Nitecore TM20K stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 101% gap from the closest alternative.
Lowest output
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Highest output
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest runtime
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest runtime
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2264% 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.
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
Built-in 2 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, 9600mAh total capacity
Charging type
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
USB-C with Quick Charge support
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Unknown
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Contractors▣High Output Lighting Needs▣Long Range And Wide Area Illumination
▣Tactical Activities▣Search And Rescue▣Outdoor Activities▣Industrial Use▣Self Preservation And Active Threat Mitigation
Common praise
✓Excellent Brightness And Balanced Beam For Both Throw And Flood✓Durable And Waterproof Design (ip68)✓Fast USB C Charging And Battery Level Indicator✓Good Runtime Especially On Lower Modes✓Ergonomic And Solid Build Quality
✓Extremely High Brightness Output✓Solid And Durable Cnc Machined Unibody Construction✓Versatile Dual Switch With Tactical Features✓Stable Output With Advanced Thermal Regulation✓Good Waterproofing And Impact Resistance
Common complaints
⚠Heaviest And Largest In Its Class For EDC⚠Highest Output Modes Are Temperature Limited With Short Runtime At Max Output
⚠Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Everyday Carry⚠Burst Mode Duration Is Short