@@tyronewalker5764 I gave it to my sister and she loves it, and she's pretty fussy with lights so I take that as a good sign. If you can handle the bit of extra weight it's a nice light
Wait did it drop down from 2700 lumens after only 40 seconds??? 9:17 Did you mean 40 minutes instead of seconds? I thought it is supposed to run for 45 minutes at 2700 lumens? According to the manual. Then the video says 10 minutes at 800 lumens! Its supposed to run for 3 hours at 800L. Im trying to buy a powerful headlamp so if you could confirm for me please?
@@Metalhead-4life How could 2700lm run for 40 minutes! Impossible unless there was some active cooling. They quote the max theoretical run time at Turbo, some makers show the drop down time, some are doing it more so that people are not misled. There is no way to get long run times and high power output above say 500-600lm without the power dropping down, just a reality of things
I practically use this HC35 daily doing field service work on pumps and electric motors. It is by far the best head lamp I have ever used and seemingly the best head lamp available on the market. It’s likely a bit too heavy most folks who may not require so much lighting. However, if you require a significant amount of light for a prolonged about of time as I do, it is quite invaluable. I have multiple back up batteries, head straps and even entire units at all times so I never have to be caught without it.
The larger body no doubt helps hold a higher output, longer run times that is. A bit more than the 18650 models, yet as you say the weight with the battery might put some off. I expect an update to this one perhaps in 2023, type C and a few other tweaks. Glad you find it useful
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time. Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw. Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good. Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome.
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
I literally use my HC33 daily with a 3500 mha battery and absolutely love it. These things a beast but giving the right mission, it could be a great fit for some.
I get on pretty well with the HC33, I gave it to a friend who wanted a bit more range. It's fairly small and they also added a lens to clip onto it for wider beam. It's a solid light IMO
I bought 2 of these. I was impressed by the first one that I ordered the second one a day after. A little heavier than my old light but it had no problem running for hours. The second light will be a work light. It is those short emergency jobs that I need an area light. And this is light is powerful and I can carry in my pocket. Compared to all the other area lights that I wasted money on, this is the best one ever.
I quite like it just depends if you find 21700 the extra size/weight an issue. For some I think an 18650 light might work better for long term wearing (ie hours). For others maybe it's not a problem
Mr Baz Reviews After about 15 minutes I forget about the weight on my helmet. I think it is more of a balance problem. But shifting it around helps minimize it. And a rear light helps
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
@@alehh_novaes Unfortunately I can only compare if I have the product, and Thrunite are hit and miss for sending in review items. Sometimes it's just not possible. Most makers won't even send in lights Nitecore do sometimes, the odd time Jetbeam do and that's about it really. I doubt you'd notice the output difference between the Nitecore and Thrunite beam maybe but lumens only big jumps show.
@@MrBazReviews this is sad, i am looking for the best cost benefit in terms of performance, battery consumption, more so I calculated the TH30 thrunite and uses more lumens and discharges more slowly
Great review and love the TIR lens on the skilhunt h03 and surprised to see it on a new nitecore! Depending on price might get it as I find l shaped lights extremely useful.
They are def going for big spread, not so much range. Guess it depends on what people want. The HC33 has more range and they added a lens to put over the front for a wider beam (the add on lens I've not looked at)
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
I know I'm late on this video but I just got one today. I was trying to find out about the different batteries. Do any of them improve performance? I almost bought the 5000ma battery but I'm assuming that's just for extended life right? I noticed in the instructions that 2 batteries will give the light over 6 volts while the one that comes with it is only 4. So do they brighten the light or just extended the batteries? What's the advantages? Thanks!
I'd forget about 16340 bar back up use, yes the voltage is higher but it can't handle the current. As shown onscreen with the user manual, Turbo is not available with 16340 cells
I may be interested in this, but I need to feel the weight while it's on my head to get an idea. What I do like is, the way it attaches to the head strap. My Olight H2R Nova is a bit of pain when you need to swivel the light up or down. I bought the Acebeam H30 and that was even worse! It was almost impossible to move the light up or down without taking it out of the head strap. I sent it back in the end as I think that was a fundamental flaw. Good review as always!
