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Fenix PD25R vs Nitecore MH12 V2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42757% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 42757% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH12 V2 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 18% 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$79.95
US$79.95
Weight
110 g (3.88 oz)Heaviest
84.5 g (2.98 oz)Lightest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
158 mm (6.22 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1200 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
10200 cd
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
202 m (663 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
90000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
1x 21700, 1x 18650, 2x CR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useProfessional missions
Common praise
Compact and portable sizeHigh output and beam distance for its sizeReliable and well-built with IP68 waterproof ratingUSB-C charging convenienceGood mode variety and memory function
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
Smaller size can be difficult for large handsNo detailed max candela specification availableRuntime data varies with battery choice and isn’t always clearly specified
Long length makes pocket carry less convenientCharge port slightly off-center but functional
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