Comparison Console
Fenix E12 vs Nitecore TIKI UV
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Fenix E12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 160% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TIKI UV stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E12 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 39% 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$25.04Most expensive
US$25Cheapest
Weight
27.3 g (0.96 oz)Heaviest
10.5 g (0.37 oz)Lightest
Length
76.6 mm (3.02 in)Longest
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
160 lm
Unknown
Max candela
1936 cdHighest candela
36 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
68 m (223 ft)Highest
12 m (39 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
4200 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Single AA (NiMH or alkaline)
Built-in Li-ion battery
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C built-in charging circuit
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
Body: PC (V0) plastics; Head: aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCampingGeneral hiking useBeginners and kidsProfessional spare EDC
Everyday carryUV detection for currency, documents, forensic, gemologyShort-range illumination for reading and campingUse as keychain lightApplications requiring UV light and high CRI white light
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
Compact and lightweight designStrong UV output for various detection tasksDurable and IP66 rated for dust and water resistanceBuilt-in rechargeable battery with fast chargingSimple single-button interface with multiple modes
Common complaints
No strobe or SOS modesNo memory functionNo included pocket clipBeam distance shorter than some competitors
Limited impact resistance (1 meter)Lower maximum runtime on UV mode (up to 2 hours)Beam distance limited to ~12 meters
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