Two headlamps worth lining up side by side. The UT27 Pro takes a modest overall edge, led by brightness, but the HM50R V2.0 has its own case.
| Nitecore UT27 Pro | Fenix HM50R V2.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 79✓ | 75 |
| Max lumens | 800 lm✓ | 700 lm |
| Weight | 2.6 oz✓ | 2.8 oz |
| Beam distance | 183 m✓ | 115 m |
| Max runtime | n/s | 42 h |
| Price | $60 | $60 |
| Battery | Rechargeable | Hybrid |
| Water rating | IP66 | IP68 |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: UT27 Pro in blue, HM50R V2.0 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 UT27 Pro and Fenix HM50R V2.0 take different routes to the same job. The UT27 Pro wins on brightness and low weight, and the HM50R V2.0 pushes back on value.
The UT27 Pro is brighter (800 vs 700 lm), 4 g lighter, and a longer beam (183 vs 115 m). On the default GearScore the UT27 Pro leads 79 to 75.
Pick the UT27 Pro if you care most about brightness and low weight, which makes it the better call for your priorities. Pick the HM50R V2.0 if you would rather save the difference.
The Nitecore UT27 Pro. It is brighter (800 vs 700 lm) than the HM50R V2.0.
The Nitecore UT27 Pro. It is 4 g lighter than the HM50R V2.0.
The Nitecore UT27 Pro, 79 to 75 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the UT27 Pro for brightness, or the HM50R V2.0 for the price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.