They got the clip right it's rock solid no flapping around at all it stays there (was wondering about this before it turned up). Holds position well with the texturing pattern. Weight yes I notice the difference v an 18650 - so I put the weights up there so folks can see if it's what they want. Depends I suppose if you need that larger battery, the HC33 is a decent smaller option if you're not fussed about built in charging
Needs to be mentioned, the 2700lm beam can only be on for about 30 secs before the heat cut off circuit damp down the beam to 800lm and down again if the head doesn't cool off enough.
am i understanding this correctly? after only 10 minutes on 800lm it stepped down? im looking for a good nighttime headlamp for high speed E scooter riding (even on the highway) and the 800 lumens for 3 hours seems pretty good, but if it steps down to 270lm after only 10 minutes then thats not gonna work. would you recommend this light for that use or could you recommend a better option? basically im looking for long consistent run time with a decent brightness level like 800lm or higher.
The problem is small size head torch, and heat = step down. It's unavoidable, you might try some of the larger ones, though that will add weight. You'll get a bit more, but not likely to get 800lm output The focus on this is better suited for distance, some of the head torches are very spread out beam
@@MrBazReviews i was just looking at the Fenix HP25R V2.0 Headlamp and it has a battery pack on the back of the head instead of inside the light at the front. is overheating and stepping down still an issue with lights designed like that? i cant find any info about if this model steps down or not, but id assume it does. thanks for your help mate
I'd think the flow of air over the front of the headlamp while riding would help dissipate the heat build up considerably to prevent stepdown compared to just being stationary. I've got a skillhunt h04rc I've had for a couple of years I've been quite happy with. It's only rated for 1000 lumens but it has 4 thinner fins using more of the head surface which I think might be better to dissipate heat than 2 compacted chunky fins so I don't notice lumen drop at all even while stationary. .
Ordered one will do a comparison with my hc33/ zebralight 600/ skilhunt and wizard pro. Weight wise its only alittle heavier than my nitecore hc50 ( without battery mind) so i dont think it will be too heavy i think people that never wear anything heavier than a beenie find it weighty but if you wear a helmet all day not a biggy
I think it works as a "work light", ie with a hard hat pretty well, plus the silicone band will grip it For those who don't need the higher output/longer run times, or use smaller head lights - they will def notice the weight
My example the ATR only make the light step down after 30sec! My hc33 will step down then step back up once it has cooled. Even when its actively cooled ( under water) it still just steps down to what looks like 800ish lm so my question is what does yours do once its actively cooled?
I got this unit end of Dec of 2019 LOVED it used it often I own over 11 of this company. Bad news for some reason unit stoped working in March 2019 emailed Nitecore- told cause I got it in Hong Kong on vacation I was out of luck. i need to send to China and eat the shipping- not a world company I would say- going to OLIGHT now with my money.
You mean march 2020? I've not heard from Nitecore for months, they should honour the warranty or contact the seller you bought it from I don't have a lot of time for Olight either, they don't send items as they're too scared when I mention negative things (they tend to send items only to "wow it's great channels" for marketing/sales, and they're using custom cells all the time on lights - which isn't a good move. I'm not defending Nitecore but I'd hit them up on social media and complain it might work if not let me know I'll push things my end if I can
@@MrBazReviews Thank you. Yes my mistake was March 2020. Was a great flashlight, but was purchased in Hong Kong on vacation- I hav no idea y there is no support in the USA-
I don't have the light anymore I gave it to my sister. Honestly I do try to show as much as I can, but I can't do everything otherwise the videos become super long and it takes up too much time. They take quite a bit of time as it is, not brushing off your suggestion, I do put the work in but I can't cover everything (I show as much as I can) This isn't a light I would use for a bike, simple reason is you are much better off mounting an 18650 or similar light to the bike, you can get holder for that. Mixed beam not a thrower or super floody will work best
I ask several online shops if there is a built-in magnet on the cap which is mentioned in your review, some say it has and others doesn't. can you assure me that the authentic Nitecore hc35 really has built in magnet (included in manual/description), since im planning to buy one. Im just worried that I'll be getting a fake instead of original. Thanks
As Nitecore directly send items in for review, safe to assume that they are genuine Nitecore products. Hence, there is most certainly magnetic base/tail cap with this one. Just avoid suspect places to buy items, and stick to more established dealers, should avoid the fake problems
There are a few things that are not in the instructions for use. To turn on, press briefly. And for strobe light, press 3 very fast press in under a second. For the last way of ordinary light, press a full second. It has lovely light wide and lumens and and pure colours light. Best Regards. Frank Ingemann Knudsen.
It also has a battery check, for a few seconds after the battery is screwed together, flashes 2 blue light on the right side of the headlamp, and a glance means bad power, and 2 flashes means okay. If the headlamp in high light mode suddenly can not get to 5 light mode, then the battery may be too bad power. Best Regards. Frank Ingemann Knudsen.
