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Fenix PD25R vs Nitecore MT2C Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 48% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD25R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MT2C Pro stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 700% 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$79.95Most expensive
US$54Cheapest
Weight
110 g (3.88 oz)Lightest
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
Length
134 mm (5.28 in)Longest
117.5 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
80000 cd
Beam distance
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
520 m (1706 ft)Highest
Max runtime
210 minShortest runtime
1680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable or 2 x CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable, or 2 x CR123A/RCR123
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Aerospace-grade aluminum with HA III anodizing finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryOutdoorTacticalHiking
Everyday Carry (EDC)Tactical and High-Performance UseOutdoor Adventures
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
Compact and lightweight designHigh max output brightness (1800 lumens) with strong throw (520 m)Durability including IP68 waterproof rating and 2 meter impact resistanceSimple and easy tail switch interfaceIncludes rechargeable battery and USB-C charging cableGood thermal regulation and LVP
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
Only two brightness modes which limits versatilityTurns on in high mode by default, not lowColor rendering and tint not optimized (beam focused on throw)
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