Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore MT06MD stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 25% 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 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
2 × AAA
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aerospace grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodising
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Travel▣Emergency Lighting▣Inspection Work
▣Medical Professionals For Pupil Inspection And Injury Diagnosis▣Emts▣Close Up Detailed Tasks▣Household Chores Requiring Flood Light In Close Quarters
Common praise
✓Compact Size And Lightweight Design✓Good Balance Of Brightness And Runtime✓Convenient Two Way Clip✓Includes Rechargeable Battery With USB C Charging✓Comfortable Pen Shaped Grip✓Reliable Tail Switch Operation
✓High Color Rendering Index (cri >90) For Accurate Color Representation✓Lightweight And Compact Form Factor✓Good Runtime Of Up To 35 Hours✓Durable Aerospace Grade Aluminum Alloy Body With Quality Anodizing✓Turns On In Low Mode By Default To Avoid Flashing Patients✓Suitable For Alcohol Sterilization✓Stable And Consistent Output With Efficient Circuitry
Common complaints
⚠Carbon Fiber Finish Can Be Slick To Hold⚠Low Cri (~70) Not Ideal For Color Critical Tasks⚠No Standby Light Current
⚠No Mode Memory, Always Starts In Low Mode⚠Threads Are Thin Which Could Affect Durability Long Term⚠Not Rechargeable, Requires Aaa Batteries⚠Not Designed For Tactical Or High Impact Use