@@frankknudsen6233 Nitecore seem to vary their UI on models in some ways it might make sense to have a consistent one across them all, but for some reason they don't. The battery check is one of their better ideas
I wish they would have gone for more throw or distance like the hc33 would have been a better light really. And then to top that all off you have to use spacers.
@@MrBazReviews Well not going to go buy one with out the throw distance hell the HC33 has a longer throw or distance. And Its lighter a lot of people complained about them being too heavy, I would not want to carry this thing really. No way would I use one for camping or walking the HC33 I think Is the best light for most things.
@@davis6048 21700 is IMO a bit heavy, for longer periods of use, 18650 makes more sense to me. The HC33 I liked it quite a bit decent range for the power output, UI is a bit weird though. I'd like to see an update on it but it's not a bad choice overall.
I can't believe I buy my today and this video have 5 year I am super happy I have one from P series who is thrower and I need one who have wide beam yes it's little bigger than I imagine but nothing scary I am happy! Only I am not happy how much I paid in my country around 130$!
@MrBazReviews no it's not small 😄 in my country always was like that here in gun shop second hand Glock17 cost 2000€! But that's all ok you can make money but to get licence is almost impossible,here need licence and special paperwork for 22 cal they think government that is more dangerous than any other weapon!
I bought one in July 2020 after watching this video I loved it as all my nitecore flashlights very convenient , versatile and bright but like all previous nitecore flashlights I’ve had it’s now dead for no reason it only lasted 6 months 🥲 anyone recommend any other flashlights?
Give Fenix a try. I use flashlights hard on the farm daily. So far Fenix seems to handle the abuse better than Olights or Nitecore. Out of my 6 work lights I've only had two break both after 5 years worth of daily use can't seem to keep the other two brands around longer than 9 months before they break. My Fenix lantern gets 8-14hrs of use a night for the last 7/8 years and my PD35v2 has been fed into a harvest machine 3x and still works a charm 🤷♂️
I’ve checked it in shop yesterday. There are 3 points I dislike it. Weight, wide light bean and I don’t like to have a piece of magnet right in front of my forehead.
I've mixed feelings on this it's nice enough but not so nice I wanted to keep it, so I gave it to my sister and she likes it, but hey someone gives you a free head torch you're going to like it! lol
Trying to weigh this up vs the HC 33. Interestingly, it seems the official 21700 battery is cheaper from Nitecore than their high powered 18650. Do you feel the micro USB on the HC 35 is a weakness in terms of water and dust? I think I would have preferred to lose the port and rubber cap over increased durability, even though this would mean charging the batteries separately.
I gave the HC33 to a friend, but I had used it a fair bit. Size/weight you'd notice the difference - but it might not bother some. I think they might have shaved that down (size/weight) minus the USB port/built in charging. On the other hand some folks don't have a charger and they just want a simple charging solution. I'm quite careful with micro USB ports (in general on all devices not just lights but phones/power banks), they are more prone to damage than type - C no question, but if reasonable care is taken they hold up OK. This seems to be WR even with the flap open, just like some other lights I've used from Nitecore. The HC33 now comes with a clip on diffuser (didn't get that when I reviewed it) so it offers a wider beam spread and the longer range. It is smaller/lighter I think I slightly prefer it overall to this light (taking all that into account). Not sure that helps but that's my take!
Mr Baz Reviews Thanks for the reply. That’s good to hear the port is water resistant even without the rubber cover. Looking at the runtimes of both torches, there seems to be a big difference. HC33 - 18650 at 780 Lumens = 1 hour 30 minute run time. HC35 21700 at 800 Lumens = 3 hour run time. I realise the 21700 has 4000mah vs 3500mah for the 18650, but double the run time seems a ridiculous jump from one model to the next. Any thoughts on why this is?
Mr Baz Reviews Maybe the lumens are a confusing measure. Looking at the manuals, the HC33 has a peak intensity of 8750cd and a maximum throw of 187 metres. The HC35 has a peak intensity of 4500cd and a maximum throw of 134 metres, but a much higher maximum lumens. No idea how the science behind all of this works!
@@MrBazReviews I'VE GOT AN HC33 THAT I'VE USED A LOT BUT ANY HEAVIER MIGHT BE TOO MUCH FOR ME. THIS HC33 IS HEAVY ENOUGH THAT NEEDS NEW STRAPS AFTER A YEAR AND A HALF OR SO OF USE. AND IT REQUIRES A NEW MOUNT AS THE RUBBER PIECE BROKE RECENTLY.
