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Fenix E12 vs Nitecore NU06 LE
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 967% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 967% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU06 LE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 7% 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$25.04Cheapest
US$26.95Most expensive
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Heaviest
15 g (0.53 oz)Lightest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
29.5 mm (1.16 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lmHighest output
15 lmLowest output
Max candela
1936 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4200 minShortest runtime
4500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Model specific rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Polycarbonate
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Outdoor activitiesLaw enforcement personnelAttachment to bags, helmets, MOLLE systems, hook-and-loop surfaces
Common praise
Compact and lightweightDurable aircraft-grade aluminum buildSimple and easy to use single tail switchGood beam quality with soft, balanced floodLong runtime on low modeIP68 rated water and dust resistance
Versatile mounting with magnetic, hook-and-loop, MOLLE bracketsLong runtime for its sizeCompact and lightweight designEffective multi-color signaling with multiple modes
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Limited maximum brightness (15 lumens)Limited impact resistance (1 meter)
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