Nitecore NU50 vs Petzl Nao RL
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
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 NU50 vs Petzl Nao RL: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Petzl Nao RL wins — at 145 g it is 1 g (1%) 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.
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