@@DOOMJESUS Wow that's not good really I wondered if the weight was a problem I gave it to my sister so I'll find out how she gets on with it, not sure she is using it a lot
Unfortunately get used to it. Lumens are not the most important area of a light (to me at least). Makers seem hell bend on pushing as many as they can into these small bodies. Result = quick drop down times as you'd expect. On the other hand you could argue you don't have to use the top turbo output If I like a light it's rarely got anything to do with lumens
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time. Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw. Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good. Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome. Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time. Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw. Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good. Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome. Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time. Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw. Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good. Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome. Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
Yeah the HC33 is smaller and different beam. I think for some the 20/21700 cell head torches might be a bit heavy, depends on the model, this one I can notice the difference. Perhaps 18650 is better suited for some users still get decent rum times v smaller cells
Big phat lumens are all very well but the step down is frustrating. Having said that, I find I only need a distance peek on odd occasions to find a trail line etc, so it doesn't usually bother me much. Real runtimes at usable heft is what we really need and tiny mooglo glim is interesting if you're camping. In real life running for weeks on piddly little glim is more of value in total darkness or a tent. Nice if it G'sLF but low to mid and runtime and power is where it's all really at. For work too. Most huge lumens fry your eyeballs right back at you.
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Just got mine, the will replace my 5yr old HC50 that's being retired. Nitecore knocked it out of the park!😎😎😎😎
@@tyronewalker5764 I gave it to my sister and she loves it, and she's pretty fussy with lights so I take that as a good sign. If you can handle the bit of extra weight it's a nice light
Wait did it drop down from 2700 lumens after only 40 seconds??? 9:17 Did you mean 40 minutes instead of seconds? I thought it is supposed to run for 45 minutes at 2700 lumens? According to the manual. Then the video says 10 minutes at 800 lumens! Its supposed to run for 3 hours at 800L. Im trying to buy a powerful headlamp so if you could confirm for me please?
@@Metalhead-4life How could 2700lm run for 40 minutes! Impossible unless there was some active cooling. They quote the max theoretical run time at Turbo, some makers show the drop down time, some are doing it more so that people are not misled.
There is no way to get long run times and high power output above say 500-600lm without the power dropping down, just a reality of things
@@MrBazReviews Torn between This, Thrunite TH30 and Fenix 61r will be used as a flashlight not a headlamp. Thoughts?
I practically use this HC35 daily doing field service work on pumps and electric motors. It is by far the best head lamp I have ever used and seemingly the best head lamp available on the market. It’s likely a bit too heavy most folks who may not require so much lighting. However, if you require a significant amount of light for a prolonged about of time as I do, it is quite invaluable. I have multiple back up batteries, head straps and even entire units at all times so I never have to be caught without it.
The larger body no doubt helps hold a higher output, longer run times that is. A bit more than the 18650 models, yet as you say the weight with the battery might put some off.
I expect an update to this one perhaps in 2023, type C and a few other tweaks. Glad you find it useful
Might want to take a look at the fenix HM71r
@@AnilSingh-rn3kx that looks surprisingly comparable.
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time.
Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw.
Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good.
Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome.
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
Absolutely
I literally use my HC33 daily with a 3500 mha battery and absolutely love it. These things a beast but giving the right mission, it could be a great fit for some.
I get on pretty well with the HC33, I gave it to a friend who wanted a bit more range. It's fairly small and they also added a lens to clip onto it for wider beam. It's a solid light IMO
@@MrBazReviews Didn't know about the added lens, I'll check it out though!
Imo as an avid user, the hc33 is the go to headlight. Cant see myself getting on with these new 2700 headlamps. They are just to large and heavy.
I bought 2 of these. I was impressed by the first one that I ordered the second one a day after. A little heavier than my old light but it had no problem running for hours. The second light will be a work light. It is those short emergency jobs that I need an area light. And this is light is powerful and I can carry in my pocket. Compared to all the other area lights that I wasted money on, this is the best one ever.
