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Fenix E28R V2.0 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 34% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix E28R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 477% 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$64.95Cheapest
US$79.95Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
Length
121 mm (4.76 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
1200 lmLowest output
Max candela
18588 cdHighest candela
10200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
273 m (896 ft)Highest
202 m (663 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
15600 minShortest runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×18650 lithium-ion (ARB-L18-3400) or 2×CR123A
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Daily CommutingCampingHikingHands Free Use With Magnetic Tail
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical UseProfessional Missions
Common praise
High Output For SizeVersatile Lighting Modes Including Warning LightsUSB C Fast ChargingSolid Build Quality And FinishMagnetic Tail For Hands Free UseGood Runtime On Lower Modes
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
Slightly Heavy For Pocket CarryTailcap Is Glued And Only Removable By TailNo Included PouchBeam Tint Cooler And Cri Moderate
Long Length Makes Pocket Carry Less ConvenientCharge Port Slightly Off Center But Functional
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