li-ion built-in-li-ion
Battery capacity (mAh) 2000
Recharge port micro-usb magnetic
Waterproof rating IP66 IP68
Red light Yes Yes
Reactive lighting No No
Beam type adjustable-focus

Sources — Nitecore NU25: nitecore.co.uk (verified 2026-07-11). Ledlenser HF6R Core: ledlenserusa.com (verified 2026-07-11).

What's the difference between the Nitecore NU25 and Ledlenser HF6R Core?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Max lumens: Nitecore NU25 360 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core 800
  • Max beam distance meters: Nitecore NU25 81 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core 160
  • Runtime max hrs: Nitecore NU25 160 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core 60
  • Weight grams: Nitecore NU25 51 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core 126
  • Recharge port: Nitecore NU25 micro-usb vs Ledlenser HF6R Core magnetic
  • Waterproof rating: Nitecore NU25 IP66 vs Ledlenser HF6R Core IP68

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