I quite like it just depends if you find 21700 the extra size/weight an issue. For some I think an 18650 light might work better for long term wearing (ie hours). For others maybe it's not a problem
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After about 15 minutes I forget about the weight on my helmet. I think it is more of a balance problem. But shifting it around helps minimize it. And a rear light helps
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
@@alehh_novaes Unfortunately I can only compare if I have the product, and Thrunite are hit and miss for sending in review items. Sometimes it's just not possible. Most makers won't even send in lights Nitecore do sometimes, the odd time Jetbeam do and that's about it really. I doubt you'd notice the output difference between the Nitecore and Thrunite beam maybe but lumens only big jumps show.
@@MrBazReviews this is sad, i am looking for the best cost benefit in terms of performance, battery consumption, more so I calculated the TH30 thrunite and uses more lumens and discharges more slowly
Great review and love the TIR lens on the skilhunt h03 and surprised to see it on a new nitecore! Depending on price might get it as I find l shaped lights extremely useful.
They are def going for big spread, not so much range. Guess it depends on what people want. The HC33 has more range and they added a lens to put over the front for a wider beam (the add on lens I've not looked at)
The Nicron B70plus have the best performece that i see, 4 hrs on 950 lumens is really impressive... and i would like to see a comparison with other more powerful ones like the TH30 from thrunite, and the new nitecore H35
Apples and oranges dude
Sort of!
I really want to like this HC35, but the turbo only last 30sec which basically make this is a 800lumens light?
Anyway thx for the review
Pretty much same for all makers, they drop down to around that level, some of the smaller ones drop to 600lm.
I know I'm late on this video but I just got one today. I was trying to find out about the different batteries. Do any of them improve performance? I almost bought the 5000ma battery but I'm assuming that's just for extended life right? I noticed in the instructions that 2 batteries will give the light over 6 volts while the one that comes with it is only 4. So do they brighten the light or just extended the batteries? What's the advantages? Thanks!
I'd forget about 16340 bar back up use, yes the voltage is higher but it can't handle the current. As shown onscreen with the user manual, Turbo is not available with 16340 cells
Need a replacement for my soon to be retired (5yr) Nitecore HC50. This thing is a beast!😎
It's not lacking in power that's for certain lights up a big area
@@MrBazReviews What's the runtime at turbo?🤔
I'm still on the HC50 as well. This has caught my eye for sure. Did you end up making the switch?
@@plazatowing Yes!😀
Tyrone Walker much better?
I may be interested in this, but I need to feel the weight while it's on my head to get an idea. What I do like is, the way it attaches to the head strap. My Olight H2R Nova is a bit of pain when you need to swivel the light up or down. I bought the Acebeam H30 and that was even worse! It was almost impossible to move the light up or down without taking it out of the head strap. I sent it back in the end as I think that was a fundamental flaw. Good review as always!
They got the clip right it's rock solid no flapping around at all it stays there (was wondering about this before it turned up). Holds position well with the texturing pattern. Weight yes I notice the difference v an 18650 - so I put the weights up there so folks can see if it's what they want.
Depends I suppose if you need that larger battery, the HC33 is a decent smaller option if you're not fussed about built in charging
Needs to be mentioned, the 2700lm beam can only be on for about 30 secs before the heat cut off circuit damp down the beam to 800lm and down again if the head doesn't cool off enough.
That's why I show a run time test, par for the course on all these high power LED's
2700 lumen for only 30 sec!! That is a rip of🤔👎👎👎
am i understanding this correctly? after only 10 minutes on 800lm it stepped down?
im looking for a good nighttime headlamp for high speed E scooter riding (even on the highway) and the 800 lumens for 3 hours seems pretty good, but if it steps down to 270lm after only 10 minutes then thats not gonna work.
would you recommend this light for that use or could you recommend a better option?
basically im looking for long consistent run time with a decent brightness level like 800lm or higher.
The problem is small size head torch, and heat = step down. It's unavoidable, you might try some of the larger ones, though that will add weight. You'll get a bit more, but not likely to get 800lm output
The focus on this is better suited for distance, some of the head torches are very spread out beam
@@MrBazReviews i was just looking at the Fenix HP25R V2.0 Headlamp and it has a battery pack on the back of the head instead of inside the light at the front. is overheating and stepping down still an issue with lights designed like that?
i cant find any info about if this model steps down or not, but id assume it does.
thanks for your help mate
I'd think the flow of air over the front of the headlamp while riding would help dissipate the heat build up considerably to prevent stepdown compared to just being stationary. I've got a skillhunt h04rc I've had for a couple of years I've been quite happy with. It's only rated for 1000 lumens but it has 4 thinner fins using more of the head surface which I think might be better to dissipate heat than 2 compacted chunky fins so I don't notice lumen drop at all even while stationary.
