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Acebeam P16 vs Nitecore MH12 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6718% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$84.9Most expensive
US$79.95Cheapest
Weight
156.2 g (5.51 oz)Heaviest
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
Length
131.2 mm (5.17 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
58564 cdHighest candela
10200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
484 m (1588 ft)Highest
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1320 minShortest runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion battery (USB-C included) compatible with 2 x CR123/RCR123
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementEmergency situationsEveryday carry (EDC)
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
Common praise
Long throw distance of 484 meters with a focused beamRugged and impact-resistant buildEasy and intuitive dual tail switch interfaceStable output and versatile brightness levelsIncluded rechargeable battery and USB-C charging
Good build qualityIncludes high-capacity 21700 rechargeable batteryLong runtime on low modesDual switch interface for tactical and daily modesCompact for a tactical beam distanceMultiple brightness and special modesUSB-C charging port with included cable
Common complaints
No LED replacement service from manufacturer
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
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