Comparison Console
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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