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Ordered one will do a comparison with my hc33/ zebralight 600/ skilhunt and wizard pro. Weight wise its only alittle heavier than my nitecore hc50 ( without battery mind) so i dont think it will be too heavy i think people that never wear anything heavier than a beenie find it weighty but if you wear a helmet all day not a biggy
I think it works as a "work light", ie with a hard hat pretty well, plus the silicone band will grip it
For those who don't need the higher output/longer run times, or use smaller head lights - they will def notice the weight
My example the ATR only make the light step down after 30sec! My hc33 will step down then step back up once it has cooled. Even when its actively cooled ( under water) it still just steps down to what looks like 800ish lm so my question is what does yours do once its actively cooled?
I've not seen it step up in output, but it isn't that cold here.
I got this unit end of Dec of 2019 LOVED it used it often I own over 11 of this company. Bad news for some reason unit stoped working in March 2019 emailed Nitecore- told cause I got it in Hong Kong on vacation I was out of luck.
i need to send to China and eat the shipping- not a world company I would say- going to OLIGHT now with my money.
You mean march 2020? I've not heard from Nitecore for months, they should honour the warranty or contact the seller you bought it from
I don't have a lot of time for Olight either, they don't send items as they're too scared when I mention negative things (they tend to send items only to "wow it's great channels" for marketing/sales, and they're using custom cells all the time on lights - which isn't a good move. I'm not defending Nitecore but I'd hit them up on social media and complain it might work if not let me know I'll push things my end if I can
@@MrBazReviews Thank you. Yes my mistake was March 2020. Was a great flashlight, but was purchased in Hong Kong on vacation- I hav no idea y there is no support in the USA-
Could you test out flashing please at different lumen ouputs? And can you fit it on a bike so its points downwards how does it look like?
I don't have the light anymore I gave it to my sister. Honestly I do try to show as much as I can, but I can't do everything otherwise the videos become super long and it takes up too much time. They take quite a bit of time as it is, not brushing off your suggestion, I do put the work in but I can't cover everything (I show as much as I can)
This isn't a light I would use for a bike, simple reason is you are much better off mounting an 18650 or similar light to the bike, you can get holder for that. Mixed beam not a thrower or super floody will work best
@@MrBazReviews Thank you it just that i have not seen one on a bike at all so i found yours. :) It does work you be amazed! :) I will test it out! :)
I ask several online shops if there is a built-in magnet on the cap which is mentioned in your review, some say it has and others doesn't. can you assure me that the authentic Nitecore hc35 really has built in magnet (included in manual/description), since im planning to buy one. Im just worried that I'll be getting a fake instead of original. Thanks
As Nitecore directly send items in for review, safe to assume that they are genuine Nitecore products. Hence, there is most certainly magnetic base/tail cap with this one. Just avoid suspect places to buy items, and stick to more established dealers, should avoid the fake problems
@@MrBazReviews thanks mate!
There are a few things that are not in the instructions for use.
To turn on, press briefly.
And for strobe light, press 3 very fast press in under a second.
For the last way of ordinary light, press a full second.
It has lovely light wide and lumens and and pure colours light.
Best Regards. Frank Ingemann Knudsen.
It also has a battery check, for a few seconds after the battery is screwed together, flashes 2 blue light on the right side of the headlamp, and a glance means bad power, and 2 flashes means okay.
If the headlamp in high light mode suddenly can not get to 5 light mode, then the battery may be too bad power.
Best Regards. Frank Ingemann Knudsen.
@@frankknudsen6233 Nitecore seem to vary their UI on models in some ways it might make sense to have a consistent one across them all, but for some reason they don't. The battery check is one of their better ideas
I wish they would have gone for more throw or distance like the hc33 would have been a better light really. And then to top that all off you have to use spacers.
Fair points I suspect this might be an update with the new LED's at some point (they seem to be better at longer range)
@@MrBazReviews Well not going to go buy one with out the throw distance hell the HC33 has a longer throw or distance. And Its lighter a lot of people complained about them being too heavy, I would not want to carry this thing really. No way would I use one for camping or walking the HC33 I think Is the best light for most things.
@@davis6048 21700 is IMO a bit heavy, for longer periods of use, 18650 makes more sense to me. The HC33 I liked it quite a bit decent range for the power output, UI is a bit weird though. I'd like to see an update on it but it's not a bad choice overall.
