Nitecore NU25 MCT UL vs Nitecore NU25 UL
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultra-minimal 400-lumen USB-C rechargeable headlamp with dual white beam temperatures and red light; among the lightest performance headlamps available.
Dual-beam headlamp with white and red LEDs. Built-in rechargeable battery, IPX6 waterproof, and 400 lumens max output; ideal for ultralight hikers.
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Nitecore NU25 MCT UL vs Nitecore NU25 UL: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Nitecore NU25 MCT UL wins — at 47 g it is 1 g (2%) lighter than the Nitecore NU25 UL (48 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.
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