Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Acebeam EC20 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
1 x 18650 rechargeable lithium-ion; compatible with 2 x CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Charging type
Via included 18650 battery with USB-C port (no built-in charging in light)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m/30min)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy (6061-T6) with HAIII hard anodizing; Ti and stainless steel options available
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Outdoor Activities Such As Camping▣Multi Use Illumination With Variable LED Options▣Users Needing Throw Up To 370 Meters
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical And High Performance Use▣Outdoor Adventures
Common praise
✓Compact And Sleek Tube Design With Good Build Quality✓Multiple LED Options For Different Lighting Needs✓Strong Throw And High Output Relative To Size✓Includes Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging✓Good Grip And Secure Collar Style Pocket Clip✓No Pwm Flicker On Output Modes
✓Compact And Lightweight Design✓High Max Output Brightness (1800 Lumens) With Strong Throw (520 M)✓Durability Including Ip68 Waterproof Rating And 2 Meter Impact Resistance✓Simple And Easy Tail Switch Interface✓Includes Rechargeable Battery And USB C Charging Cable✓Good Thermal Regulation And Lvp
Common complaints
⚠No Built In Charging In The Flashlight Itself⚠Mechanical Lockout Not Possible Due To Unanodized Threads⚠Blue Anodized Finish May Wear Faster With Use⚠Rgb Lighting Is Basic And Can Be Annoying To Use⚠Lockout Procedure Is Long And Can Be Unintuitive
⚠Only Two Brightness Modes Which Limits Versatility⚠Turns On In High Mode By Default, Not Low⚠Color Rendering And Tint Not Optimized (beam Focused On Throw)