I can't believe I buy my today and this video have 5 year I am super happy I have one from P series who is thrower and I need one who have wide beam yes it's little bigger than I imagine but nothing scary I am happy! Only I am not happy how much I paid in my country around 130$!
It's not small due to the battery, but the output is hard to argue with. Prices on everything seem to have gone up a lot unfortunately.
@MrBazReviews no it's not small 😄 in my country always was like that here in gun shop second hand Glock17 cost 2000€! But that's all ok you can make money but to get licence is almost impossible,here need licence and special paperwork for 22 cal they think government that is more dangerous than any other weapon!
@@bogoljubdjordjevic7528 It's not possible to get firearms where I am not easily anyway so I have little experience on that side of things.
@MrBazReviews here if you have fight in primar school don't have chance to get,maybe if you are politically connected then everything is possible!
Why oh why can't they make a protected cell of the stated length?
They do vary in size, more than I'd like
@@MrBazReviews Yes, 21700 means 21mm diameter and 70mm in length. I don't understand why they can't get a thing like basic dimensions correct.
thanks friend😸
No problem 😊
Is the micro usb waterproof similar to MH25GTS, on a light forum and an online store yes, checked other sites did not specify?
At the end a photo of it under water, after summary. It seems to be WR even with the flap open
I wouldn’t mind mind the extra weight, but that beam is just too wide! Thanks for the review
It's pretty wide even more so than the H2R Nova Olight (I think this is their take on a similar type of light)
Hello. Fenix hm31r or nitecore hc35? Who is better?
Not used the Fenix hard to say maybe compare other reviews on it to this
Whats performance advantage of unprotected 21700??
It's not performance, just that it's way easier to find unprotected 21700's v protected ones. They are also cheaper in price
How to fix my torch because no light the model is HC35
If it's in warranty contact the seller or Nitecore, otherwise you will have to find someone to fix it
I bought one in July 2020 after watching this video I loved it as all my nitecore flashlights very convenient , versatile and bright but like all previous nitecore flashlights I’ve had it’s now dead for no reason it only lasted 6 months 🥲 anyone recommend any other flashlights?
You have a multi year warranty best to use it
Give Fenix a try. I use flashlights hard on the farm daily. So far Fenix seems to handle the abuse better than Olights or Nitecore.
Out of my 6 work lights I've only had two break both after 5 years worth of daily use can't seem to keep the other two brands around longer than 9 months before they break.
My Fenix lantern gets 8-14hrs of use a night for the last 7/8 years and my PD35v2 has been fed into a harvest machine 3x and still works a charm 🤷♂️
I’ve checked it in shop yesterday. There are 3 points I dislike it. Weight, wide light bean and I don’t like to have a piece of magnet right in front of my forehead.
I've mixed feelings on this it's nice enough but not so nice I wanted to keep it, so I gave it to my sister and she likes it, but hey someone gives you a free head torch you're going to like it! lol
The day they release a hc something something with usb c charging I'm jumping
Maybe they will update it to the type C port, the old micro seems to be on the way out
Trying to weigh this up vs the HC 33. Interestingly, it seems the official 21700 battery is cheaper from Nitecore than their high powered 18650.
Do you feel the micro USB on the HC 35 is a weakness in terms of water and dust? I think I would have preferred to lose the port and rubber cap over increased durability, even though this would mean charging the batteries separately.
I gave the HC33 to a friend, but I had used it a fair bit. Size/weight you'd notice the difference - but it might not bother some. I think they might have shaved that down (size/weight) minus the USB port/built in charging. On the other hand some folks don't have a charger and they just want a simple charging solution.
I'm quite careful with micro USB ports (in general on all devices not just lights but phones/power banks), they are more prone to damage than type - C no question, but if reasonable care is taken they hold up OK. This seems to be WR even with the flap open, just like some other lights I've used from Nitecore.
The HC33 now comes with a clip on diffuser (didn't get that when I reviewed it) so it offers a wider beam spread and the longer range. It is smaller/lighter I think I slightly prefer it overall to this light (taking all that into account). Not sure that helps but that's my take!
Mr Baz Reviews Thanks for the reply. That’s good to hear the port is water resistant even without the rubber cover.
Looking at the runtimes of both torches, there seems to be a big difference.
HC33 - 18650 at 780 Lumens = 1 hour 30 minute run time.
HC35 21700 at 800 Lumens = 3 hour run time.
I realise the 21700 has 4000mah vs 3500mah for the 18650, but double the run time seems a ridiculous jump from one model to the next.
