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Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 vs Nitecore UT27 MCT

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

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Spec Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 Nitecore UT27 MCT
Weight 37 g · 0.037 kg · 0.08 lb
bracket and headband included
 74 g · 0.074 kg · 0.16 lb
as listed, incl. bracket, headband and battery
Brand Nitecore Nitecore
Category Lighting Lighting
Nitecore NU20 Classic 360
37 g

Ultralight headlamp under 2 ounces with 360 lumens output, 500 mAh battery, and USB charging. Best value ultralight headlamp option at $25.

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Nitecore UT27 MCT
74 g

Ultralight trail running headlamp with 800 lumens output and three color temperature options. USB-C rechargeable with 1500mAh battery pack.

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Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 vs Nitecore UT27 MCT: which should you buy?

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