Fenix HP35R vs Nitecore UT27 MCT
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Professional-grade rechargeable headlamp with 4000 max lumens, 500-yard throw, power bank function, and 12 lighting modes including spotlight and floodlight
Ultralight trail running headlamp with 800 lumens output and three color temperature options. USB-C rechargeable with 1500mAh battery pack.
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Fenix HP35R vs Nitecore UT27 MCT: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore UT27 MCT wins — at 74 g it is 359 g (83%) lighter than the Fenix HP35R (433 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest lighting page, or browse the full gear weight database.