Two headlamps worth lining up side by side. The NU25 UL takes a modest overall edge, led by low weight, but the Range 400 has its own case.
| Nitecore NU25 UL | BioLite Range 400 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 82✓ | 74 |
| Max lumens | 400 lm | 400 lm |
| Weight | 1.6 oz✓ | 2.6 oz |
| Beam distance | 132 m✓ | 90 m |
| Max runtime | 160 h | 200 h |
| Price | $37✓ | $60 |
| Battery | Rechargeable | Rechargeable |
| Water rating | IP66 | IP67 |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: NU25 UL in blue, Range 400 in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. Runtime is shown for context and is not scored, since makers publish it at different brightness levels. GearScore is the overall rating (0 to 100); re-weight it on the full headlamp comparison. Prices are current MSRP.
The Nitecore NU25 UL and BioLite Range 400 take different routes to the same job. The NU25 UL wins on low weight and longer throw, and the Range 400 pushes back on value.
The NU25 UL is 29 g lighter, a longer beam (132 vs 90 m), and $23 cheaper. On the default GearScore the NU25 UL leads 82 to 74.
Pick the NU25 UL if you care most about low weight and longer throw, which makes it the better call for counting grams on long miles. Pick the Range 400 if you would rather save the difference.
The Nitecore NU25 UL. It is 29 g lighter than the Range 400.
The Nitecore NU25 UL. It is a longer beam (132 vs 90 m) than the Range 400.
The Nitecore NU25 UL, 82 to 74 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the NU25 UL for low weight, or the Range 400 for the price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.