Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 vs Nitecore NU50
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight headlamp under 2 ounces with 360 lumens output, 500 mAh battery, and USB charging. Best value ultralight headlamp option at $25.
Full details →USB-C rechargeable headlamp with up to 1400 lumens, dual white/red LEDs and a built-in 5000mAh 21700 battery, rated IP68 with 130m throw.
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Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 vs Nitecore NU50: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 wins — at 37 g it is 109 g (75%) lighter than the Nitecore NU50 (146 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.