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Fenix PD25 vs Nitecore MH12 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2730% 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$75Cheapest
US$79.95Most expensive
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Heaviest
Length
93 mm (3.66 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
550 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
4225 cdLowest candela
10200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
202 m (663 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3180 minShortest runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
One 16340 rechargeable Li-ion or 3V CR123A Lithium battery
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Charging type
USB rechargeable (ARB-L16-700U included)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasion finish
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor UseTactical Applications
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical UseProfessional Missions
Common praise
Compact Size Yet Powerful OutputDurable Aircraft Grade Aluminum ConstructionGood Battery Options With Included Rechargeable 16340 CellDual Switch Design With Momentary On Tail SwitchWaterproof To 2 Meters Ipx8 RatingLong Runtime On Lowest Setting
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
Relatively Large Size For A 16340 Battery LightMode Memory Can Be Confusing If Last Mode Was Strobe
Long Length Makes Pocket Carry Less ConvenientCharge Port Slightly Off Center But Functional
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