Nitecore UT27 MCT vs Olight Perun 2 Mini
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight trail running headlamp with 800 lumens output and three color temperature options. USB-C rechargeable with 1500mAh battery pack.
Full details →Compact right-angle rechargeable headlamp with up to 1100 lumens, white and red light, and magnetic charging.
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Nitecore UT27 MCT vs Olight Perun 2 Mini: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Olight Perun 2 Mini wins — at 54 g it is 20 g (27%) lighter than the Nitecore UT27 MCT (74 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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