Any thoughts on why this is?
Mr Baz Reviews Maybe the lumens are a confusing measure.
Looking at the manuals, the HC33 has a peak intensity of 8750cd and a maximum throw of 187 metres.
The HC35 has a peak intensity of 4500cd and a maximum throw of 134 metres, but a much higher maximum lumens.
No idea how the science behind all of this works!
Usb cover cannot resist heavy rain
I didn't see a problem on the WR testing I did with this one
This looks just like the fenix hm71r.
They are similar
wish it was usb type c
Agree the type C is the way forward much stronger connection
TOO HEAVY FOR ME. BUT LOOKS GOOD.
Fair point
@@MrBazReviews I'VE GOT AN HC33 THAT I'VE USED A LOT BUT ANY HEAVIER MIGHT BE TOO MUCH FOR ME. THIS HC33 IS HEAVY ENOUGH THAT NEEDS NEW STRAPS AFTER A YEAR AND A HALF OR SO OF USE. AND IT REQUIRES A NEW MOUNT AS THE RUBBER PIECE BROKE RECENTLY.
@@DOOMJESUS Wow that's not good really I wondered if the weight was a problem I gave it to my sister so I'll find out how she gets on with it, not sure she is using it a lot
2700 lumens in a small body= NOPE
Unfortunately get used to it. Lumens are not the most important area of a light (to me at least). Makers seem hell bend on pushing as many as they can into these small bodies. Result = quick drop down times as you'd expect. On the other hand you could argue you don't have to use the top turbo output
If I like a light it's rarely got anything to do with lumens
Far away from fenixhm70r got both of them waste of 90 pounds.. turbo mode 2700 lm run only 20 seconds and go veery 🔥 dont buy it
This is nothing new they all step down in power output they have to. Look beyond the lumens number
TURBO REZIM IBA CCA 30 SEKUND,TO MA SKLAMALO.
Turbo time is short, due to heat
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time.
Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw.
Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good.
Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome.
Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
YEs
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time.
Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw.
Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good.
Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome.
Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
The UI isn't to everyone's taste I won't argue it's not a good torch
I’ve had a Nitecore HC33 for over a year. It was stolen out of my work truck recently and I chose to replace it with the HC35. I loved the HC33. I used it primarily at work as a carpenter. However, I also used it as my outdoor backpacking/mountaineering light. It was on a four day backpacking trip where we did roughly 12 hours of night hiking (plus another 12ish hours of use at camp) that I realized how amazing the HC33 is. Compared to my old Black Diamond Storm, which used 4 AAA batteries, i was blown away. My wife was using her BD Storm, and mine never even needed a battery change. She went through two sets of batteries and her light is only 200lumens. I was at 270-500 lumens the whole time.
Anyway, I chose the HC35 for a few reasons. Primarily, the larger battery and more efficient 4 LED setup means almost twice the runtime at a given output. Also, I don’t mind the wider beam. Yes, you lose some distance, but the 800 lumen and 2700 lumen high and turbo modes make up for the beam shape to some degree. You can see at LEAST 100 yards with this headlamp. That is more than enough. For most tasks, a wider beam makes sense. Especially when you have the raw horsepower (lumens) to project that wide beam past 100 yards when you need a long throw.
Weight and size are the real maybe here. I’ve only had the HC35 for a day. It is noticeably larger and heavier. It feels fine on my head, but we will see when I have to wear it for hours. Plus, it’s more weight in my pack, which is never good.
Honestly, I’ll probably just get another HC33 and have an option. They’re both awesome.
Bottom line: the HC33 is perfect. There is nothing you won’t like about it. It is more than bright enough, it lasts a long time, it is super light. It is great. But, if you would LIKE more runtime and a wider beam and can deal with twice the weight, the HC35 is pretty awesome too.
Yeah the HC33 is smaller and different beam. I think for some the 20/21700 cell head torches might be a bit heavy, depends on the model, this one I can notice the difference. Perhaps 18650 is better suited for some users still get decent rum times v smaller cells
Big phat lumens are all very well but the step down is frustrating.
Having said that, I find I only need a distance peek on odd occasions to find a trail line etc, so it doesn't usually bother me much.
Real runtimes at usable heft is what we really need and tiny mooglo glim is interesting if you're camping. In real life running for weeks on piddly little glim is more of value in total darkness or a tent.
Nice if it G'sLF but low to mid and runtime and power is where it's all really at. For work too. Most huge lumens fry your eyeballs right back at you.